Will Carling, England's youngest ever rugby union captain will be in Conversation with Matt Stadlen at the Old Woollen on 29th January 2025

Will Carling, England's youngest ever rugby union captain and icon of the game, joins Matthew Stadlen for an evening of reflections, stories and analysis.

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A triple Grand Slam winner, World Cup finalist ad England’s longest-serving captain will talk leadership, skill and camaraderie. Unafraid to speak his mind, Carling famously described the Rugby Football Union executives as “57 old farts”. So what was it like leading his country from the age of 22 for an astonishing 59 games? How did he prepare his team for facing Jonah Lomu? Was Jerry Guscott the greatest centre he played with or against? Did it mean more to him playing for England or the British and Irish Lions? How did the amateur years compare to the professional era?  

Carling will talk, changing rules and the future of a sport facing existential questions.

Don’t miss a rare chance to hear one of England’s greatest ever players and captains share his insights and humour from his experiences on and off the pitch.

Venue:
Old Woollen
Sunny Bank Mills
83-85 Town Street
Farsley
Leeds
LS28 5UJ

Date: Wednesday 29th January 2025

Time: 8pm

Ticket Price: £33.50

Book tickets here.

14+ only. 14s to 18s must be accompanied by an adult.