CELEBRATE ’66 WORLD CUP GLORY

CELEBRATE ’66 WORLD CUP GLORY AND A SUMMER OF FOOTBALL FEVER 
To mark 50 years since we triumphed at the World Cup on 30 July 1966, there are a host of activities planned across the country for footie fans to celebrate that glorious victory and reminisce about a time when English football could rightfully claim to be the best the world has to offer. With the Euros also approaching (10 June – 10 July), the country will be awash with football fever, so team up, take part and help keep the memory of 1966 alive as well as look to football’s future. You’ll kick yourself if you miss out…
 
Revel in the ‘1966: Still Gleaming’ exhibition, National Football Museum, Manchester
25 June 2016 – 31 January 2017
50 years on from England’s golden summer, put yourself in the middle of the action with a unique exhibition from the National Football Exhibition. With stories from the people who made, played and watched the games of the iconic tournament, this exhibition celebrates England’s success and looks at the legacy of that win. The 1966 Jules Rimet trophy and ball from the final are at the heart of the exhibition and new immersive technology will recreate the atmosphere of Wembley on that famous day, giving visitors their own seat in the final. Entry costs £5.
www.nationalfootballmuseum.com
 
Relive the glory with World Cup ’66 Minute by Minute at The SSE Arena, Wembley 
30 July 2016
A spectacular live stage show for all the family retells the incredible story of England’s historic World Cup through current reflections and historic footage live in real time from the SSE Arena. The ground breaking stage show will be broadcast live on BBC Radio 2 and relayed to cinemas from the SSE Arena, yards from where the original game was played. Kick-off is at 3pm – exactly 50 years to the minute later! Music, fashion and football combine into a once in a lifetime event as the story is retold of the historic day England fans will never forget. Tickets available from £35 from SEE Tickets.
www.ssearena.co.uk/ www.seetickets.com/
 
Pay tribute by watching Bo66y, screened at Curzon, Canterbury (as well as other select cinemas)
13 June (8.30pm) & 15 June (1pm) 2016
The revealing story of triumph and tragedy behind British football’s greatest hero who famously captained England to victory with their only World Cup win in 1966. Produced by sports broadcaster and family friend Matthew Lorenzo, this film gives that opportunity for Bobby Moore’s admirers all over the world to pay their respect to this inspirational figure. Sir Geoff Hurst, Ray Winstone, Harry Redknapp, and Russell Brand all contribute interviews for this revealing documentary.
www.curzoncinemas.com/canterbury/film-info/bobby
 
Celebrate with The Ultimate Football Experience, St George’s Park, Staffordshire
This unforgettable England experience combines football, fun and top-class coaching in The FA’s very own National Football Centre, home to all 24 England teams as they train ahead of international fixtures. You’ll be taught the latest techniques from a dedicated FA Licensed Coach, who’ll spend 1 hour 45 minutes playing a fun-based football activity and will include elements of the FA Future Game training sessions with technical, tactical, psychological and physical challenges. The sessions welcome groups of 12+ of all ages and ability, £30 per person.
www.thefa.com
 
Immerse yourself in pride with Newcastle United Stadium Tours, Newcastle
Soak up the atmosphere and walk in the footsteps of Newcastle United’s finest players in an experience which highlights the club’s proud history. A stadium tour captures the rich history of St James’ Park, home to Newcastle United since 1892. Glimpse behind the scenes, sit in the dressing rooms and experience a walk down the tunnel towards the hallowed turf. Adults £15; concessions £12; juniors £8.
www.nufc.co.uk
 
Get your kicks from a Football Stadium and Historic London Pubs tour, London
19 May – 29 September 2016
To celebrate all things football, take a guided tour of Emirates Stadium, home to Arsenal FC, where you’ll visit the Stadium’s unique museum packed with football memorabilia. You can then head through the backstreets of London to discover three of the capital’s oldest pubs (between them they have survived the Great Fire of London, Second World War bombs and post modernisation) and learn all about the brewing process and have the chance to sample some beers. The tour costs £55 per adult (not suitable for children under the age of 16) and runs from 3pm-10pm.
www.evanevanstours.com
 
Bring your pals to an outdoor screening of Euros 2016, Motion, Bristol
June 11 (2pm – 10pm) 2016
Watch excitement build during the first England and Wales group games in the official Carlsberg Bristol Euro outdoor venue. Sink a few beers and get patriotic at the converted skate park, which will be installing a 20ft LED outdoor screen. In between games, there will be music, food and table football. Tickets are £5 tickets and include a complimentary pint.
www.motionbristol.com