Great Yarmouth Girls Rugby Festival
Girls Rugby Tournament Weekend on the Norfolk Coast!
One of our most popular UK tournament locations, Great Yarmouth will play host to our first all-girls rugby tournament in February 2024 and your team won’t want to miss out on the action!
U12s, U14s, U16s and U18s girls teams will take to the pitch to compete at the Great Yarmouth Girls Rugby Festival in this 1-day tournament hosted at Norwich Rugby Club.
And, when you’re not playing, you can enjoy the fantastic facilities at Hemsby Beach Holiday Park, your home for the weekend, from a swimming pool, play area and arcade, to a restaurant and bar. Or take a trip to the Great Yarmouth Pleasure Beach or numerous arcades, shops, cafes, restaurants and bars along the Great Yarmouth Promenade.
Whether you’re on or off the pitch, you’re in for a fantastic weekend with the whole family at the Great Yarmouth Girls Rugby Festival!
Pre-register for our 2025 events!
Pre-register yourself today for early access to the launch of our 2025 UK series of football, rugby and netball tournaments and festivals!
Online fixtures and results schedule, and online booking system
Family-friendly accommodation at Hemsby Beach Holiday Park
Awards and medals presented by a celebrity guest
Excellent facilities at our local host rugby club
Experienced and qualified referees
Fully trained first aiders on site
Team & Match Details
| Age groups | Squad Size | Maximum Daily Playing Minutes | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 12s (Girls) | 12-a-side | 70 | Competitive |
| Under 14s (Girls) | 15-a-side | 80 | Competitive |
| Under 16s (Girls) | 15-a-side | 90 | Competitive |
| Under 18s (Girls) | 15-a-side | 90 | Competitive |
What to Expect
Day 1: Check in & enjoy the range of on-site facilities. Your first evening offers your team the chance to gather together for food and drinks and enjoy the on-site evening entertainment!
Day 2: Time to rise for the 1-day rugby festival. The tournament will culminate with a celebrity presented awards ceremony followed by evening entertainment back at Hemsby Beach Holiday Park.
Day 3: It’s time to head home, but not before taking a last chance to explore Norfolk and Great Yarmouth further! If you’ve not quite had enough time on the Norfolk Coast then why not opt for an additional night?
What’s included in your package
2 nights’ self-catering accommodation
With evening entertainment
Awards ceremony
Trophies for winners and runners up and medals issued to all participants
On site representative
We’re here if you need us on the day
Access to facilities
Make the most of what the tournament club and holiday park have to offer
Online results
Access to an online fixture schedule and results updates
Qualified match referees
Experienced referees for every fixture
Manage your booking online
Access to our online booking management system
Why not treat yourself to an upgrade?
From accommodation and meal upgrades we can help you out. You might us want us to arrange something special for your group – let us know and we’ll see what we can do!
Get in touch and we’ll discuss your needs
Accommodation
Sit back and relax
Enjoy the home comforts at the cosy Hemsby Beach Holiday Park where you can choose from a range of accommodation options, all of which give you access to the park’s fantastic facilities. Enjoy the swimming pool, restaurant, bar, play area, sports courts and arcades – never a dull moment at Hemsby Beach!
Hemsby Beach Holiday Centre
Hemsby Beach Holiday Centre
Hemsby Beach Holiday Centre Indoor Swimming Pool
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.
Book your festival
Ready to rugby?
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 Great Yarmouth
In between your matches, visit any of Great Yarmouth’s sandy beaches for some seaside family fun – or for more of an adrenaline rush – head to one of the local amusement parks or countless attractions around this awesome coastal town!
As spaces go to kick back in – Great Yarmouth’s a fantastic base for your friends, family and rugby squad!
Great Yarmouth highlights
- SEA LIFE Centre Great Yarmouth
- Joyland
- The Pleasure Beach
- Time and Tide Museum
- Merrivale Model Village
- Great Yarmouth Central Beach
Take a look what lies beneath the ocean at the SEA LIFE Centre
It wouldn’t be a visit to Great Yarmouth without a trip to the famous Pleasure Beach.
Brilliant fun – we’ll be back!
FAQs
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How many games will we play?
Each team will play up to 5 games per day – the duration 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 RFU.
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What footwear should players wear?
All pitches are played on grass, so it is recommended to wear studded boots, but players are welcome to alternative footwear depending on the ground surface.
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What I.D do we have to bring for the players?
We ask that you bring RFU cards OR a photocopy of a passport for all players involved in the festival. Age checks may be carried at any point during the tournament.
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Will players receive medals/trophies?
All players will receive a participation medal and there will be winners and runners up trophies for each age group. Those attending the presentation will be awarded their medals by a special guest rugby player.