TO mark the Rugby World Cup, a Stockton Heath pub has teamed up with an ex-England rugby star to find the village's biggest fan.

The Mulberry Tree Inn in Grappenhall Road is calling for the ultimate rugby fan who could win £1,000 and a rugby viewing experience with Andy Goode for England’s final group game against Argentina on Saturday, October 5.

Jen Taylor, general manager at the Mulberry Tree Inn, said: "Nothing compares to watching the rugby in the pub surrounded by other fans – the atmosphere and comradery is fantastic!

"At the Mulberry Tree Inn we will be showing all key games for the Rugby World Cup and to celebrate the start of the tournament we’re looking for Stockton Heath’s biggest rugby fan.

"We pride ourselves on being the home of pub sport in our community with an unbeatable viewing experience of all the big games across major sporting events.

"So, if you live and breathe rugby and fancy £1,000 cash, as well as the chance to meet rugby legend Andy Goode, then we want to hear from you!"

Andy Goode added: "The Rugby World Cup 2019 is finally upon us and it’s great to see fans across the country getting behind their home team.

"I can’t wait to meet the biggest rugby fan in the community and look forward to raising a glass with them on match day!"

To enter, residents should visit the Greene King Pubs website and explain in less than 100 words why they deserve the title of Stockton Heath's biggest rugby fan.