Round Six promises plenty, with the blockbuster National One clash at Clifton Lane and Sheffield’s trip to Fylde in National Two North standing out.

Clashes like Rosslyn Park vs Plymouth Albion, Macclesfield vs Fylde, and Oxford Harlequins vs Guernsey Raiders already feel like big matches, even at this early stage of the campaign.

And just like that, September is almost over, but Round Four offers plenty of clubs the chance to head into October with a spring in their step.

From Plymouth Albion’s test at Bishop’s Stortford to Havant v Esher and Camborne’s Midlands trip, here’s your Round Three preview.

The Hull Ionians captain will play his 400th game for the club on Saturday and the ever-present, who has had a special career, is showing no signs of slowing down.

From the North-East down to Cornwall, derby fever grips National League Rugby this weekend, with some bumper crowds expected across the country.

After a summer of preparation, the 2025/26 National League Rugby season kicks off on Friday night, with Taunton hosting Exeter University.

A 'true driver and role model for rugby in the north', Beaumont admits the decision to retire at the end of the season was effectively taken out of his hands, plus he confirms he will stay with Sale Sharks in a commercial role.

Due to the expansion of 'Champ Rugby', a play-off and 'Access Final' has been introduced to National One.

Only eight players remain from last year’s triumphant squad and while 2024’s success can act as motivation, Mark Mapletoft’s side are also out to create their own memories.

In a rerun of last year’s final, Kent face Yorkshire at Twickenham.

The Sale Sharks youngster, who is following in the footsteps of the likes of Asher Opoku-Fordjour.

English rugby’s second tier will be rebranded as 'Champ Rugby' from next season and will feature play-offs.

Keay's successful career has led him to the Barbarians - and both coaches and players alike have embraced the experience.

A whole host of players from National One and National Two will wear the iconic black and white jersey as the famous touring club celebrates historic milestones in Durham and Glasgow.

Either Leicester Lions or Esher will avoid the drop, Clifton in pole position and strap yourselves in for several twists and turns.

On the penultimate weekend of the season, the fight to avoid the drop in National One and National Two North comes under the microscope.

Despite missing the trip to the south of France with a minor calf problem, Sale’s full-back insists his teammates will not arrive in Toulouse with a defeatist attitude as they prepare to tackle the reigning European champions.

The final month of another superb National League Rugby season is upon us, with plenty to be decided over the coming weeks.

The tension of title races and relegation battles will be on full display across National One and National Two in Round 23.