Exeter Chiefs have confirmed that the bars at Sandy Park will be renamed as part of the clubs 'cultural rebrand' that saw the logos changed.
The bars at the Sandy Park stadium have now been named after castles in Devon.
The former Wigwam Bar is now called the Woodbury Castle Bar, and the Pow Wow Bar is the Powderham Castle Bar.
In a statement the club said: "With our roots deeply entrenched here in Devon, we are using our new Exeter Chiefs rebrand as the perfect opportunity to rename our bars and catering outlets here at Sandy Park after some of the magnificent castles within the region.
"Castles represent the history, grandeur, and pride we feel about Devon, and we wanted to transmit this on our award-winning match days."
The next match to be played at Sandy Park sees England's Women's rugby team, the Red Roses, take on the USA on 3 September.
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“It’s f***ing brilliant” – Carter, Marler and Wilkinson rank their three favourite stadiums
JONNY WILKINSON:
#3. Stade de France (France)
Perhaps not the best situated stadium, but it sure has a great view. It's atmosphere can be a help and a hindrance for Les Bleus.
When France are on the front foot, it can generate a great atmosphere but it can also inspire the opposition when they’re not.
Wilkinson said: "‘Whenever I played there on every occasion, the atmosphere was fantastic."
#2. Principality Stadium (Wales)
The Old Cardiff Arms Park was great but everything about the Millennium Stadium – renamed later as the Principality Stadium – is nigh on perfect save from some early teething problems with the turf which can struggle a little when the roof is on for prolonged periods.
Wilkinson said: "I always felt Cardiff was an incredible stadium because of the passion and the knowledge the Wales fans have. I also won a Heineken Cup there, which I'll never forget."
#1. Stadium Australia (Australia)
Its capacity is 84, 000 and this makes it the biggest venue on this list
There are usually a minimum of two rugby union tests played at Stadium Australia over the course of a year, with one often being a tour match. Back in 2003, the stadium hosted seven Rugby World Cup games under its former guise of the Telstra Stadium.
Wilkinson said: "‘The best atmosphere I ever played in was in an England shirt was in Australia for that Rugby World Cup final, it was electric,
"Probably those three stadiums, they were brilliant."
DAN CARTER:
#3. Twickenham Stadium, London
Carter’s personal favourite moment from his career comes from New Zealand’s 2015 Rugby World Cup final triumph against Australia at Twickenham however, as he slotted a drop goal from 40 metres out to stem the tide of a Wallabies comeback.
“All such special memories but hard to go past the RWC final drop goal,” Carter tweeted, in response to a Rugby World Cup post asking fans what their favourite moment from the All Blacks fly-half was.
He added: "Twickenham, the home of rugby, was certainly bouncing that night.
#2. Eden Park, Auckland
Carter said: "Under lights, especially, the place comes alive."
The 50,000-capacity stadium is the largest in New Zealand and is situated near Auckland’s central business district below the imposing backdrop of Mount Eden.
#1. Principality Stadium, Cardiff
It’s an arena based bang in the centre of the Welsh capital and the retractable roof, when used, seals in the fervour.
Carter said: I'm often asked which is my favourite stadium at which to play. I always say the Millennium. I've got a lot of great memories of playing there.
"It's an amazing place with an awesome atmosphere. The people of Cardiff and Wales are like the Kiwis back home. They are so passionate about their rugby.
"Also, as a kicker, it's quite handy having a roof on it too. That takes away the wind and rain which you can have a bit of in Cardiff. That's an added bonus."
JOE MARLER:
#3. Twickenham Stadium
Brilliant viewing lines for all 82,000 fans, comfortable seats, good facilities. It’s where big stuff happens, World Cup finals and semi-finals, Heineken Cup finals, Premiership finals, huge England matches.
Marler said: "The home of English rugby I always feel privileged to play there."
Joe Marler of England warming up during the Six Nations Championship match between England and Ireland at Twickenham Stadium, Twickenham, London on the 12th March 2022 - PHOTO: George Tewkesbury/PPAUK
#2. Principality Stadium (Wales)
The Old Cardiff Arms Park was great but everything about the Millennium Stadium – renamed later as the Principality Stadium – is nigh on perfect save from some early teething problems with the turf which can struggle a little when the roof is on for prolonged periods.
Marler said: "“For me, it’s the greatest stadium I’ve ever played in. I really believe that, with the atmosphere you get. The drive through Cardiff, as an away team can be a bit ropey. It's f***ing brilliant."
Joe Marler of England during the summer international match between Wales and England at Principality Stadium on Saturday 17 Aug 2019 in Cardiff, Wales. Photo: Phil Mingo/PPAUK
#1. Twickenham Stoop
Nice tight little ground with great facilities. Bars under the stands and plenty of food and franchise stands to keep queues short.
Marler said: "For me, the Stoop is a very special place. It's more than a stadium to me and the atmosphere the last few seasons has been electric."
Joe Marler of Harlequins waves to supporters after the Gallagher Premiership match between Harlequins and Newcastle Falcons at Twickenham Stoop, London on the 4th March 2022 - PHOTO: Micah Crook/PPAUK
