This Saturday, the 2024 Rugby Six Nations tournament kicks off, and we are here to help you find the perfect spot to catch the action.

The Guinness Six Nations Rugby Championships, featuring England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales, was founded in 1882 and is is an annual international men's rugby union competition beloved by players, fans, and Guinness drinkers alike.

Much to the delight of many Rutland-based fans, the squad contains a number of Leicester Tigers players, including Ollie Chessum, Dan Cole, Joe Heyes, and Freddie Steward.

Leicester Tigers is the local club for may Rutland rugby fans. Image credit: Nub News.

The first games of the tournament will take place this weekend, beginning on Friday 2 February 2024:

Friday will see France face off against Ireland at 8pm.

On Saturday 3 February, England will face Italy at 2:15pm, while Wales will be up against Scotland at 4:45pm.

Whether you play or follow the game, rugby fans across Rutland can watch the Six Nations at a range of venues across the county:

Enjoy a cold beer, Guinness or soft drink at The Crown Tavern, Crown Walk, Oakham, LE15 8BZ. 

Call Lindsay on 07769 680641 to book a table. 

Alternatively, Bill's Bar on Oakham High Street and The Grainstore by Oakham Station, Station Approach also show games.

The Plough in Greetham and Greetham Community Centre will also be screening the upcoming tournament, as well as The Lord Nelson in Oakham Market Place.

Get in touch via [email protected] to share your own screenings of Saturday's matches, or to let us know about any upcoming events that you would like to share for FREE on our What's On page.