A thriving hub of pétanque in Trafford
In the heart of Victoria Park, Stretford, Manchester, Trafford Pétanque has stood as a beacon of vibrant petanque culture since 2016. This quaint public facility became the backdrop for a thriving sports club that seamlessly blended competition, community engagement, and a modern approach to this classic sport.
What members can expect at this club
- A dedicated app (BAND) to structure club communications
- Adhoc and regular playing sessions, even Christmas day
- Full club sports kit
- Training and player development
- A club & team mentality
From humble beginnings, open to all
What started with just 2 members and a lonely single piste evolved into a thriving community of over 40 members and 8 pistes. Trafford Pétanque embraces an inclusive, open, progressive, and modern sports club mentality, making it a welcoming and safe space for enthusiasts of all backgrounds.
Trafford continues to overcome adversity and is an important club that has set trends and new standard in the sport
Chris Kitson - PNW Director of Sport
52 Weeks of pétanque passion
Dedication knows no seasons at Trafford Pétanque, where members enjoy the game multiple times a week, 52 weeks a year. This commitment to year-round play fosters a sense of consistency and camaraderie among the club's growing community and builds our winning team mentality.
A wide spectrum of competitive and social play
For Trafford Pétanque, social play remains key to its mission. With this objective Trafford Pétanque continues to create opportunities for people to get active, foster connections and develop friendships. Their ethos is that everyone should have the chance to play.
Beyond the casual games, Trafford Pétanque boasts a competitive squad made up of players who have represented their country and played internationally. This is a club with a global audience.
Enriching lives beyond the piste
Trafford Pétanque transcended the boundaries of its playing field by forming partnerships with local community groups like the Cubs, Women's Institute, Access Sport and more, and taking pétanque workshops into other areas of Manchester.
Additionally, the club has extended its reach to national charities, actively contributing to the betterment of people's lives through the sport.
For more information, visit there website: www.traffordpetanque.co.uk