The business end of the 2025–26 Regional 1 Midlands season is here, and Banbury RUFC Men’s 1st XV now know the challenge that lies ahead.

With nine fixtures remaining and a demanding mix of home and away contests, the Bulls face a decisive stretch that will define their season. From tough Midlands away days to crucial home clashes at the Graf UK Stadium, every match now carries weight.

Season So Far
R1 | 6th Sept | Banbury 31-19 Bromsgrove
R2 | 13th Sept Banbury 50-15 Newent
R3 | 20th Sept | Dudley Kingswinford 14-27 Banbury

R4 | 4th Oct | Banbury 19-20 Lichfield
R5 | 11th Oct | Lutterworth 42-18 Banbury
R6 | 18th Oct | Stourbridge 30-28 Banbury
R7 | 25th Oct | Banbury 19-20 Newport (Salop)

R8 | 8th Nov | Nuneaton 5-63 Banbury
R9 | 22nd Nov | Banbury 7-14 Bridgnorth
R10 | 29th Nov | Bournville 54-17 Banbury

R11 | 6th Dec | Banbury 32-15 Drybrook
R12 | 13th Dec | Newent 31-28 Banbury
R13 | 20th Dec | Banbury 32-12 Dudley Kingswinford

Remaining Fixtures
R14 | Sat 10 Jan | Lichfield RUFC (Away)
R15 | Sat 17 Jan | Lutterworth RFC (Home)
R16 | Sat 31 Jan | Stourbridge RFC (Home)

R17 | Sat 14 Feb | Newport (Salop) RFC (Away)
R18 | Sat 28 Feb | Nuneaton RFC (Home)

R19 | Sat 7 Mar | Bridgnorth RFC (Away)
R20 | Sat 21 Mar | Bournville RFC (Home)
R21 | Sat 28 Mar | Drybrook RFC (Away)

R22 | Sat 11 Apr | Bromsgrove RFC (Home)
(Fixtures subject to confirmation)

Home Advantage Will Be Key
Home fixtures against Lutterworth, Stourbridge, Bournville and Bromsgrove provide Banbury with a vital opportunity to turn strong performances into points. Backed by players, members, volunteers and sponsors, the Graf UK Stadium remains a crucial factor as the season reaches its conclusion.

Tough Tests on the Road
Away trips to Lichfield, Nuneaton, Bridgnorth and Drybrook present classic Regional 1 Midlands challenges. Physical, hostile environments where discipline, accuracy and resilience will be essential if the Bulls are to return with results.

With momentum, focus and belief driving the squad forward, the final weeks promise competitive rugby and decisive moments.

Get behind the Bulls, pack the Graf UK Stadium, and be part of the run-in.