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During a game of football on an autumn day in the year 1823, on a ground called the Close at Rugby School, one William Webb Ellis, a sixteen year old pupil of the school, with a fine disregard of the rules....first took the ball in his arms and ran with it, and so began the modern version of this major world sport. Until you've been to Rugby, it's hard to imagine that the world-wide sport of rugby

football took its name from our bustling market town. When you're here next to the hallowed ground where the game began, the atmospheric surroundings of Rugby School will transport you back to the day in 1823 when William Webb Ellis changed the game forever. If you're a true fan of the game, a trip to Rugby can become a pilgrimage as you find yourself delving into the origins of the sport, the history of the players and the uniqueness of the town's connections. This will be an experience you'll treasure throughout life; after all, where else can you stand next to the spot where a worldwide phenomenon was born?

15/11/2024

The Nutcracker Ballet is showing from 6-8 December at the Macready Theatre

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14/11/2024

The Rugby Calendar Photographic exhibition on show at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum has been extended until Tuesday 19th November. Last chance to come and see the work of incredibly talented local photographers.

Gillian Taylor was the overall winner chosen by public vote this year, with a wintery Oxford canal photo. Congratulations to Gillian and all other winners and participants.

Copies of the 2025 Rugby Calendar are on sale at Rugby Visitor Centre.

With thanks to our sponsors Max Spielmann Rugby First Waterside at Draycote Water Macready Theatre

14/11/2024

Join us for some seasonal shopping, festive food and drink at Rugby Christmas Market on Sunday 1 December in Caldecott Park and Evreux Way 11:00 - 15:00.

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14/11/2024

The market is on every Friday and Saturday in Market Place 09:00 to 16:00.

For more information visit the website: https://www.therugbytown.co.uk/market

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13/11/2024

Santa's Christmas Cracker is on Sunday 15 December at the BENN Hall Various performance times available.

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12/11/2024

Rugby Town Centre Christmas light switch-on takes place Sunday 17 November from 12:00 - 18:00 in Rugby town Centre. Watch as local Olympians Kimberley Woods, Chelsie Giles and Lauren Henry turn on the lights, listen to live music, enjoy a wide range of street food, stalls, children's entertainment and a funfair.

For more information and more events in The Rugby Town visit https://www.therugbytown.co.uk/what-s-on

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11/11/2024

Manford's comedy club is on Saturday 23 November at 19:00 at the Macready Theatre

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08/11/2024

Don’t miss out on seeing this great exhibition at Rugby Art Gallery and museum Tomorrow. See details in the post below.

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Happening tomorrow: A World of Fire and Ice closing party!

Join us from 1pm-4pm to enjoy this captivating exhibition and meet the artist behind the work, Gina Glover. Mingle with fellow art enthusiasts as you immerse yourself in this wonderful display of photography and sculpture.

FREE, drop-in event - no booking required.
We look forward to seeing you!

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08/11/2024

Climate Cafe is on Saturday 9 November from 10:00 - 14:00 at the BENN Hall .

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28/10/2024

Just one hour left to pick up your FREE pumpkin in market place.

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28/10/2024

The Pumpkin Patch is today in Market Place at 10:00 – 14:00. Have you completed the Halloween Trail? If so, redeem your trail map and collect your free pumpkin.

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27/10/2024

The Pumpkin Patch is in Market Place on Monday 28 October from 10:00 – 14:00. Have you completed the Halloween Trail? If so, redeem your trail map and collect your free pumpkin.

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25/10/2024

The Rugby Calendar Photographic Competition entries are now on display in the Balcony Gallery at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum. Come and see the works of some incredibly talented local photographers.

Help us choose the overall winner and the best Under 18 entry by casting your vote when you visit. Voting closes on 31st October.

The exhibition is open until Saturday 9th November and the 2025 Rugby Calendar is now on sale at the Visitor Centre.

With thanks to our sponsors Macready Theatre Max Spielmann Waterside at Draycote Water Rugby First

25/10/2024

The Halloween trail starts today. Call into Rugby Visitor Centre to collect your trail map. Find all 10 monsters and write their names on the trail map.

If you’d like to collect a free pumpkin for completing the trail, hand your trail map in on Monday 28 at the pumpkin patch in Market Place.

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24/10/2024

The Halloween trail starts tomorrow. Call into Rugby Visitor Centre to collect your trail map. Find all 10 monsters and write their names on the trail map.

If you’d like to collect a free pumpkin for completing the trail, hand your trail map in on Monday 28 October at the pumpkin patch in Market Place

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22/10/2024

Spark your creativity with a night of invention and excitement. Tinker with tech and discover scientific sensations, with fun for the whole family.

Book your tickets for Night at Your Museum now: https://www.therugbytown.co.uk/what-s-on -2b5243d0-0b9b-4f5c-95a2-ea4e05b58d88-event-m24tyzx5

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15/10/2024

Night at your museum is on 25 October with various times available Rugby Art Gallery and Museum

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Rugby Visitor Centre, Little Elborow Street
Rugby
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Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	1:30pm - 5pm
Thursday	1:30pm - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 5pm

Telephone

+441788533217

Website

http://www.therugbytown.co.uk/

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Have you visited the Rugby Open yet? With over 240 artworks on display from more than 140 local artists, it’s the perfect way to take a break from Christmas shopping. And, with many of the artworks up for sale you might even find that perfect gift for someone special. Drop in today or find out more at www.ragm.co.uk/open23 #therugbytown #christmasinrugby #whatsoninrugby Rugby First Warwickshire Towns Network Followers Mayor of Rugby Wolston and the Lawfords Councillors

Some of the beautiful Christmas stalls In Caldecott park today.

The Spooky Witches and Wizards Activity Day has began at the Benn Hall, Rugby. The RBC Play Rangers have cast their magic, bringing an action packed Halloween day to The Rugby Town.

A lovely selection of stalls at Rugby market this afternoon. More information at https://www.therugbytown.co.uk/info/2/shopping/10008/market #therugbytown

It’s the closing night of the outdoor cinema and we have a great crowd for Top Gun Maverick. Thank you to everyone that has attended, we’ve had a fantastic few days. The beach returns to The Rugby Town on 21 August. Find out more here: www.therugbytown.co.uk/summertime #therugbytown #rugby200 #rugbysummertime Rugby First Rugby Town Centre Independents Rugby Borough Council Houlton Rugby Mayor of Rugby Wolston and the Lawfords Councillors HighRise Projections mobile screen hire Really Awesome Coffee - Rugby The Lovely Pizzeria

Attention people of Rugby. A group of monkeys have just left Rugby Art Gallery and Museum and are on the loose playing rugby and causing mischief. #therugbytown #rugby200 Rugby First Rugby Borough Council Rugby Town Centre Independents Rugby School Oddle Entertainment Agency

Rugby town centre beach.

We've had a fantastic couple of days playing with the sand in Rugby town centre. Tomorrow is the last day, so please head to Market Place and have some fun. To find out more, please visit the website https://www.therugbytown.co.uk/summertime #Rugbysummertime

Play the Jubilee trail in Rugby town centre, beginning at the visitor centre. More information can be found at: https://highstreetsafari.com/locations/jubilee-rugby

FREE family fun in Rugby this Christmas

For a special family treat this Christmas visit Rugby Art Gallery & Museum's Brick by Brick exhibition. On now until 22 January. Then, take a tour of The Rugby Town to see the Snowman™ and Snowdog Trail, on until 3 January. Find out more at www.ragm.co.uk Rugby First Shakespeare's England Rugby Central The Nest, Rugby

Rugby Summertime

Everyone can enjoy FREE family entertainment in The Rugby Town this summer. Find out more at www.therugbytown.co.uk/summertime Shakespeare's England Rugby Town Centre Independents Rugby Central