Rugby Union XVs (15-a-side) is played in the winter, but Sevens tends to be played after the Union Season in the northern hemisphere at least. The Melrose Sevens (dating back to 1883) is held on the second Saturday of April; the Middlesex Sevens used to be played in May but moved to August. read more
In late Autumn, early Spring. However national sides will play throughout the year. Touch and Sevens are played in the summer. read more