2026 GB Cup Ranking Event- Epee

BF Events & Championships > 2026 GB Cup Ranking Event – Epee

The 2026 GB Cup Ranking Event – Epee will be taking place on 12th September in Nottingham, alongside the Cadet (U17) and Junior (U20) National Championships.

This event was previously the DEU Rating Event – Epee, and was changed following the closure of the Ratings pilot programme. The event is now the first GB Cup Ranking Event.

Entries opened on 15th July 2026.

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Entry deadline: 4th September 2026, 12pm

The event weekend will also include:

• 2026 British Cadet (U17) & Junior (U20) National Championships
• U14 A BRC – Epee & Sabre

Schedule

Check in Opening Times:

Please go to to check in/accreditation desk.

Saturday 12th:

Check in Closes 08:45am, Starts at 09:00am. 

Poules will be drawn and displayed online at 6pm the day before the competition.  Information will also be displayed at the venue.

Fencing can start a maximum of 10 mins before the official start time if all fencers for the competition are present at their piste.

IMPORTANT!

We will be introducing a new way of registering attendance using your digital membership card.

Before your next visit, please download your membership card from your Sport:80 account and add it to your phone’s wallet. When you arrive, simply have the card ready on your phone and we’ll scan it to check you in.

How to download your membership card

1. Log in to your Sport:80 account.
2. Open your profile and navigate to your membership details.
3. Select your current membership.
4. Tap View Membership Card.
5. Choose Add to Apple Wallet or Add to Google Wallet, depending on your device.

If you don’t want to add it to your wallet, you can still access the membership card through your Sport80 account but adding it to your wallet will make check-in much quicker and easier.

Please make sure you have your membership card available before arriving. During this pilot, we’ll be using the QR code on the card to scan you in.

If you have any trouble accessing your Sport80 account or downloading your membership card, please get in touch and we’ll be happy to help.

Thank you for your support as we trial this new check-in process. We’re looking forward to seeing how it improves the experience for everyone.

Eligibility and Membership Level

Please note:

The DEU Event – Epee, announced in July and due to take place on 12th September 2026 alongside the Cadet & Junior National Championships, has now been changed to the first GB Cup Ranking Event.

This change follows the announcement of the Ratings scheme’s closure and the launch of the GB Cup Rankings Event.

Epee fencers rated C, D, E, and U are eligible to enter the event.

Please click here to see your eligibility.

Ranking Information

The GB Cup Ranking Event – Epee will contribute to the new GB Cup Rankings, which are designed to recognise performance while creating meaningful competition opportunities for athletes working towards higher levels of competition, as well as those who simply enjoy competing regularly. For the first time, results from GB Cup Ranking Events will contribute to the main BF Senior Rankings.

The GB Cup Ranking Event – Epee in Nottingham will now be open to fencers holding a C rating or below (NIF 3 or below), giving more fencers the opportunity to compete.

For more information please read DEU EVENT CHANGES TO GB CUP RANKING EVENT –  SEPT 2026 – BRITISH FENCING

Entry Process

Entries opened on 15th July 2026.

ENTER VIA SPORT:80

Entry deadline: 4th September 2026, 12pm

Entry Fee Support Scheme

Entry Fee Support Scheme: BF is mindful of the rising costs of attending fencing events and the potential barrier to participation this creates for some members of our community. As a result, BF is offering a limited number of free entries. These will be offered based on financial need, not on ability.  This scheme will cover 100% of the entry fee cost.

Applications must be completed per athlete. For multiple athletes from one household, please complete separate application forms.

EVENT ENTRY SUPPORT SCHEME FORM 

Application deadline: 5th August 2026, 5pm

You will hear back by 7th August 2026.

Equipment

Equipment: 

As per BF Safety Rules and Domestic Competition Equipment Requirements

Equipment: All fencers must wear the correct kit as per British Fencing rules. This will include FIE chest protectors (m.25 4(c) ) and 800N sabre gloves (as per the rule at https://www.britishfencing.com/urgent-safety-notice-sabre-gloves/).

Masks with 2 rear safety systems are required -see further information here.

Withdrawals and Refund

Event Refund Policy: Event Refund Policy can be found here

Video Refereeing

We anticipate that video replay will be available for all finals.

Media, Video and Photography

Media:  Please note there will be filming and photography at this event for BF purposes. If you do not give photography/filming permission for yourself or your athlete, please contact eventsadmin@britishfencing.com before the event.

Photography Policy:  Photography and video using smartphones for personal use only (including coaching and social media) is permitted.

Please be mindful of the age of participants, and read our photography safeguarding policy: https://www.britishfencing.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/8_photography_policy.pdf

‘Live streaming’ or broadcasting video in any way, from any device including smartphones, is not permitted.

Anyone wanting to take photographs using any kind of professional or semi-pro camera equipment must apply for media accreditation in advance of the event – accreditation will not be available during competition. This means any kind of camera with a detachable lens, and/or using any kind of tripod or monopod. Media accreditation is for still photography only – no pro or semi-pro video equipment is permitted. Please email: media@britishfencing.com

NOTE: Any person taking photographs of any kind with any device must follow any instructions given by the BF media representatives, the Event Director, and / or the referees. 

Accreditation

Coach Accreditation

There is a separate process for coaches based outside the UK who are supporting athletes representing GBR at domestic events. Please contact development@britishfencing.com for further information.

Before You Begin

To be eligible for accreditation, you must:

• Be listed on the BF Coaching Register
• Hold a valid anti‑doping certificate

What Coach Accreditation provides:

• Access to warm‑up and piste areas.
• The ability to provide warm‑up lessons.
• Access to the Field of Play (FoP) during Direct Elimination and Team Matches (where applicable).

Accreditation does not grant:

• Access to the Field of Play during poules.
• Access to the referees’ room, media areas, or the event organisers’ office (unless specifically invited).

Coaches must leave the Field of Play once bouts have concluded.

Your accreditation lanyard must be visible at all times. Event staff must be able to see it clearly.

In the event of a breach of BF’s Code of Conduct, accreditation may be revoked and any GBR Coach Licences may be suspended.

Apply for Coach Accreditation here

The deadline to apply is Thursday 10th September, 12pm.

Media Accreditation

Anyone wishing to take photographs using professional or semi-professional camera equipment must apply in advance. This includes:

• Cameras with detachable lenses
• The use of tripods or monopods

Media accreditation is for still photography only. Professional or semi‑professional video equipment is not permitted at this event.

If you require media accreditation, please complete this application form ahead of the event. Accreditation will not be issued during the event.

All accredited individuals at the event must follow the instructions of the event staff.

Accreditation lanyards and passes must be collected from the event desk. You are not required to return your lanyard as these are event-specific.

Apply for Media Accreditation here

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

Medical Accreditation

This process does not provide access to the Field of Play unless you are required for medical support. You will be issued with a lanyard so referees can recognise that you are supporting an athlete, should you be invited inside the Field of Play during a medical event. Floor staff and medical teams will also be able to identify that you are supporting a fencer with a medical condition.

To apply, you must:

• Hold a BF Supporter Membership.
• Ensure the athlete’s medical information is registered on the Sport:80 membership platform.
• Be available to provide information to the onsite medical and safeguarding event team.
• Be over 18 years old.

The deadline to apply is Friday 11th September, 12pm.

Apply for Medical Accreditation here

For more info about Accreditation at BF events, click here.

Access Passes

SUPPORTER ACCESS PASS

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.

Apply for a Supporter Access Pass here

For more info about Access Passes at BF events, click here.

General information

Fair Play: The BF Fair Play Code for Youth Events is applicable. See here for more information.

Welfare: There will be a dedicated welfare officer at the event who will be clearly visible throughout. All welfare issues that arise at the event must be reported to the welfare officer present.

Shop: Leon Paul Stand will be at the venue throughout the weekend.

Sustainability: As part of BFs commitment to reducing the environmental impact of our sport, no single-use plastic bottles will be permitted on the field of play. We hope that the community will support efforts in this area and ensure that everyone brings re-useable bottles to the event.

Prayer Room: There will be a prayer room available at the venue. Please ask at reception or speak to a member of the team and they will direct you.

Disabilities: BF recognises that many disabilities are hidden and participants in competitions may need additional support throughout the event. Any disability information that you provide in your membership profile (provided that you have given permission to share) will be passed to the organising team and a member of the event welfare team will get in touch to discuss how we can help. Alternatively you can contact us in advance either by emailing the events team directly eventsadmin@britishfencing.com, or the BF safeguarding lead (safeguarding@britishfencing.com). Finally, you can ask speak to a member of the onsite team at check-in. Please note the earlier you raise any additional support needs the better able we are to make reasonable accommodations.

Parking Information

The University of Nottingham has made changes to their parking system. From Monday 3rd August, 24/7 parking charges will apply to all vehicles parking on University of Nottingham campuses at University Park, Jubilee and Sutton Bonington.

For more information, click here.