1956–57 Rugby Union County Championship
The 1956–57 Rugby Union County Championship was the 57th edition of England's premier rugby union club competition at the time.[1] [2] [3]
| 1956–57 County Championship | |
|---|---|
| Countries |  |
| Champions | Devon (7th title) |
| Runners-up | Yorkshire |
Devon won the competition for the seventh time (but first since 1912) after defeating Yorkshire in the final.[4] [5]
References
- Jenkins, Vivian (1975–76). Rothmans Rugby Yearbook. Brickfield Publications Ltd. pp. 130–131. ISBN 0362-00221-5.
- "English County Championship". Rugby Football History.
- "The County Finals". County Rugby.com.
- "FROM OUR RUGBY FOOTBALL CORRESPONDENT. "County Rugby Final." Times, 9 Mar. 1957, p. 10". Times Digital Archives.
- ""Devon's First County Title For 45 Years." Times, 11 Mar. 1957, p. 3". Times Digital Archives.
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