Rugby (pop. 83,400) is located 28mi/45km southeast of Birmingham on the Avon. It is the site of the Rugby School founded in 1567 where the game of rugby was invented.
High Street and Sheep Street are the main shopping streets around the Clock Tower in Rugby. St Andrew's Church was expanded and re-built in the 19th century.
At the James Gilbert Rugby Museum in Rugby (where the sport was invented), visitors can watch craftsmen making a leather rugby ball. Rugby memorabilia from William Webb Ellis onwards is on display.
Address: James Gilbert Rugby Museum, 5 St Mathews Street, Rugby CV21 3BY, England
Hours:
9am-5pm; Closed: Sun
Disability Access: Full facilities for persons with disabilities.
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