Keyworth RFC (Keyworth Rugby Union Football Club) is an English rugby union club based in Widmerpool, Nottinghamshire, England. The club’s home ground is located on Willoughby Road, Widmerpool, and it fields senior and junior teams that compete in the English rugby union league system.
History and organisation
The club was established in 1976, as recorded in its Wikidata entry (Q6398564) [1]. It is governed by a chairman, currently Kevin Price, and a president, Mike Waplington [2]. The Director of Rugby overseeing coaching and team selection is Cavan “Towerblock” Keiran [2].
Facilities
In recent years Keyworth RFC has expanded its clubhouse and installed floodlighting on both its primary playing pitch and a secondary training pitch [2]. These upgrades aim to improve training conditions and enable evening matches.
Competitive performance
Keyworth RFC competes in the Midlands Division of the English rugby union league system. As of the 2024–25 season the first team finished first in Counties 2 Midlands East (North), earning promotion to Counties 1 Midlands East (North) [2]. The club’s teams participate in various regional cup competitions.
Community and activities
The club maintains a junior section and engages with the local community through events and matches. Information about fixtures, results, and club news is published on its official website [3].
References
- Wikidata entry for Keyworth Rugby Union Football Club (Q6398564).
- “Keyworth RFC explained” – Everything Explained.Today. Provides details on team name, location, ground, leadership, recent facilities upgrades, and 2024‑25 season performance.
- Official club website: https://www.keyworthrfc.com/ (news, fixtures, and club information).