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Athletics: Keely Klassic

Olympic 800m champion and newly crowned BBC Sports Personality of the Year winner Keely Hodgkinson has revealed the launch of an exciting new athletics meeting, the Keely Klassic.  Taking place on Saturday 15 February 2025 at Utilita Arena Birmingham, the athletics event will bring together a host of Britain’s world-class track and field talent, culminating in a historic attempt on the longstanding world 800m short track record. The current world record of 1.55.82, set by Jolanda Ceplak of Slovenia on 3 March 2002, the day that Hodgkinson was born, gives an added incentive for Hodgkinson to attempt the record.  "I’m beyond excited to announce the Keely Klassic, my first track race since becoming Olympic champion," Hodgkinson said. "This event is all about bringing energy, passion, an...
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2025 World Snooker Championship 

Taking place from 19 April to 5 May 2025, the World Snooker Championship at the Crucible Theatre in Sheffield, England, is the pinnacle of professional snooker. Since 1977, the Crucible has been synonymous with this prestigious tournament, which crowns the sport’s world champion.  Organised by the World Snooker Tour, the event carries the highest ranking points and prize money, making it the most coveted title in the sport. The tournament spans 17 days and features a grueling format that tests the players' skill, endurance, and mental resilience. The event begins with 32 competitors – 16 seeded players and 16 qualifiers – engaging in a knockout format. Matches progressively increase in length, culminating in an epic best-of-35 frames final.  The Crucible’s intimate setting is integra...
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SailGP: Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix 

For the first time in two years, the SailGP global sailing league will take place on UK waters, with the brand-new venue of Portsmouth hosting the Emirates Great Britain Sail Grand Prix on 19-20 July 2025. This exciting event promises to be a highlight of the British summer of sport, bringing the world’s most exciting race on water to Portsmouth's spectacular shoreline. With top athletes from around the globe competing to gain an edge in the SailGP championship, spectators can expect an unforgettable weekend of thrilling races.  For more details and tickets see sailgp.com SailGP is a premier global sailing championship known for high-speed racing in F50 foiling catamarans. The 2024-2025 season is shaping up to be the series’ most extensive yet, featuring 14 events across iconi...
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Birmingham: a sports travel city guide 
17Nov By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Birmingham: a sports travel city guide 

The English city of Birmingham, located in the West Midlands region, has a proud sporting heritage that reflects its rich industrial past and vibrant cultural present. Affectionately nicknamed “Brum”, Birmingham is a hub of activity, boasting a diverse range of sports teams, iconic venues and major events. Whether you're into athletics, football, cricket or an adventurous traveller seeking new experiences, Birmingham offers something for everyone. Main image: Alexander Stadium in Birmingham (Credit: WikiCommons) The UK’s athletics capital in 2025 In 2025, Birmingham will host the UK’s two biggest athletics events of the year: the UK Athletics Indoor Championships at Utilita Arena from 22-23 February 2025 and the UK Athletics Outdoor Championships at Alexander Stadium from 2-3 Aug...
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UK Athletics Indoor Championships 2025 Birmingham

The 2025 UK Athletics Indoor Championships will be held at Birmingham’s Utilita Arena on 22-23 February 2025. Known for its intimate and high-energy setting, the event will see Britain’s best indoor athletes battle for national glory and qualification for the European Indoor Championships. As one of the most prestigious events on the British indoor athletics calendar, the championships are set to attract an impressive line-up of athletes across sprint, middle-distance, and field events. From the explosive 60m dashes to the tactical finesse of the 1,500m and the thrilling drama of the pole vault and long jump, the competition is expected to deliver edge-of-your-seat action. The compact layout of the Utilita Arena ensures fans are closer to the action than ever, creating an electrifying a...
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Tennis grand slam: The Championships Wimbledon 2025

The Championships Wimbledon, held annually in London SW19, is the oldest and most prestigious of the four grand slam tennis tournaments. Played on its legendary grass courts, and with a history that dates back to its inception in 1877, Wimbledon takes place in 2025 from 30 June to 13 July at the All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club. Steeped in tradition, Wimbledon maintains its charm through strict customs such as the all-white dress code for players, strawberries and cream for spectators, and the attendance of the British Royal Family.  The All England Club’s grass courts are the fastest surface in tennis, making it a haven for big servers and players who favour serve-and-volley tactics. The low bounce of the ball on grass creates a unique challenge, rewarding players with quick ...
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A guide to Wembley Stadium and Wembley Park in London
14Apr By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
Guides, Stadiums & Venues

A guide to Wembley Stadium and Wembley Park in London

London's Wembley Stadium is one of the most iconic sports and entertainment venues in the world. As well as being the home of English football, the stadium also hosts NFL London Games, major finals and big music concerts.  In 2023 Wembley celebrated 100 years since the original stadium opened and in 2024 the venue will host the Uefa Champions League final between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid. The district around the stadium, Wembley Park, has seen huge redevelopment in the past few years. There’s now plenty of places to eat and drink, popular attractions and many new residential buildings.  Here we take a look at Wembley Stadium and the Wembley Park neighbourhood. Key details  Official name: Wembley Stadium connected by EE Website: wembleystadium.com...
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Cycling: 2023 Tour of Britain

The Tour of Britain returns for its 19th edition from 3-10 September 2023. Taking place over eight stages, the cycling event forms part of the UCI ProSeries and will visit England and Wales en route to crowning its next overall champion. The eight stages are:  Grand Depart – Sunday 3 September: Altrincham to Manchester  Stage two – Monday 4 September: Wrexham Stage three – Tuesday 5 September: The Howdens Stage Goole to Beverley Stage four – Wednesday 6 September: Sherwood Forest to Newark-on-Trent Stage five – Thursday 7 September: Felixstowe Stage six – Friday 8 September: Southend-on-Sea to Harlow Stage seven – Saturday 9 September: Tewkesbury to Gloucester Stage eight – Sunday 10 September: Margam Country Park to Caerphilly Fans can enhance their race day ...
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Ultra-marathon: 13 Valleys Ultra

A new ultra-marathon event, 13 Valleys Ultra, will be held in the stunning landscape of the Lake District National Park in England from 29 September to 1 October. Open to everyone, the event will feature three ultra distances – 60km, 100km, and 180km – as well as a 20km trail distance. The 13 Valleys distance (180km) is the pinnacle and will rank alongside some of the toughest tests of ultra running in the world. It represents an exceptional physical and mental challenge and is only open to experienced ultra runners.  This flagship event, in partnership with the Lake District National Park, will create the foundations of a year-round trail that links all 13 valleys of the Lake District National Park together for the first time. See more at 13valleysultra.com and visitlakedistrict.co...
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2025 UK Snooker Championship

Taking place from 29 November to 7 December 2025, the UK Snooker Championship is one of the most prestigious tournaments on the professional snooker calendar. Established in 1977, it is a cornerstone of the sport's Triple Crown, alongside the World Championship and the Masters.  Held annually, the event attracts the world’s top players and offers significant ranking points and prize money, making it a highly competitive and sought-after title. The tournament is traditionally staged in York at the York Barbican, though it has also been hosted in cities like Preston and Telford in the past.  The tournament’s long matches, including best-of-19-frame encounters in the final, challenge players’ skills and stamina, resulting in some of snooker’s most iconic moments. The event's history is ...
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2024-2025 PDC Paddy Power World Darts Championship

The 2024-2025 PDC Paddy Power World Darts Championship, the biggest event in darts, will be held at Alexandra Palace in London, England. It will start on 15 December 2024 and conclude with the final on 3 January 2025. Organised by the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC), 96 of the world’s best darts players will compete for the coveted Sid Waddell Trophy. Luke Humphries is the defending champion after beating Luke Littler 7-4 in the 2024 final at Ally Pally. Humphries will begin his defence on the opening night of the 2024-2025 tournament, with the schedule of play for the first and second rounds now finalised. The pre-Christmas period in the sport's showpiece event will see the first and second rounds played across nine days from 15-23 December. The first double session at this ye...
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Wilderness England: new adventure travel tour operator is launched
23Feb By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
England, Holidays & Trips, Sports Business, Sports Travel

Wilderness England: new adventure travel tour operator is launched

Wilderness England, a new tour operator offering adventure holidays in England’s National Parks and wildest areas, has launched this month.  A sister company to Wilderness Scotland and Wilderness Ireland, Wilderness England will tempt guests to the great outdoors with a programme of guided or self-guided small group trips, self-drive itineraries or private holidays explored on foot or by bike. Launching with 17 new adventures in some of the country’s remotest and most iconic corners, the programme will feature the Lake District, Yorkshire Dales, Peak District, Cotswolds and Northumberland, even sneaking into Wales for outdoor and cultural experiences. Accommodation is hand-picked: small hotels and inns with first rate customer service and fantastic local food. Paul Easto, ma...
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2020 Grand National Festival: event guide, tickets and hospitality options, travel details  
2Mar By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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2020 Grand National Festival: event guide, tickets and hospitality options, travel details  

The sporting world will be watching Aintree as the famous Liverpool racecourse hosts the 2020 Randox Health Grand National Festival for three days in April.  Starting with Liverpool’s Day on Thursday 2 April, the opening day of the festival is described as “one of the region’s best kept secrets” and a popular choice for racing fans and couples alike.  Day two at Aintree, #FabulousFriday (3 April), is Ladies Day. As well as four Grade One races on the track, fashion and style is the order of the day off the track. The final day of the festival, Saturday 4 April, is the big one as the Grand National is held at 5.15pm (UK time). Millions around the world will be watching the £1m Grade 3 handicap steeplechase as the horses jump 30 fences around the 4-mile-2.5-furlong circuit.   Here we loo...
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Rugby union in England 2020: international fixtures, Twickenham events, tickets
4Jan By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Rugby union in England 2020: international fixtures, Twickenham events, tickets

After finishing runners-up in the Rugby World Cup in Japan Eddie Jones’s England team will go into 2020 hoping to impress in the Six Nations championship.  Featuring England, Wales, France, Italy, Ireland and Scotland, the 2020 Six Nations starts on 1 February and finishes on 14 March.  It’s not just the Six Nations England rugby fans have to look forward to this year, there’s also the women’s Six Nations, autumn international fixtures, London Sevens, The Clash and the Premiership final.   Here we take a look at the major rugby union events taking place in England in the next 12 months.  2020 sports calendar: UK and global major sporting events and ticket details Newsletter: sign up for updates from Sports Tourism Media Guinness Six Nations 2020  What: international rugby union cha...
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Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London: 2020 sports events and venue guide
4Jan By Sports Tourism NewsNo Comments
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Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London: 2020 sports events and venue guide

London’s Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park (QEOP) is gearing up for a huge 2020 with many national and international sporting events on the agenda.  Home to venues such as the London Stadium, Copper Box Arena and London Aquatics Centre, QEOP’s 2020 sports calendar includes Premier League football, Tokyo 2020 qualifiers and Major League Baseball.     Peter Tudor, director of visitor services at QEOP, said: “In 2020 we will have a fantastic array of sport on Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park with something to inspire everyone. Not only do we have four different Olympic qualifying events but fans can also watch the world’s best athletes play netball, hockey and baseball – all in fantastic venues set in over 500 acres of wonderful parkland.” QEOP factfile Opened: April 201...
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