MILLIONS OF FANS,
HUNDREDS OF PLAYERS,
DOZENS OF MATCHES –
ONLY ONE HOME...
In the heart of England is a special place, a town that gives its name to the sport and which has championed it from the earliest days while remaining proudly true to its roots. The town of Rugby is a shrine for fans yet is also a delightful, historic spot that will enchant any visitor.
In 2015, rugby returns to its roots. England hosts the Rugby World Cup, with 20 teams competing for the sport’s biggest prize – the Webb Ellis Cup.
The game may have changed since William Webb Ellis created history, but its heart remains in Rugby. It’s the reason thousands of rugby fans flock to Rugby each year – a pilgrimage to the birthplace of the game.
This year Rugby is looking forward to welcoming visitors from all over the world as well as those closer to home. During the Tournament the Old Market Place will host an official Fanzone on match days screening live games on a giant screen and offering food, drink, musi
