World Rugby Museum

The World Rugby Museum is a sports museum located at Twickenham Stadium in London that houses a large collection of rugby objects. The collection includes jerseys, boots, balls, match tickets, and photographs spanning different periods of competition around the world.

The museum was founded in the 1980s and initially known as the Museum of Rugby before receiving its current name in 2007. The name change reflected an expansion of focus to rugby as a global sport.

The museum displays how rugby has connected people across different nations and cultures throughout its history. Visitors can see how the sport has held meaning for communities and shaped traditions around the world.

The museum is located in the South Stand of the stadium and accessible on most days of the week. Visitors can find parking near the venue, and the location is well served by public transportation.

The museum preserves rare objects from the early days of rugby, including the original rules from the 19th century and a jersey from the beginning of international play. These items show how the sport evolved from its origins to the present day.

Location: London Borough of Richmond upon Thames

Inception: 1982

Founders: Rugby Football Union

Architects: Mather & Co

Official opening: 1996

Part of: Twickenham Stadium

Address: Whitton Road, Twickenham TW2 7BA

Email: museum@rfu.com

Website: http://worldrugbymuseum.com

GPS coordinates: 51.45580,-0.33861

Latest update: December 12, 2025 14:25