Blackpool International Cup, Lancs U7 to U16 Boys, U13 to U17 Girls
Selection of Hotels, the Pleasure Beach & a great new Football venue - The Ultimate Football Tour
May Day Bank Holiday Weekend Friday 29th April - Monday 2nd May 2022
After a record number of teams entered in 2019, the Blackpool International trophy continues to go from strength to strength with the addition of a second festival on the Spring bank holiday weekend. With a great selection of accommodation ranging from 4 star luxury hotels to great value smaller hotels and a first class football venue at award winning Stanley Park, it is not hard to see why the tournament is now one of our most popular tours.
As a resort with appeal for the whole family, Blackpool is hard to beat, with superb state of the art attractions and rides to match anywhere in Europe. With its 7 miles of sandy beaches, the famous Golden Mile, historic Blackpool Tower and the Pleasure beach Theme Park with white knuckle rides there is something to keep everyone happy.
May Day Bank Holiday Weekend Tournament
NEW - The location for the tournament really does justify the esteemed standing of the event with our new venue at the superb Stanley Park. The Grade II-listed park has been voted the best park in the UK for the second time in three years and is less than 3 miles from most of our Hotels!
Stretching across 390 breath-taking acres, this oasis of elegance boasts a magical blend of architecture, horticulture and recreation. Known across the land for its bandstand, boating lake and Italian gardens, this beautiful, tranquil place is a world away from the hustle and bustle of Blackpool seafront. Blackpool Zoo is close by and a model village* is in the grounds of Stanley Park - making it great for families with young children. The park is split into four zones: the north and western formal gardens; the eastern area lake and woodland area; and the south stretch containing children’s play areas and sports facilities - the venue for our tournament. With plenty of open space in spectacular surroundings and excellent pitches - Stanley Park is a venue to aspire to!
The exciting Celebrity Presentation Evening will be held at The Globe Theatre - part of the Blackpool Pleasure Beach complex! With seating for up to 1100 people, 2 bars and a raised oval stage - we think The Globe is an exciting venue for our event! In the past we have welcomed some of the legends of the game at our Celebrity Presentation evenings including ex England and Liverpool star John Barnes and former European golden boot winner Kevin Phillips. Who will you meet in 2022?
Blackpool is a hugely popular location for holidaymakers - with thousands travelling year after year to experience the fun and excitement on offer. We think it's the perfect location for a fun filled football tour and are proud to stage The Blackpool International Trophy Football Tournament close to lively Blackpool.
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*Entry fees apply for the zoo and model village.
Gallery
Thank you for a fantastic tournament. It was a good set up at AFC Blackpool and VIVA was a great venue for the presentation.
BJFF Predators FC
Accommodation:
Standard & Superior Hotel Options
For 2022, we are delighted to offer a great range of 2 and 3 star hotels in Blackpool that will suit a range of different budgets. Most of the hotels offer twin, double and triple rooms with some offering family rooms sleeping 4.
Standard 2* Hotels
All these hotels provide a nice level of comfort and are perfect for teams looking for great value for money. The standard hotel range include:
- Chequers Plaza Hotel
- Henson Hotel
- Craig y Don Hotel
Superior 3* Hotels
All these hotels offer an extra level of comfort and luxury. The Cliffs and Sheraton hotels offer swimming pools. The superior range include:
- The Cliffs Hotel
- The Lawton Hotel
- Beechfield Hotel
- Tiffanys Hotel
- Lindum Hotel
- Blenheim Mount Hotel
For 2022 we have the fantastic 4 star The Grand Hotel (formerly the Hilton Hotel) and the 4 star Imperial Hotel.
4 star The Grand Hotel
Perfect for a family football tour, The Grand is one of the best hotels in Blackpool and offers beautiful views and easy access to popular local attractions such as Blackpool Pleasure Beach.
Indoor pool and sauna
Enjoy complimentary access to the LivingWell Health Club during your stay. Kids and adults alike will love swimming in the heated pool or you can keep up with your health routine in the 24-hour fitness centre that offers exercise classes.
Family Guest Rooms
Discover a home away from home perfect for all the family in The Grand's family guest rooms. These comfortable rooms are able to accommodate all family needs offering bunk or sofa beds for children. Stay entertained with the in-room movie channel on the LCD flat screen TV or simply relax. Sleeps two adults and two children.
NEW - 4 Star The Imperial Hotel
The Imperial Hotel, Blackpool, is a grand 19th Century hotel recalling the opulence and glamour of this famous resort’s Victorian heyday, with all the comforts of modern life.
Situated on North Promenade, The Imperial Hotel is a Blackpool landmark and has welcomed a host of royalty, politicians, statesmen and stars of both the stage and screen over the years. The hotel enjoys spectacular views of the beach to the sea and is close to all major attractions.
Dates and prices per person:
| Blackpool Hotels - Standard & Superior Hotels Bed & Breakfast - Up to 6 person rooms available. The Grand Hotel - Bed & Breakfast - 4 person rooms only. The Imperial Hotel - Bed & Breakfast - Twin, Double, Family 3 & 4 person rooms available. |
Standard Hotels with Breakfast |
Superior Hotels with Breakfast |
4 Star Imperial Hotel Standard Room with Breakfast |
4 Star The Grand Hotel 4 Person Family Rooms with Breakfast |
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| May Day Weekend Fri 29th April - Mon 2nd May 2022 |
3 Night Stay (All room types) All prices are per person. | £143 | £169 | £176 | £188 |
| Superior hotels are either 3 star hotels or have swimming pools. The Grand - minimum charge of 4 persons in family rooms. | |||||
| Book this tour with a deposit of £35 per person! | |||||
| Hotel Evening Meal Per Person, Per Day - Option | 0-5 Years | 6-12 Years | 13+ to Adult |
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| Cliffs Hotel - 3 Courses | Free | £8.00 | £14.00 |
| Imperial Hotel - 3 Courses | Free | £15.00 | £20.00 |
Special Offer:
Book before 30th September 2021 and and receive one free place for every 25 persons.
Full deposits are required to qualify for offers.
Tournament info:
Tournament Age Groups
May Day Weekend 2022:
Boys
U7, U8 - 5v5
U9, U10 - 7v7
U11 U12 - 9v9
U13, U14, U15, U16 - 11v11
Girls
U13 - 9v9
U15, U17 - 11v11
Tournament Registration Fees
The following registration fees are payable PER TEAM.
- U15-U16 11v11 £235
- U13-U14 11v11 £205
- 9v9 £159
- 7v7 £150
- 5v5 £145
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!
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. Age groups below are general for all UK tournaments - please check the chart below for which age groups can enter your specific tournament.
U7 & U8 – maximum 45 minutes each day
U9, U10, U11 – maximum 60 minutes each day
U11 playing 9v9 - maximum 80 minutes each day
U11 to U15 – maximum 100 minutes each day
In most cases, teams of the same age 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.
If you are unsure about what age group your players should be entered into, please check the qualifying dates chart in the charts below.
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Age |
Gender |
Players |
Qualifying Date |
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U7 |
Boys |
5v5 |
born after Sept 14 |
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U8 |
Boys |
5v5 |
born after Sept 13 |
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U9 |
Boys |
7v7 |
born after Sept 12 |
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U10 |
Boys |
7v7 |
born after Sept 11 |
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U11 |
Boys |
7v7 Spring Bank
9v9 May Day Weekend |
born after Sept 10 |
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U12 |
Boys |
9v9 |
born after Sept 09 |
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U13 |
Boys |
11v11 |
born after Sept 08 |
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U14 |
Boys |
11v11 |
born after Sept 07 |
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U15 |
Boys |
11v11 |
born after Sept 06 |
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U16 |
Boys |
11v11 |
born after Sept 05 |
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U13 |
Girls |
9v9 |
born after Sept 08 |
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U15 |
Girls |
11v11 |
born after Sept 06 |
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U17 |
Girls |
11v11 |
born after Sept 04 |
WRISTBANDS
Every member of your party booked with R&T Tours will be allocated an R&T wristband. Please be aware that persons without an R&T wristband will not be able to participate in the football tournament or attend the presentation ceremony. Wristbands cannot be purchased separately.
REFEREES AT OUR TOURNAMENTS
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.
TOURNAMENT QUALIFICATION
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.
SCHEDULES
Football schedules, location of pitches, and all tournament information will be displayed on our score centre www.rtscores.co.uk approximately 7 days prior to the start of the tournament. It is extremely important to check this information beforehand.
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 medics.
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