Rugby Hall of Fame to be given permanent home in sport’s birthplace
THE World Rugby Hall of Fame is to be given a permanent home in its Midlands birthplace.
Rugby’s greats and some of the moments that defined the sport will be celebrated in the town of Rugby from later this year.
The World Rugby Hall of Fame will be located within the art gallery, museum and library building in the heart of the town and is scheduled to open its doors to visitors in late 2016.
Using World Rugby’s video archive and historical memorabilia, the Hall of Fame will invite visitors from all over the world to immerse themselves in a unique experience that explores the moments and personalities that have defined a game that began nearly 200 years ago.
World Rugby Chairman Bernard Lapasset said: “We are delighted to be bringing the World Rugby Hall of Fame to life through the provision of a physical home for the first time.
“Having a destination to celebrate and honour the achievements of those who have shaped the sport and inspired generations of players, coaches and referees is a very exciting development.
“Rugby is the birthplace of the sport and a destination for fans from around the globe and for World Rugby to have a connection with the sport’s heritage is good for the town, the sport and sports fans.”
The World Rugby Hall of Fame property was established by World Rugby in 2006, absorbing the International Rugby Hall of Fame in 2014. So far, 120 greats have been inducted, honouring the pioneers, the visionaries and the great players and coaches.
