Higher Education Zone > Upcoming BUCS Competitions
Last updated: 2nd December 2025
British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) offers opportunities for students of all fencing abilities to take part in inter-university competitions. Unlike traditional BUCS matches, which take place in a team relay format, the competitions listed below are individual events.
Regional Events
The BUCS Regional Fencing Series, run by BUCS (British Universities & Colleges Sport) in partnership with BF, is designed to give students a fun and supportive gateway into competitive fencing. These events are aimed towards beginners and novices, and are primarily self-refereed. Began in 2019-20, the series continues to grow each year.
The BUCS Regional Series is also a great opportunity to gain more refereeing experience at a low-pressure competition. For some, it may be their first time refereeing at an event, preparing them for the practical element of the Level 2 refereeing qualification.
If you’re interested in volunteering as a referee or have any questions about the BUCS Regional Series more generally, please contact Kristian Jackson, BUCS Regional Competitions and Event Coordinator, via [email protected].
Date: Sunday 1st February 2026
Location: Bath Sports Training Village, Sports Training Village, University Of Bath, Claverton Down Road, Combe Down, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7AY, United Kingdom
Student/competitor entries open on 1st December 2025, 12pm
Student entry deadline: 13th January 2026, 11.59pm
Institution administrator deadline: 15th January 2026, 11.59pm
Click here to enter through BUCS Play.
Date: Sunday 8th February 2026
Location: Leon Paul Fencing Centre, Unit 19, Garrick Industrial Centre, Irving Way, London, NW9 6AQ, United Kingdom
Student/competitor entries open on 1st December 2025, 12pm
Student entry deadline: 20th January 2026, 11.59pm
Institution administrator deadline: 22nd January 2026, 11.59pm
Click here to enter through BUCS Play.
National Events
Date: Friday 13th – Sunday 15th February 2026
Location: Canon Medical Arena, Canon Medical Arena, Workshop Road, Sheffield, S93TL, United Kingdom
The BUCS Individual Fencing Championships are part of BUCS Nationals. This is a national event open to current university students.
Student entry deadline: Tuesday 20th January 2026, 11.59pm
Institution administrator selection deadline: Thursday 22nd January 2026, 11.59pm
Click here to learn more and enter through BUCS Play.
Previous Events (2025-26)
BUCS Regional Fencing Series: North East & Yorkshire 2024-25 (Saturday 22nd November 2025)
BUCS Regional Fencing Series: Midlands 2024-25 (Saturday 15th November 2025)
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