They compete in the annual Women's Six Nations Championship with France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland and Wales.

England have won the championship on a total of 20 out of 29 occasions – winning the Grand Slam 18 times and the Triple Crown 24 times – making them the most successful side in the tournament's history, helped by their status as the only fully professional women's team in 2019.

[citation needed] England have taken part in every Women's Rugby World Cup competition, winning in 1994 and 2014 and finishing as runner-up on six other occasions.

In the 2001/02 season, Ireland re-joined the fold in preparation for the World Cup and the competition expanded to be known as the Six Nations.

Correct as of 13 April 2024 On 18 September 2024, head coach John Mitchell announced England's 30-player squad for the WXV 1 competition that will be held in Canada.