BRISTOL return to the competition after their short stay in the Premiership and face debutants Hartpury College in the opening round of next season’s Championship following their promotion.
The Gloucestershire side won the National League One title at a canter, remaining undefeated for the entire campaign.
Last season’s runners up, Yorkshire Carnegie will face London Scottish in their season opener. Jersey Reds will host Doncaster, who secured their top-four spot following a narrow 24-20 win when the sides last met in April, and Ealing Trailfinders will welcome the Cornish Pirat...