Newcastle Red Bulls
Newcastle Red Bulls are a men's rugby club founded in 1877 who play in the Gallagher Premiership (Tier 1). Their home ground is Kingston Park Stadium, which holds 10,200.
Last updated May 2026
Key facts
| Founded | 1877 |
|---|---|
| League | Gallagher Premiership |
| Tier | Tier 1 |
| Head coach | Steve Diamond |
| Home ground | Kingston Park Stadium |
| Capacity | 10,200 |
| Nearest station | Kingston Park |
| Local derby | Sale Sharks |
| Marquee fixture | Northern Derby vs Sale Sharks |
| Matchday pub | Kingston Park clubhouse bar - reliable matchday option |
| Official website | https://www.newcastlefalcons.co.uk |
Honours
- English top-flight champions in 1997-98
Club history
The club was founded in 1877 as Gosforth Football Club in the north-east of England.
Newcastle won the Allied Dunbar Premiership title in 1998 in their first season back in the top flight under Rob Andrew.
Jonny Wilkinson spent his entire English club career with Newcastle from 1997 to 2009.
Red Bull completed its takeover of the club on 12 August 2025 and rebranded the side from Newcastle Falcons to Newcastle Red Bulls.
The club has remained at its Kingston Park home ground throughout the rebrand under director of rugby Steve Diamond.
Recent seasons
Red Bull completed a full takeover of Newcastle Falcons in August 2025 rebranding the club as Newcastle Red Bulls.
The Newcastle Red Bulls debuted in the Gallagher Premiership from the 2025-26 season while continuing to play at Kingston Park.
Steve Diamond remained in his role as director of rugby through the Red Bull takeover.
This marks Red Bull's first foray into English top-flight rugby joining their stable of F1 cycling and ice hockey ventures.
Notable players
Club legends
- Jonny Wilkinson
- Rob Andrew
- Mathew Tait
- Toby Flood
- Matt Burke
- Inga Tuigamala
Current squad
- Brett Connon
- Sammy Arnold
- George McGuigan
- Cam Jordan
- Hoskins Sotutu
- Raffi Quirke
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Frequently asked questions
When were Newcastle Red Bulls founded?
Newcastle Red Bulls were founded in 1877.
Where do Newcastle Red Bulls play?
Newcastle Red Bulls play at Kingston Park Stadium, which holds 10,200. The nearest station is Kingston Park.
What league do Newcastle Red Bulls play in?
Newcastle Red Bulls compete in the Gallagher Premiership, tier 1 of English rugby's league structure.
What have Newcastle Red Bulls won?
Newcastle Red Bulls's honours include English top-flight champions in 1997-98.
Who are Newcastle Red Bulls's local rivals?
Newcastle Red Bulls's local derby is against Sale Sharks.
Who is the Newcastle Red Bulls head coach?
Newcastle Red Bulls are coached by Steve Diamond.
Other Gallagher Premiership clubs
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