Adult Old-School Sports Day Events

Adult Old-School Sports Day events at Horsenden Hill Activity Centre are full of character, brilliantly competitive, and a guaranteed laugh. Designed for adults who want something social, nostalgic, and genuinely fun, these events bring classic Sports Day games back to life — with team bibs on, plenty of banter, and no pressure to take it too seriously.

Perfect for birthdays, corporate team-building, stag and hen dos, or a big day out with friends, this is an event that gets everyone involved from the first whistle.

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What Is an Adult Old-School Sports Day?

Adult Old-School Sports Day is built around a series of classic relay races and team challenges that most people recognise instantly. Think traditional Sports Day games, but run at adult pace, with a relaxed atmosphere and lots of friendly competition.

Participants are split into teams, given bibs, and rotated through a variety of games designed to be:

• Easy to understand

• Inclusive for mixed abilities

• Competitive without being intense

• Social and entertaining throughout

It’s less about athletic performance and more about teamwork, laughter, and the atmosphere created by everyone getting stuck in together.

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How the Event Runs on the Day

Adult Old-School Sports Day events are professionally hosted and well-organised, ensuring the day flows smoothly while keeping the tone light and fun.

On arrival, teams are formed and the format is explained clearly. The event host then guides groups through a series of Sports Day challenges, managing timing, scoring, and rotations so the energy stays high without the event feeling rushed.

Typical activities may include:

• Classic relay races

• Sack races

• Bean bag or object-carry challenges

• Team problem-solving games

• Tug of war

Games are adapted to suit the group size, energy levels, and occasion, whether it’s a corporate group looking for team bonding or a stag or hen group after laughs and bragging rights.

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Atmosphere & Experience

What really sets Adult Old-School Sports Day apart is the atmosphere.

Getting bibbed up, cheering teammates on, and taking part in familiar games creates instant camaraderie. It’s competitive enough to keep things interesting, but relaxed enough that everyone can enjoy themselves — even if they haven’t done a relay race in years.

This balance makes it one of our most versatile adult event options.

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Seating & After-Event Time

All Adult Old-School Sports Day events include access to a private outdoor seating area, giving groups space to relax, regroup, and continue the social side of the day once the games finish.

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Food, Drink & Upgrade Options

You can easily extend the event by:

• Booking tables inside our restaurant

• Ordering stone-baked pizzas

• Using the on-site bar

• Upgrading to indoor spaces, where available

This makes it easy to turn a Sports Day into a full afternoon or evening event.

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Indoor or Outdoor – Your Choice

Adult Old-School Sports Day events are available indoors or outdoors, giving you flexibility when planning.

• Indoor events take place inside our heated Sports Dome — a reliable, all-weather option that guarantees the event goes ahead.

• Outdoor events are hosted across our event area within the Horsenden Hill nature reserve, offering open space and a traditional Sports Day feel with scenic views across London.

You can choose indoor or outdoor during the booking process.

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Who This Event Is Best For

Adult Old-School Sports Day is ideal for:

• Adult birthday parties

• Corporate team-building days

• Stag & hen events

• Social groups and clubs

• Groups looking for fun, banter, and team activities

It works particularly well for mixed groups where not everyone wants a high-intensity activity, but everyone wants to be involved.