UK School Games 2008

Bristol and Bath are to host the third UK School Games in 2008, featuring some of the most talented sporting youngsters of school age from around the United Kingdom.

This showcase event will see young athletes compete in nine different sports at venues across Bristol and Bath, from 28th to 31st August.

Sports include athletics, badminton, fencing, gymnastics, judo, swimming, table tennis, volleyball, and new for 2008, hockey. In addition, an opening and closing ceremony and athletes' village will give the competitors experience of a major multi-sport event as an integral part of their preparation for entering the world of elite sport.

The UK School Games will be supplemented by a series of community sport and cultural events taking place across the West of England throughout the summer.

UK School Games Venues
The University of Bath campus will host the athletics, volleyball, table tennis and fencing competitions.

The University of the West of England (UWE) will be the venue for badminton and hockey.

Millfield School will host the swimming event.

Filton College will host the gymnastics and judo competitions.

Visit the UK School Games page for fantastic discounts and savings for competitors, friends and family.

 Facilities

Provider Preferences

• In town/city centre
• Indoor Event
• Outdoor Event

Establishment Features

• Cater for groups