Players from the France Women’s Rugby World Cup squad will be attending a free family fun day in Exeter later this month.
Family Fun on the Quay takes place on Thursday 28 August, between 1pm and 4pm, with a whole host of live entertainment and family-friendly activities.
The addition of the players from the France international team is another great reason to pop along to the event, which has been organised to celebrate the Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 coming to the city.
France will be kicking off its WRWC campaign with a match against Italy at Sandy Park on Saturday 23 August, kick off 8.15pm. For tickets head
There will be be a chance to cheer on the Exeter Chiefs Women and players from Exeter Saracens, Topsham RFC and Exeter Athletic, as they take to the water for some thrilling dragon boat racing.
There’ll also be a chance for fans to take photos, get autographs and interact with the players. For those wanting to get active there’ll be a chance to have a go at friendly, fun T1 rugby sessions and find out about the Strive 25 programme taking place across the city.
There’ll be face painting, live music and dance, theatrical performances from Nuts & Volts, and a chance to dress up and have fun with the Royal Albert Memorial Museum (RAMM).
There’ll also be a Chiefs Merchandise Trailer and rugby gear and fan merchandise available to purchase.
The Women’s Rugby World Cup starts on 22 August, with Exeter as one of eight host cities. Sandy Park will be hosting seven games, including two quarter-finals. As a result, the city will welcome players and fans from nine countries as Exeter is put on the international stage.
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