StadiumsThe Recreation Ground
Rugby Stadium
The Recreation Ground
Location
Bath, England
Capacity
14,509
Opened
1894
The Recreation Ground, known locally as "The Rec," is the home of Bath Rugby, located in the centre of Bath alongside the River Avon. The ground is one of the most picturesque rugby venues in England, with views of Bath Abbey and the surrounding Georgian architecture. Bath Rugby have played here since 1894, and the intimate setting creates a unique atmosphere. Plans for redevelopment have been discussed for years to increase capacity while respecting the UNESCO World Heritage Site surroundings.
Notable Moments
Bath's dominant era of the late 1980s and early 1990s with six league titles
Jeremy Guscott, Stuart Barnes, and Phil de Glanville starring at The Rec
The unique riverside location making it one of rugby's most scenic grounds
Bath's Heineken Cup campaigns drawing capacity crowds
Plans for stadium redevelopment to modernize while preserving heritage
Past Results
Bath Rugby vs Gloucester2025-2026
Bath Rugby vs Sale Sharks2025-2026
Bath Rugby vs Bristol Bears2024-2025
Bath Rugby vs Northampton Saints2024-2025
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