Broughton Rangers was as English professional
rugby league club. Formed in 1877 as Broughton, the club changed its name to Broughton Rangers a year later. The club was based in
Broughton until 1933, playing at
Wheater's Field (until 1913) and
The Cliff (1913–1933), before moving to
Belle Vue Stadium in
Gorton. The club was later renamed as Belle Vue Rangers after the Second World War, but folded in 1955. Broughton Rangers won one league championship in 1902, and were
Challenge Cup winners on two occasions (1902 and 1911).
The record for most appearances for the club is held by
George Ruddick, who played 422 times between 1899 and 1915.
Andy Hogg is the record try scorer with 186, while
Albert Gregory holds the record for most goals scored, having kicked 308 conversions. The record for most points is held by
Bill Harris who scored a total of 835 during his career.