George ‘Doddie’ Weir has been preparing to receive the esteemed Edinburgh Award 2018. Continue reading Rugby giant Doddie gets set for Edinburgh Award
Tag: rugby union
Fan Power!
- Fans at the Wales v Scotland match will burn enough energy to power an electric car from Glasgow to Fort William
- A rendition of Flower of Scotland will burn enough energy to power a TV for nearly half an hour
- Scottish Gas research looks at how many calories fans watching the rugby match would use and the equivalent energy output
The future’s burnt orange for Edinburgh Rugby
Edinburgh Rugby has launched a new brand identity that it feels better reflects the city’s long and proud rugby heritage, whilst signalling a new chapter for the club in the modern game. Continue reading The future’s burnt orange for Edinburgh Rugby
Scottish Rugby announces plans for new stadium in grounds of BT Murrayfield
Scottish Rugby has announced it has applied for planning permission to install a new playing venue in the grounds of BT Murrayfield, which will have a capacity of up to 7,800. The development is intended to be the new home of Edinburgh Rugby and would be located on a section of land currently used as training pitches.
Continue reading Scottish Rugby announces plans for new stadium in grounds of BT Murrayfield
MSP congratulates Edinburgh Accies on promotion to top flight
Lothian MSP Miles Briggs has tabled a motion at Parliament congratulating Edinburgh Accies Rugby club on their promotion to the BT Premiership. Continue reading MSP congratulates Edinburgh Accies on promotion to top flight
Commsworld invest in next generation of city rugby stars
A top Edinburgh rugby club has secured much-needed sponsorship which will enable it to develop both its flourishing academy and talented first team. Boroughmuir Rugby Club has announced it’s to continue its fruitful partnership with Edinburgh-headquartered tech firm, Commsworld, as lead sponsor for the next five years. Continue reading Commsworld invest in next generation of city rugby stars
Fifteen Merchiston players pull on the international blue jersey
Merchiston Castle school had no less than FIFTEEN players, from Under 16 to full International level, competing in international rugby last weekend – that’s a full rugby union team! Continue reading Fifteen Merchiston players pull on the international blue jersey
Travel info for Six Nations fans
Rugby fans heading to watch Scotland in the Six Nations at BT Murrayfield Stadium this month are being advised to take note of traffic and travel information.