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I played in Germany.

Bundesliga 1b Sud & West (I think)

Munich were in the same league as Bonn and Cologne...

Scarily fast minibus driving on the Autobahn!


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Originally posted by Mark W-J Mark W-J wrote:

Ealing began life in London One (Level 5) in 1987-88 but were promoted as champions to what was then called Area League South. They were relegated after one season alongside Sidcup & Stroud, while Camborne finished third behind Lydney & Havant.
Ealing returned twice to National league 4 South on two more occasions and managed to stay up for another season. During these three visits they were one of the only true amateur teams playing semi pro teams. Most memorable win being against a London Welsh team away.
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Originally posted by cheshire exile cheshire exile wrote:

Originally posted by SK 88 SK 88 wrote:

Originally posted by Stalwart* Stalwart* wrote:

Slightly off topic, but kind of the same thing. Which are the closest, and furthest away "local" derbies?
Cornish Pirates nearest opponent is Hartpury - 228 miles.

I believe the closest in the National Leagues is the Sheffield derby which just pips London Welsh v Barnes.

Next season the closest will be London Scottish v Richmond at 0 miles (obviously).

The Manchester derby between Sale & Sedgley and the north Bristol derby between Clifton & Dings Crusaders will be fairly close (as well as Cambourne v Redruth as the closest "not the same city" derby) but I think Sheffield still wins it.

Furthest "closest game" for next season is I think either Plymouth Albion v Dings Crusaders or possibly Moseley vs one of the Bristol clubs. 

CAMBORNE!!!

Sorry I always make that mistake, and must have been to Cornwall close to 80 times!
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Any chance they make the South East league: Sheffield, Sheffield Tigers, Hinckley, Loughborough Uni, Syston, Oundle, BSE, Old Albanians, Barnes, Westcombe park, SevenOaks, Canterbury, London Welsh, Dorking

South West, Guernsey, Havant, Henley, Esher, Camborne, Redruth, Barnstable, Exe Uni, Taunton, Hornets, Old Reds, Cinderford, Luctionians,

Then all the nother bar Sheffield be the norther 14?  On a Map that does actually look relatively sensible ...
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It will be interesting to see how they divide the Nat 2 leagues for next season. Canterbury to Sheffield and Esher to Camborne would be some seriously long trips though!

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Camborne or. Redruth to Esher is easier than to Leicestershire, Macclesfield or Chester.
And to a previous poster, it’s BarnstaPle.
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I'll get the spelling right one day Geek
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Not sure if these will work, but two maps of possible options.  I think the mileage is better overall with the Sheffield to London league (especially as you could potentially do it on the train?) but the "Cheshire to Cornwall" league option does mean there are lots of close trips in London that will probably bring down the total mileage so that Chester & Macclesfield just get the rough end. 

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Is it just me but when did you last see a rugby team on a train?? 

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Cambridge used to visit Tynedale by train.
I have heard several players "missed" the last connection in Newcastle and were "forced" to stay over a Saturday night in Newcastle.
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Went on an Easter Tour to Scotland on the milk train from Kings Cross and played three games , Murreyfield, Penicuik  and Hawick Trades. Those were the days won three out of three in three days back on the train .

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Ambition should be made of sterner stuff.
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Blackheath do quite a bit on the train I think 
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Sounds like an absolute nightmare to me! How many rugby clubs have stations on the doorstep? Transfers to arrange both ends plus bulk luggage - kit, tackle bags etc etc
Can't believe that actually happens?? 
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Correct hoppy, virtually all away games are by train, I think this season the only coach trip was Moseley. We did use a coach for the cancelled DMP game that wasn’t played but we’re on the train 2 weeks later. If booked correctly it is normally cheaper than using coaches
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