Posted 21st Sep 2026

Save the date – Anniversary Games returning to The Rec on Wednesday 21st October 2026

A graphic promoting the University of Bath rugby matches at The Rec. The text reads: "Anniversary Games Double Header. Wednesday 21st October. The Rec, Bath Rugby. Women's BUCS, Bath vs Hartpury, kick-off 17.00. Men's BUCS Super Rugby, Bath vs Cardiff Met, 19:45."

We’re celebrating the University of Baths 60th anniversary in style with not one but two Anniversary Games at The Rec – the city-centre home of Bath Rugby – on Wednesday 21st October 2026.

This year’s action kicks off at 5pm with a big BUCS Women’s Premier South derby between Bath and Hartpury, followed at 7.45pm by a Men’s BUCS Super Rugby showdown between reigning league champions Bath and cross-Severn rivals Cardiff Met.

There may be twice as much rugby to enjoy but tickets for the student sporting showpiece are once again free! Entry is by ticket only and registration links for students, staff and members of the public will be available from Monday 28th September 2026.

The Anniversary Games are sponsored by Colour Studios.

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