Cambridge
Cambridge are a men's rugby club founded in 1923 who play in the Champ Rugby (Championship) (Tier 2). Their home ground is Volac Park, which holds 2,200.
Last updated May 2026
Key facts
| Founded | 1923 |
|---|---|
| League | Champ Rugby (Championship) |
| Tier | Tier 2 |
| Home ground | Volac Park |
| Capacity | 2,200 |
| Nearest station | Cambridge |
| Matchday pub | Clubhouse bar at Volac Park |
| Official website | https://cambridgerugby.co.uk/ |
Club history
Cambridge RUFC was founded in 1923 as a town club distinct from Cambridge University RUFC and is nicknamed Blood and Sand after its crimson and gold jerseys.
The club's Grantchester Road home ground was built around 1949 and holds approximately 2200 spectators including 200 seated in the clubhouse grandstand.
The ground has been known as Volac Park since a sponsorship deal with the local animal-nutrition company having previously carried the name Wests Renault Park.
Cambridge earned promotion to the Championship after winning National League 1 in 2022-23.
Recent seasons
Cambridge were promoted as champions of the 2022-23 National League 1 to enter the RFU Championship for 2023-24.
Cambridge finished bottom of the 2024-25 RFU Championship table.
Cambridge avoided relegation in 2024-25 because the league expanded from 12 to 14 teams for 2025-26.
Cambridge were relegated from the 2025-26 Champ Rugby season after finishing bottom of the league stage.
Notable players
Club legends
- Dickie Jeeps
- Andy Hancock
- Alex Goode
- Trefor Evans
- Simon Culhane
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Frequently asked questions
When were Cambridge founded?
Cambridge were founded in 1923.
Where do Cambridge play?
Cambridge play at Volac Park, which holds 2,200. The nearest station is Cambridge.
What league do Cambridge play in?
Cambridge compete in the Champ Rugby (Championship), tier 2 of English rugby's league structure.
Other Champ Rugby (Championship) clubs
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