Barmy Army is thrilled to announce its appointment as an official licensed travel operator for the highly anticipated 2025/26 NRMA Insurance Ashes series in Australia. The appointment allows Barmy Army to offer exclusive travel packages for fans eager to experience this historic rivalry live.
The NRMA Insurance Ashes Series – arguably the biggest event in the international cricket calendar – will see Ben Stokes’ men take on Australia in a five-match Test series across iconic venues Down Under. Barmy Army, known for its passion for cricket and exceptional customer service, is set to provide fans with unparalleled travel experiences, including flights, transfers, match tickets, accommodation, dedicated tour managers, exclusive access to Barmy Army events and loads more!
Our travel packages will be tailored to ensure that fans enjoy every moment of their trip, with options for both seasoned travellers, first-time visitors to Australia and solo travellers. We also understand and appreciate the costs that come with travelling Down Under for the Ashes, so we will have a variety of options to suit every budget.
Chris Millard, Managing Director of Barmy Army said: “We are delighted to have been appointed Official Licensed Travel Operator for the NRMA Insurance Ashes Series. We have been travelling to Australia for the best part of 30 years and have enabled countless fans’ bucket list experiences to come alive. We’ve already seen high demand for our Ashes tours and we can’t wait to take thousands of our Members Down Under once again.”
As always, the Ashes promises drama, excitement, and unforgettable moments that will be etched into cricket history. The hosts will be looking to retain the famous urn, having triumphed back in 2023 after the series was drawn 2-2. The Three Lions, meanwhile, will be desperate to bring the trophy back to England and put on a show for the thousands of travelling supporters.
Perth will host the 1st NRMA Insurance Ashes Test match at the award-winning Perth Stadium. It will be the first time the impressive ground has hosted an Ashes test. Then, it’s on to the second NRMA Insurance Ashes Test match, which will take place in Brisbane. The cauldron of 36,000 fans is a test of nerve for every player.
Adelaide – the birthplace of the Barmy Army – is the third venue. In 1994, a group of backpackers descended on the Adelaide Oval in front of the iconic scoreboard and began singing songs to support the England team. The fourth NRMA Insurance Ashes Test will take place at Melbourne‘s MCG. It’s boisterous. It’s intense. It’s the perfect location to watch two rivals battle out in one of the most iconic rivalries our sport has.
And then, of course, it is on to Sydney, and the historic Sydney Cricket Ground. Nearly 200 years old. The famous green pavilion. Off the pitch, fans can be the first to celebrate 2026 on the Sydney harbour front at a Barmy Army New Year’s Eve party. Endowed with a sparkling harbour, dazzling beaches and a sunny climate, this glamorous city never disappoints.
Join the Barmy Army in Australia for the NRMA Insurance Ashes Series
The Barmy Army understands tens of thousands of England fans place the Ashes tour at the top of their bucket list but never actually make it out to Oz to live their cricketing dreams. They often find themselves setting the 11.45pm alarm, and after a few hours kip, stumbling down the stairs in the dark, cold midwinter to stick the kettle supporting from afar with the worst “I wish I was there” feeling in the world.
So, with that in mind – and demand through the roof – we are giving fans the chance to secure their Ashes experience with priority access to the highly anticipated Barmy Army Travel packages.
By purchasing a Priority Access Pass, you are guaranteeing your Ashes experience with the Barmy Army. This Tour promises to be a series to remember. Don’t dream it, live it.
The fully-refundable pass gives you an exclusive 24-hour window to browse Barmy Army Travel packages before they go on sale to the general public. We will have limited packages available and are expecting high demand so securing a first-look, as well as the opportunity to guarantee your place, is hugely important!
Plus, purchasing a Barmy Army Travel package is the only way to guarantee you are sat with the Barmy Army during the NRMA Insurance Ashes Series.
Barmy Army, a Cricket Australia Travel Office Licensed Travel Operator for the 2025/26 NRMA Insurance Ashes Series. CATO Licence Number: CATO2526/020
