Key Sporting Events in the UK for 2025
The UK is set for an exciting year of sporting action in 2025, with a packed calendar showcasing a variety of major events.
Football
English League Cup Final
Date: 16th March 2025
Location: Wembley Stadium, London
Why Attend: The EFL Cup marks the first major silverware of the year.
Football League Playoffs
Date: 24-26th May 2025
Location: Wembley Stadium, London
Why Attend: This is the high-stakes drama of promotion football as clubs from the Championship, League One, and League Two compete for a place in the next division. It’s a must-attend for anyone who enjoys nail-biting, must-win matches.
Men’s FA Cup Final
Date: 17th May 2025
Location: Wembley Stadium, London
Why Attend: The FA Cup Final is one of the oldest and most prestigious football tournaments in the UK. Teams from across England compete for the historic FA Cup trophy, with Arsenal holding the record for the most wins.
Women’s FA Cup Final
Date: 18th May 2025
Location: Wembley Stadium, London
Why Attend: Women’s football continues to grow in popularity, and the Women’s FA Cup Final is one of the highlights of the domestic football calendar. It features top-tier female talent and is a celebration of the sport’s rapid rise.
Rugby
Men’s Six Nations Rugby
Date: 31st January to 15th March 2025
Location: Various locations across the UK and Ireland
Why Attend: The Six Nations Championship is one of the most prestigious tournaments in rugby. Watch England, France, Ireland, Italy, Scotland, and Wales battle for the prestigious Grand Slam. Expect intense rivalries and a fierce competition for the triple crown and the Calcutta Cup.
Trophy: Six Nations Championship Trophy
Women’s Six Nations Rugby
Date: 22nd March to 26th April 2025
Location: Various locations across the UK and Ireland
Why Attend: The Women's Six Nations is a premier event showcasing top-tier rugby talent. With growing popularity, it’s a great opportunity to see the best of female rugby on the international stage.
Women’s Rugby World Cup (England)
Date: 22nd August to 27th September 2025
Location: Various locations in England
Why Attend: The Red Roses will be looking to avenge past losses in the final. Watch the world’s best teams compete for the prestigious recently restored silver Women's Rugby World Cup trophy.
Cricket
The Ashes (Men’s and Women’s)
Date: Men’s: 21st November 2025 to 8th January 2026 (Australia), Women’s: 12th January to 2nd February 2025
Location: Australia
Why Attend: The Ashes is one of cricket’s oldest and most cherished rivalries. Witnessing England face off against Australia for the coveted Ashes urn is an unmissable experience.
Tennis
Wimbledon
Date: 30th June to 13th July 2025
Location: All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, Wimbledon, London
Why Attend: Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament in the world and one of the most prestigious. With its iconic grass courts and rich history, it’s a dream event for any tennis fan and star athlete’s who dream to lift the Gentlemen's Singles Trophy abd the women’s Venus Rosewater Dish
Trophy: The Wimbledon Trophy (Men’s and Women’s Singles)
Cycling
Tour of Britain
Date: 2-7th September 2025
Location: Various locations across the UK
Why Attend: The Tour of Britain is the UK’s premier professional cycling event, featuring some of the top riders in the world. The event provides an exciting chance to see world-class cyclists in action across some of the UK's most scenic landscapes.
Trophy: Tour of Britain Trophy
Golf
The British Open (The Open Championship)
Date: 17-20th July 2025
Location: Royal Portrush, Northern Ireland
Why Attend: The Open is one of golf's four major championships and is steeped in history. With its picturesque courses and world-class competitors, this is a must-attend for golf enthusiasts.
Trophy: The Claret Jug
Motorsport
British Formula 1 Grand Prix
Date: 4-6th July 2025
Location: Silverstone Circuit, Northamptonshire
Why Attend: Silverstone is one of the most iconic tracks in the Formula 1 calendar. Experience high-speed thrills and watch the best drivers in the world compete for a podium finish at the British Grand Prix.
Rowing
The Boat Race
Date: 13th April 2025
Location: River Thames, London
Why Attend: A historic rivalry between the University of Oxford and Cambridge, the Boat Race is a thrilling event with a legacy of over 180 years. It’s one of the UK’s most popular sporting events and the competition to lift the Aberdeen Quaich is fierce.
Athletics
London Marathon
Date: 27th April 2025
Location: London
Why Attend: One of the world’s most famous marathons, the London Marathon draws thousands of runners and spectators. The 24.2-mile course through the heart of London is an unforgettable experience and a race medal seen as a testament to a gruelling run.
UK Athletics Championship
Date: 2-3rd August 2025
Location: Alexander Stadium, Birmingham
Why Attend: A key event for UK athletes, this championship offers a chance to see the best British athletes compete for national titles in various disciplines.
Snooker
World Snooker Championship
Date: 19th April to 5th May 2025
Location: Crucible Theatre, Sheffield
Why Attend: Winning the World Snooker Championship trophy topped with a Greek shepherdess figurine is seen as the pinnacle of the sport. The intense atmosphere and the chance to witness world-class players make this a must-attend event.
Major Horse Racing Events in the UK
Cheltenham Festival
Date: 11-14th March 2025
Location: Cheltenham Racecourse, Gloucestershire
Why Attend: The Cheltenham Festival is one of the UK's most prestigious horse racing events, with top-class racing, thrilling competition, and a lively atmosphere. The Cheltenham Gold Cup is the main race on the day.
The Grand National
Date: 12th April 2025
Location: Aintree Racecourse, Liverpool
Why Attend: The Grand National is one of the world’s most famous horse races, known for its thrilling race and challenging course.
The Oaks
Date: 6th June 2025
Location: Epsom Downs Racecourse, Surrey
Why Attend: The Oaks showcases the best fillies in the sport and is one of the highlights of British horse racing.
The Derby
Date: 7th June 2025
Location: Epsom Downs Racecourse, Surrey
Why Attend: The Derby is the pinnacle of British flat racing and offers a prestigious and unforgettable experience.
Royal Ascot
Date: 17-21st June 2025
Location: Ascot Racecourse, Berkshire
Why Attend: Royal Ascot is known for its glamour, fashion, and top-tier horse racing, making it one of the most prestigious events in the sport.
British Champions Day
Date: 18th October 2025
Location: Ascot Racecourse, Berkshire
Why Attend: The culmination of the British horse racing season, where the country’s best horses compete for top titles.
The King George VI Chase
Date: 26th December 2025
Location: Kempton Park, Surrey
Why Attend: Held on Boxing Day, the King George VI Chase trophy offers thrilling National Hunt racing.
The St Leger Stakes
Date: 13th September 2025
Location: Doncaster Racecourse, South Yorkshire
Why Attend: The oldest classic race in the world, it’s a fitting finale to the British flat racing season.
