If you are a supporter or follower of rugby or just have a general interest in the game, a visit to where the game first started – the town of Rugby in Warwickshire, central England – will be of real interest.
For many of the thousands of visitors that do come to explore from across the world, it is an enlightening experience. And for the most ardent of rugby followers and enthusiasts, it is a pilgrimage of sorts and one of those places to tick off your proverbial bucket list.
So call it a mini-tour as it were, here is a guide to five rugby places to visit in Rugby.
The first port of call has to be Rugby School, the place where rugby all began.
For several centuries, the histories of Rugby and Rugby School have been inextricably linked. Walk through our town streets and in and around the buildings of Rugby School just as the pupils and tutors go about their daily lessons and you will soon begin to feel the energy, atmosphere and buzz that emanates from these historic surroundings. Prepare to find yourself delving into the origins of the sport, to where and how it all started, the history of the characters that shaped the game we know today, and the profound uniqueness of the town’s connections. Continue reading →
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