Welcome to our Blackpool May Day Football Tournament – a thrilling Bank Holiday weekend part of the ever-popular Fleetwood Town Cup! Expect football, family, friends, fierce competition, and plenty of fun all rolled into one unforgettable event.
Open to U8 – U15 teams, this is your chance to go head-to-head at Poolfoot Farm, the official training ground of Fleetwood Town FC. This venue knows exactly how to deliver the perfect festival football weekend – great pitches, brilliant atmosphere, and memories that last long after the final whistle.
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Poolfoot Farm’s state-of-the-art facilities make for an unforgettable tournament weekender for players and supporters alike. There’s three top class grass pitches, two FIFA 2-star grade 4G pitches, four 5-a-side red cages, as well as an Air Dome, which houses an artificial grass pitch. Aside from the pitches, there is 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!
4PM: Check in at your accommodation, take time to settle in, and soak up the excitement! Families and teams will be mingling, sharing the buzz of the weekend ahead!
6PM: Enjoy a relaxed dinner at your accommodation or nearby (Blackpool has plenty of great supper spots), grab a drink, and rest up for the fun and festivities ahead!
8:30AM: Teams will arrive at the venue for registration and set up their team tents. Flags will be flying, chants will be cheered, and the atmosphere will come alive as teams gear up for an unforgettable day of cracking competition.
Please note: Afternoon teams, there’s no need to rush, just make sure you’re registered at least half an hour before your games start!
9AM: The first matches will begin – expect an electric kind of energy and fantastic games of football! If you’re in the morning slot, you’ll hit the pitches between 9AM and 2PM. Those of you in the afternoon slot, your time to shine will be from 2PM to 6PM.
After your matches, take some time to relax at the venue, grab a drink, or head back to your accommodation. Or explore Blackpool – there will be plenty of family-friendly attractions to choose from!
8:30AM: Teams arrive at the venue for registration and prepare for another day of thrilling competition!
9AM: The games will kick off once again! Same as yesterday – those with morning slots will hit the pitch between 9AM and 2PM, and those with afternoon slots will play between 2PM and 6PM. It’s crunch time as teams gear up for glory!
Following the conclusion of games in your age category, celebrate together at the awards ceremony, where medals and trophies will be handed out by a special guest. It’s a moment to cheer, snap some celebratory shots, and reflect on action that’s unfolded, all while surrounded by family and friends. Please note, there will be two awards ceremonies – one for teams who have played in the morning session, and another for teams who have played in the afternoon session.
10AM: All good things must come to an end! Check out of your accommodation and head home after an unforgettable weekend.
We’ve spotlighted a range of accommodation options to give you an idea of what’s available. From spectacular sea room views and 24-hour bars to live entertainment and health clubs, these hotels each offer something a bit different!
To see all available room options across a variety of hotels, simply download our price pack.
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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.
We provide most of the equipment. However, feel free to bring extra items and we do ask that you bring balls for matches, training or casual play. Don’t forget your kit and, of course, your passion for the game!
We follow the rules and regulations set by the relevant governing bodies, including those for age groups, match duration, and the total match play time each day.
Yes! All players will receive a participation medal, and there will be winners and runners-up trophies in all competitive events. Every player’s effort will be recognised.
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For any other questions you my have, please visit our FAQs page! Or simply get in touch with our team.
Your financial security is in the best of hands, as we are ABTA members, ABTOT bonded, ATOL licensed and offer full travel insurance through Aviva Insurance services. We have working knowledge of the Package Travel Regulations, and regularly monitor the foreign exchange market and FCDO guidance. Pair all this with our expert knowledge and experience, and we’re set to keep your group both safe and financially secure!
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The Sports Tours team were fantastic throughout, from initial enquiry through to the tournament weekend.
Communication was great throughout the booking process and the event itself, and the staff were really friendly! Definitely recommend.
It was such a great weekend. Organised really well and the staff, especially Stacey from Sports Tours, were incredible. It’s not easy organising 2 football teams and Stacey was just incredibly helpful even with the ever-changing details within our group. A fantastic weekend had by all. Would definitely recommend!
Fantastic Tournament and Brilliantly organised from start to finish!
4.9/5 Google reviews
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