Six Nations Championships 2009

Wales v Ireland

Saturday 21st March 2009
The Millennium Stadium, Cardiff

In 2008 Wales won the Triple Crown at Croke Park in Dublin where they defeated Ireland 16-12 in a close game.

Ireland will be out for revenge in 2009 when they play in Cardiff, a place that they have a great record.  It is a remarkable fact that Wales have only beaten Ireland in Cardiff once since 1985, and that was when they memorably won the Grand Slam in 2005.

Wales will be looking to show continued improvement under Warren Gatland, whilst this will be the first six nations for new coach Declan Kidney, already a legend in Irish rugby following his Munster days.

This is sure to be another close encounter, and it may well play a big part in the final destination of the championship on the last day of the 2009 tournament.

Skipper Ryan Jones on the charge in Dublin in 2008

The Marriott Hotel, Cardiff

The 4* Marriott Hotel has long been regarded as one of the best rugby hotels in Cardiff.  Located in the heart of the City, and only a short walk from The Millennium Stadium, the vibrant rugby atmosphere is always prominent at the hotel on match days.

Your exclusive hospitality facility for the day is The Bardd Suite which is on the ground floor.  This has a private bar and has just benefited from a major refurbishment.

Provisional Itinerary

1430 Hrs:          Guests arrive at Cardiff Marriott
1430 hrs:           Champagne reception with canapés
1530 hrs:           Three course lunch
1700 Hrs           Short walk to Millennium Stadium
1730 Hrs:          Wales v Ireland kicks off
1930 Hrs:          Guests return to the Marriott
2000 Hrs:          Post match supper and re-run of game
2100 Hrs:          Facility closes

For prices and availability please contact us on: 02920401450 or email: events@sportingideas.com

This Package Includes

• Hire of Bardd Suite at Cardiff Marriott
• Coffee & biscuits on arrival
• Champagne reception with canapés
• Three course lunch with wine
• Complimentary bar throughout the event 
• Reserved seated match ticket
• Celebrity Speaker
• Complimentary match programme
• Post match supper
• Colour televisions & video
• Daily newspapers
• Free to enter sweepstake with prize
• Room decorations
• Individual documentation
• Sporting ideas hostess & management