The Royal Hospital School (RHS), in Holbrook, Suffolk, is delighted to announce that it will host the 2026 Suffolk FA Grassroots Festival, one of the county’s largest and most anticipated youth football events.
Taking place Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th May 2026, the end-of-season festival will be held at RHS for the first time, marking the seventh venue to stage the annual two-day celebration of grassroots football. The event will be delivered in partnership with Holbrook Hornets Youth FC, with additional support from Team Fee Pay, the official club partner of Suffolk FA.
The festival will welcome U7–U15 boys/mixed teams and girls’ teams, providing hundreds of young players with the opportunity to take part in a weekend of competitive, inclusive and enjoyable football. Entries will open in the New Year on a first-come, first-served basis, at a cost of £25 per team. Further details will be released closer to the opening date to ensure teams are fully prepared.
James Morley, Suffolk FA Football Development Officer, who will once again lead the organisation of the festival, said: “We are looking forward to hosting the Grassroots Festival at a new venue. We believe the Royal Hospital School offers a fantastic setting that will help showcase the event in a brilliant way. Working with RHS has already proven to be a great partnership, and we are excited to bring the 2026 festival to life together. Thank you also to Team Fee Pay for supporting the festival for the first time.”
Paul Abrahams, Head of Football at the Royal Hospital School, added: “RHS is delighted to host the 2026 Suffolk FA Grassroots Festival. As a school with a strong sporting heritage and a deep commitment to our local community, we are thrilled to welcome young players, their families and supporters to our campus. We look forward to working closely with Suffolk FA and Holbrook Hornets to deliver a fantastic weekend of football that celebrates participation, teamwork and the true spirit of the grassroots game.”
The Royal Hospital School is a leading co-educational independent school for pupils aged 11–18, renowned for its academic breadth, outstanding pastoral care and exceptional sports provision. Its extensive 96-acre campus features state-of-the-art sports pitches and facilities, together with highly experienced teaching and coaching staff.
