Red Roses announce World Cup celebrations as fans given chance to ‘be part of a huge moment in sporting history’

The Red Roses will celebrate their historic home Women’s Rugby World Cup triumph with a public event in central London later today (Sunday, September 28). 

The event, dubbed the ‘Champions Party’, will take place at North Park along the riverside area of Battersea Power Station from 14:00, and is free to attend for all fans.

It will also be aired live on BBC 1 from 15:00 and streamed via the England Rugby YouTube Channel.

‘Be part of a huge moment in sporting history’

As part of the festivities, there will be a DJ playing live music and event host entertainment from 14:00, before the victorious Red Roses arrive at the Power Station for a series of celebration moments, interviews and a special trophy lift.

The players will also walk through the crowd to meet with fans, before departing. There will still be live music until 16:30.

Commenting on the event, RFU CEO, Bill Sweeney, said: “We are so proud of our world champion Red Roses for their historic win in the Women’s Rugby World Cup final. To achieve this in England and at Allianz Stadium, the home of England Rugby, makes this victory even more rewarding. Our congratulations go to entire playing squad and management team on this monumental achievement.

“We can’t thank fans, across the country, enough for their support of the Red Roses during the tournament – it’s been phenomenal.

“The Champions Party not only gives the nation the chance to pay tribute to the team, whether in person, online or on television, but also to be part of a huge moment in sporting history.”

Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport, Lisa Nandy, added: “The Red Roses’ World Cup incredible victory on home soil has filled our nation with pride. They have showcased incredible talent, relentless determination and inspirational teamwork to become an unstoppable force.

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“We are thrilled to support the public celebration of this momentous achievement, giving fans across the country the opportunity to honour these exceptional athletes who have inspired the country during this tournament. But this must be just the beginning. Together with the RFU, we are investing millions of pounds in the Impact ’25 programme, ensuring more women and girls than ever before have the chance to give rugby a try at their local clubs.

“Women’s sport is going from strength to strength and we are determined that it continues to thrive, from grassroots to elite level.”

Also commenting, Andria Vidler, Chief Executive of Allwyn operator of The National Lottery, said: “What an inspiring performance from the Red Roses and a fitting climax to the most amazing summer for women’s sport. Through playing The National Lottery the public have been backing women’s rugby and the Red Roses for over 20 years and it’s all because of them that over £6b has been raised for grassroots sport. Therefore, we are delighted to be able to support this historic event so the public get another chance to celebrate alongside their World Champions.”

Event-goers are advised to use public transport due to limited on-site parking, allow extra time and check their travel at tfl.gov.uk and nationalrail.co.uk. Details about transport to the event can also be found here.

RugbyFest details

Following the World Cup celebrations, the Red Roses will also undertake a tour of grassroots clubs between October 3-6, with the entire squad heading on the road to host numerous events at different clubs up and down the country.

RugbyFest is part of Impact ’25, the tournament’s legacy programme that is funded by the Government and supported by The National Lottery. Anyone wanting to find a club taking part should check out www.findrugby.com.

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