North East England’s only professional rugby team are heading to Catalan country in the new year – and you could be with them.
A limited number of spaces are available to travel on the official team charter flight as Newcastle Falcons take on Perpignan, aiming to build on the early-season momentum which has seen them winning their opening two games of the campaign.
The EPCR Challenge Cup clash takes place on Sunday January 21, with picturesque Perpignan in the south of France welcoming Newcastle supporters for the first time in 20 years.
Located on the Mediterranean coast at the foot of the Pyrenees, Perpignan’s famously passionate supporters will ensure this is a sporting spectacle not to be missed.
Fly out with the team on their official charter from Newcastle Airport on Saturday January 20, using the day to explore everything Perpignan has to offer and enjoying its vibrant bar and restaurant scene before Sunday’s rugby action.
The return charter departs for Tyneside post-match on Sunday January 21, with the Falcons continuing their proud tradition of doing battle on French soil.
Newcastle’s past two visits to France have seen victories at Biarritz and Castres, while the trip to European giants Toulon back in 2018 delivered a famous victory which will live long in the memory for the sea of Falcons supporters who travelled over to the Riviera.
New head coach Alex Codling joined the Falcons from French club Oyonnax in the summer and knows first hand the level of atmosphere and sporting challenge which lies in wait for his side over in Perpignan.
“French rugby fans turn up in big numbers and bring a huge amount of passion,” said Codling, whose Oyonnax side were the runaway title winners in last season’s Pro D2.
“They’ve got the smoke flares, the flags and they’re not shy of letting the referee know what they think.
“It’s an exciting challenge for us from a rugby perspective, and our supporters will definitely enjoy going over there and experiencing the occasion as well as everything else that Perpignan has to offer.
“It’s always nice to have our supporters travelling with the team because we pride ourselves on having that close connection, and if you’re thinking about booking then I’d urge you to come and enjoy the trip with us.”
Return travel on the team charter is available for just £350 including all taxes, with limited availability.
Supporters are advised this package does not include hotel, transfers or match tickets.
To book, please email [email protected].
