Final details of Rugby League World Cup's Quayside fan zone have been revealed with a week to go before it opens.
The village on the Newcastle side of the Quayside will host all-age attractions, family-friendly activities, food and drink stalls, music and big screens.
Open between the Tyne Bridge and Millennium Bridge between 2pm to 10pm on Friday October 14 and 11am to 10pm on Saturday October 15, the village is free to enter and you do not need to have tickets for any of the Rugby League World Cup matches in Newcastle to attend.
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Fans can also grab a chance to take a zip line ride over the Tyne.
Stephen Patterson, chief executive of NE1 Ltd said: “Newcastle knows how to host a party and we have rapidly become rugby’s adopted home. Excitement is building for these games and we can’t wait to welcome visitors from around the world to enjoy the celebrations on and off the pitch. We are delighted to have played our part in preparing the city to host the event and proud that the opening celebrations are being staged here. The eyes of the world will be upon us and the iconic Quayside will provide an amazing backdrop for the Fan Village with the zip-wire giving people an exhilarating way to see the city.”
The tournament kicks off in Newcastle, when England play Samoa at St James' Park on Saturday. Kingston Park will host three matches.
Earlier this week, the tournament organisers announced the Kaiser Chiefs as the headline act at St James’ Park in what is expected to be the biggest, best and most inclusive Rugby League World Cup in history.
The Rugby League World Cup was originally set to be held in 2021 but was moved to 2022 due to coronavirus travel restrictions.
Mick Hogan, revenue director for RLWC2021, said: “RLWC2021 is nearly here, and the carnival atmosphere among fans is on the rise. The Official RLWC2021 Fan Village in Newcastle is really going to set the tone for what is sure to be an unforgettable tournament for everyone involved.
“The Fan Village is free for everyone, whether they have purchased a ticket to an RLWC2021 fixture or not, and we are expecting great crowds in a city which is known for getting behind their sports’ teams. We have created a brilliant line up of entertainment for fans, with fireworks, music, food and drink, and then the zip line, which will provide fans with an unforgettable way of seeing the city.”
Head here to book the zipline. Rugby League World Cup match tickets remain available for the opening fixture, please www.RLWC2021.com/tickets for more information
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