Celtic Challenge

The ultimate women’s cross-border rugby competition – A League which showcases the six best teams across Ireland, Scotland, and Wales as they compete to be crowned Celtic Challenge champions. Launched in 2023, this pioneering competition provides a vital platform for world-class talent and bridging the gap between domestic and international rugby. It represents a bold commitment to growing the women’s game across the Celtic nations.

Home Fixtures

Saturday 27 December 2025: v Glasgow Warriors, Hive Stadium, kick-off 12noon

Saturday 10 January 2026: v Wolfhounds, Hive Stadium, kick-off 3pm

Saturday 24 January 2026: v Gwalia Lightning, Hive Stadium, kick-off 1pm

Sunday 31 January 2026: v Brython Thunder, Hive Stadium, kick-off 3pm

Saturday 28 February 2026: v Clovers, Hive Stadium, kick-off 1pm

Match Tickets

  • Ticket Prices

    Match tickets are priced at £10 for Adults and £5 for Under 16s.

    Season Ticket Holders receive a discount, with tickets priced at £8.30 for Adults and £4.30 for Under 16s. Eligible supporters should log in to the account linked to their Season Ticket to have the discount automatically applied at checkout.

  • Ticket Delivery

    All tickets will be sent to your Scottish Rugby Ticketing App.

    MULTIPLE TICKETS

    If you have multiple match or season tickets within your app, we strongly advise you transfer the ticket(s) to the other people in your group before you arrive at Hive Stadium to ensure you all get into the stadium easily without any delays. Remember: Tickets held for U16s do not need to be transferred.

    HOW DO I TRANSFER TICKETS?

    If the person you want to send the ticket to is already a contact in your phone, ask them to download the Scottish Rugby Ticketing App. When they have done this, their name will appear in the app on your phone under the heading “My contacts with app”. You can now transfer the ticket to them. Find out more: How do I transfer a mobile ticket.

  • Stadium Map

Match Information

  • Getting to Hive Stadium

    We recommend using public transport to get to and from the games – keep reading below for more information on getting to Hive Stadium.

    BY TRAM

    Edinburgh Trams runs a fast, frequent service to the entrance of the stadium from locations such as Edinburgh Airport, Ingliston Park and Ride, Edinburgh Gateway and Haymarket. Alight from the Murrayfield Stop.

    Tickets must be purchased prior to boarding trams using the ticket vending machines at trams stops or on the Transport for Edinburgh App.

    More advice for travelling by tram

    BY BUS

    There are many bus services that run throughout the city with the following services passing close to the stadium:

    Lothian Buses:

    • 1, 2, 22, 30 at Westfield Road
    • 3, 25, 33, 38 at Gorgie Road
    • 12, 26, 31 at Corstorphine Road
    • Airlink: 100 at Corstorphine Road
    • First Bus: 21A, 22, 38, 38A at Corstorphine Road
    • Scottish Citylink: 900 at Corstorphine Road

    BY FOOT

    Hive Stadium is approximately a 45-minute walk from Edinburgh city centre and 20-minutes from Haymarket. From Princes Street head to Shandwick Place, which leads on to Atholl Place, then onto Haymarket Terrace. Continue and either turn left onto Roseburn Street at the Roseburn Bar (for the East/West Link) or continue and turn left onto Riversdale Crescent at the Murrayfield Bar (for the Ice Rink or Riversdale entrances).

    BY BIKE

    Bicycle parking is available at Edinburgh Rugby matches. Supporters arriving at the East/West Link will be advised to park their bikes at the tram stop. Please note, Edinburgh Rugby takes no responsibility for theft or damage to bikes left at this location.

    BY CAR

    There is no parking at the stadium for on matchday.

    Edinburgh has seven Park & Ride sites in and around the city. The Ingliston Park & Ride would be the most convenient for accessing the stadium. For more information on the Park & Ride services click here.

    For details about road closures or other potential works impacting the area around Murrayfield, please click here.

    PARKING ENFORCEMENTS IN LOCAL AREA
    People driving to the stadium are encouraged to be mindful of residents in the local area. There will be parking enforcements in place ticketing cars parked illegally.

    BLUE BADGE PARKING: There are a number of Blue Badge parking spaces available for wheelchair and accessible ticket holders. Parking for Blue Badge holders will be in the South Car Park on matchday and access is via the Gatehouse on Roseburn Street.

    Blue Badge parking MUST be PRE-BOOKED. To book a space email [email protected]

  • Stadium Entry

    Unless otherwise communicated, entry for Celtic Challenge games will be via the East/West Link via Roseburn Street ONLY.

  • Parking

    There is no parking available for general supporters.

    Blue Badge holder parking will be in the South car park on matchday and access is via the Gatehouse. Parking MUST be PRE-BOOKED. To book a space email [email protected]

  • Food & Drink

    There will be food and drink units available for supporters at the games including a bar available situated behind the Main Stand.

    Please note, the Edinburgh Rugby Public Bar in the Thistle Suite is not open to ticket holders for Celtic Challenge fixtures.

  • Bag Policy

    Please avoid bringing a bag to the game if possible. An A4 bag is the maximum size permitted at the Hive Stadium and all bags will be searched before entry. 

    Bags larger than A4 size will not be permitted. There are no bag drop facilities.

    The only exceptions are bags required for health reasons (including parents with young children). We assume no responsibility for bags in venue.

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