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Guernsey U15/U18 Pre-Season Cricket Tour 2026 - 3 nights

This short but high-impact trip offers warm local hospitality, high-quality match preparation, and inspiring coastal scenery, all just a short flight from the UK.

April 2026

Kick-start your cricket season with a focused and exciting pre-season tour on the beautiful island of Guernsey.

Your players will sharpen their skills through training sessions at Elizabeth College, take on local opposition in competitive fixtures, and enjoy optional outdoor adventure activities. It’s the perfect environment to build confidence, teamwork, and momentum before the season begins.

Highlights at a Glance

  • Pre-season training sessions at Elizabeth College
  • Two competitive fixtures (short- and long-format matches)
  • Optional adventure session with Outdoor Guernsey (kayaking, coasteering, canoeing, climbing etc)
  • Hotel accommodation with breakfast and evening meals
  • Flights and airport transfers included
  • Welcome dinner hosted by Elizabeth College

Full Itinerary 

DAY 1

  • Flight from UK airport to Guernsey. 
  • Arrive in Guernsey, where you will be greeted by a Smile representative.
  • Transfer from the airport accommodation and drop off luggage.
  • Transfer to Elizabeth College for training session.
  • Welcome dinner hosted by Elizabeth College.
  • Return to hotel.

DAY 2

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Morning excursion with Outdoor Guernsey for activity (not included in price).
  • Transfer for afternoon game.
  • Return to hotel for dinner and overnight.

DAY 3

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
    Transfer for long-format game.
  • Return to hotel for dinner and overnight.

DAY 4

  • Breakfast at the hotel.
  • Check out and transfer back to the airport for departure.
  • Return flight to UK airport.

Sights of Guernsey

Guernsey blends dramatic coastline with a friendly, laid-back island atmosphere perfect for school groups. Off the field, players can explore rugged cliffs, sheltered beaches, and St Peter Port’s historic harbourfront.

Outdoor Guernsey activities highlight the island’s natural beauty, while short travel times make every excursion convenient.

Whether watching the sunset over the bays or exploring coastal paths between fixtures, Guernsey offers a memorable backdrop for young cricketers.

Bring your developing cricketers to the Channel Islands. Contact Smile Group Travel to secure your preferred dates.

Package Includes

  • Return direct flights from UK airport to Guernsey with 20kg included
  • 3 nights' accommodation on half-board basis at Peninsula Hotel (or similar)
  • Return airport & match transfers**
  • Breakfast & dinner at the hotel daily
  • 1 x training session
  • 2 x cricket fixtures vs local opposition
  • Service of local Smile representative in Guernsey
*3 nights' accommodation on half-board basis at the Peninsula Hotel (or similar). Ratio of 16 players in twin/triple rooms (2 staff FOC in twin room)
***Dependent on staff holding o D1 driver's license enabling insurance on Elizabeth College minibuses (x3)
***Based on flights on Aurigny Air, including 20kg luggage: 16 Apr 2026 - 08:30 London City/Guernsey 09:50; 19 Apr 2026 - 13:40 Guernsey/London City 15:00

Peninsula Hotel, GuernseyVisit Hotel Website

  • Set on a serene headland overlooking Grand Havre Bay, The Peninsula Hotel in Guernsey invites you to experience coastal elegance in one of the Channel Islands’ most picturesque locations.
  • Nestled within five acres of gardens and with direct access to sandy shores, this comfortable hotel features 99 en‑suite rooms, many with spectacular sea views.
  • Enjoy leisurely days by the outdoor pool or on the beach, savour local produce in the restaurant, and relax in the stylish Bar Du Nord.
  • The Peninsula Hotel offers warm service, timeless charm and a tranquil setting for your stay.

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What our customers say about us

"I was very impressed with Smile and would recommend to other schools."

"All the representatives from Smile and their team in Cape Town, were excellent. They were very professional, helpful, supportive and all-round good people. They ensured that the tour was fully inclusive and immersive in South Africa culture, including daily information on the areas we visited and the history. Thank you for making it an excellent tour for our students."

Rob Kench, Director of Sport - Scarborough College, Girls' Hockey Tour: Cape Town

"A thoroughly enjoyable experience!!"

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"Touring with Smile Group Travel earlier in the year was a massive part of our preparation. We put a lot of planning into our tours to ensure our pupils not only get a fantastic experience but also get the top sporting preparation and challenge we want for, from our tours. Everything we try to do is to as high quality as possible for our pupils and Smile certainly help us to make that happen."

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