UK & Channel Islands
Destination
April
Month

Saturday 25th April 2020

Price from £149.00 (2 nights)

Price from £189.00 (3 nights)

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A well established veterans football tournament for the over 35’s, set on the beautiful Channel Island of Jersey.

Jersey

The Channel Island of Jersey lies 100 miles from the south of England and just 14 miles from the coast of France. Jersey offers a blend of British and French influences, a fascinating and complex history, and a stunning coastline and landscape.

The Jersey coastline features majestic cliffs, exposed bays, sandy beaches and rocky coves with fantastic vistas of the Atlantic Ocean. Inland you’ll find lush valleys, unspoilt countryside and cosy village inns.

The island’s capital, St Helier, offers tax free shopping, fine restaurants and a lively nightlife with a range of clubs and late night bars to suit most tastes.

Transport

There are several low cost airlines flying from local airports to Jersey, and there’s the option of travelling by ferry from a choice of south coast ports.

You can book these direct or contact your ISL office for assistance.

  

By Air

Airlines operating direct or interconnecting flights to Jersey for the tournament include:

Airline Departure Airport
Flybe (www.flybe.com) Southampton, Exeter, Birmingham, East Midlands, Manchester, Leeds Bradford, Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Belfast, Guernsey
Blue Islands (www.blueislands.com) Bristol, London City, Guernsey, Amsterdam, Paris, Geneva
Easyjet (www.easyjet.com) Gatwick, Luton, Liverpool
British Airways (www.ba.com) Gatwick, Dublin
Aer Lingus (www.aerlingus.com) Dublin
Aurigny (ww.aurigny.com) Guernsey

By Sea

Condor ferries (www.condorferries.co.uk) provide a low cost option of travelling to Jersey. Relax on board ship and enjoy the cafe bar, duty free shop and lounge areas.

Sail from Poole, Weymouth or St Malo on the fast sea cat or from Portsmouth on the traditional ferry.

Accommodation

The modern 3* Mayfair hotel in St Helier is located a 2/3 minute walk from the centre of Jersey’s capital and its shops, restaurants and nightlife, and a 10 minute walk from the nearest sandy beach at Havre de Pas.

Facilities at the hotel include an indoor heated swimming pool, jacuzzi and steam room, gym, coffee shop, roof top sun terrace, 24 hour room service and free wireless internet. The cordiale lounge bar serves a good selection of local and international beers and with a big screen TV showing football and other sports, is a popular meeting point.

Rooms are twin bedded with en-suite facilities, TV, tea and coffee facilities. Triple rooms are also available if preferred. Single rooms can be provided at a supplement.

  

For extra luxury we offer the fabulous 4* Royal Yacht Hotel on the seafront at St Helier at a supplement of £30 per person per night.

Within the Royal Yacht Hotel there are several bars, nightclub, a luxury spa, fully equipped gym and heated indoor swimming pool, plus three restaurants.

All rooms are luxury twin bedded with contemporary design, flat screen satellite TV, free wi-fi, mini-bar, safe, 24 hour room service.

Single rooms available at a supplement.

  

Typical Itinerary 4 day /3 night tour

1

Friday 24th April

Teams arrive Jersey to be met and transferred to your hotel. Rest of day free in St Helier to enjoy the many attractions, bars, restaurants and nightlife.
2

Saturday 25st April

Transfer to the award winning Le Quennevais Sports Centre for the 24th Jersey Veterans tournament. Teams will be split into groups of 3, 4 or 5 before progressing to the knock out phase. The Final will be followed by the trophy presentation. Return to hotel. Evening free
3

Sunday 26th April

Free day to relax / play golf / go fishing, or a day trip to Guernsey or the beautiful walled port of St Malo in France. Transfer to the airport or port for your return journey
4

Monday 27rd April

Optional departure day

Fully Inclusive of:

3* hotel accommodation on a bed & breakfast basis. Transfers to / from your point of arrival and tournament transportation from your hotel. Participation in the 22nd Jersey International Veterans Football Festival, services of ISL Football Tours and States of Jersey throughout your stay.

Team Entry Fee is £50.

Prices

£149 per person (2 nights)

£189 per person (3 nights)

To Proceed

 Deposit requirements are £40 per person or initial deposit of £500 per team with balance of deposit within 28 days. Balance of tour is due 8 weeks prior to departure. Please contact your nearest ISL Football Tours office for a booking form or further information.

Age Groups

Veterans Men’s Age Over 35 years

History

ISL Football Tours, together with the Sport, Leisure and Recreational Department of the States of Jersey and the Jersey Tourist Office, are pleased to confirm that the 24th Jersey International Veterans Football Festival will take place on Saturday 25th April 2020.

The tournament is open to men’s teams of age 35 and above. A maximum of 16 teams can participate in the competition. Matches are 2 x 17.50 minutes and teams will play a minimum of 4 games.

All matches will be played at Le Quennavais Sport Centre, Jersey. There are four beautifully manicured full size pitches on this modern, attractive complex, which also boasts swimming pool, bar, cafe and other recreational facilities. Le Quennavais is situated just over 4 miles from the capital of St. Helier. All sections of the Jersey media will again be covering the event, including newspapers, radio and television

Roll of Honour (Past Winners)

2019 BRENTHAM SPORTS London
2018 JERSEY SCOTTISH Jersey
2017 JERSEY SCOTTISH Jersey
2016 MONTPELIER East Sussex
2015 MANZUR Guernsey
2014 REAL PHOENIX Peterborough
2013 RANGERS Guernsey
2012 WYRESDALE Bolton
2011 WYRESDALE Bolton
2010 ST PETER Jersey
2009 SPORTING ACADEMICALS Jersey
2008 WARLINGHAM Surrey
2007 REGINALD London
2006 NUTFIELD Surrey
2005 BLYTH HILL London
2004 BLYTH HILL London
2003 SPORTING ACADEMICALS Jersey
2002 ST OUEN Jersey
2001 ST PAUL Jersey
2000 FIRST TOWER Jersey
1999 TONGHAM Surrey
1998 CAEN France

2020 Participants

1. OLD BOLTONIANS Bolton
2. RYDE SAINTS Isle of Wight
3. HILLS FARM LANE West Sussex
4. ST OUEN Jersey
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Jersey Vets Football Tournament