There is nothing quite like the excitement of going on tour. It is a chance to play rugby somewhere new, spend time with teammates away from the usual training environment and create memories that will last long after the final whistle. But what if you could take that experience one step further? Our Gallagher Prem Weekends 2027 combine the excitement of a live Premiership Rugby match with a competitive local rugby fixture and plenty of opportunities for team bonding, activities and fun. The result is a rugby tour that offers something for players, coaches and families alike.
Watch Rugby at the Highest Level
One of the biggest attractions of a Premiership Rugby Weekend is the opportunity to watch professional rugby live. For young players, seeing Premiership stars in action can be a fantastic experience. They can watch the intensity, skill, speed and physicality of top-level rugby from the stands while soaking up the atmosphere of a professional matchday. It can also provide inspiration for the next generation of players. Watching professional rugby together gives teams something to talk about, learn from and enjoy as a group. And, of course, there is nothing quite like the excitement of a live rugby match! There is also the opportunity at a selection of clubs to take part in a match day experience prior to the big game.
Play Your Own Tour Fixture
While watching professional rugby is a major highlight, the players still get to take center stage themselves. Our Premiership Rugby Tour packages include the opportunity to play a competitive fixture against a local rugby club. This gives touring teams the chance to experience a different style of rugby, meet new players and test themselves against opposition they may not normally face. For many teams, playing against a new club is one of the most enjoyable parts of touring. It provides a competitive challenge while also encouraging players to make new friends and experience the welcoming nature of grassroots rugby. As one Burleigh Travel customer commented after their Premiership Experience tour, “the weekend included a Premiership match followed by a local tournament, with the rugby played in exactly the spirit you would hope for on tour”.
More Than Just Rugby
A successful rugby tour isn’t all about what happens on the pitch. One of the great benefits of getting a team away together is the opportunity to strengthen friendships and team spirit away from their normal surroundings. Shared activities, meals and time together can help players build confidence, develop relationships and create memories as a group. That is why our Premiership Experiences are designed to include more than simply a match and a fixture. Whether it is taking part in an activity, exploring the local area or simply enjoying some downtime together, there is plenty of opportunity for players to relax and have fun between rugby commitments.
Whether basing yourselves at a sports and activity hotel, such as our Exeter option, which has a host of activities, such as Archery, Golf, padel and bowling or organising a local activity, such as High Ropes, Paint Balling, Escape Room experiences, there is something for everyone.
Perfect for Junior Rugby Teams
Our Premiership Experiences are available for junior teams from U7 through to U18, making them a great option for clubs looking for something different from a traditional rugby festival. They can also be particularly useful for clubs looking to tour earlier in the season, before the busy end-of-season period and exam dates and there are numerous dates on offer to suit everyone. For coaches and tour organisers, it means you can put together an exciting weekend without having to organise every element yourself. For players, it means rugby, activities, a professional match and plenty of time with their teammates. For parents and supporters, it means being part of a memorable weekend supporting their young players.
Choose Your Premiership Rugby Destination For 2027
Burleigh Travel is offering Premiership Experiences in a number of rugby locations, including Gloucestershire, Leicester, Bristol, Northampton and Exeter. Each destination offers the opportunity to experience professional Premiership Rugby alongside your own rugby fixture and tour activities, creating a different experience depending on the club and location you choose.
Girls Prem Rugby Experiences
There are also Girls Premiership Experiences, providing opportunities for U12–U18 girls’ teams to enjoy the same combination of professional rugby, watching a PWR game, competitive fixtures and teambuilding experiences. Build Memories On and Off the Pitch. Ultimately, that is what a rugby tour should be about. Of course, winning games and playing good rugby are important. But the memories players take away from a tour often come from the moments in between — travelling together, laughing with teammates, meeting another club, watching professional rugby and enjoying an experience that is different from a normal weekend.
Stay, Play & Watch
A Gallagher Premiership or a Premiership Womens Rugby Tour brings all of those elements together in one action-packed weekend. Live Premiership Rugby. Your own competitive fixture. Team activities. New experiences. Lasting memories. That is what makes our Prem Weekends 2027 such an exciting option for boys and girls junior rugby clubs. If your team is looking for a rugby tour with a difference, why not combine a live Premiership Rugby match with your own rugby fixture and activities? Contact Burleigh Travel today to find out more about our Premiership Rugby Tour packages and start planning your 2027 rugby weekend.
