Brighton Trip Day 2: A Day in London

The lads were up bright and early as they were served a Full English breakfast before heading out at 9am for a full day tour of London.  The lads covered over 8 miles of walking and were able to see some of the best sights that the bustling metropolis of London has to offer.

The kids were able to see Buckingham Palace, Piccadilly Square, Leicester Square, Trafalgar Square, Tower Square, London Eye, and plenty of other incredible sights during this walking tour. 

Part of the kids tour was led by Sports Tours Europe staff chaperone (and absolute legend) Bob Hope who told the kids some of the rich history of London.  Some of that rich history included old tales that only a true Londoner would know (or be able to make up).  Regardless of whether all of Bob's stories were true or not, the kids loved every second of it.

Next the kids stopped in Niketown on the world famous Oxford Street for a little bit of shopping before departing to the Westfield Mall in preparation for the West Ham vs Fulham game. 

After a dinner at Pizza Express it was time for the lads to see West Ham vs Fulham at the incredible Olympic Stadium in West London.  After a rocky start for West Ham, going down 1-0 in the first few minutes, the boys were treated to an electric 3-1 win for West Ham in a game that was action packed from start to finish.  They also got to witness one of English Footballs greatest traditions as the West Ham fans sang "Forever Blowing Bubbles" before the start of the game. 

All in all an incredible and very busy day in London.  The boys saw just about every famous site in London and were able to watch a very fun game of football.  Now it is time to head back to Brighton where the boys will be competing with some of Brighton's youth teams tomorrow.  The lads can't wait to start competing on the pitch!