Come for the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2017

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The power. The bruising. The passion. Player or intrepid spectator, rugby has to be one of the most exciting sports to watch. Technicalities aside, it’s exceedingly fast paced and filled with a large degree of suspended belief that bodies can remain upright under such fierce pressure.

Womens Rugby World Cup 2017

You can probably tell that here in the island of Ireland, we love our rugby. We love it so much that we’re hosting the phenomenal Women’s Rugby World Cup 2017 in Dublin and Belfast – with pool stages kicking off on August 9, 2017, in Dublin, and the finals being played in Belfast between August 22-26.

Women's Rugby World Cup 2017, Ireland

While there’s bound to be rip-roaring action from the 12 international squads – who play as hard and as fast as their male counterparts – the pitch-side support from the people of Ireland and travelling fans will be solid as an unshakeable scrum. Prepare for the cheers, tears, and rapturous awe at the sheer physicality of it all.

And while the athletes recover or prep for a game, you can explore Dublin and Belfast – and what lies on their doorsteps. So, here’s a little taster of what’s waiting for you outside the stadia…

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Dublin's fair city

Dublin's fair city

This easily walkable city buzzes with excitement whenever rugby – and its fans – come to town. Its pubs, cafés and restaurants fill with chatter about rucks, scrums and dubious forward passes. And the fans are as friendly here as they’re renowned for being when they travel overseas. So while you’re sampling our 100,000 welcomes, feast on Dublin’s traditional treats, musical heritage – U2, anyone? – pretty coastal villages and the wordsmiths who made this a UNESCO City of Literature heritage.

Belfast turns on the charm

Belfast turns on the charm

When the finalists pack their bags for Belfast, they’ll be heading two hours up the road from Dublin to a city that knows how to charm. But be warned, it also knows how to WOW. Experience the hometown of the Ship of Dreams at Titanic Belfast. Follow your senses and indulge in the fine artisan produce at St George’s Market. Pick up a Black Taxi Tour and discover the murals that tell the story of the city’s past; and see views from on high at Cave Hill Country Park.
Get your tickets!

Get your tickets!

Just so you know what to expect when you come here, you can start by imagining an army of green jerseys cheering for Ireland. And then that same army wrapping its arms around visiting fans so they can absorb some home advantage. Picture cities, towns and villages around the island erupting with joy for whichever team touches the try line. And feel a tingle down your spine with an atmosphere so welcoming, you’ll never want to leave. All you have to do now is book those tickets and get your game voice on!

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