Guernsey U13 Cricket Festival 2027
The Guernsey U13 Cricket Festival is a fantastic youth cricket tour for boys' and girls' teams, combining competitive matches, team-building and the chance to experience Guernsey. With excellent facilities and a welcoming festival atmosphere, it’s a great cricket experience both on and off the field.
Sample Itinerary:
Friday 30th April
- Travel from the UK to Guernsey by flight or ferry
- Meet and greet by a Smile Group Travel representative upon arrival
- Transfer to your accommodation and check-in
- Afternoon training session at a local cricket ground
- Lunch provided
- Welcome dinner hosted by Elizabeth College
- Return to accommodation for overnight stay
Saturday 1st May
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Festival Fixture 1
- Lunch provided
- Afternoon activity with Outdoor Guernsey (e.g. paddleboarding, kayaking or coasteering)
- Dinner at the hotel or a local restaurant
- Overnight stay
Sunday 2nd May
- Breakfast at the hotel
- Festival Fixture 2
- Lunch provided
- Evening at 19 Bar & Grill, including golf activities and dinner
- Overnight stay
Monday 4th May
- Breakfast and check-out
- Festival Fixture 3
- Lunch provided
- Transfer to the airport or harbour for return travel to the UK
Please note: This itinerary is intended as a guide and may be subject to change.
Festival Information
- T20 matches
- 30-over matches
- Open to U13 boys & girls school/club teams
- Match balls and umpires provided
- Flight and ferry travel can be arranged by Smile Group Travel
- Ferry departures available from Poole and Portsmouth
- Flight options available from Gatwick, London City, Heathrow, Birmingham, Southampton, Exeter, Bristol, Manchester and Dublin
Package Includes
- Guaranteed entry to the Guernsey U13 Cricket Festival
- *3 nights' accommodation at the Peninsula Hotel (or similar)
- Return airport and match transfers throughout the tour
- Full board basis (all meals included)
- One cricket training session
- Three festival matchdays
- Umpires and match balls provided
- Outdoor Guernsey activity (e.g. paddleboarding, kayaking or coasteering)
- Services of a dedicated Smile Group Travel representative in Guernsey
Peninsula Hotel, GuernseyVisit Hotel Website
- Set on a serene headland overlooking Grand Havre Bay, The Peninsula Hotel in Guernsey invites you to experience coastal elegance in one of the Channel Islands’ most picturesque locations.
- Nestled within five acres of gardens and with direct access to sandy shores, this comfortable hotel features 99 en‑suite rooms, many with spectacular sea views.
- Enjoy leisurely days by the outdoor pool or on the beach, savour local produce in the restaurant, and relax in the stylish Bar Du Nord.
- The Peninsula Hotel offers warm service, timeless charm and a tranquil setting for your stay.
What our customers say about us
"A must do!"
"A must do tour if interested in playing cricket abroad!"
"I was very impressed with Smile and would recommend to other schools."
"All the representatives from Smile and their team in Cape Town, were excellent. They were very professional, helpful, supportive and all-round good people. They ensured that the tour was fully inclusive and immersive in South Africa culture, including daily information on the areas we visited and the history. Thank you for making it an excellent tour for our students."
"Many thanks to Smile for giving the boys their first opportunity at recognising what is involved in a rugby tour!"
"The boys had two great fixtures against tough opposition. They were hosted in true Irish style! The hotel was perfect for what the boys needed, we were very well looked after. Many thanks to Smile for giving the boys their first opportunity at recognising what is involved in a rugby tour!"