SUPPORTER ACCESS PASS OPEN: 2026 CADET & JUNIOR NATIONALS WEEKEND

Supporter Access Pass applications are now open for the 2026 Cadet (U17) & Junior (U20) National Championships, DEU Ratings Event – Epee, and U14 A BRC – Epee & Sabre. The deadline to apply is Wednesday 26th August, 5pm.

Applications are open for Supporter Access Passes at the Cadet (U17) & Junior (U20) National Championships, DEU Ratings Event – Epee, and U14 A BRC – Epee & Sabre, taking place on 12th-13th September 2026 at the David Ross Sports Centre, University of Nottingham.

Supporter Access Passes are available for individuals who need access to the Field of Play (FoP) during Direct Elimination (DE). This route is not for coaches (click here for more info about Coach Accreditation). All applicants must hold at least a BF Supporter membership.

Supporters must:

• Be at least 16 years old on the date of the event.
• Be a parent, guardian, clubmate, or club official.
• Hold a minimum of a BF Supporter membership.

What the Supporter Access Pass allows:

Accredited supporters will receive an access pass, which must be worn at all times. The pass permits:

• FoP access during DE rounds.
• One supporter per athlete.

The Supporter Access Pass does not permit entry to:

• The FoP during poules.
• The referees’ room.
• Media areas.
• The event organisers’ office (unless specifically invited).
• Any training areas.
• Warm‑up zones or warm‑up activity.

Supporters must leave the FoP once bouts have finished. Event staff must be able to see your pass and lanyard at all times.

Passes may be revoked, and membership suspended, if the BF Code of Conduct is breached.

The deadline to apply is Wednesday 26th August, 5pm.

For more information about Access Passes, click here.

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