Working with the FA's DNA foundations Pitchside aims to use small sided sessions and games to improve player's abilities whilst enjoying the game. More touches, more goals, more fun!
Back by popular demand! Our Pitchside Football Beach Soccer tournaments return for 2026 on Cleethorpes Beach, giving boys’ teams the chance to experience football in a fun, summer festival environment.
each soccer is fast-paced, exciting and a brilliant way to try something different during the off-season. Played on sand, the game encourages creativity, confidence and plenty of action, with simple rules that keep the focus on fun and attacking play.
Key rules at a glance:
5v5 (10 players max per team)
All Free kicks direct
Fouled player must take the shot (unless injured)
No Offsides
No walls (blocking freekicks)
No footwear
Thrown-ins can be taken with hands or feet
Medals for Winners and runners up.
Age Groups based on 2026-27 Season. No academy/JPL teams or players allowed.
Venue: Cleethorpes Beach, Cleethorpes, DN35 8SE
Date: Saturday 11th July 2026
AGE GROUP
TIME
FORMAT
SQUAD SIZE
ENTRY FEE
U9
PM
5v5
10
£55
U10
AM
5v5
10
£55
U11
PM
5v5
10
£55
U12
AM
5v5
10
£55
U13
PM
5v5
10
£55
U14
AM
5v5
10
£55
(Note: We reserve the right to amend timings based on number of entries. Notice will be given in these circumstances.)
AGE GROUPS BASED ON 2026-27 SEASON.
Strictly no academy/JPL teams or players allowed.
As per FA rules teams wholly made up of girls can enter at an age group below their current age group in the boys competition. E.g. an U9 girls team can enter at U8.