About Harry Bedford
Lived 1866 – 1929 (aged 62–63). Harry Bedford was a British rugby league player and rugby union player.
Harry Bedford (1867 – January 1929 ) was an English rugby union footballer whose playing career was from 1885 to 1893. He played at representative level for England, and at club level for Batley, 1885/86 to 1887/88 and Morley 1888/89 to 1892/93 as a forward, e.g. front row, lock, or back row.
Background Harry Bedford was born in Gildersome, West Riding of Yorkshire, England, and he died aged 61 in Roundhay, Leeds, West Riding of Yorkshire, England.
Playing career Harry Bedford won caps for England while at Morley in 1889 against New Zealand Natives, and in 1890 against Scotland, and Ireland.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Harry Bedford?
English rugby union footballer (1866–1929)
When was Harry Bedford born?
Harry Bedford was born in 1866 in Gildersome.
When did Harry Bedford die?
Harry Bedford died in 1929 in Leeds.
What was Harry Bedford's occupation?
Harry Bedford was a rugby league player and rugby union player.
What nationality was Harry Bedford?
Harry Bedford was British.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Harry Bedford (rugby)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Harry Bedford. https://biography.guide/harry-bedford-rugby-league-player/
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