Spectator sports
The English adore watching sports, and some might argue that nothing comes close to experiencing a charged atmosphere at an English sports ground or stadium – particularly one steeped in past glories. Whether lining the 18th hole at the Belfry, singing Jerusalem in the midst of a capacity crowd at Twickenham, or cheering on your team at an FA Cup Final.
Many famous sporting events or venues can be found throughout England. As a spectator you can catch some of the world’s best sporting action with so many national and international events taking place throughout the year.
Take a look at our guide to spectator sports in England…
Believe it or not the earliest incarnation of the game of cricket can be traced right back to the 13th century – seemingly between children of the farming communities of Kent and Sussex.
More about Cricket
It’s the national sport and the beautiful game. Everyone has an opinion – and no other sport takes up as many newspaper column inches or causes as many arguments in the pub.
More about Football
A phenomenally popular sport with spectators and amateur players alike, tickets for domestic and international golf tournaments are always snapped up.
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From the Grand National to Royal Ascot, the sport of kings is enjoyed by millions of spectators throughout the country; a sizeable proportion of who enjoy a flutter.
More about Royal Ascot
The smell of petrol and the sound of speeding racing cars. Find out when and where the best events are taking place in England.
More about Motor racing
It may not be quite as popular as football, but Rugby, and its younger sibling Rugby League, is still the equivalent of religion in some parts of the country.
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England’s track-record of producing grand-slam tennis stars isn’t legendary, but try telling to that to the millions of tennis fans who cheer on the stars of Wimbledon each year.
More about Wimbledon
