Events

The Warwick Fencing National Novices Competition 2026 sees university fencers with up to two years experience from around the country come to compete in three weapon categories in a fun and friendly environment. The competition will take place at St Nicholas Park leisure centre in Warwick on 28/11/2026, with first check-in (foil) closing at 8:45am. Entries for the competition close on the 24th November.

Check-In Closes

Foil: 08:45

Epee: 12:00

Sabre: 14:00

Before you buy!

Please note that Fencers may not compete in both the Sabre and Epee events - though they may compete in the Foil & Sabre or Foil & Epee. As there is a limit of one ticket per person please ensure you buy a ticket to compete in two weapons if you wish to do so.

You must be a university fencer and have up to two years full experience in any weapon in order to compete.

In order to compete, as per British Fencing safety standards, fencers are required to use:

• 800N Plastron

• 350N Jacket (note that if wearing a Blue jacket with integrated plastron then you must still wear a separate plastron underneath)

• 350N Mask

• 350N Glove (800N for Sabre)

• 350N Breeches

• Long Socks

Also keep an eye on our Instagram for more updates!

Please note that fencers should be covered by their own club insurance.

For any queries please email: stevie.doran@warwick.ac.uk 

Competition Address:

St Nicholas Park Leisure Centre

Banbury Road

Warwick

CV34 4QY