On behalf of the North West Police Region Badminton Section, Lancashire Constabulary are proud to be hosting the 73rd Police Sport UK National Badminton Championships in Preston on Friday 8th – Monday 11h May 2026.
Venue
The venue for the Championships is at the University of Lancashire, Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre:
University of Lancashire
Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre
University of Lancashire
Marsh Lane
Preston
PR1 2HE
More information can be found here - Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre
The Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre is 15 minute drive from the hotel and 4.2 miles away. We have 8 courts booked from 0080hrs on Saturday morning and the Championship events will commence by 0830hrs. The intention is to play through to and including the semi-finals with play continuing until 1800hrs at the latest.
There are changing rooms at the venue.
On Sunday we have 4 courts booked.
The intention is to play any remaining semi-final, and plate event games from 1000hrs. We expect the finals to finish at 1600hrs at the latest.
The Tournament Referee is Ian Colclough, who is the Tournament Chairman of Badminton Sheffield.
There will be Umpire's on Sunday for all finals.
Directions to Venue
University of Lancashire
Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre
Marsh Lane
Preston
PR1 2HE
Please use Leighton St car park at University of Lancashire if travelling in your own vehicle. The post code is PR1 8RU.
There will also be 2 FREE mini buses from the hotel to the venue which will be available at the start and end of both days.
Buses
Stagecoach 40 and 41 buses pass the hotel (Broughton) and travel between Preston City Centre and Lancaster/Morecambe.
Refreshments
The University will have cold food for sale, including Sandwiches, crisps, chocolate and drinks. Preston City centre is less than 5 mins walk away with various supermarkets, restaurants and fast food chains.
Accommodation
Accommodation is at Delta Hotels by Marriott Preston
418 Garstang Road
Broughton
Preston
PR3 5JB
Delta Hotels by Marriott Preston - Marriott.com
Arrival by car
The hotel is 1 mile from Junction 32 M6 and Junction 1 M55.
Arrival by Train
Preston train station is 4.5 miles away from the hotel.
Booking of Accommodation
This year, you are required to arrange your own accommodation. Please use the attached link to complete your booking and payment to the hotel.
Rates
Twin/Double room rate per night - £123
Single room rate per night - £109
Rate above includes Breakfast
I encourage you to find a room partner if you do not want to pay for single occupancy. However, if you are unable to find someone, please contact Ashley Gibson (ash.gibson@lancashire.police.uk) and I will see if I can match you with someone from another region.
Additional Information
On Friday evening due to competitors and guests arriving at different times, competitors will have to make their own arrangements for that evening meal.
Please note that all extras such as newspapers, bar bills etc. are settled by the guest prior to departure as they are not included in the above costs.
Competitors/Guests who are staying in the hotel will have full use of the facilities including swimming pool and gym.
The hotel also has a Spa for those wishing to book own treatments:
Elements Day Spa | Broughton | Preston
Rooms will be available for check in from 1500hrs on the Friday. Check out time is 12 noon.
The hotel provides a free car park but all guests must validate their registration numbers (see below).
Dress/ Entertainment / Food
Championship play:
Suitable badminton clothing and footwear. Tracksuits are not allowed during match play.
Saturday night:
We will be bringing back the Saturday evening entertainment. There will be a fancy dress Disco with a buffet meal. The theme this year is Iconic Musicians and/or Iconic Film/TV Characters.
Food
Buffet meal and entertainment will be £32 per person
Sunday Presentation Dinner
There will be a 3-course meal and a presentation of all the trophies/awards from the events. The dress code for this will be Gentlemen Jacket and Tie, Ladies: Smart. We will also be holding a raffle where all proceeds will be going to the charity North West Air Ambulance - https://www.nwairambulance.org.uk/
Food
3-course meal £40 per person
Payments and participation to both Saturday and Sunday meals will need to be filled in on the event form below. All dietary/special requirements can be captured on this form too.
