A decision about when the game will be played will be announced as soon as possible.

A pitch and stadium safety inspection has been carried out by the referee and club safety officer
Heavy and persistent rain is causing the River Avon to overflow adjacent to The Rec, with rising ground water preventing safe supporter access to and from the ground and making the pitch unusable
Today’s match against Toulon is postponed
An announcement about when the game will take place will be communicated as soon as possible

Bath Rugby’s EPCR Challenge Cup match against Toulon on Saturday 14 January has been postponed following a pitch and stadium safety inspection by the referee, club safety officer and officials from both clubs.

Due to heavy and persistent rainfall over recent days, the River Avon has exceeded its bank-full capacity. The water level reduced on Friday, however there was further significant rainfall overnight and the river level is currently rising alongside a high ground water level.

There has been flooding in and around entrances to The Rec and on the key approach routes to the stadium, particularly at the south end of the stadium. There are up to eight inches of standing water in areas of the stadium, meaning it is not safe for supporters to attend.

The pitch has also been deemed unplayable by the referee and club officials from both Bath and Toulon due to standing water at the south end of the field.

For safety reasons, the club is therefore required to postpone today’s match.

Regarding ticketing for the rearranged match, please refrain from contacting Supporter Services. Communication will be shared as soon as possible.

The situation is hugely disappointing. Bath Rugby apologises for any inconvenience caused.

Bath Rugby v Toulon has been postponed

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