Cringleford International Cup 2026

Cringleford International Cup 2026

1st / 2nd August at Easton College, Norwich, Norfolk

55% of spaces already sold

After two fantastic years, the Cringleford Cup returns for 2026 — bigger, better, and even more international!

This exciting two-day youth football tournament brings together over 1,000 players from U8 to U15 for a weekend of fast-paced, inclusive football. Played on top-quality grass and 3G pitches with qualified referees and visiting teams from across the UK and abroad, the Cringleford Cup 2026 promises a true international experience and a fantastic celebration of grassroots football.

Tournament Format

• Inclusive format for all teams
• Maximum game time with minimal waiting
• Played on quality grass and 3G surfaces
• Saturday - everyone team plays in a final
• Sunday - tiered tournament based on Saturday results
• Winner trophies, medals, and special player awards
• Free team photo and VEOcam match recording (subject to availability)
• Free gift for every player.

Day 1: 2 x groups of 8, with each team playing 7 group games. Every team then plays in a final for a trophy against the corresponding positioned team in the other group (1st v 1st through to 8th v 8th).

Day 2: split into two ability tier tournaments based on results from the Saturday. 2 x groups of 4, with every team progressing to the quarter final. Then traditional knock out semi final and final (including 3rd v 4th playoff)

Playing Time

Each team will play 12–14 games over the weekend, totalling 150–180 minutes of football.

Age Groups, Format & Cost

• U8 & U9 – 5v5 – £99 per team (two days)
• U10 to U15 – 7v7 – £129 per team (two days)
• 2025/26 season age bands
• Less than £7 per player per day
• Boys, girls, and mixed teams welcome
• Girls’ teams may play in the age group below if preferred

Awards & Extras

• Trophy and medals for final winners
• Special awards in each final
• All participants receive a gift
• Free team photo (digital)
• VeoCam match recording where available
• On‑site sports access for staying teams: tennis, basketball, badminton, and more

Previous & Visiting Teams

Recent participants include teams from Rouen (France), Belfast (Northern Ireland), Caernarfon (Wales), Kuwait, Coventry, Oxford, Braintree, Skegness, Birmingham, Kings Lynn, Chichester, Milton Keynes, Colchester, London, Great Yarmouth, Doncaster, Barnsley, Manchester, Huntingdon, Stoke, Ashford, Hastings, Portsmouth, Peterborough, Ware, Ipswich, Southend, and Norwich.

Coach Feedback (2025)

98% satisfied. 91% very satisfied.

Highlights: inclusive format, variety of teams, lots of football with little waiting, quality referees, value for money, strong organisation.

Accommodation

On‑site options from £3.50 per person per night for camping, and from £39.75 per person per night for twin rooms on Half Board (hot breakfast and two‑course dinner with drinks). Off‑site hotel and holiday park options are also nearby.

Make A Weekend Of It

Golf, crazy golf, and a driving range within a 5‑minute walk. Norwich city centre is 10 minutes away. Beaches are within 30 minutes.

Latest Availability

To register your interest, please complete this form: forms.office.com/r/ETCrrrvsXR.

If there is space available, a full briefing pack and the entry form will be provided in due course. The entry fee secures your space.