Business Chief Europe Magazine December 2014 | Page 14

FINANCE
Kingsholm will be used to host World Cup matches in 2015

“ We already have a strong tourist base and what we want to do is show off the whole area at the time of the World Cup ”

losing a single match , the second year in a row they have lifted the title , and later this year the ground plays host to the most prestigious tournament in the sport .
Rugby World Cup 2015 The eyes of the rugby world will descend on England and Wales in the autumn as the third-largest sporting event in the world comes to Britain .
“ It is brilliant ,” Vaughan said . “ We are one of only two rugby clubs to host games and I am absolutely delighted , it is a real fillip for everyone here .”
Gloucester ’ s 16,500 capacity ground has been chosen to host four group stage matches , which all sold out immediately , and will represent a late season boost for local trades relying on tourism .
“ It will be fantastic for the area at large ,” Vaughan continued . “ Hoteliers , bar owners , any business has the chance to engage in new customers . We already have a strong tourist base
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