Twickenham is the home of England rugby and also the World Rugby Museum - home to the finest collection of rugby memorabilia in the world. The Museum opened in 1996 and takes visitors through the history of the sport from its origins to the present day.

More than just a collection of interesting artefacts, the World Rugby Museum is an inspirational journey through the history of the ultimate team game. Innovative, interactive exhibits bring to life some of the great moments of the international game. Reconstructions of days gone by; the sights, sounds and even smells of rugby football appear throughout. Action-packed films show footage of rugby matches from the very earliest right up to the present day. You can even test your strength on the formidable scrum machine!

From the casual observer to the fanatic, the Museum appeals to all.

The World Rugby Museum also operates high quality Stadium Tours. The tour takes you behind the scenes to visit the most exciting and prestigious parts of Twickenham Stadium. Our team of tour guides are all experts in the field of rugby and have detailed knowledge of the stadium and its history.

The World Rugby Museum's governing body is the Rugby Football Foundation. The Rugby Football Foundation is a Charitable Trust established by the Rugby Football Union. The purpose of the Rugby Football Foundation is to operate the World Rugby Museum and to promote and develop community amateur rugby in England.

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