28 August 2026

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Bedford Blues set for pre-season opener as club celebrate Adamson’s testimonial

The action down at Goldington Road begins earlier than usual as Bedford Blues stalwart, Dean Adamson celebrates his testimonial year with the honour of leading out his side in the pre-season opener...

Bedford Blues face tough start to new Champ Rugby season

The fixture list for the new season of Champ Rugby - formerly the RFU Championship - has been released as Bedford Blues face their longest ever season with the competition...

Bedford Blues begin their squad rebuild with three familiar faces

Preparations for the new rugby union season are well underway at Goldington Road, and Mike Rayer has began to replace the nine names that have left Bedford Blues in the close season...

Forwards coach Cruse to leave Bedford Blues for Worcester Warriors

Bedford Blues' forwards coach, Tom Cruse will leave the club at the end of the campaign after just a single season to take up an opportunity with newly reinstated, Worcester Warriors...

RFU announce revamped ‘Champ Rugby’ competition but promotion criteria remain

Bedford Blues will be one of 14 teams to compete in a revamped Championship for the 2025/26 season, renamed 'Champ Rugby' by the RFU, who have announced an overhaul of the league...