The England Rugby Football Union have confirmed that England will play three warm-up games next summer ahead of the World Cup In New Zealand.
Martin Johnson's side will face Wales at Twickenham on August 6 before travelling to the Millennium Stadium for a return fixture just seven days later.
They will then face Ireland at Aviva Stadium on August 27 before departing for New Zealand the following week.
Team manager Johnson said: "These three games are an important element in our build-up to Rugby World Cup 2011.
"We're looking forward to playing both Wales home and away and Ireland as part of our preparation, and they should be excellent contests."