Hello! We are the UK Cube Association and we are a completely volunteer-run organisation that hosts all cubing competitions in the UK. We are made up of a team of WCA Delegates and other volunteers, and we're passionate about giving people as many opportunities to compete in the UK as we can. We have organised over 100 competitions up and down the country with many more on the horizon and are always trying to find new locations to make cubing competitions as accessible as possible.

Make sure to follow our social media pages to keep up to date with the latest content and media!

We also have a TrustPilot page that can be used to see reviews of our competitions. Please feel free to leave us a review if you have attended a competition in the past.

UKCA is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people under the age of 18 who attend our activities. Please read our Safeguarding Policy for more information about this.

Frequently Asked Questions

First time at our competitions?

Q: How do I register?
A: Make sure you have created a WCA account by going to the sign-up page and creating an account. Once you have created the account and confirmed your email address, follow the menu bar to the Register page and carefully follow the instructions.

Q: Can I come only to spectate?
A: Yes! There is no need to book - you can just rock up on the day. It can be a bit hectic in the mornings so afternoon is preferred.

Q: Are there different age categories?
A: No, all competitors compete on the same level and all ages are welcome.

Q: Am I allowed to bring a guest?
A: Yes, you can bring as many guests as you want.

Q: How fast do I have to be to compete?
A: Check out the Events tab - if you can make the time limit for the events you want to compete in, then you're fast enough!

Q: When can I leave the competition?
A: You are welcome to leave whenever you are not competing. If you have no more events left then you are not required to stay.

Q: Do I use my own cubes to compete?
A: Yes!

Q: How do I find live results?
A: You can see live results as soon as they're entered at WCA Live.

Q: What happens to my results after the competition?
A: Within a couple of days, they will all be posted to this page and if this is your first competition you will automatically have your very own WCA ID assigned.

Q: Do you have a mailing list?
A: Why yes, we do have a mailing list! Sign up here for announcements of future competitions and more.

Need to unregister?

Q: What do I do if I can no longer attend?
A: Let us know via the contact link on the main competition page.

Q: If I do not attend do I get a refund?
A: If you inform us you are no longer attending before the limit date for refunds on the main competition page then you will receive a 100% refund. If this time has passed then you will receive no refund.

Something else you'd like to know?

We have a detailed Parents' Guide that covers the answers to many more questions, free from cubing jargon! Whilst primarily aimed at the parents of younger competitors, there is useful information for everyone to find within it.
Check it out here!

New Competitors

If you're a new competitor, we do not recommend this competition for you. This competition is primarly focused on 3x3x3 Fewest Moves, where you are given an hour to write down a solution to a 3x3 scramble in as few moves as possible. If you're looking for a first competition, please see the UKCA's list of upcoming competitions for more options.

Spectators

We do not recommend spectating this competition, as more than half of it is sitting in a room with 35 people writing down moves on a piece of paper in total silence.

Information for All Competitors

• During the rounds of 3x3x3 Fewest Moves, please stay silent within the venue. These events require a high amount of concentration and any noise can be distracting. We will announce when the silence will begin and when you may talk within the venue again. When you are finished with the attempt, please remain silent unless you wish leave the building.
• Please treat the venue with respect, put all of your rubbish in bins, black bin bags, or take it home with you and keep your area tidy.
• We may be taking videos and photographs of the competition and the environment for our social media pages and website. By attending the competition as a competitor or a guest, you are accepting that you may be filmed or photographed for these purposes.

Disclaimer

• There may be a photographer present at our events and by attending you give us permission to use any photos or videos you appear in on our website, our social media, or for other marketing purposes.
• The UKCA does not accept responsibility and expressly excludes liability to the fullest extent permitted by law for any loss or damage to any personal property; or for personal injury or illness suffered by you at a UKCA event.
• The UKCA is not responsible for any accommodation, travel or associated costs you might incur in the unlikely event that a competition has to be cancelled, rescheduled or relocated.
• Children under 18 years old should be accompanied by an adult.

Venue

The venue is Woodhatch Community Centre in Reigate. The competition will take place in the Dining Room.
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Travel

Car: The postcode is RH2 7LS. There are two car parks on site but they are quite small. Street parking is available on nearby roads.
Train: The nearest train station is Reigate, which is served by Southern and GWR, and has direct train services to London Victoria, Gatwick Airport, Reading, Guildford, and Basingstoke. Reigate station is approximately a 30 minute walk from the venue, or a 20 minute bus journey. Redhill station, the next town over, is also served by Southern and GWR as well as Thameslink, and additionally has direct services to Peterborough (via London St. Pancras, London Bridge, and the City of London), Tonbridge, Horsham, and Three Bridges. Redhill station has a direct bus to the venue (more info on buses below).
Plane: The nearest airport is London Gatwick, which has direct train services to Reigate and Redhill stations, and is approximately a 15 minute drive from the venue.
Bus: Bus services in Reigate are run by Metrobus. The nearest bus stop to the venue is Hornbeam Road, which is a 2 minute walk from the venue, served by bus routes 424 and 435. Route 424 can take you from Reigate Sixth Form College on Rushworth Road (opposite The Range), which is 2 minutes from Reigate station, to Hornbeam Road, and the journey is approximately 20 minutes. Route 435 serves Redhill station (where one of the hotels listed below is), and can take you to Hornbeam Road.

Visiting the UK from overseas

If you are travelling from a Visa-exempt country (including USA, Canada and Australia) or from the European Union you may now need a valid Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). Holders of Irish passports or legal residents of Ireland are exempt from this requirement.

This can be applied for via the UK Government website here.

Accommodation

• Premier Inn Redhill Reigate
• Travelodge Redhill

Disabled Access

The venue is at ground level and has an access ramp in one of the car parks. Four disabled parking spaces are available in the venue's car parks.

Each event is run in groups, determined by how many people are competing in that event. Your scrambling and judging assignments are the minimum amount you should be helping out as it only is for first rounds. We always appreciate extra help!

Groups will be available on competitiongroups.com after registration closes.

If the competition fills, your registration will be placed on the waiting list. If somebody drops out before Monday 25th May 2026 at 5pm, the next on the list will be moved onto the list of registered competitors. Note that you need to pay the registration fee in order to secure your spot on the waiting list.

You can check your position on the waiting list on the Register page.

A full refund will be given to anyone that is not promoted from the Waiting List to the competitor list as a result of dropouts. If you wish to be removed from the Waiting List in order to get a refund sooner, then please contact the organisation team in advance.