FOOTBALLER JIMMY BULLARD OPENS WORLD’S FIRST INDOOR FOOTBALL THEME PARK AT BLUEWATER, KENT

by | Jul 20, 2016 | Where to go locally

On Friday 15th July, footballer and TV sensation Jimmy Bullard along with Chelsea and England winger, Gemma Davison opened the world’s first indoor football theme park; Football FEST at Bluewater. The opening saw performances from Britain’s Got Talent finalists Boogie Storm, the dancing Storm Troopers.

Eager guests were welcomed into Glow at Bluewater to enjoy the world exclusive Foot Darts game, famed for its online video, which has now been viewed over 100 million times worldwide. Visitors competed to strike a football and hit the giant bulls eye, for the chance to win a host of Football FEST prizes. Other attractions include Football Pool, Foot Golf Driving Range, Panna Cages and much more!

Football FEST is open from 15th July – 22nd August and there’s a chance for guests to win a host of prizes while taking part in the 15 attractions, including Adidas football boot vouchers and even a high-score prize of £1,000. Five activity tokens cost £15 or ten for £25, book online in advance at www.footsportsuk.co.uk to receive a 25% discount using the code FSUK16BW. Football FEST is just one of the many events taking place at Bluewater this summer. Come rain or shine, head to Bluewater to experience a host of activities, retail therapy, delicious dining and movie screenings for the whole family to enjoy.

Bluewater, Europe’s leading shopping, retail and leisure destination, brings together over 300 top retailers with quality dining options and family-friendly entertainment. Guests can enjoy stress-free shopping with free parking, late night shopping and retailer Click & Collect Service. For more info visit www.Bluewater.co.uk

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