After all the waiting, it's finally time.

The long-awaited Rugby World Cup gets underway here in west London on Friday (September 18).

England, as hosts, will raise the curtain on the legendary tournament when they kick off proceedings against Fiji at Twickenham at 8pm.

England claimed the Webb Ellis Trophy back in 2003

Over the past few months, getwestlondon has published dozens of preview pieces.

We've covered everything from the players likely to dazzle over the next six weeks to what you can expect by way of travel disruption.

Now, we've brought everything together in one place to create this comprehensive guide to all the information you need to enjoy every moment of the action.

Rugby World Cup 2015

Of course, we know full well not every one of our readers is a rugby fanatic so we've tried to balance useful, practical information with bits and pieces to get the excitement going.

It all started with our guide to how you can best beat the crowds and avoid the worst of the traffic, particularly if you're living around Twickenham or regularly use the Tube in west London.

Then there was the announcement of the Rugby World Cup fanzone, which will see rugby greats and top comics speak and entertain at Old Deer Park in Richmond, starting September 25.

Even Billy Ocean got in the spirit

Then on Sunday (September 14), nearly 10,000 people descended on Redlees Park in Isleworth for the Be Inspired festival aiming to celebrate the coming of the world cup.

And that's just a taste. Below are more key facts and information to brush up on as the tournament progresses.

Key information, times and facts

Travel information, guidance and advice

Other information, features, fun and games

Will Greenwood took the trophy for a ride along the Jubilee line