The Capitals Cup Edinburgh Rugby Tournament

The Capitals Cup Rugby Tournament in Edinburgh is our flagship youth rugby tournament in Scotland for under 16 and under 17/18 (Colts) rugby teams. Edinburgh is a brilliant host city for a rugby tour with plenty of sport and activities to entertain parents and youngsters alike. Tours 4 Sport have been organising youth rugby tours to Edinburgh for many years so you know you'll be well looked after at the tournament and in the city. The rugby tournament matches are held at one of the oldest rugby clubs in Scotland where the first ever Calcutta Cup match between England and Scotland was played.

With a total maximum of 10 teams per tournament, places are limited and sell out quickly so book your place for The Capitals Cup Edinburgh Rugby Tournament.

Read more information on our rugby tour blog here: Edinburgh Youth Rugby Tournament

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Tournament Age Groups

Under 16s and Under 17's/18's (Colts)

Tournament Dates

Easter Weekend - Firday 6th - Monday 9th April 2012

What's Included in the tour?

• Executive coach travel from your preferred pick up point. Coach has DVD player, toilet, seat belts and will stay with the group for the duration of the tour.
• Bed and Breakfast in modern budget accommodation in Edinburgh city centre. En-suite rooms, bar and restaurant on site.
• Two day rugby tournament with group stages and finals.
• Full Rugby Kit and £500 Tour Voucher for the winning team.
• Presentation ceremony with prizes and trophies.
• A range of activities including stadium tours, match tickets, city tours and more.
• Full-time tournament staff on hand throughout your tour.
• Dedicated rugby tour manager to help with management and administration before departure.
• Payment protection.

The Rugby Tournament

The U16 and U18 tournament will take place at Edinburgh Academicals RFC - the host of the first ever Calcutta Cup match. A maximum of 8 teams per age category will compete in two groups of four teams. Day one will see each side in the group play each other to establish league standings. Full XV a side games will be played in 2 x 15 minute halves.

The top half of the league standings will come together on Day 2 to compete for the Capitals Cup through semi finals and final. The teams in the bottom half of the league standings will follow the same format to determine the Plate winners. Hosts Edinburgh Academicals will strive to retain their title, having defeated Newport Saracens in a pulsating final infront of a packed stand in 2009.

Tournament Hospitality

Group leaders are invited to a meeting on Friday evening to confirm tournament format and regulations. The Tournament Draw will then be made. The Tournament will be officially opened at Raeburn Place (home of the Accies) on the Saturday morning.

During the Rugby on both days, the host club will stage an excellent BBQ and stock the bar high with drinks and refreshments. The Tournament will culminate with an awards ceremony and party at Edinburgh Academicals RFC. The winning captains will be presented with the trophies and prizes. All guests will be entertained by live music, drinks and food

Tournament Itinerary

FRIDAY
Teams transported to Edinburgh city centre
Check into excellent accommodation
Team Leaders’ meeting and Tournament draw
Optional excursions available
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SATURDAY
Full Scottish Breakfast
Teams transferred to Tournament Venue
Group games commence
BBQ and bar open All-Day
Evening transfer to accommodation
Free Evening to explore Scotland’s capital city
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SUNDAY
Full Scottish Breakfast
Teams transferred to Tournament Venue
Finals’ day
Tournament presentation, party and
awards ceremony
Special guests, live music, food, drinks
Return to accommodation
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MONDAY
Full Scottish Breakfast
Check-Out of the accommodation
Transfer home

Accommodation in Edinburgh

We offer a good range of tournament accommodation in the city centre. This accommodation is normally comfortable hostels within easy walking distance of the city centre.

Travel

On Day One of the tour, you will be met at your home club by one of our Executive Coaches. Your friendly driver will welcome you aboard and transport you to Edinburgh. Coaches are fitted with Air-Conditioning, an onboard toilet and a DVD/Video facility. Your coach will be available throughout the weekend to transfer you to the Tournament Venues, before taking you home on Easter Monday.

There are also flights into Edinburgh from all major UK and European airports. We can organise a ground package for you with local coach transfers once you land in Edinburgh. Contact us for more details.

Optional Activities

• Stadium Tour of Murrayfield
• City Tour of Edinburgh by foot or bus
• Ghost Tour of Edinburgh
• Bowling
• Karting
• and more....

Testimonials

All of our party were really impressed. Thanks again",
PC, Guisborough RFC (UK)

"I would happily recommend Tours 4 organised events",
DB, Suttonians RFC (Ire)

"Thanks again for a fantastic festival of rugby",
NH, Lincoln RFC

"Really enjoyed the tournament",
DA, Newport Saracens

"An excellent tour was had by all",
AT, Darlington RFC

"What a final. The lads are ecstatic to have played in front of such a big local crowd",
AW, Edinburgh Bats RFC

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