Welcome to Rochdale Hornets Foundation

Proudly serving the people of Rochdale through sport, learning and opportunity.

At Rochdale Hornets Foundation, rugby league is just the start. Everything we do is about building a stronger, healthier and more connected community.

From coaching in local schools and running inclusive sports sessions, to delivering health, wellbeing and education programmes — we believe in the power of sport to break down barriers, boost confidence, and change lives.

We work with people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds — because everyone deserves a chance to get active, feel part of something bigger, and reach their full potential.

What We Do:

  • Inspire Young People: Through coaching, camps and community sessions, we help young people grow in confidence, skills and ambition.

  • Support Health & Wellbeing: From mental health support to walking rugby and fitness for older adults, we make sport a tool for feeling better — physically and mentally.

  • Bring the Community Together: Our projects reduce isolation, build friendships and create new opportunities for local people to connect, belong and thrive.

Because when Rochdale comes together, anything is possible.

A group of men playing rugby on a field, with one man in a blue and red jersey holding a rugby ball and others gathered around him.

Explore OUR COMMUNITY SESSIONS

Three elderly men playing rugby on a grassy field during daytime, two in blue and red jerseys and one in white and yellow, with one man holding a rugby ball and another man pointing.

SOCIAL WALKING TAG RUGBY

£3

Rugby — but slower, simpler, and perfect for everyone.

Children and adults playing rugby on a field on a sunny day, with trees and a scoreboard in the background.

SEND TAG RUGBY

£3

Our SEND sessions are specially designed to create safe, supportive, and enjoyable spaces for children and young people with additional needs to play, explore, move and make friends.

Wheelchair rugby players in a gym, with one player holding a ball and others watching, all in sports uniforms.

WHEELCHAIR RUGBY TEAM

Our wheelchair rugby league team is open to everyone and offers a fast-paced, inclusive way to enjoy the game. Disabled and non-disabled players train and compete side by side, building skills, confidence, and community.