England Rugby and Castore unveil new Home, Training and Travel Collections for 2026/27 Season

‘Into the Elements’ inspired collection blends heritage, innovation and elite performance.

England Rugby and Castore today unveil the new men's and women's Home, Training and Travel collections for the 2026/27 season, introducing a bold new visual identity inspired by the forces of nature and engineered for elite performance.

Built around the creative concept ‘Into the Elements’, the new collection combines the physicality of rugby with the power and unpredictability of the natural world. Drawing inspiration from the way wind and water shape surfaces over time, the range reflects themes of resilience, movement and evolution through innovative fabrications, engineered textures and dynamic detailing.

At the heart of the launch is the new England Rugby Home Kit – a modern interpretation of tradition that delivers a clean and refined aesthetic while incorporating advanced performance technology. Designed as ‘heritage reborn’, the jersey stays true to England Rugby’s iconic white identity while introducing an engineered 3D jacquard fabric that creates depth, texture and movement throughout the garment.

The jacquard pattern transitions from smooth to textured surfaces, inspired by the impact of natural forces over time, creating a contemporary visual language that remains rooted in England Rugby heritage. Lightweight construction, breathable knit zones and moisture management technology ensure the jersey performs at the highest level, supporting player comfort during elite competition.

Alongside the Home Kit, Castore and England Rugby also unveil the new Training and Travel collections for both the men’s and women’s teams. Designed to support performance on and off the pitch, the wider range incorporates a rich palette of navy, purple, deep reds and earthy tones to create a cohesive identity across the full collection.

The 2026/27 range also introduces enhanced technical innovation throughout the playing kit. A new moisture management finish improves the speed at which fabric draws sweat away from the skin, while upgraded abrasion testing standards have doubled from 10,000 to 20,000 revolutions to ensure greater durability and performance under the demands of international rugby.

Tom Beahon, Co-Founder of Castore, said: “England Rugby represents one of the most iconic and respected institutions in world sport, so every detail of this collection had to reflect the pride, resilience and performance standards associated with wearing the Red Rose.

“For the 2026/27 season, we wanted to evolve the visual identity of the range while staying true to the heritage that supporters and players connect with so deeply. The ‘Into the Elements’ concept allowed us to introduce a more dynamic and modern design language inspired by movement, strength and the raw intensity of the game.

“From the engineered jacquard fabrics through to the enhanced performance technologies embedded across the collection, every element has been obsessively engineered to support players performing at the very highest level. We’re proud to unveil a range that combines innovation, craftsmanship and tradition for both players and fans alike.”

The new England Rugby Home, Training and Travel collections will be available from 21st May 2026 across England Rugby and Castore retail channels.


About Castore
Castore crafts high-quality sportswear using advanced materials and precision engineering designed to improve athlete performance. Castore’s Team Sports platform manages the full omni-channel retailing operations for selected partners and has a proven approach for growing revenues through product quality, supply chain innovation and fan engagement.

About England Rugby
The RFU is the national governing body for rugby union in England. The organisation aims to enrich lives, introduce more people to rugby union and develop the sport for future generations. The goal is to achieve this by strengthening and uniting rugby union in England and producing consistently winning England teams.