Rugby Pitch Collection

'The English Football Team in South Africa--The Last match at Cape Town, 1891, 1891. Creator: Unknown
'The English Football Team in South Africa--The Last match at Cape Town, 1891, 1891. From "The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper", Volume 44. July to December, 1891

Cadburys Cocoa, Strength and Staying Power, 1888. Creator: Unknown
Cadburys Cocoa, Strength and Staying Power, 1888. From, The Graphic. An Illustrated Weekly Newspaper Volume 38. July to December, 1888

Martin Offiah : Rugby League, August 1996. Plays for Bedford rugby club. Pictured holding rugby ball

Football Sketches, 1887. Scenes from rugby matches. A print from The Illustrated London News, 26th Febuary 1887

Irish national volunteers, Maryborough Corps of Nationalists, 1914
Irish national volunteers, Maryborough Corps of Nationalists, First World War, 1914. Illustration from The Great War by HW Wilson, Vol I, (London, 1914)

Jonathan Davies rugby league player for Warrington recently signed from Widnes

Jonathan Davies and Wales World Cup dream ends in defeat loosing to England 25 - 10 at the Old Trafford as he walks off the pitch

Jonathan Davies Rugby player for Widnes walking off pitch

Rugby pitch

Players on rugby pitch

Rugby player kicking ball into touch, dotted line marking progress

Illustration of a rugby pitch

Alastair Smallwood, England rugby winger 1925

William Crawford, Ireland rugby captain 1925

Southampton Trojans Rugby Team
Southampton Trojan Rugby Team action picture, 2 November 1961 Chichester Photographic Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref No: CPS 0887/3

Millennium Stadium, Cardiff, aerial view

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The rugby pitch, a hallowed ground where legends are made and history is written. Its origins shrouded in mystery, much like the secret recipe of Cadbury's Cocoa. With its strength and staying power, this sport has captivated hearts since 1888. In the late 19th century, football sketches from 1887 hinted at the birth of a new game that would soon become an integral part of British culture. Even the Irish national volunteers, Maryborough Corps of Nationalists in 1914 recognized the allure and camaraderie found on this sacred turf. Fast forward to August 1996 when Martin Offiah graced the rugby league with his exceptional skills while proudly representing Bedford Rugby Club. Another talented player emerged as Jonathan Davies joined Warrington after an impressive stint with Widnes. However, not all tales have happy endings. Jonathan Davies' World Cup dream came crashing down as Wales suffered defeat against England by a scoreline of 25-10 on that very same rugby pitch. As he walked off defeated but determined, his passion for the game remained unwavering. On any given day, players can be seen dotting the line marking their progress or kicking balls into touch amidst cheers from devoted fans. The energy pulsating through every blade of grass is palpable as warriors battle it out for glory. An illustration captures this essence perfectly - showcasing a sprawling rugby pitch where dreams are born and shattered alike. It serves as a reminder that within these white lines lies more than just a field; it symbolizes dedication, teamwork, and unyielding spirit. So next time you step foot onto a rugby pitch or witness players engaging in fierce competition under clear blue skies or pouring rain - remember its rich history dating back to unknown creators who first envisioned this magnificent spectacle we call rugby.