York was selected as one of the host cities for 6 thrilling matches duriing the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup.
The 6 matches in York were:
- Canada v Fiji, Saturday 23 August
- New Zealand v Spain, Sunday 24 August
- USA v Australia, Saturday 30 August
- Italy v South Africa, Sunday 31 August
- USA v Samoa, Saturday 6 September
- Japan v Spain, Sunday 7 September 2025
These matches took place at York Community Stadium.
The Rugby World Cup final takes place on Saturday 27 September. For those interested in attending remaining fixtures, you can purchase tickets online.
Women’s and girls rugby in York
There are 3 rugby clubs for women and girls in York:
York RI RUFC
Website: https://yorkri.rfu.club
New Lane,York,
YO24 4NT
Training sessions:
- Tuesdays - adult women's training, 7.00pm to 8.30pm
- Wednesdays - adult mixed touch rugby, 6.45pm to 8.00pm
- Sundays - adult women's ad hoc training and games as well as junior mixed training at 9.30am to 10.30am
Read more about the York RI RUFC Women's Team
York RUFC
Website: www.yorkrufc.co.uk
Clifton Park,Shipton Road,
York,
YO30 5RE
Training sessions:
- Tuesdays - adult mixed touch rugby, 6.30pm to 7.30pm
- Wednesdays - adult women's training, 7.15pm to 8.30pm (free pizza after), as well as junior girls (under 12s to under 16s), 6.30pm to 7.30pm
- Thursdays - adult mixed touch rugby, 6.30pm to 7.30pm
- Sundays - adult women's games
Read more about the York RUFC Women's Team
Read more about the York RUFC Girl's Team
Nestle Rowntree RUFC
Website: nestlerowntreerufc.co.uk
White Rose Ave,New Earswick,
York YO32 4AG
Nestle Rowntree RUFC have launched their junior section, starting with a Girls U14 Team.
Strive 25 - T1 rugby sessions
The main goal of Strive 25 - T1 Rugby programme is to increase the involvement of girls and women in rugby, during and after the esteemed World Cup tournament.
We aspire to engage individuals who may not have previously viewed rugby as a suitable sport for themselves, particularly focusing on beginners and those returning to the game.
Our commitment lies in creating an atmosphere filled with fun, fitness, and friendship.
Free sessions across the city:
- Mondays from 7.30pm to 8.00pm - York Sports Club (York RUFC), Clifton Park, Shipton Road, YO30 5RE
- Wednesdays from 6.00pm to 7.00pm - New Earswick Rec, Hawthorn Terrace, YO32 4BL
- Fridays from 10.00am to 11.00am - Rowntree Park by Millennium Bridge, Butcher Terrace, York, YO23 1LS