Playing Football in Bristol

There are many opportunities to play football in Bristol!

Several young men are playing football, with two engaged in a tackle for the ball and others in the background. They wear football kits in dark blue or white and are playing on an outdoor pitch. This is an example of how ELC Bristol students can play football in the Bristol community. Photo by ANH LÊ: https://www.pexels.com/photo/intense-football-match-action-in-hanoi-35180891/

Playing football in Bristol a great way to meet new people and keep your fitness and skills up while you are studying!

Click the links below to find out more information about playing football in Bristol.  ELC staff can help you book if needed!

Remember:

  • Some clubs will charge membership, others are more flexible and you can turn up when you want and pay on the day
  • You will need to bring your own sports clothes and shoes
  • Some clubs may play competitively against other teams in the area
  • If you don’t like the look of these clubs, there are many more – get in touch and we’ll do our best to find the right club for you

Saints Old Boys 

Location:  Training at Lockleaze (about 40mins by bus from Clifton); Matches at Clifton Downs (about 10mins walk from school) 

Cost:  £5/training session 

Info:  Playing competitive matches every Saturday during season time (kick-off 2pm); training sessions held every Wednesday, 8-9pm; five teams in total, of varying abilities 

Visit the link here to find out more!

Talk and Football 

Location:  Clifton College Sports Ground 

Cost:  Free 

Info:  Contact the captain first before arriving.  This is a men’s talking club, focusing on mental wellbeing for men with a game of football after the talk.  Every Thursday at 8pm. 

Visit the link here to find out more!

Bristol United Football Club 

Location:  South Bristol 

Cost:  Contact for membership prices 

Info:  They have two competitive teams which practice on Wednesdays (in-season) and on Tuesdays and Thursdays (pre-season).  They host regular team events, bonding activities, etc.  Matches are played in Brislington.  Get in touch for a trial session. 

Visit the link here to find out more!

Old Cliftonians Football Club

Location:  Clifton

Cost:  Various

Info:  A football club which celebrates past members of Clifton College – our parent-school!  They are looking for new members who have a connection to the school and we’ve already sent several students over to them!

Visit the link here to find out more!