England's Red Roses overcame Canada 33-13 at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham to claim the Women's Rugby World Cup for the first time since 2014, with tries from Ellie Kildunne, Amy Cokayne, Alex Matthews (2) and Abbie Ward as well as eight points from the boot of Zoe Harrison sealing glory for the host nation.  


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Friday 03-10-2025. 15:30 - 17:00

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Rugby Fest (Boys and Girls)

Saturday 04-10-2025.  09:00 - 17:00

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Sunday 05-10-2025. 10:00 - 12:00

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Eccles RFC

M30 7LZ

U12s Girls Rugby Taster Session

Sunday 05-10-2025. 12:30 -13:30

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Eccles RFC

M30 7LZ

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Monday 06-10-2025.  13:00 - 15:00

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