A striking new mural paying tribute to England’s Red Roses rugby team has been unveiled as the Women’s Six Nations tournament gets under way.
England rugby players Marlie Packer and Zoe Aldcroft in front of the mural at the Cabbage Patch pub, Twickenham
The mural, at the Cabbage Patch pub, in Twickenham, features England captain Zoe Aldcroft alongside vice-captains Marlie Packer and Meg Jones. The mural has been designed by British street artists, MurWalls.
The Cabbage Patch has been transformed into ‘The Red Roses Patch’ for the duration of the tournament. The fan hub offers an electric matchday atmosphere, exclusive events, and the closest fan experience to being inside the stadium itself, says pub owner Fuller’s.
Inside, fans can explore an array of Red Roses memorabilia, celebrating the team’s rich history, from rugby legend Gill Burns’ boots, to Katy Daley Mclean’s shirt.
“It’s an incredible feeling to see this mural celebrating the Red Roses,” said Zoe Aldcroft. “This is a huge year for us, and the support from fans means everything as we push for Six Nations and World Cup success.”
“This mural is more than just an artwork — it’s a symbol of how far women’s rugby has come. To see myself, Marlie, and Meg up there in Twickenham, at a venue so central to rugby fan culture, is an incredible feeling.
“I hope every young girl and boy who walks past it knows that they can be part of this journey, too. The Red Roses are ready to make history, and we can’t wait to have the fans behind us every step of the way.”
Stuart Green, general manager of The Cabbage Patch, said: “I’m so excited to celebrate the Guinness Women’s Six Nations with a new look for the pub, renamed as The Red Roses Patch for the duration of the tournament, and the mural on the outside of the pub, celebrating three fantastic players.
“It’s great to see the Guinness Women’s Six Nations build momentum, and as the most famous rugby pub in the world, it’s only right that we’re at the heart of it.
“The Red Roses Patch will be the best pub to catch all the action and cheer on the Red Roses. As well as showing every game, we’ll be hosting player appearance events plus sensory-friendly screenings, making women’s rugby accessible to all.”
