Visitor Centre

Modern curved brick and glass building of Rugby Art Gallery, Museum and Library
Park bandstand with a tiled roof surrounded by mature green trees

Rugby Visitor Centre

Our team are here to help

Rugby Visitor Centre has all the information you need to make your visit to the birthplace of the game one to remember.

We aim to offer a friendly, welcoming and fully accessible experience for everyone.

Located in the foyer of Rugby Art Gallery and Museum, we aim to offer a friendly, welcoming and fully accessible experience for everyone. Our team can help you plan your visit, provide local information and assist with booking tours and attractions across the town. 

Modern honeycomb and bee sculptures outside a stone church

Visit us

We have a well-stocked shop with souvenirs of the town, the game and gift ideas themed around the exhibitions at Rugby Art Gallery and Museum.

We are located in the heart of town, in the foyer of Rugby Art Gallery, Museum and Library. Our helpful team can help you plan your visit and make the most of your day in Rugby.

Opening times

Tuesday to Friday: 10:00 - 17:00 Saturday: 10:00 - 16:00 Sunday and Monday: Closed

Contact us

Telephone: (01788) 533217 Email: [email protected]

Guide in a boater hat leading a group of visitors on a walk through the pedestrianised town centre

Visitor experiences

Rugby Visitor Centre coordinate a range of visitor experiences, including award-winning Rugby Town Tours. These free guided walking tours take visitors on a journey throughout the town centre, exploring landmarks including the William Webb Ellis statue, the Webb Ellis Rugby Football Museum and many other historic sites. 

Whether you’re a rugby fan, local history enthusiast or simply wish to explore the town and its heritage, Rugby Visitor Centre provide the perfect starting points for discovering the stories behind the birthplace of the game.

What we offer

Maps & guides

Free town centre maps, heritage trail guides and event flyers — all available to take away.

Maps & guides

Local knowledge

Our team lives and works in Rugby — ask us anything from where to eat to what's on this weekend.

Things to do

What's on

Pick up a copy of the latest event flyers or festival programmes to find out what's on. You can also browse the full calendar on our what's on pages.

Calendar

Accessible Space

You can access the visitor centre via a pedestrian ramp. An accessible toilet and lift is available onsite. Assistance dogs are also welcome.

Accessible Rugby
Get in touch

Stuck for ideas?
Drop us a line.

Our visitor team lives, works and plays here — ask anything from "best Sunday roast" to "where can I watch the game?" and we'll point you in the right direction.

Email
[email protected]
Call
01788 533 217
Visit
Little Elborow St, Rugby, CV21 3BZ
Opening times
Tue–Fri 10am–5pm
Sat 10am–4pm
Sun & Mon closed

Credits

Images courtesy of Visit Warwickshire, helping bring the county's stories to life. Explore itineraries and inspiration for things to do at visit.warwickshire.gov.uk.