Confirmed · 2027
Kent
Thursday 11 March 2027
15:00–21:00
Gillingham FC, ME7 2PE
Grassroots Sports Exhibition
One Day. One Venue.
Everything Your Club Needs.
Connecting Clubs. Supporting Growth. Creating Opportunity. A multi-sport exhibition for clubs, volunteers and community organisations across Kent and the South East.
Kent Event Details
Thursday 11 March 2027
3:00pm – 9:00pm
Gillingham FC, ME7 2PE
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Day of connections
About ClubsConnect
All Sports Welcome
ClubsConnect South East is a new multi-sport exhibition and networking event designed specifically for sports clubs, leagues, community organisations and the businesses that support them. We bring suppliers, service providers, governing bodies, funding organisations and industry experts under one roof — to help clubs become stronger, more sustainable and better connected.
Whether you're looking to increase participation, generate new revenue, attract sponsors, improve facilities, recruit volunteers or enhance member experience, ClubsConnect gives you access to the people, products and ideas to make it happen.
FootballRugbyCricketTennisPadelGolfHockeyBowlsAthleticsMulti-sport
What to Expect
A day built around your club
Meet Quality Suppliers
Discover products and services designed specifically for sports clubs and community organisations.
Learn From Experts
Gain practical ideas from industry professionals and experienced club leaders.
Find New Opportunities
Explore funding, sponsorship, technology, training and wellbeing solutions.
Build Connections
Meet people facing similar challenges and opportunities across different sports.
Competitions & Giveaways
Take part in our competitions and be in with a chance to win great prizes for your club.
Free Visitor Bag
Every visitor receives a OneMoreGame visitor bag packed with information, offers and more.
Expected Exhibitor Categories
Suppliers across every part of your club
Teamwear & Merchandise
Marketing & Digital
Sponsorship & Commercial Growth
Club Technology
Wellbeing & Safeguarding
Funding & Grants
Facilities & Infrastructure
Payments & Administration
Training & Development
Insurance & Compliance
Why Visit
One day that pays back all season
Built for clubs
Every exhibitor and session is chosen with grassroots sports clubs in mind.
Practical takeaways
Walk away with funding leads, supplier contacts and ideas you can use on Monday morning.
Real connections
Meet committee members, coaches and volunteers from across Kent and the South East.
Win for your club
Competitions, giveaways and prizes worth taking home.
Accommodation
Staying over
Hotels near the venue
Exhibitors and visitors travelling from further afield can stay overnight — Gillingham and the wider Medway area have a good choice of hotels and guest houses within a short drive of Priestfield Stadium.
Additional nearby hotel options will be listed here as we confirm partner rates.
Floor Plan
Plan your day at the event
Floor plan coming soon
The interactive exhibitor floor plan will be published here closer to the event, showing every stand, feature area and sponsor zone.
Visiting the event
Free entry. Free visitor bag.
Register in under a minute and we will email your ticket with a QR code — scan it at the welcome desk and we will print your visitor pass. Numbers are limited, so book ahead.
- Free Entry
- Free Parking
- All Sports Welcome
- Great Networking
- Expert Insights
- Funding & Growth Ideas
- Competitions & Prizes
- OneMoreGame Visitor Bag
Wear your club colours
Come dressed in your club colours and take part in our competition to win amazing prizes for your club. Show your pride. Support your club. Be part of the atmosphere.
Clubs Success Wall
Nominate the volunteers, coaches, fundraisers and committee members who make your club special. Selected stories will be featured throughout the day and across our social media.
Exhibitor Packages
Get in front of decision makers
Standard Exhibitor
£450
- Exhibition space
- 6ft table & 2 chairs
- Company profile on event website
- Social media promotion
- Access to ClubsConnect Supplier Group
- Parking for 1 vehicle
- Tea, coffee & refreshments
Most Popular
Premium Exhibitor
£650
- Everything in Standard, plus:
- Premium exhibition position
- Featured profile on event website
- Priority placement in exhibitor guide & floorplan
- Featured in our revolving sponsors carousel
- Enhanced event marketing visibility
- Social media spotlight before the event
Visitor Bag Insert
£50
- No stand required
- Your leaflet/flyer in every visitor bag
- Distributed to all attendees
- Great low-cost brand exposure
Featured Sponsors
Brands backing grassroots sport
Premium exhibitors are featured here in our revolving sponsors carousel — seen by every visitor to this site.
Exhibitor Sign Up
Showcase your business to grassroots clubs
Tell us about your business and we'll be in touch with package details, floorplan options and next steps to confirm your stand.
- Meet decision makers from clubs across the South East
- Generate quality leads in a focused, targeted audience
- Build long-term partnerships with clubs and suppliers
The Venue
Gillingham FC
Kent's home of football at Priestfield Stadium — a well-known, easy-to-reach venue in the heart of Gillingham, with excellent rail and road links from across the South East.
- Priestfield Stadium, Gillingham ME7 2PE
- Step-free routes to the event areas
- A short walk from Gillingham railway station
FAQs
Everything you need to know
How much does it cost to attend?
Entry is completely free for clubs, volunteers and community organisations. Just register on our website and we will email your QR entry ticket.
Who is the event for?
Committee members, coaches, volunteers, fundraisers and committee chairs from grassroots sports clubs, leagues and community organisations across Kent and the South East — all sports welcome.
Is parking available?
Priestfield Stadium sits in central Gillingham, a short walk from Gillingham railway station. Parking around the stadium is limited on the day, so we recommend travelling by train where you can.
Is the venue accessible?
Yes. Gillingham FC's Priestfield Stadium has step-free routes to the event areas. If you have specific access requirements, email us before the day and we'll make arrangements.
How do I get there by train?
Gillingham (Kent) station is around a 10-minute walk from the stadium, with regular direct services from London and across Kent.
Can I bring my whole committee?
Absolutely — we encourage it. Each member should book their own free ticket so we can plan numbers.
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Contact us
Get in touch
Questions about exhibiting, sponsorship or attending? Email the team or call us on 01303 641555 and we'll point you to the right person.
General enquiries
One number and one address for exhibitions, sponsorship, attending and press — your message reaches both founders.
Meet the Team
The people behind ClubsConnect
Pat Tordeur
Co-Founder & Event Director
Drives the ClubsConnect vision and works hands-on with clubs and exhibitors across the South East.
pat@clubsconnect.co.uk
Mike Humphery-Smith
Co-Founder & Commercial Lead
Leads partnerships, sponsorship and commercial growth — helping clubs and suppliers connect.
mike@clubsconnect.co.uk