Gloucestershire RFU

Latest from GRFU & RFU

Courses, Webinars etc

Fixtures & Results

Festival, Tour & POoAG

Welfare & Discipline

Age Grade, Coaching etc

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Recruitment & Roles

Register To Play Rugby

If you don't have an existing GMS account you can register to play rugby in three simple steps:

1. CREATE AN ACCOUNT
2. FIND YOUR CLUB
3. REGISTER AS A PLAYER

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GRFU Frequently Asked Questions

The Gloucestershire Rugby Football Union (GRFU) FAQ page serves as a comprehensive resource for players, coaches, club administrators, and parents navigating the landscape of rugby within the county. As the governing body for over 80 affiliated clubs across Bristol, Gloucester, Stroud, Cheltenham, and the Forest of Dean, the GRFU provides this central hub to clarify essential regulations and operational procedures.

Whether you are looking for guidance on Age Grade Rugby (Regulation 15), seeking details on player registration through the Game Management System (GMS), or investigating protocols for tours and festivals, these frequently asked questions are designed to support the growth, safety, and enjoyment of the game at every level of the grassroots community.

Sponsorship & Advertising Opportunities

Reach thousands of players, families, and supporters by partnering with Gloucestershire Rugby Football Union, one of the county’s largest and most active sporting communities. With 80 clubs and over 700 teams across Bristol, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Forest of Dean, and Stroud, your brand can gain unmatched local visibility and engagement.

Sponsoring GRFU means more than advertising — it’s an opportunity to align your business with the values of rugby, support the development of the game, and connect directly with a highly engaged, community-focused audience through matches, events, digital channels, and club networks.

GRFU - WORKING WITH THE RFU AND CLUBS

  • Promote core values of rugby
  • Promote representative teams & support development squads
  • Support the RFU with safeguarding, discipline, competitions & match approvals, election of council representatives, accounts & tours
  • Reward and recognise volunteers
  • Support member clubs to ensure their sustainability
  • Grow the game by increasing opportunities and promoting alternative and inclusive formats

Teamwork

Respect

Enjoyment

Discipline

Sportsmanship

Sponsors and Partners

Combinations

Referee Societies