About Us

Who are Dearne Valley Bulldogs?

Dearne Valley Bulldogs was founded in 2001/2002 Season. Ian Daintith started the open age team which climbed the through the leagues, starting from division 6 and making it into division 1.

In 2012 Dearne Valley Bulldogs occurred a long term lease from Barnsley Council, finally allowing Dearne Valley Bulldogs to focus and build a juniors section.

In 2014 we were picked by the RFL and won the Community Club of the Year award for being the fastest growing Rugby League club in South Yorkshire.

Over the past few years our club continued to grow and we raised funding to be able to build our own club house and be self sufficient. Our Clubhouse build is still ongoing and we are very hopeful for the completion to be within the year, which will provide us with a great future and stability for the club.

Free Rugby Training!

Rugby League is the toughest team sport in the world and will provide yourself or your kids with a vital life skill of learning how to take knocks and get back up again.

We provide training free of charge with a minimal signing on fee, which means we are a lot cheaper than other local sides. This ensures we give everyone the opportunity to get involved in a team sport with no monthly fees.

Caring Coaching Team

Our coaches are as passionate about the sport as we hope you are!

20+ Years

Starting in 2001 we have a lot of experience in both playing and coaching.

Safe Place

We provide a safe environment for everyone within the community.

Our Teams Are For Everyone

Front and foremost we are a diverse and open to ensure equal opportunities for everyone involved. Our Junior teams are up to the age of 12. We have teams that range from 'The Pups' for anyone ages 4 and over to 'The Open Age', 'Women’s' and 'Masters Teams'.