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
Mayday 2011
Boys U7s to U11s - Mini Soccer
Boys U12s to U14s - 11 a side
Girls U11s to U16s - Mini Soccer
Spring Bank 2011
Boys U7s to U11s - Mini Soccer
Boys U12s to U16s - 11 a side
Girls U11s to U16s - Mini Soccer
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
Pontins Prestatyn Sands Holiday Centre
Prestatyn Sands Holiday Park is perfect for younger families with stacks to keep the smallest (and noisiest) members of the family busy. Kid’s activities are all supervised by qualified staff, so you can relax and watch as they whizz around Captain Croc’s Driving School or have a go at bungee trampolining. There is so much to do for everyone - whether you want to splash in the pool, try the Water Walkerz, play tennis or pool the choice is yours. Plus of course a host of evening entertainment with the famous Pontins Bluecoats.
With three different levels of Apartment type we can meet any need, from couples to parties of eight. Planning a fun packed Holiday? Club Apartments are closer to the action and include a host of extras with the luxury of an early check in so that you can spend time having fun with your family. At Pontins “Outstanding Value for Money” prices you can afford to treat yourselves!
Tournament Information 2011
The Wales Challenge Cup proved to be a big success in 2010 with the tournament attracting teams from Wales, England, Scotland & Ireland. The football is played at Holywell High school on good quality football pitches. Holywell High School has many mini and fullsize pitches. The facilities include changing rooms, toilets, first aid and plenty of parking.
In 2010 the Wales Challenge Cup welcomed Liverpool and Republic of Ireland legend John Aldridge as the special guest. The combination of a fantastic football tournament, North Wales premier Holiday Park and a spectacular presentation evening makes the Wales Challenge Cup one of our most sought after venues.
Tournament Format - general
The actual format of each 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 (non competitive) – maximum 45 minutes each day
U9, U10, U11m – maximum 60 minutes each day
U11 playing 9V9 - maximum 80 minutes each day
U11 to U16 – maximum 100 minutes each day
All girls age groups will be playing as 7 a side
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.
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 website approximately 7 days prior to the start of the tournament, in the My Schedules section. 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 paramedics.
| Age Groups | |||||||||||
| Age Group | U7 | U8 | U9 | U10 | U11m | U11 | U12 | U13 | U14 | ||
| Born on or after | Sept 2004 | Sept 2003 | Sept 2002 | Sept 2001 | Sept 2000 |
Sept 2000 |
Sept 1999 | Sept 1998 | Sept 1997 | ||
| 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 2011
| 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
| Pontins Prestatyn Sands Holiday Park |
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| Arrive | Depart | Nights | Budget Chalets |
Classic Chalets |
Club Chalets |
Half Board Upgrade Supplement |
| Spring Bank Holiday Fri 27th May |
Mon 30th May |
3 | £69 |
£83 |
£96 |
£24.00 per child & £32.00 per adult |
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 6 places - TWO GO FREE.
Seven in an Eight Berth Discount
When you have 7 persons in an eight-berth unit you will only pay for 6 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
- 9-a-side & 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.
