The World Rugby Museum

The World Rugby Museum is a museum dedicated to the sport of rugby union and is located in the home of English rugby at Twickenham Stadium, Richmond upon Thames, London.

The Museum is home to the world’s largest collection of rugby memorabilia, with approximately 25,000 items and over 7,000 fantastic photos.

The Calcutta Cup, the 2003 Rugby World Cup, an 1871 England Jersey and Cap, and an 1888 Anglo-Australian Tour Jersey and Cap are among the highlights.

Some of the highlights of the World Rugby Museum include:

• The museum has an extensive collection of rugby memorabilia, including jerseys, medals, photographs, and other artefacts.
• The museum has interactive exhibits that showcase the history and evolution of the sport, including the development of the rules and the introduction of professional rugby.
• The museum has a section dedicated to the history of the Rugby World Cup, including past winners and memorable moments from the tournament.
• The museum has a section dedicated to the history of the Six Nations Championship, which is an annual international rugby union competition involving the national teams of England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, and Wales.
• The museum has a section dedicated to the history of the British and Irish Lions, the rugby union team that represents the British Isles on their tours to the Southern Hemisphere.
• The museum also has an area where visitors can try on virtual reality experiences and other interactive exhibits that allow you to test your skills.
• The museum is located at Twickenham Stadium, which is the largest stadium in the world dedicated to rugby union, and visitors can take a tour of the stadium and learn about its history and architecture.

As well as the permanent collection the World Rugby Museum has various exhibitions. See the official website for current exhibitions details.

The World Rugby Museum is a must-visit destination for rugby fans, as it offers a unique insight into the history and evolution of the sport and its most important moments.