Festival League

Introduction

The Festival League is an amateur football league based in the United Kingdom. It is a Sunday league, which means that matches are played on Sundays rather than Saturdays. The league is open to all players, regardless of age or ability.

History

The Festival League was founded in 1970 by a group of friends who wanted to play football for fun. The league has since grown to become one of the largest amateur football leagues in the UK, with over 1,000 teams competing in it each season.

Format

The Festival League is divided into a number of divisions, based on the level of ability of the teams. Each division has a regular season, followed by a playoff to determine the champions. The top teams from each division are promoted to the next division, while the bottom teams are relegated to the lower division.

Rules

The Festival League follows the standard rules of association football. However, there are a few additional rules that are specific to the league. For example, all players must be over the age of 16, and there is a limit on the number of players who can be registered with each team.

Venues

The Festival League matches are played at a variety of venues, including local parks, schools, and sports grounds. The league also has a number of its own dedicated pitches.

Cost

The cost of participating in the Festival League varies depending on the division. However, the average cost is around £100 per team per season. This includes the cost of registration, insurance, and referee fees.

Contact

For more information about the Festival League, please visit their website: www.festivalleague.co.uk

Sources

• Festival League website
• Wikipedia article on Sunday league football
• The FA website on Sunday leagues