
Wales's Number One Youth Football Tournament
Celebrity Presentation Evening
The Wales challenge cup is a magnet for teams from all over England, Scotland Wales and Ireland. The perfect location for an action packed holiday whilst competing in one of the best football tournaments in the UK.
The football is played at Holywell High school on quality pitches, offering both mini and full size pitches all at one select venue. The facilities include changing rooms, toilets, first aid and plenty of parking.
You’re be staying at Haven's North Wales' premier Holiday Park, Presthaven Sands, set in a picturesque location nestled between the idyllic Welsh Mountains and miles of award winning golden beaches. It has a range of superb facilities and activities to keep all your group happy.
The Wales Challenge Cup is the perfect destination for your football tour with some great days out when you’re not playing football. Famous Castles, beautiful beaches and the spectacular Snowdonia National Park make Prestatyn the ideal tournament destination
The Presentation evening always provides a spectacular finale to the tournament. Held at Presthaven Sand's Show Bar, it’s the chance for your team to collect their well deserved trophies and meet a true football legend - a real spectacle not to be missed! Past celebrities include Manchester United legend Lee Sharpe.
Tournament Age Groups
U7s, U8s, U9s, U10s, U11s - Mini Soccer
U12s, U13s, U14s - 11 a side
If you are unsure about what age group your players should be entered into, please check the qualifying dates chart in the Tournament Info tab above.
Our tournaments are not just about the football - your players can gain valuable experience playing against a number of different teams, make friends, and who knows - maybe even take away some trophies!
Accommodation

Presthaven Sands Holiday Park
North Wales' Premier Holiday Park set in a picturesque location nestled between the idyllic Welsh Mountains and miles of award winning golden beach. Whether you want a relaxing holiday soaking up the sun on the decking of the Mash and Barrel and days out to the beach or if you feel more energetic, why not take advantage of the recently refurbished Swimming pool and the activities on offer including water walkers and aqua gliders or even challenge the family on the new Adventure golf course.
Then head off to the ShowBar for a drink, live music and dancing. So, whether it's out and about or staying on the Park, you're sure to have a great football tour at Presthaven Sands.
- Direct Beach Access
- Go Karts
- Adventure Golf
- Indoor Pools
- Indoor Sports Drome
- Roller Blading
- Kiddies Rides
- Kart Hire
- Mini Ten-Pin Bowling
- Pool Tables
- All-Weather Multi-Sports Court
- Indoor Fun Palace
Moderate extra charges may apply to some facilities
Professional Tournament Organisation
We pride ourselves on attention to detail even the small ones. From organising the schedules, accommodation right down to the cutting of the grass and hiring of portaloos. There at the start, with you till the end!
Over 35 Years of Experience
With more than 35 years experience it is good to know you are in safe hands. Our enviable reputation has been built by dedication and service to our customers.
The actual format of the tournament will depend on the ages and number of teams taking part, with full details being supplied as far in advance of your departure as possible. What we can tell you is that you can be sure of a well organised and planned event with every detail taken care of.
We will do our best to ensure that every team plays the maximum amount of football permitted by the FA on each day of the event in which they participate or qualify. In most cases, teams of the same age group are divided into groups (the number in each group will depend on the number of teams which enter in that age group). Teams will play a league format and in most cases the winner and runner up of each group will go through to a semi-final to determine the eventual finalists.
Due to differing qualifying dates applying in Scotland, Ireland, and Europe, these teams will play in an age group one year above their own.
Our Football Agents
Our reputation attracts the very best staff and we are proud of our team who are football experts dedicated to delivering you the best service. R&T agents attend regular workshops to enhance their knowledge of running a successful event.
High Standard of Refereeing
We have built up a nucleus of quality referees that look forward to attending our events; many have been with us since our UK tournaments began.
We will provide qualified referees throughout the competition, as well as qualified assistant referees for the finals. You will therefore be asked to put forward a volunteer assistant referee for the early round matches.
In order to qualify for our tournaments, your team must be affiliated to a County or Schools FA. We DO NOT allow Representative, Football Academy, or Schools of Excellence teams to enter. However, individual players from such teams are allowed as ‘guest players’ within teams who are eligible to enter the tournament.
First Aid at Football Venues
Injuries unfortunately can happen, and when they do it is essential to have adequate first aid cover. We provide excellent first aid cover at all football venues using the services of organisations such as St Johns Ambulance, Red Cross or other qualified paramedics.
Football schedules, location of pitches, and all tournament information will be displayed on our website approximately 7 days prior to the start of the tournament. It is extremely important to check this information beforehand.
| Age Groups | |||||||||||
| Age Group | U7 | U8 | U9 | U10 | U11m | U11 | U12 | U13 | U14 | ||
| Born on or after | Sept 2003 | Sept 2002 | Sept 2001 | Sept 2000 | Sept 1999 | Sept 1999 | Sept 1998 | Sept 1997 | Sept 1996 | ||
| Squad Size | 7 a side | 7 a side | 7 a side | 7 a side | 7 a side | 11 a side | 11 a side | 11 a side | 11 a side | ||
Dates and Prices
| Presthaven Sands Holiday Park 4, 6, 8 Berth Caravans | ||||||
| Arrive | Depart | Nights | Standard |
Superior |
Deluxe | Prestige |
| May Day Fri 29th April |
Mon 2nd May | 3 | £79 | £88 | £98 | £104 |
Don’t forget early Booking Discount
1 Free Place for every 25 people booked before 30 November 2010
Eight in an Eight Berth Discount
When you fully occupy an eight-berth unit you will only pay for 7 places - ONE GOES FREE.
Tournament Registration Fees
The following registration fees are payable PER TEAM.
- U16 11-a-side £225
- U15s 11-a-side £215
- All other 11-a-side £195
- 7-a-side £145
Under Occupancy Surcharges
The prices quoted for each of the UK tournament venues are based on full 4 & 6 berth occupancy and a minimum of 7 people occupying an 8 berth unit. The following scale of additional charges therefore apply where a unit is under occupied for what ever reason.
| Supplementary charge payable | ||||||||
| Persons Sharing | 4 Berth Unit | 6 & 8 Berth Unit | ||||||
| 2 Persons |
£60 per person |
N/A | ||||||
| 3 Persons |
£20 per person |
N/A |
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For example: - Three people occupying a four berth unit would be subject to a supplement of £20 per person making a total of £60 N.B. - No supplementary charge for 5 persons occupying a 6 berth unit, 7 persons occupying an 8 berth unit.








