Hey there, hockey family! 🏑
After an absolutely brilliant August Bank Holiday weekend this year, your favourite festival hosts are already gearing up to do it all again next year! It’s only been a few weeks since the last one and we’re already getting loads of interest — which tells us one thing… we definitely haven’t lost our touch 😉
The teams who joined us this year had an amazing time and many are already asking to come back — which makes us incredibly proud. And next year is extra special as we celebrate our 15th year hosting ‘The Norman Todd Memorial’ Festival’ 🎉
But here’s where things get even bigger and better…
Adult Hockey Festival
29th – 30th August 2026
August Bank Holiday Weekend
Our Adult Festival will return across the August Bank Holiday weekend — running alongside our legendary S&BeerFest once again and that means…
Hockey | Eat | Drink | Dance
And a whole lot of banter.
We’re talking non-stop fun both on and off the pitch. Competitive hockey during the day, festival vibes in the evening, live music, great atmosphere and that classic “hockey family” feel that makes this weekend so special.
They don’t say hockey has a beer problem for no reason, right? 😂
It’s competitive, it’s social, it’s loud, and it’s a weekend you’ll be talking about long after the final whistle blows.
Youth Hockey Festivals
27th – 28th June 2026
Last weekend in June
2026 also brings something exciting — the return of our Youth Hockey Festival.
This will be a dedicated single-day event across the weekend, focused entirely on young hockey talent and creating an unforgettable experience for all involved.
Saturday:
U10s & U12s
Sunday:
U14s & U17s
This is all about fast games, big smiles, great sportsmanship and giving young players the chance to experience festival-style hockey in a fun, positive and energetic environment.
No beer tents.
No late-night music.
Just great hockey, team spirit and brilliant memories being made.
It’s about inspiring the next generation, building confidence, and letting young players feel like the stars of the show.
Hockey | Eat | Dance
HOCKEY, CAMPING, LIVE MUSIC & BEER
Ladies and gents, hold onto your hats because This year’s festival is going to be a fantastic one again – celebrating our fourth year of doing a seven-a-side hockey festival extravaganza! That’s right, it’s going to be another year of top-festival hockey which is giving you more of what you love, entertainment, banter and good old-fashioned fun hockey.
Now, we know what you’re thinking – “why mess with a good thing?” So we haven’t, we’re all about pushing boundaries and trying new things but also not about reinventing the wheel. Just like last year, this means we can fit more teams into the mix, which means even more opportunities to show off your silky skills, on and off the pitch.
But wait… there’s more excitement coming your way! We’re thrilled to announce that we’ll be offering camping at the hockey festival grounds. Yes, you heard it right! You can now extend the fun beyond the field and immerse yourself in the full festival experience under the starlit sky.
So, get your kit ready and start practicing those fancy moves, we mean skills… It’s going to be a weekend of non-stop action, laughter, camaraderie, and now, camping adventures. We can’t wait to see you there!
Youth Hockey Festival – Early Bird: November to February – Late Bloomer: March to June
Youth Team NowAdult Hockey Festival – Early Bird: November to February – Late Bloomer: April to June
Adult Team Now
Hockey
Camping
Live Music
Beer
Food
Southport Se7ens
The Hockey Festival
Saturday and Sunday August Bank Holiday Weekend
The Hockey Festival is organised by Southport Hockey Club and is a memorial event for Norman Todd who was a stalwart of the club for many years.
This year’s event includes:
- Camping (Friday to Monday)
- Men’s Se7ens (Saturday)
- Women’s Se7ens (Saturday)
- Mixed Se7ens (Sunday)
S&BeerFest
The Beer Festival
Friday to Monday August Bank Holiday Weekend
The Beer Festival is organised by Southport & Birkdale Sports Club, which has been going for many years and it is the premier event for the club, which many local people attend.
What’s on offer…
- Multiple varieties of Beers, Ales and Ciders
- Shots Bar
- Live Music as well as a DJ’s throughout the Day and Evening(s)
- Multiple Bars offering various beverages
- Food Stalls with various options
Locations
Hockey Festival will be played on a sand dressed Astroturf at Greenbank High School which is only a 10min walk from the Beer Festival venue at Southport & Birkdale Sports Club.
The Hockey Festival Venue
Greenbank High School,
Hastings Road,
Southport,
PR8 2LT
The S&BeerFest Festival Venue
Southport & Birkdale Sports Club,
Trafalgar Road,
Southport,
PR8 2HF
