Prestbury Phantoms – Football Tour to France & Holland

July 8, 2026

Fox Sports Travel delivered a six-day overseas football tour for Prestbury Phantoms, providing four teams with the opportunity to compete internationally while experiencing a range of professional and recreational activities throughout the Easter break. Travelling by two executive coaches, the touring party departed Prestbury Phantoms and made their way to Dover before crossing by ferry to Calais and continuing to Lille, France.
Upon arrival in Lille, the squad checked into their hotel, where they could unwind after the journey with a choice of pizza, burgers or pasta in the hotel restaurant. With the city centre just a short walk away, there was also time to explore the local surroundings before preparing for the following day’s activities.
After breakfast on day two, the team took part in a training session before visiting the impressive Decathlon Arena – Stade Pierre-Mauroy, home of French Ligue 1 side LOSC Lille. The behind-the-scenes stadium tour offered a unique insight into the professional game before the group continued their journey into the Netherlands.
On arrival at Centre Parcs Limburgse Peel, everyone settled into their accommodation and took full advantage of the resort’s excellent facilities, including a variety of restaurants, evening entertainment and the popular Aqua Mundo water park.
The football action began on day three as all four Prestbury Phantoms teams competed in the Holland Easter Open, one of Europe’s largest youth football tournaments. Across two days of competition, the club represented itself with pride, testing itself against international opposition while demonstrating resilience, teamwork and excellent sportsmanship. Across the 4 age groups, three were crowned champions… an outstanding achievement!
With the tournament complete, the squad celebrated with a well-earned visit to Efteling Theme Park. The day offered a welcome opportunity to unwind away from the football, allowing everyone to experience one of Europe’s most popular theme parks before returning to Centre Parcs for a final evening together.
On the final morning, the touring party checked out before travelling back to Calais to board the Eurotunnel to Folkestone, completing the journey home after an action-packed six-day adventure.
Overall, Fox Sports Travel delivered a well-organised and rewarding football tour to France and Holland that successfully balanced competitive international football with outstanding leisure experiences. The carefully planned itinerary provided opportunities for player development, team bonding and cultural experiences, leaving everyone with lasting memories while further strengthening the club both on and off the pitch.
If you are looking to provide your football team an experience like this, contact Fox Sports Travel – [email protected] / 01452941000
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Ryan Barnett

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Coney Hill RFC Colts | Majorca Rugby Tour Review

July 1, 2026

Fox Sports Travel was pleased to organise a successful overseas tour for Coney Hill RFC Colts to Majorca, delivering a well-structured itinerary that combined leisure, team bonding and competitive rugby in one of Mallorca’s most popular coastal destinations.
The tour began with departure from Bristol Airport, with the squad flying to Palma and transferring to Majorca. On arrival, the group checked into a well-located hotel offering excellent facilities, including a pool area set close to the bright blue Mediterranean coastline. The first day was kept deliberately relaxed, allowing the team to settle in and familiarise themselves with the resort. With an all-inclusive board basis in place, the squad enjoyed food and drinks throughout the day before spending the evening in a relaxed beachfront bar, providing an informal and sociable start to the tour.
The second day focused on a key leisure highlight, with the group spending the majority of the day at a local water park. This proved to be one of the standout experiences of the trip, offering a full day of activity and entertainment away from the rugby environment. In the evening, the squad continued their social programme with a visit to a karaoke bar, where group games and shared singing helped strengthen team cohesion and create lasting memories.

On day three, the squad spent time exploring Majorca and relaxing on the beach, with many players taking part in informal games and enjoying the coastal setting. The main event of the day was a closely contested rugby fixture against Ponent Rugby Club. Despite a committed performance, Coney Hill RFC were narrowly defeated, with fatigue from the touring schedule contributing to the result. Following the match, the hosts welcomed both teams for an outstanding post-match Argentinian barbecue, providing a generous spread of food and refreshments and an excellent example of rugby hospitality.

On the final day, the group checked out of the hotel and transferred back to Palma Airport for their return flight to Bristol, concluding a memorable and well-organised overseas tour.

This Coney Hill RFC Majorca tour demonstrated the value of combining structured leisure activities, competitive sport and strong social experiences, resulting in a rewarding and enjoyable end-of-season touring experience for all involved.

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Ryan Barnett

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Salcombe Rugby Club tour to Bordeaux

July 1, 2026

Salcombe Rugby tour to FranceFox Sports Travel was delighted to organise another successful overseas rugby tour for Salcombe RFC, delivering a well-planned itinerary that combined competitive rugby, quality accommodation and the opportunity to experience the vibrant city of Bordeaux.

The tour began with a direct flight from Bristol to Bordeaux, where the squad was met by a private coach and transferred to their centrally located hotel. With easy access to the city’s tram network and attractions, the players enjoyed time exploring Bordeaux’s historic streets, riverside cafés and lively social scene before preparing for their tour fixture.

The highlight of the weekend came on Saturday, when Salcombe RFC travelled to face Etoile Sportive Eysinaise Rugby. The hosts provided outstanding hospitality, welcoming the touring side with a post-match barbecue and the chance to watch their first team in action. On the field, the match proved to be one of Salcombe’s closest touring fixtures to date, with the visitors narrowly losing 26–24 after a highly competitive contest.

Following the fixture, the group returned to Bordeaux to enjoy the city’s renowned bars, restaurants and rugby atmosphere before spending their final day sightseeing ahead of their return flight to Bristol.

Reflecting on the tour, Salcombe RFC praised both the destination and the organisation provided by Fox Sports Travel.

“The highlight was definitely the fixture with the host club. It was the closest game we’ve ever had on tour and the hospitality afterwards was outstanding. I’d highly recommend sending teams there again.”

The club also commended the smooth organisation throughout the weekend.

“Everything was exactly as you had prepared. The bus transfers were perfectly on time and the whole tour ran smoothly. No need to look at other operators once again after you smashed it.”

Whether you’re planning a rugby tour to Bordeaux or another European destination, Fox Sports Travel provides a complete touring package, arranging flights, accommodation, fixtures, transport and tailored itineraries to create unforgettable experiences on and off the pitch.

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Ryan Barnett

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