Give Tag Rugby a try in Manchester
Try Tag Rugby run mixed, men’s and women’s leagues and events in the sport of Tag Rugby throughout the UK. Tag Rugby is a minimal contact version of Rugby, generally played in a 7-a-side format. Tag Rugby is one of the fastest-growing, all-inclusive men’s and women’s sports available to our adult community. Our leagues take place on weekday evenings or weekends across the country.
Join a Free Taster SessionNo Experience Needed
Start with a Taster Session
Feel Fitter
Burn up to 600 calories a game
Find Your Tribe
Have a laugh and make mates for life!
Play Your Way
It’s never been easier with over 75 local leagues nationwide!
Make Your Mark
Design a team kit for your team here and stand out from the crowd
Enjoy the Social
Discuss the game with a drink & a snack at one of our post-match social venues
Benefits of TAG RUGBY
With mixed leagues open to people of all ages, Tag Rugby is an inclusive sport. Whether you’re looking to push yourself to the limit, get yourself feeling fitter or simply make new friends, there’s a Try Tag Rugby community for you.
Start HereCalories Burned
The average player will burn upwards of 600 calories in a 40-minute game.
Steps per game
Typically, a player will cover 1.8 miles and take 3,800 steps in a 40-minute game.
Matches this week
Typically, there will be 250-450 games played on the weekly basis.
Players in action
On average there will be over 4000-7200 players in action on a weekly basis.
Our Players Say
I cannot recommend Try Tag Rugby as a social sport/hobby highly enough
I cannot recommend Try Tag Rugby as a social sport/hobby highly enough. I was taken along to a taster session by a friend two years ago, with no rugby experience and low confidence in team sports, the only thing I brought was nervous enthusiasm. Since then I’ve joined two leagues, played for a number of teams, won 13 league titles, one tournament title, trained as a ref and represented Manchester and Wigan. It’s fair to say I love tag rugby.
Eve Shotton| Manchester
I LOVE tag rugby!
I LOVE tag rugby! I started playing two years ago. I was looking for a team sport and was browsing through things in the area when an advert for Tag popped up and it really appealed to me because of the mixed team dynamic. I have been hooked since! It really doesn’t matter whether you have any rugby experience at all.
Catherine Darby| Manchester
It’s a great way to keep fit and active
It’s a great way to keep fit and active, develop some rugby skills and make new friends. The social side of Try Tag Rugby is great, whether it’s the weekly trip to the pub after the matches or a day/night out which is never dull! I would really recommend anyone coming down and giving it a go!
Debbie Calland| Wigan
Great for fitness & social
I joined Try Tag Rugby over a year ago and can honestly say it was a game changer from both a fitness & social perspective. In terms of the sport it’s perfect for all ability levels, even if you haven’t played any form of rugby before.
Craig Williams| West Yorkshire
Latest News
EVENTS & PARTNERSHIPS MANAGER JOB OPENING
11th November 2024
Try Tag Rugby are recruiting an Events & Partnerships Manager.
Autumn Tournament London 2024 Review
30th October 2024
Autumn Tournament London took place on Saturday 26th October 2024 in some mild autumn weather. Teams played in great spirit, embracing both the festival vibes and halloween fancy dress theme.
UK Tag Nationals 2025 details released
24th October 2024
The UK Tag Nationals is back! The highest level domestic tag tournament in the country returns with an even better host venue (University of Nottingham)
21st October 2024
Try Tag Rugby London is delighted to announce the return of our popular pre-Christmas tournament, Tagmas.
Massage services at Autumn Tournament London
17th October 2024
We are lucky to have Activate Training and Sports Therapy on site at the London Autumn Tournament
Women’s and Men’s Tournament 2024 Review
27th September 2024
Acton Wasps FC was host to the London Women’s and Men’s tournament once again this year, following on from the success of last year’s tournament.
Try Tag Rugby Proves to Be a Real Bobby Dazzler in Newcastle!
2nd September 2024
Newcastle’s well-known for its sport, friendly people, and a good time, so it’s no surprise that Try Tag Rugby has gotten off to a cracking start in the North East in 2024!
British and Irish Cup Review 2024
29th August 2024
Great Britain claimed their first ever Cup win on Irish soil. The victory was the third time that Great Britain had prevailed in the competition overall and marked the first time that they had retained the Cup.
TagFest Coventry & Warwickshire Review
7th August 2024
TagFest Coventry & Warwickshire has been a fixture in the calendar for five years now and this one was as competitive as ever!
23rd July 2024
The ‘Sunny South East’ lived up to its name on Saturday 20th July hosting the very first TagFest Brighton
Coming soon to London, longer Autumn & Spring seasons (FAQ)
23rd July 2024
As a reminder, from September last year, Try Tag Rugby London leagues moved to four seasons annually.
Great Britain v South Africa 2024 Test Series Review
10th July 2024
The 2024 international season got underway for Great Britain Tag Rugby on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th July as the GB sides played host to South Africa at Reading RFC.
10th July 2024
The Norths first TagFest of the year, TagFest Wigan, took place on Saturday 6th July at Wigan St Cuthbert’s ARLFC. It was once again an action packed day offering plenty of fun and entertainment throughout.
13th June 2024
TagFest London 2024 took place at Richmond Athletic Ground on Saturday 8th June with 103 teams from Britain, Ireland, and the Netherlands bringing the festival atmosphere from first kick-off to last orders.
13th May 2024
The day after the northern lights swept across the night skies of the UK, we were treated to another breath-taking sight as 60 teams from UK plus Cork took part in the UK Tag Nationals.
TAGFEST BRIGHTON A SELL OUT AS TAGGERS FLOCK TO THE SEASIDE
26th April 2024
TagFest Brighton has officially sold out with 24 teams ready to take to the pitch for the first ever tournament in Brighton on Saturday 20th July.
Six New Vets Leagues for Early Summer Season
16th April 2024
Try Tag Rugby are excited to announce the expansion of Vets leagues to six locations for the Early Summer 2024 season.
BTS win Corporate Challenge London 2024
15th April 2024
20 teams across a diverse range of industries took to the field for our 12th Corporate Challenge London, raising money for both Tag Sports CIC and other charities.
10th April 2024
Try Tag Rugby’s Spring Tournament marked the return of major tournament action in London.
TagFest London Headline Act Announced
9th April 2024
Four times world champion DJ Mr Switch will headline the entertainment at TagFest London 2024.
Try Tag Rugby Introduces New Women’s Merchandise Range
4th April 2024
Try Tag Rugby is excited to unveil its latest addition to its merchandise offering with the launch of a new range tailored specifically for women.
The Eagles Foundation, the non-profit arm of Sheffield Eagles Rugby League Club, has been awarded Try Tag Rugby’s South Yorkshire Licence.
28th March 2024
We are excited to announce the formation of the Great Britain Future Teams Programme (GBFT), which kicks off with the establishment of the GBFT Men’s 50s.
19th March 2024
We are pleased to announce registration for the TagFest Series our tournaments are all open for 2024.
18th March 2024
Get your team looking sharp this summer by winning a free team kit!
15th March 2024
Get your friends to give Tag a try during the Early Summer Season and you could win a FREE season.
2024 Great Britain Training Squads Announced!
14th March 2024
Great Britain Tag Rugby training squads announced as national sides embark on a brand new World Cup cycle
Try Tag Rugby Expands to Newcastle and York
21st February 2024
Try Tag Rugby is thrilled to announce the expansion of its leagues to two exciting new regions in 2024: Newcastle and York.
2024 great Britain Trials – Registration Open
20th February 2024
The Great Britain Tag Rugby teams are set for a new era after achieving their greatest set of World Cup results so far last summer! The road to the next World Cup starts now with registration open for trials ahead of two international engagements this summer.
Try Tag Rugby Launches First Junior Programme in Brighton & Hove
19th February 2024
Try Tag Rugby, a leading organisation in social sport, proudly announces the introduction of its pilot junior programme in Brighton & Hove this spring. After 15 years growing the game UK wide to the point where over 10,000 adults participated weekly last summer, the launch of Try Tag Rugby Juniors is an exciting development in the growth of Tag throughout the UK.
16th February 2024
Having had an extremely busy and productive start to 2024 as we embark on another exciting year of Tag Rugby, we wanted to reflect on the feedback we received from our annual survey in 2023.
Events Calendar 2024 Launched!
13th December 2023
After an exciting year of TTR tournaments that saw the return of the Men’s & Women’s Tournament, the biggest ever UK Tag Nationals, and an ever expanding UK wide TagFest series we are delighted to launch our full events calendar for 2024.
London Vets League Season One A Success
4th December 2023
The inaugural Try Tag Rugby Vets league has concluded, marking a triumphant blend of on-field action and post-match camaraderie!
UK Tag Nationals 2024 – Player Nominations
14th November 2023
Following the initial coaching application window the second phase of the 2024 tournament – player nominations – is now open.
Men’s & Women’s Tournament Review
13th November 2023
Try Tag Rugby’s Men’s & Women’s Tournament returned to action on Sunday as eight women’s and eight men’s teams met on the pitch at Wasps FC.
8th November 2023
Try Tag Rugby London is delighted to announce the return of our popular pre-Christmas tournament, Tagmas.
Autumn Tournament 2023 Review – Manchester
27th October 2023
A record 21 teams took to the field in the Manchester Autumn Tournament on Saturday 14th October at Trafford MV RFCC, with those taking to the field experiencing the Manchester weather at its most changeable
24th October 2023
More people, in more locations, getting active and having fun as Try Tag Rugby pass the milestone of over 10,000 weekly participants (40% female) during the summer.
24th October 2023
A fantastic part time or full time opportunity to own your own business, doing something meaningful, that you can be passionate about.
Autumn Tournament 2023 Review – London
23rd October 2023
Try Tag Rugby’s Autumn Tournament took place on Saturday 21st October, the largest Autumn Tournament in TTR history.
Applications Open for Great Britain Tag Rugby Coaches and Team Managers
20th October 2023
Great Britain Tag Rugby is looking for aspiring, innovative and passionate coaches and team managers to join the programme for the new World Cup cycle.
Refer a friend to be a Licensee and Score a Year of Free Tag!
16th October 2023
Are you an enthusiastic Try Tag Rugby player who wants to spread the joy of the game and potentially win a year of free tag in the process?
12th October 2023
Following an extensive review of the 2023 UK Tag Nationals, and after careful collaboration across all Try Tag Rugby regions, the first phase of the 2024 tournament is today being launched!
Inaugural Thames Valley Origin Series to kick-off this October
26th September 2023
The Inaugural Thames Valley Origin Series (Oxford vs Reading) will take place in October and November 2023 to see which side reigns supreme.
11th September 2023
The first ever TagFest in Scotland took place on Saturday 2nd September where 24 teams from London, Yorkshire, Wigan, Bristol, Ireland and Edinburgh played under the shadow of Arthur’s Seat at Duddingston Playing Fields.
New Vets (Over 40s) League Launched in London
5th September 2023
Try Tag Rugby are pleased to launch our first ever Vets League for over 40s. The league features innovative rules to get older players involved.
New Men’s League to Start in Olympic Park South
5th September 2023
Try Tag Rugby is pleased to announce a new 6-a-side Men’s League taking place this autumn at our Olympic Park South venue in Stratford.
1st September 2023
Teams from Ireland, London, Reading, Manchester and Wigan travelled to compete against a large number of teams from Yorkshire on home soil.
Oh they do like to Tag beside the Seaside!
23rd August 2023
Try Tag Rugby has made waves in its first summer in Brighton & Hove with nearly 150 people currently playing weekly in its mixed gender summer league.
22nd August 2023
Results from the Summer Leagues in London, Yorkshire, Manchester and Sheffield.
Great Britain crowned World Champions in the Women’s 30s amongst their best ever medal haul at the ITF’s flagship event.
Great Britain goes for Gold at Tag World Cup 2023
28th July 2023
After five years and two postponements, the fourth iteration of the ITF Tag World Cup is finally here.
Great Britain World Cup Squads Named
28th June 2023
The national coaches have selected their final squads to play in this summer’s 2023 Tag World Cup.
Special Women’s Offer for Select Leagues
28th June 2023
We have opened registration for a special offer of £39 for the season. The offer is open to all women, including those yet to join a team & those looking to make the most of summer and pick-up an extra night.
British and Irish Cup Review 2023
27th June 2023
Great Britain claimed one of the most comprehensive victories in the history of British & Irish Cup.
British & Irish Cup 2023 Preview
23rd June 2023
King’s House Sports Ground in Chiswick will host the 2023 British & Irish Cup this Saturday 24th June.
21st June 2023
Teams have now been selected for the 2023 International Cup.
Early Summer League results 2023
21st June 2023
All the Early Summer League results for Try Tag Rugby Leagues in London, Manchester and Yorkshire.
14th June 2023
TagFest London 2023 took place on Saturday 10th June with stunning weather setting the summer vibes for the day. 90 teams from across Britain and Ireland competed for medals over four separate divisions.
Brighton & Hove End of Season Social
5th June 2023
Players are invited to celebrate the success of the Early Summer Season on Hove Green.
Great Britain Tag Rugby launch World Cup kit
1st June 2023
Great Britain Tag Rugby are excited to unveil a brand new kit designed specifically for the 2023 Tag World Cup.
UK Tag Nationals Review – 2023
26th May 2023
The fifth annual UK Tag Nationals took place on Saturday 20th May as a record number of Try Tag Rugby regions sent teams to battle it out to be crowned national champions.
Friday 12th May saw the return of the Yorkshire Corporate Challenge, a staple in the Yorkshire Tag calendar since 2016.
Richmond Athletics Ground in London is the venue this Saturday (20 May) for the annual UK Tag Nationals – and the Our League cameras will be there to stream all the action.
Great Britain squads named for British & Irish Cup 2023
11th May 2023
Following the initial months of 2023 Great Britain training the coaches have picked their teams to play in the British & Irish Cup on Saturday 24th June in Chiswick.
Try Tag Rugby and Tag Sports CIC are excited to launch a new partnership which will see the two organisations working together.
Watch Rugby League action at TagFest London
28th April 2023
Two of the strongest community Rugby League clubs in London will go head-to-head at TagFest London this June 10th when Wests Warriors and London Chargers clash at Richmond Athletic Ground.
Try Tag Rugby joins Stonewall Diversity Champions Programme
21st April 2023
Try Tag Rugby is pleased to announce that we have joined Stonewalls Diversity Champions Programme.
Corporate Challenge London 2023 Review
17th April 2023
In the 11th edition of Corporate Challenge London, teams battled it out to be crowned winners in four divisions and win money for charity.
Try Tag Rugby renew partnership with Wolfpack
14th April 2023
Try Tag Rugby has renewed a partnership with Wolfpack Lager who will sponsor the Queen’s Park Early Summer and Summer Leagues.
Try Tag Rugby to start in the birthplace of Rugby
13th April 2023
Try Tag Rugby Coventry & Warwickshire are excited to be bringing Tag Rugby to the birthplace of Rugby this April.
5th April 2023
All the Spring League results for Try Tag Rugby Leagues in London, Manchester and Yorkshire.
4th April 2023
Try Tag Rugby’s Spring Tournament took place on Saturday 1st April with 94 teams battled it out for glory across four separate divisions.
31st March 2023
We are pleased to announce registration for the TagFest Series our tournaments are all open for 2023.
Edinburgh – End of Season Pub Quiz
28th March 2023
Try Tag Rugby Edinburgh will hold a Pub Quiz as an end of season social event.
Northern & Scottish UKTN Regional Tournament 2023 Review
22nd March 2023
Saturday 4th March saw the best of the North descend on Heaton Moor RUFC (Manchester) to compete in the first Northern & Scottish UKTN Regional Tournament.
Try Tag Rugby expands to south Edinburgh
21st March 2023
Try Tag Rugby is delighted to announce it has awarded Clodagh Nic Lochlainn, the current owner of Try Tag Rugby Edinburgh North, the additional licence for Edinburgh South.
2023 Great Britain Training Squads Announced
16th March 2023
Great Britain Tag Rugby training squads announced for ITF Tag World Cup year.
New Try Tag Rugby website launched
16th March 2023
Try Tag Rugby’s website, www.trytagrugby.com has undergone a redesign and has launched today (Thursday 16th March 2023).
Tag Rugby Rugby launches in Brighton & Hove
9th March 2023
Try Tag Rugby is delighted to announce the launch of its Brighton & Hove Licence and the opening of registration for its first ever Brighton & Hove League.
Try Tag Rugby Award licence for Brighton & Hove
23rd February 2023
Try Tag Rugby is very excited to announce that we have awarded a licence for Try Tag Rugby Brighton & Hove.
Great Britain Women’s 35s team launched
20th February 2023
Great Britain Tag Rugby are delighted to announce the addition of Women’s 35s team to the national programme.
10th February 2023
All the Winter League results for London Try Tag Rugby Leagues.
PSS renews referee partnership into sixth year
8th February 2023
Try Tag Rugby are delighted to announce the continuation of our partnership with PSS International Removals for another year – our referee sponsor and supporter.
6th February 2023
After a review into our tournament offerings, we are excited to launch our full events calendar for 2023 which has something for every section of our community nationwide.
2nd February 2023
Try Tag Rugby is pleased to announce that we will be adopting the 2022 International Rulebook for all their leagues and tournaments commencing from the 2023 Spring season*.
UK Tag Nationals 2023 – Q&A Update
19th October 2022
Following feedback both directly and indirectly since last week’s launch of the 2023 UK Tag Nationals we wanted to take the opportunity to clarify certain decisions that were made about next year’s tournament and to update players on changes made to the nomination period.
TTR policy on sexual harassment
17th October 2022
Try Tag Rugby is committed to providing a positive and safe environment for all individuals at our leagues, events and socials.
11th October 2022
Try Tag Rugby’s Autumn Tournament took place on Saturday 8th October with summer-like weather for the teams taking part.
UK Tag Nationals 2023 – Nominations
10th October 2022
The UK Tag Nationals brings all the Try Tag Rugby regions together to battle it out for the title of UK Tag National Champions in four separate categories.
A stunning start for Edinburgh in its first summer
7th October 2022
Since starting in March this year, Try Tag Rugby Edinburgh North, has taken the city of Edinburgh by storm.
British & Irish Cup Review 2022
12th September 2022
The 2022 British & Irish Cup took place over the weekend of 3rd and 4th of September at West Park Leeds RUFC with Ireland ultimately emerging winners in the closest contest in the tournament’s history.
1st September 2022
The 2022 British & Irish Cup takes place this coming weekend (3rd/4th September) at West Park Leeds RUFC as Great Britain and Ireland once again go head to head in the annual tournament.
15th August 2022
Great Britain Tag Rugby is proud to announce a new partnership with Oaklin that will see the organisation join the programme as an associate partner through to the Tag World Cup 2023.
Five referees have been selected to represent Try Tag Rugby at the upcoming International Tag Series in Limerick.
History made as TagFest London takes place
19th July 2022
Tag history was made on Saturday 16th July as 108 teams descended on King’s House Sports Ground, Chiswick for TagFest London 2022 – the largest, single-venue, Tag Rugby tournament ever to be staged in the northern hemisphere.
11th July 2022
Saturday 2nd July saw teams descend upon Lockleaze Sports Centre for a fun filled day of tag in Bristol.
International Tag Series Selections 2022
28th June 2022
After showcasing their talents for their regions at the UK Tag Nationals the focus for the best Tag players in the country now shifts to the International Tag Series, taking place on the 5-6th August in Limerick, Ireland.
Great Britain launch Men’s 40s
10th June 2022
Following the success of the Men’s 40s category at the recent UK Tag Nationals, Great Britain Tag Rugby are excited to announce the formation of a Great Britain Men’s 40s side.
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) were crowned champions of the 10th edition of the London Corporate Challenge 2022!
UK Tag Nationals 2022 – Review
24th May 2022
For the first time ever the UK Tag Nationals took place outside of London with regional sides descending on West Park Leeds RUFC on Saturday 21st May.
UK Tag Nationals 2022 – Preview
18th May 2022
The fourth Try Tag Rugby UK Tag Nationals will take place at West Park Leeds RUFC on Saturday 21st May 2022.
Spring Tag Tournament 2022 – Review
5th April 2022
Try Tag Rugby’s Spring Tournament made a long awaited return on Saturday (2nd April) after not being able to run for the last two years.
Great Britain Elite Player Squads 2022
17th March 2022
With two international Tag Rugby tournaments on the horizon in 2022 we are pleased to announce the six Great Britain Elite Player Squads training this year.
Try Tag Rugby launches in Edinburgh
15th March 2022
Try Tag Rugby is delighted to announce the launch of Try Tag Rugby Edinburgh North and the first Try Tag Rugby League in Scotland.
Try Tag Rugby London Annual Awards 2022
29th November 2021
Players, referees, and staff took a chance to celebrate the year in style at the Try Tag Rugby London Christmas Party and Annual Awards.
Ireland regain British & Irish Cup 2021
25th October 2021
Ireland have regained the British & Irish Cup defeating Great Britain in Limerick, Ireland.
4th October 2021
Try Tag Rugby’s Autumn Tournament made a long awaited return on Saturday (30th October) after missing out in 2020.
Africa Caribbean Leopards win International Cup
13th September 2021
Try Tag Rugby’s International Cup made a long awaited return on Saturday (11th September) after missing out in 2020.
Events
Spring Tag Rugby Tournament 2025
05
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The first of the three major London tournaments of the year, Try Tag Rugby’s annual Spring Tournament returns in April 2025 with a full day of Tag R…
Corporate Challenge London 2025 – In Aid of Tag Sports CIC
11
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The Corporate Challenge is the perfect opportunity to get your workmates together for a unique team building and networking experience whilst enjoying…
UK Tag Nationals 2025
17
2025
The UK Tag Nationals is back! The highest level domestic tag tournament in the country returns…
TagFest London 2025
07
2025
Featuring 100+ mixed Tag Rugby teams from across the UK & Europe, 20 Netball teams, delicious street food, bars & live music through until midnight, t…
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