Sports

Sports

What is it? 

Sport is one of the most widely varied recreational pursuits ever. It includes world famous sports such as Football, Rugby, Tennis and Cricket though to many more unusual types you may never have heard of - watersports have been classified separately to this listing, click HERE for more details.

What does it involve?

Sport usually involves physical movement and the aim of achieving a goal, and can be played as part of a competition, for pleasure or for exercising. Special equipment is usually part of sport, with the most common element being a ball. 

Why do it and what are the benefits?

Practicing sport is one of the best ways to exercise, as it allows you to have fun whilst doing so! It's also a great way of building self-confidence and bonds within a group, and can actually help prevent stress related illnesses. 

What equipment do we need?

A lot of sport requires specialist equipment, but most of it is reasonably cheap and will allow you to practice sport within your own grounds! However, there are many sports that require visiting somewhere more specialist, and these places will provide the equipment for you; for example, indoor skydiving will mean a trip to the provider, but will be an unforgettable experience!

Who is it suitable for?

Sport can be suitable for any ages as long as it's practiced correctly!

Costs?

The costs of practicing sport can vary from completely free to reasonably expensive - some types of sport require careful instruction from qualified tutors and a lot of specialist equipment! Choose carefully depending on your budget.

Issues/Things to think about? (unsuitable for age groups, medical conditions etc)

Younger children may not enjoy some sports such as others! More physically demanding activities such as boxing or wrestling may not be suitable for smaller children - be aware of the needs of the group!

How do we include?

Disability in sport has become extremely well catered for, so there is guaranteed to be something everyone in your student body can join in with. 

Doing it abroad?

Sport is practiced all over the world, so definitely make sure you research what is popular locally! There will be many sports practiced widely abroad that aren't so popular in the UK, so a trip abroad may be the only chance for some people to have a go!

Main website: 

Visit our National Associations and Governing Bodies for Sports page to see a great list of popular available sports and their specific informational websites.

 

See the list below for venues and providers who deliver this activity:

Victoria Park

A tree-lined riverside park for families and sport
Venue Type: 
Parks and Gardens
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Offers several adventure play areas with a wide range of equipment, summer paddling pool and loads of sports space including 10 all weather tennis courts, bowls and cricket, plus the half mile circuit.

Victoria Park was opened to mark Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee in 1899 and still fulfils a vital role in the community's recreation and leisure.

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Stoke City Football Club

Venue Type: 
Sports Stadia
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Ever wanted to see behind the scenes at the home of Stoke City Football Club? Well now you can!

Tours of the Britannia Stadium are available throughout the week and give supporters full access to rooms and suites that most will have never seen before.

They include visits to the first team dressing rooms, executive boxes, the Sir Stanley Matthews Lounge, pitchside (including dugouts) and many other special parts of the stadium.

Tours last approximately 45 minutes, are subject to availability and have to booked two weeks prior to a visit.

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O2 Arena

Venue Type: 
Arenas and Exhibition Centres
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As well as concerts, exhibitions and sporting events the O2 plays host to bowling, you can watch a film, find out how to make a TV programme at the Sky Studios and you can even climb on our famous domed roof to catch the fabulous view across London.

 

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Bovey Castle

Venue Type: 
Castles
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Bovey Castle is history, excitement, glamour, adventure and the perfect retreat. 

Where else can you wear your Hunter wellies at 8am, golf spikes at 3pm and Manolo Blahniks for dinner? But while we offer our guests luxury and indulgence, this isn't a stuffy hotel where you can’t sit on the furniture or let your kids enjoy themselves.

Bovey Castle is a place where you can live out your dreams, then put your feet up. 

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Abbey Park Leicester

Venue Type: 
Parks and Gardens
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Abbey Park lies approximately one mile north of the City centre. The River Soar divides this beautiful park into two distinct areas: to the east of the river lies the highly decorative Victorian part of the park with its evergreen shrubberies, trees, lakes and formally planted flower displays.

Enjoy exploring a Chinese garden, historical ruins, canals and boating lakes. Abbey Park is also home to fun fairs and festivals. A tearoom is also open for refreshments.

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Newbold Comyn Country Park

Venue Type: 
Parks and Gardens
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This extensive park, over 120 hectares (300 acres), was laid out in the 1970’s. Formerly Newbold Comyn Farm, it was acquired by Leamington Corporation in 1943. The northern half is an 18-hole pay-and-play golf course; the southern half provides for recreation, sport and wildlife. The old farmhouse is now a pub, the Newbold Comyn Arms. Newbold Comyn Leisure Centre has a 25 metre swimming pool, children’s fun pool, Pyramids fitness suite and other facilities.

Welches Meadow and the Leam Valley Local Nature Reserves are situated in Newbold Comyn Country Park.

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Beehive Farm Woodland Lakes

Venue Type: 
Wildlife and Nature
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In this most southerly part of rural Derbyshire, Beehive Farm Woodland Lakes offers visitors lots of fun ways to enjoy a very special corner of the New National Forest. They have over 66 acres of emerging young woodland to explore with thriving wildlife, fishing lakes and a family-friendly animal farm.

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Center Parcs - Woburn Forest Holiday Forest

Venue Type: 
Outdoor Activity
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Located near Luton, Milton Keynes and Dunstable, you can visit Center Parcs Woburn Forest to enjoy an active or relaxing stay.

At the heart of the Village Square is our iconic Subtropical Swimming Paradise for all the family to enjoy. Explore all that the Indoor Plaza has to offer, home to the Hotel and Spa Suites and our most innovative spa, Aqua Sana. At both the Village Square and the Plaza you’ll find family favourite restaurants and a fantastic selection of shops.

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Raleigh Park

Venue Type: 
Parks and Gardens
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Raleigh Park is 27 sloping acres, outside the city boundaries between Botley and North Hinksey. It has recently been accredited with Local Wildlife Site.

The land was formerly part of the estates of the Harcourt family. The land was sold in 1924 to Raymond Ffennell, then owner of Wytham Abbey, who gave it to the City of Oxford for use as a park. It was named in honour of Professor Sir Walter Raleigh, who lived nearby on Harcourt Hill and died in 1922.

Park features

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Dinton Pastures Country Park

Venue Type: 
Parks and Gardens
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Huge park offering lakes, meadows and rivers for exploration, plus a multi activity centre and adventure playground. Incorporates a proper 9 hole golf course please note not crazy or mini golf though beginners welcome.

It offers a variety of habitats including 7 lakes, 2 rivers, and meadows. 3 public bird hides provide secret viewing of the waterfowl, with 1 specially adapted for wheelchair users.

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