WELCOMING THE WORLD

W E LCO M I N G THE WORLD

The Rugby League World Cup 2021 will be a breakthrough moment for Rugby League when the men’s, women’s and wheelchair games come together for the first time on the sport’s biggest stage. RLWC2021 will cross county, taking in towns and cities, showcasing a diverse, welcoming culture and all that England has to offer. The 32 teams competing across the three blue riband events will showcase not only the Northern Powerhouse but shine a light on Yorkshire – as a third of the host locations (6) are situated in the county.

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DONCASTERI

The historic market town of Doncaster is renowned for its rich railway heritage and its amazing architecture, particularly on the Great North Road.

It has an original Roman wall, a Saxon church, Norman castles at Conisbrough and Tickhill; and a wealth of Georgian and Regency architecture reflecting the glory days of Doncaster.

The Keepmoat Stadium will host three men’s group games and Doncaster will be the team base for Samoa (Men’s).

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HULLI

Former City of Culture and a UK maritime location, Hull has a historic old town heart combined with buzzing marina and stunning cultural venues.

The KCOM Stadium will host two men’s games, including a quarter-final. The city will also be the team base for Fiji (Men’s).

KIRKLEESI

Against a backdrop of Pennine Moors and Peak District parkland, Kirklees is steeped in local history and legend; buildings and locations made famous by writers, film and television; and vibrant towns full of art, creativity and delicious local produce.

The John Smith’s Stadium in Huddersfield will host a men’s quarter-final.

LEEDSI

From stylish shopping to decadent dining, contemporary art and vibrant nightlife, Leeds is abundant with things to do (below).

Hosting more games than any other city, Elland Road will host a men’s semi-final and the Emerald Headingley Stadium will host three men’s games and four women’s games.

The city will also be the team base for Jamaica and Ireland (Men’s) and England, Papua New Guinea, Brazil and Canada (Women’s) teams.

SHEFFIELDI

Sheffield (above) is a vibrant city bustling with character and creativity. Known the world over as “The Steel City”, Sheffield was famed for its industry in the heyday of the 1900s and remains a hub of innovation to this day. Today, Sheffield has a modern spectacular cityscape set against the beautiful backdrop of the Peak District National Park.

Bramall Lane will host an England men’s group game.

The EIS Sheffield will host a group and both semi-finals in the wheelchair tournament.

The city will also be the team base for the Greece (Men’s) and France, Wales, Scotland and USA (Wheelchair) teams.

YORKI

York boasts excellent theatres, a wealth of pubs and many museums, all built around well preserved medieval features such as the old city walls, York Minster (left), Clifford’s Tower and The Shambles.

LNER Community Stadium will host a women’s group game and both women’s semi-finals.

The city will also be the team base for New Zealand (Men’s) and Australia, New Zealand, France, Cook Islands (Women’s) teams.