We play mixed social touch all year round for fun at Longford Park, Stretford, Manchester. All are welcome and we like to welcome new comers to touch rugby.
Connecting, Playing, and Building Community - Manchester Social Touch Rugby!
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WHEN DO WE PLAY?
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IN THE SUMMER: - May to August, we play on Thursday evenings from 7pm to 8.30pm. (or when you've had enough). IN THE WINTER: - First week of September to end of April, we play on Saturday mornings, 10:30am to 12.00pm (or w
06/11/2025
Well, here is a question for you? 😕
Touch Rugby vs Tag Rugby: What’s the Difference and Which Should You Play? If you’re looking for a fun team game and an alternative to full-contact rugby, Touch Rugby and it’s cousin Tag Rugby are two brilliant options. Both are non-contact, inclusive o, and suitabl…
19/08/2025
With Eagle RUFC Play Touch Rugby League – we just got recognised as one of their top fans! 🎉
10/08/2025
It was a pleasure to welcome to guys from Eagle RUFC Play Touch Rugby League on Thursday 7th Aug 25. A friendly game followed by a few drinks in the Longford Local. Its good to see another group like us with a community feel.
09/07/2025
PLAYING SPORT IN THE HOT WEATHER
As the hot weather comes remember to stay safe, stay hydrated, protect yourself... Check out a recent post on the Manchester Social Touch Rugby at Longford Park blog page - we've had a few flushed faces recently so we thought we would share this...
Playing Sport in Hot Weather: Stay Safe While Staying Active Warm summer days are great for outdoor activities and sports, but high temperatures can bring some risks. Whether you’re joining a friendly touch rugby match like ours, training for a race, o…
27/04/2025
🏉 What a way to kick off our summer change over! ☀️
Our England vs Rest of the World game at Longford Park was an absolute blast full of great tries, some dubious ones too 😜, plenty of smiles, and even bigger laughs.
Players from Argentina, New Zealand, South Africa, St Lucia, Wales, China, Ireland, Scotland (and more!) took to the field for a brilliant afternoon of touch rugby, followed by a few well-earned drinks🍻
Thanks to everyone who came down, check out the gallery and tag yourselves!
27/04/2025
Don't forget! This week, we've shifted to playing touch on Thursday nights at 7 PM, not Saturday mornings. Our next Saturday game won't be until the first week of September now.
05/04/2025
ENGLAND V THE REST – Social Touch Rugby Special!
Manchester, Longford Park, Sat, Apr 26 at 10:30 AM, One-off game – don’t miss it!
Celebrate our switch to Thursday night touch! Followed by Post-game drinks!
Join us for a fun, friendly, and inclusive game of social touch rugby as we mark the move to our summer schedule! This special match will see Team England take on The Rest of the World – and we want YOU to be part of it!
WHAT TO WHERE?
• If you’re playing for England – wear your England shirt or a white top.
• If you’re playing for The Rest of the World – wear your home nation’s shirt or anything that isn’t white!
No experience needed – touch rugby is fast, fun, and open to all genders, all ages, and all abilities. Whether you’re a seasoned player or completely new, just turn up and get involved!
Touch is all about good vibes, good runs, and good company – and we’ll be rounding things off with a well-earned drink in the park if the sun is out or in the pub next to the park if not.
Tag your mates, bring your kit, and we’ll see you on the pitch! Let’s make this a game to remember!
09/03/2025
3 Reasons why More Women are Picking Up Touch Rugby!
Why More Women Are Picking Up Touch Rugby Touch Rugby or ‘Touch’, started as a practice drill for rugby players in Australia. With its lack of physical contact, it quickly grew to be a popular sport in its own right. It is very much a team…