Of course Twickenham Stadium is also used for concerts - recently artists such as The Police, Rod Stewart, Genesis, Iron Maiden, Bon Jovi, REM and U2 have played at Twickenham.

The RFU releases 1,100 discounted tickets to local residents for each concert through their website - usually advertised in the free magazine that they send to residents every season.

It's also worth noting that the RFU maintains a consistently high level of security around Twickenham Stadium. With consultation with the police, security at the stadium remains high and people, bags and vehicles will be subject to search upon arrival.

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Parking on-site at Twickenham Stadium is extremely limited and is normally pre-allocated for international matches.  Many local homes offer their driveways for rent  - visit our friends Park at my House by clicking the logo below:

Parking around Twickenham Stadium is very restricted as most roads offer parking for permit holders only.  In fact on match days a specific Controlled Parking Zone comes into effect. 

If you really want to drive and park near Twickenham Stadium, here are our top tips:

1. Arrive early - at least two hours before the match starts.  There are many good restaurants, bars and pubs in Twickenham.
2. Richmond Borough have 5 car parks in the area which obviously get very busy. However, some local homes, businesses and schools also offer up their parking spaces / car parks for around £15-20. 
3. Be prepared to walk.  If you don't get into a car park you are going to have at least a 15 minute walk to the Stadium.  Forget street parking around Twickenham town centre - but you may find some 'safe' single yellow lines to park on in neighbouring areas.
4. Alternatively, arrive by public transport - or stay in a local hotel.

England have fought off rival bids from South Africa and Italy to win the right to stage the 2015 Rugby World Cup between 4 September and 17 October 2015.  As well as bringing an estimated £2.1bn in economic benefits to the British economy, England's package is projected to generate £300m for the International Rugby Board.

Prime Minister Gordon Brown said it was a "fantastic achievement" to win the bid and congratulated the RFU on their success.  "The Rugby World Cup is yet another tremendous event to add to the country's decade of sport and another chance to show our nation's passion for sport and what world class facilities we have to offer. I'm sure it will be a tournament to remember," said Brown.