British and Irish Lions are selected from England , Scotland , Wales and Ireland . Tours now take place every four years to Australia , South Africa and New Zealand . A typical tour will see a series of matches against provincial or regional sides , interspersed with international or Test matches . Selection for the British Lions is highly - coveted by leading sports journalists .
British and Irish Lions are selected from England , Scotland , Wales and Ireland . Tours now take place every four years to Australia , South Africa and New Zealand . Selection for the British Lions is highly - coveted by leading sports journalists .