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The Chilcott Way: How to Get the Most Out of Your Italy Rugby Tour

There is a very good reason why Rome is almost always the first away trip to sell out in a Six Nations year. It isn’t just about the 80 minutes of rugby; it’s about the Dolce Vita. Swapping the unpredictable, often freezing drizzle of a British February or March for the crisp, bright spring sunshine…

Eiffel Tower at sunset near Seine River

The Ultimate Guide to Match-Day Cities: Dublin, Edinburgh, Rome & Paris – Which Rugby Trip is Right for You?

The Six Nations is unlike any other tournament in the world. It isn’t just about 80 minutes of rugby; it’s about the 48 hours that surround it. It’s the late-night debates in a crowded pub, the spine-tingling anthems that echo around historic stadiums, and the camaraderie of thousands of fans descending on a foreign capital.…

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Beyond the Boundary: Why a Cricket Tour to South Africa is More Than Just the Game

It’s a familiar feeling for any cricket fan. You are sitting at home in the UK, the January rain is lashing against the window, the sky is a flat grey, and the heating is fighting a losing battle against the damp. You turn on the TV, and suddenly, your living room is filled with light.…

5 Bucket-List Sporting Events You Need to Book in 2026

Happy New Year! If you are anything like us, the first week of January is spent doing two things: recovering from the festive season’s excesses and, more importantly, planning where 2026 is going to take us. We all make resolutions to travel more, to be more adventurous, or to finally tick off those “one day”…

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Rugby Without Borders: Club Rugby touring returns from the US to the UK!

After a period of disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, international rugby touring is back with real momentum, and that includes clubs and teams from the United States heading across the Atlantic to the UK once again. Before the pandemic, trans-Atlantic touring was a little known but cherished tradition in the rugby community. Clubs of…

Brad Tucker #5 of Rugby New York receives a line-out during the first half against the Utah Warriors at Memorial Field on June 18, 2023 in Mount Vernon, New York.

Rugby Tours to the UK from the USA: A Journey of Sport, Culture, and Friendship

Travel, Accommodation and Logistics Taking your team on a rugby tour to the UK offers a unique chance to develop skills, confidence, and cultural understanding. As the birthplace of the sport, the UK provides competitive fixtures, professional coaching, and unforgettable sightseeing opportunities. Whether you coach a school, college, or club side, our tours are designed…

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England Cricket Tour to South Africa

A Cricket Tour Like No Other South Africa 2026/27 South Africa and England share one of cricket’s great rivalries — hard-fought Test matches, iconic venues, and crowds that bring the game to life. In December 2026 – January 2027, England return to South Africa, and you can be part of the journey. This tour promises…

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Rugby, Cricket, Racing, Football? The choice is yours for Sports Tours in 2025 and beyond!

If you’re passionate about travel and experiencing top-tier sporting events live, we’ve got you covered. Here are just a few of the exciting sporting occasions coming up.

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Ashes Cricket Tour 2025/26: Schedule and Key Dates

Ashes Cricket Tour 2025/26 Schedule Cricket fans, mark your calendars! The much-anticipated Ashes Tour 2025/26 between England and Australia is just around the corner. As one of the most iconic rivalries in sport, the Ashes series never fails to deliver thrilling moments, intense competition, and a showcase of top-tier cricketing talent. This time, the series…

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Introducing Venatour Cricket Tours 2024 – 2027 Embark on a cricketing adventure like no other with Venatour, where our tours blend the best of English cricket with exploration of incredible destinations worldwide. Our cricket tour packages are carefully crafted to cater to every cricket enthusiast’s desires, ensuring that each aspect of your journey is tailored…

Alister Strahan, Managing Director of Venatour Sports Travel welcoming James Ellwood of US Sports Travel to the Venatour family and announcing the creation of Venatour USA.

Introducing Venatour USA

Introducing Venatour USA We are thrilled to announce the merger of US Sports Travel into the Venatour Sports Travel brand, creating Venatour USA! Venatour has been creating and delivering supporter, school, and sports tours to and from the UK for over a decade. With the acquisition of US Sports Travel, we look forward to expanding…

Our 'Red Dragon Tour' enjoying the first three pool games of RWC2023 with our partner company Strachan Sports Travel. It was a roaring success with lots of new friends being made and experiences shared.

Rugby World Cup 2023 Red Dragon Tour

Rugby World Cup 2023 Red Dragon Tour We specialise in proper rugby tours, and this was no exception! Our Red Dragon Tourists followed Wales for their first three pool games of the Rugby World Cup 2023 in France and was deemed a huge success by all of our guests. Jim and Lowry from our partner…

Venatour Sports Travel guests enjoying Cooch's Tavern as part of their Rugby World Cup 2023 package. Sean Holley, Shane Williams and Gareth Chilcott offer their thoughts along with a few stories.

Cooch’s Tavern at Hotel Casarose

RWC 2023 – Cooch’s Tavern Casarose Cooch is joined by Sean Holley and Shane Williams at the stunning Hotel Casarose to discuss the Rugby World Cup 2023, team selections, quarter finalists and potential World Cup winners in this stunning settling. Surrounded by Venatour guests, there are some thoughts and stories that you wouldn’t find anywhere…

Rugby stars and guests mingling at the Venatour Rugby World Cup launch evening in Cheltenham.

Rugby World Cup 2023 Launch Evening

Rugby World Cup 2023 Launch Evening On September 1st this year, Cooch was joined by the fabulous line up of Sir Ian McGeechan, Shane Williams, Geordan Murphy and Dick Best along with our MC for the night, Sean Holley and Shane Williams at the stunning Hotel Casarose to discuss the Rugby World Cup 2023, team…

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WIN an unforgettable Arc trip to Paris

WIN an unforgettable Arc trip to Paris… An Arc trip like no other! We have teamed up with At The Races to offer you a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe at ParisLongchamp, with a stable visit and tour of the world-famous Chantilly gallops, plus return travel and accommodation. This fantastic two-night…

Horses racing at Chantilly Racecourse

And we have a winner!

And we have a winner! Congratulations to ‘Jubish‘, on Twitter, for winning our competition to win a handmade pair of Fairfax & Favor Chantilly heels. We will be in touch with the winner directly to congratulate them and arrange delivery of their prize. Congratulations

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Win a pair of Fairfax & Favor Chantilly heels in time for Ascot

Win a pair of Fairfax & Favor Chantilly heels in time for Ascot The Venatour Racing Social competition to win a pair of Fairfax and Favor’s Chantilly heels is an exciting opportunity for horse racing enthusiasts and fashion lovers alike. By entering in this competition, you not only get a chance to own these exquisite…

A group of Venatour guests enjoying the cricket tour of the Caribbean.

Venatour’s Unparalleled West Indies Cricket Tours in December 2023

Uncover the Caribbean Cricket Extravaganza: Venatour’s Unparalleled West Indies Cricket Tours in December 2023 When it comes to combining the thrill of cricket with the allure of the Caribbean, few experiences can match the magic of attending a West Indies cricket tour. As December 2023 approaches, cricket enthusiasts worldwide are eagerly preparing for an extraordinary…

Some Venatour travellers aka the Lichfield Mob, enjoying the hospitality at Cooch's Tavern before the Ireland v England Six Nations clash in Dublin - March 2023

Dublin 2023 – Cooch’s Tavern

Dublin 2023 – Cooch’s Tavern The celebrations of St Patrick’s Day are carrying on here in Dublin. What an atmosphere and what a place! The selfie board is proving a hit with our guests at Cooch’s Tavern before we all head off to enjoy Ireland v England in their Six Nations clash at the Aviva…

The Cheltenham Gold Cup displayed at the Venatour Racing Social launch evening at Cheltenham's prestigious rooftop restaurant The Nook on Five.

Venatour Racing Social Launch

Unforgettable night at The Nook on Five as we launch Venatour Racing Social in style The anticipation was palpable as horse racing enthusiasts and industry professionals gathered at The Nook on Five in Cheltenham for an exclusive evening hosted by Venatour Sport Travel. Steeped in history and renowned for its prestigious events, Cheltenham was the…