Blackpool May Day Football Tournament 2025
A Bank Holiday with a Bang!
This 2-day tournament is part of our ever popular Fleetwood Town FC Youth Football Series! Football, family, friends, fierce competition and fun, all wrapped into one! Set on a bank holiday weekend, there’s no rush for families to return to work and school – fantastic!
U7s – U15s teams will go toe-to-toe with teams from across the UK at Fleetwood Town FC’s official training ground, Poolfoot Farm, and at the nearby brilliant Thornton-Cleveleys FC. These venues have family-fun football weekends down to a fine art.
There’s plenty of time to enjoy Blackpool’s buzzing entertainment scene. Whether it be visiting Blackpool Pleasure Beach for that extra surge of adrenaline or kicking back with a stroll across the promenade, there’s something for everyone.
May day the right way – let’s go!
Excellent facilities on and off the pitch!
Poolfoot Farm’s state-of-the-art facilities make for an unforgettable tournament weekender for players and supporters alike. There’s 18 4G and grass pitches, a pitch-side bar, a 400-seater beer garden showing live football and an outdoor terrace dining area serving great food for the whole family!
Again in 2025, we’ll be heading back to nearby Thornton-Cleveleys FC. Only a stone’s throw away from Poolfoot Farm, there’s four new 11-a-side pitches and a fantastic club house in what was a great addition to the ‘Fleetwood Town Cup’ in 2024 and promises to be again in 2025!
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Experienced and qualified referees
Top-drawer pitch facilities
3 bank holiday tournaments throughout the year
Fully trained first aiders on site
Awards presented by a special guest
B&B and hotel accommodation nearby
Team & Match Details
| Age groups | Team size | Playing time |
|---|---|---|
| Under 7s to Under 8s | 5-a-side | Up to 60 mins per day |
| Under 9s to Under 10s | 7-a-side | Up to 90 mins per day |
| Under 11s to Under 12s | 9-a-side | Up to 120 mins per day |
| Under 13s to Under 14s | 11-a-side | Up to 150 mins per day |
| Under 15s | 11-a-side | Up to 150 mins per day |
All tournaments are affiliated by the FA and played in line with FA Rules and Regulations.
Match durations will be maximised dependent on number of teams per age group, in line with FA ‘Daily Playing Time’ regulations above.
What to Expect
Day 1: There’s loads to see and do in Blackpool, take full advantage of your arrival day!
Day 2: Get fired up ready for your first morning or afternoon of matches! Enjoy the rest of the day and evening lapping up the sights of this seaside town.
Day 3: Enjoy a second day of matches. Then it’s time to celebrate at the presentation ceremony – with a surprise special guest!
Day 4: It’s home time, but not before a stroll along the seafront and a bag of fish and chips perhaps!
What’s included in your package
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation
3 night packages available
Facility Access
Access to all facilities at Poolfoot Farm
Awards ceremony
Trophies for runners up and winners and medals issued to all participants for each age group
On site representative
We’re here if you need us on the day
Online results
Access to an online fixture schedule and results updates
Qualified match referees
Experienced referees for every match
Manage your booking online
Access to our online booking management system
Why not upgrade your stay?
From accommodation and meal upgrades to arranging your transport needs to and from the venue each day, we can help you out. We even have sea view rooms at selected hotels!
Get in touch and we’ll discuss your needs
Accommodation
The Savoy Hotel
Georgian Hollies Hotel
Georgian Hollies Hotel
Georgian Hollies Hotel
Georgian Hollies Hotel
The Savoy Hotel
Queen’s Promenade, Blackpool, FY2 9SJ A great sea view hotel
- Sea view rooms available
- Fully stocked bar with snacks available
- Gilberts restaurant serving breakfast and dinner
- Evening entertainment on-site
- Available for Easter, Mayday and Spring Bank Holiday tournaments
- 2-star
Georgian Hollies Hotel
82 – 90 Albert Road, Blackpool, FY1 4PR Excellent location with great facilities!
- Just a 5-minute walk to the promenade, beach and Blackpool Tower
- Cabaret Lounge hosting nightly bingo, quizzes and cabaret
- Comfortable en suite bedrooms with TV and tea/coffee making facilities
- 3-course evening meal available
- TV lounge with pool table
Grand Hotel
Front, North Promenade Sea, Blackpool FY1 2JQ A 4* hotel in a great location
- Health Club with fitness centre and pool
- Private car park onsite
- Spacious rooms
- Available for Easter, Mayday and Spring Bank Holiday tournaments
- 4-star
The Melville Hotel
70-72 Adelaide Street, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 4LA A comfortable stay in the heart of Blackpool
- 3-minute walk from the iconic Blackpool Tower, promenade and beaches
- En-suite bedrooms
- Free wifi
- Complimentary tea and coffee making facilities and flat screen TV
- Fully licensed 24-hour bar with evening entertainment
The Danescourt Hotel
10 Station Rd, Blackpool FY4 1BE Brilliant hotel with a variety of room types Within walking distance of the South Pier
- Option to book a Sunday Roast to enjoy after your games
- Available on Easter, May Day and Spring Bank Holidays
- Free wifi
Hampton by Hilton
595-601 New South Promenade, Blackpool, FY4 1NG Amodern seaside hotel on Blackpool’s South Shore
- 10-minute walk from centre
- Nearby public transport
- Bar & lounge open all day
- Cosy, modern rooms with free Wifi
- Next to local attractions like Blackpool Tower
Village Hotel
E Park Dr, Blackpool FY3 8LL Set in 230 acres of parkland and lakes, this is a guest favourite hotel
- Stylish and comfortable rooms with free wi-fi
- All day dining at Village Pub and Grill
- Situated next to Blackpool Zoo
- Village Gym with indoor heated swimming pool (additional charge)
- 4-star
Doric Hotel
48-52 Queens Prom, Blackpool, FY2 9RP, United Kingdom One of the best entertainment hotels in Blackpool
- Live entertainment 7 days a week
- Games room including Pool table
- 24 Hour Bar serving refreshments
- Spacious family rooms
- 3-star
Holiday Inn Blackpool
85 Talbot Road, Blackpool, FY1 1LL, United Kingdom Brand-new central hotel
- On-site Marco’s New York Italian Restaurant
- Free fast speed Wi-Fi
- 24-hour fitness suite
- Air conditioning
- 4-star
Rooms are offered on a first come, first served basis and availability can change on a regular basis.
Please contact a member of staff for up-to-date availability.
Special Guest Announcement… Coming Soon!
Previous special guests at our football events include Carlton Cole, Colin Hendry, Dan Magness, Matt Le Tissier, Charlie Adam… Moments like this inspire young players!
Please note: Our special guest line up is subject to change from year to year based on availability.
Book your tournament
Pumped up and ready to go?
Then call us on 01332 227474 or fill out our short enquiry form by clicking the button below. Whichever works for you.
Things to do in Blackpool
With a huge choice of attractions, events, shows, restaurants and shopping areas, you’re guaranteed a good time for your family, friends and complete footballing squad!
And during your 3-night stay, we’ll slot in plenty of time for you to explore the action-packed Blackpool!
Blackpool highlights
- Blackpool Pleasure Beach
- Winter Gardens
- The Blackpool Tower
- Sandcastle Indoor Waterpark
- Blackpool Zoo
Blackpool Pier with traditional seaside funfair
Blackpool seafront with views of the famous Blackpool Tower.
You’ll lose hours on the slides and attractions at Sand Castle Waterpark.
The spectacular entrance to the Blackpool Winter Gardens is worth a visit!
Enjoy the thrills and spills of the rides at Blackpool Pleasure Beach!
See thousands of animals at Blackpool Zoo
Take a look what lies beneath the ocean at the SEA LIFE Centre
Google Reviews
We took 32 under 10 football players to Blackpool for the May Day Tournament and, from start to finish, the team at Sports Tours (particularly Stacey and Tom) were an absolute dream to work with. Everything was seamless, nothing was too much trouble, no question was stupid (and we had a lot of those!!). The tournament itself was very well run and the atmosphere was amazing. Our teams were definitely living their best life that weekend. Thank you so much.
Kim Meacock
Musselburgh Windsor 2011 Blues had a ball at the Fleetwood Town Cup, thanks to the sport’s tour team for great service 👍🏻💙🏴
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Professionally run tournament at a fantastic venue, we all had a blast!!
FAQs
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Where is the tournament venue?
The venue is held at Poolfoot Farm and Thornton Cleveleys FC.
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How many games will we play?
The duration and amount of the games depends on the number of teams in each age category. However, each team will play up to the maximum number of minutes per day, as stipulated by The FA.
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How can we check our fixtures and scores
Sports Tours uses an online tournament app called Tournify where teams can check fixtures and results throughout the weekend.