This is not uncompromising competition but rather the means of cementing friendships and enjoying the company of some of life's most unforgettable characters on and off the field.

Rugby has created an exceptional global fraternity and this is happily inherent in the Golden Oldies movement. It is 'grassroots footy' and traditional rugby friendship for those 35 years and over.

World Festivals are held every two years in some of the best tourism, sporting and lifestyle destinations. They provide the opportunity to visit places that many may only have seen on television before. South Africa, England, France, Ireland, Australia, USA and New Zealand have all experienced the 'Fun, Friendship and Fraternity' a Rugby Festival brings with it.

The next World Festival is being held in Edinburgh, the inspiring capital city of Scotland with its strong Rugby heritage and reputation for also being Europe's festival capital. It's a city that knows how to party and how to put on a great show.

For more information click on the Festival information headings to the left of this page.

For answers to questions about Golden Oldies we invite you to contact the World Secretariat:

Golden Oldies World Rugby Secretariat
PO Box 6463, Wellesley Street
Auckland, New Zealand
Tel: +64 9 366 2783
Fax: +64 9 366 3330
Email: rugby@goldenoldiessports.com