Tournament Information

Barming Youth FC is promoting the Outdoor Kids Sun Safety Code. Please ensure players and spectators arrive sun prepared with SPF30+ sunscreen and a hat. Visit the Melanoma Fund website for further advice on how to protect yourselves and others at the tournament

Melanoma Fund Advice 

1. The address for the venue is Oakwood Park, Maidstone, Kent ME16 0LD (What 3 Words: larger.volume.moons)

2. All vehicles must enter the site via Queens Road. Tonbridge Road entrance will be closed to vehicles. For those just dropping off, use the same access and you will be directed accordingly.

3. When you enter the complex you will be directed to designated parking areas. Please do not park anywhere other than as directed. Under no circumstances should you park at, or restrict access to, the main car park at Oakwood House. They have functions ongoing over the entire weekend.

4. On arrival, and no later than 30 minutes before first kick off (8.30 a.m. or 1.30 p.m.), please register your team at the registration tent. You will need to complete a Player Registration Form (which will be emailed to the registering applicant prior to the tournament, usually 2 weeks before). Failure to pay at least 2 weeks prior  to the tournament will result in your exclusion from the event.

5. Confirmation of times/dates: -

   • Sat 8th June a.m. (first k.o. 9.00 a.m.): Under 7, Under 9, Under 11

   • Sat 8th June p.m. (first k.o. 2.00 p.m.): Under 14, Under 15, Mens, Vets

   • Sun 9th June a.m. (first k.o. 9.00 a.m.): Under 8, Under 10, Under 12, Under 13

   • Sun 9th June p.m. (first k.o. 2.00 p.m.): Under 11 Girls, Under 14 Girls, Under 15 Girls, Ladies 16+

6. In accordance with direction received from the Kent FA we are making the U7s, U8s and U9s a competitive competition with group and knock out stages.

7. Contactless payment is accepted at food and drink stalls

8. You will be provided with a litter bag when you register. Please ensure these are used. 

9. Dogs are not permitted. Please ensure you advise all parents/supporters of your team.

10. Smoking is not permitted, including vapes. Please ensure you advise all parents/supporters of your team.

11. Please ensure you bring a spare kit or bibs to avoid kit clashes with opponents.

12. If there are any queries or problems during the tournament please speak to any BYFC Official at the registration tent or elsewhere.

Please ensure all visitors are made aware of the above.