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THE NOTTINGHAM FOOTBALL FESTIVAL MAY / JUNE 2012 A brand new football tournament for teams of all categories to be played in the city of Nottingham during consecutive weekends in late May and early June. The football will be played at a new facility to the north of the city, just 5 miles from the city centre and close to Sherwood Forest. 10 grass pitches including 11 a side and mini soccer will be used for the tournaments. A spacious clubhouse with terrace overlooking the main pitch will provide refreshments through both weekends.
Nottingham is a city steeped in football and sporting history. Nottingham Forest, twice winners of the European Cup, enjoyed a golden era in the 70's and 80's under the mercurial Brian Clough. Old big 'ed was never afraid to give youth a chance and today the club have one of England's leading football academies at Wilford Road. Notts County are the oldest football league club in the world, formed in 1862. The Magpies were one of the 12 founder members of the football league which gave shape to the way football was played in England and around the world.
ROBIN HOOD CUP 26th / 27th May Categories
SHERWOOD FOREST CUP 2nd / 3rd June Categories
Eligibility and Organisation The football tournament is open to teams who through their national associations are members of FIFA. Teams are divided into groups of 4 or 5 teams, with each playing each other in the qualifying rounds. Qualifying teams progress to the play-offs which lead to finals, others will play in a plate competition. All teams are required to provide, in advance, a list of players dates of birth together with a letter of approval from their International association, if applicable. The competition will be approved by the Football Association.
Accommodation and Prices ISL football tours have arranged a number of accommodation options, including Center Parcs Sherwood Forest and good quality, value for money hotels in Nottingham city centre, including the Park Inn and the Crown Plaza. Center Parcs Center Parcs Sherwood Forest is located just 20 minutes from the tournament venue and offers a wide range of indoor and outdoor activities. The sub tropical swimming paradise maintains a constant temperature of 29.5C and features outdoor rapids, flumes, wave machine, spa pools and lagoon bar. Accommodation is provided in 3 bedroom villas sleeping 6 persons. The villas have a fully fitted kitchen, open plan living and dining area, shared bathroom, multi channel TV, patio area with outdoor furniture and central heating. Bed linen is provided. A limited number of villas are available at £129 per person for early bookings for the Sherwood Forest Cup on 2nd and 3rd June. Price is based on full occupancy of accommodation.
Park Inn by Radisson The Park Inn is located near Nottingham city centre and just 10 minutes from the tournament venue. The hotel has 172 modern rooms equipped with satellite TV, wireless internet and 24 hour room service. Hotel facilities include RBG bar and grill, spa, steam room, fitness centre and indoor swimming pool. Price is based on staying in twin room with buffet breakfast.
Crowne Plaza Hotel The Luxury Hotel Crowne Plaza is situated in Nottingham city centre, 20 minute drive from the tournament location. The 210 bedroom hotel features indoor pool, sauna, steam room, whirlpool, solarium, cocktail lounge and restaurant. Price is based on staying in twin room with buffet breakfast.
Prices (per person) ROBIN HOOD CUP 26th / 27th May
Getting There Nottingham is located in the heart of England, close to the country's motorway network and within easy access by road or rail from London and the UK's major cities. East Midlands airport is 15 miles from Nottingham and has excellent flight connections with the UK and Europe. Low cost airlines using East Midlands airport include bmibaby and ryanair. ISL Football Tours can organise transfers to your accommodation and tournament for teams arriving at East Midlands airport or Nottingham Railway Station. ISL Football Tours also have an established network of coach operators who can provide reasonably priced travel to the Nottingham Football Festival from any point in the UK. Excursions Alton Towers, the UK's leading theme park is located an hour from Nottingham.
How to Book For further information and to enter the 2012 Nottingham Football Festival, please contact ISL Football Tours by e-mail or telephone. The team entry fee confirms your participation. An accommodation deposit of £30 per person is then payable with the balance due 6 weeks before arrival. |
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