APEX × INSPIRE · U15 FESTIVAL UK 2027
The world's leading U15 Festival. Two editions, two iconic venues.
The APEX Cricket Festival arrives in the UK in summer 2027, across two prestigious school venues, on consecutive weeks. Choose the edition that fits your tour.
THE APEX SERIES RETURNS TO THE UK
The festival that set the standard for youth cricket.
APEX has earned its reputation as the world's leading U15 cricket festival, a platform where elite young talent meets professional coaching, holistic development, and a community that lasts long after the closing ceremony.
In 2027, the festival returns to the UK with two editions on consecutive weeks, at Millfield in Somerset and St Peter's in York. Both events follow the same APEX format, the same elite standard, the same festival atmosphere, with each venue offering its own distinctive character.
15+
Years organising elite school and academy cricket tours. ATOL 12298 protected, PTS member.
CHOOSE YOUR EDITION
Two festivals, one APEX series.
Both editions follow the same APEX format and standard. Choose the venue that fits your team's tour schedule, or build a programme that takes in both.
FIRST EDITION
Millfield School
DATES
4-7 July 2027
LOCATION
Somerset
FORMAT
T20 · 3N/4D
Set deep in the Somerset countryside, Millfield is widely recognised for its exceptional sporting facilities and athlete-focused culture. World-class pitches, a renowned indoor cricket centre, and on-campus boarding for every squad.
SECOND EDITION
St Peter's York
DATES
11-14 July 2027
LOCATION
Yorkshire
FORMAT
T20 · 3N/4D
Set in the historic city of York, St Peter's brings centuries of heritage and outstanding cricket facilities to the second edition. A vibrant city backdrop, well-maintained pitches, and a supportive school community.
WHAT BOTH FESTIVALS OFFER
The APEX standard, everywhere it runs
Whichever venue you choose, every touring squad receives the same fully managed festival package, designed jointly by Inspire Travels and the APEX team.
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World-Class T20 Tournament
High-intensity T20 cricket as top U15 boys' and girls' teams from around the world compete in a premier international festival.
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Led By Respected Coaches
Train, learn, and play under the guidance of respected cricket figures, leaders in high-performance youth development.
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Holistic Development
Structured skills sessions, life-skills workshops, and coaching designed to build confidence, discipline, and lifelong habits.
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Community Beyond The Game
Welcome events, closing ceremonies, shared meals, and social activities, friendship and cultural exchange are core to APEX.
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Sustainability & Charity
The festival integrates community impact and responsible practices, with initiatives that make a meaningful difference.
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Inspire Travels Tour Management
Full Inspire Travels support on the ground, airport transfers, logistics, fixture liaison, and 24/7 tour leader cover.
WHY JOIN THIS FESTIVAL
Built by experts, for the next generation.
Inspire Travels brings 15+ years of school and academy tour operation. APEX brings the standard and the platform. Together, the U15 Festival UK offers an unmatched environment for rising cricketers.
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The APEX Standard
The same production quality, fixture-day standards, and festival culture that established APEX as the leading U15 festival series globally.
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World-Class T20 Tournament
Structured skills sessions, life-skills workshops, and coaching built around the whole young athlete, not just match-day performance.
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Inspire Travels Tour Operation
ATOL-protected (12298) and PTS-protected, with 15+ years organising elite school and academy tours. A dedicated tour leader supports each visiting squad from arrival to departure.
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Pre- & Post-Festival Extensions
Inspire Travels can build a full UK tour extension around the festival. Recommended programmes run 10–12 days for overseas squads to acclimatise and play in.
PRE & POST-FESTIVAL EXTENSIONS
Make the festival centrepiece of your tour.
For overseas teams, we recommend a 10–12 day programme around the festival, time to settle into English conditions, build match sharpness, and play competitive fixtures against UK schools and clubs.
Through structured fixtures and training opportunities, teams arrive at the APEX Cricket Festival confident, prepared, and ready for international competition.