What are series competitions?

Series competitions are when two competitions happen one after the other, with a different competition on each day. You may only register for one of the two competitions and are not expected to attend the other day.

Normal registration procedures applied. However, if a competitor registered for more than one competition in the series, we will only accept the registration that is paid earlier.

The events and schedule for each competition in the series is different.

What competitions are in these series and which one is right for me?

Saturday is Falkirk Open 2026: this competition is perfect for competitors who have been to competitions before and know what to expect, or anyone interested in competing in some more adventurous events. This competition is open to anybody to attend and all competitors will be eligible for medals.

Sunday is Falkirk Beginners 2026: this competition is especially targeted towards first-timers and inexperienced competitors, with a comfortable events list and lenient time limits. This is a great opportunity for beginners to compete in a relaxed environment amongst other people of a similar experience level. Please note that while this competition is open to anyone to attend, only competitors who have attended 2 or fewer competitions before will be eligible for medals.

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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.

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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: Do I have to be there on both days?
A: No, if you only have events on one of the days, you don't have to turn up for the other day. You can see what days your events are on on the Schedule tab.

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

To register, 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.

If you are a new competitor, please make sure to:

• Familiarise yourself with the WCA Regulations by watching this tutorial for new competitors video. We will also be holding a live tutorial on both mornings of the competition.

• Bring some form of ID with you such as your passport, driver's licence, or birth certificate. Expired ID or photos of ID are both accepted.

Information for All Competitors

• Schedule Changes: Please note that the schedule is subject to change up until the Wednesday before the competition. Any major changes should be communicated in the precompetition email.

• Please help judge! As a competitor, your judging assignments are the absolute minimum you should be doing to help out. Since second rounds, third rounds and finals have no assigned judges, we really need people to help out whenever available for these. If you're a parent you can also get involved with running and juging, it's really easy! We will have a judging tutorial in the mornings as well, which will run through the process and will be tailored towards parents who want to get involved.

• No flash photography anywhere in the venue.

• If you are a spectator, please never stand further forward than the front row of spectator chairs.

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 Grangemouth Town Hall, 27 Bo'ness Rd, Grangemouth FK3 8AN.
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Travel

Car: There is an Asda supermarket with a large car park just one minute walk from the venue. While the signs state only 2 hours of free parking, we have been advised by the venue that parking here all day is fine for those using the venue.

Alternative parking is the Talbot St and Union Rd public car parks, both free and both only a 5 minute walk from the venue.

Bus/Train: There is a bus stop (Charing Cross) immediately outside the venue with regular services from Falkirk. Falkirk can be easily reach by train from Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling and further afield.

Plane: Edinburgh airport is closest (approximately 1 hour by public transport, 40 minutes by car/taxi) with Glasgow airport just a little further away (2 hours by public transport, 45 minutes by car/taxi)

Disabled Access

There are 2 disabled car parking spaces immediately outside the venue. There is a ramp to access the building with the ground floor (with main hall) being fully accessible. There is a first floor balcony with additional seating overlooking the main hall, however, this is upstairs with no disabled access available.

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

Small independent hotels (visitfalkirk.com/places-to-stay is a useful local resource) and Airbnbs can be found within walking distance in Grangemouth.

Larger chain hotels such as Premier Inn and Travelodge can be found a few miles away just outside Grangemouth and also in nearby Falkirk, all easily reached by car, bus or taxi.

Nearby Grange Manor Hotel is offering competitors discounted rooms on the nights of 20th and 21st February (£119 per room per night) and 22nd February (£99 per room per night) with prices inclusive of full Scottish breakfast. Please call 01324 474836 or email info@grangemanor.co.uk, and mention 'CUBING'.

Food/Drink

An Asda supermarket (open 24 hours) is right next to the venue. Domino's pizza, Costa Coffee, Greggs and Subway can all be found within a few minutes walk.

Falkirk Science Festival is proud to partner with the inaugural Falkirk Speed Cubing Competition, bringing together STEM learning and competitive puzzling in an exciting new event.

As an annual celebration of innovation and discovery, the festival supports activities that inspire curiosity and mental agility - making speed cubing a perfect fit.

This collaboration highlights Falkirk as a growing hub for science, creativity, and inclusive learning, and marks a new chapter in community-led STEM engagement.

Each event is run in groups, determined by how many people are competing in that event. We will call up the groups either one or two at a time depending on how many stages we have at the competition (which you can see on the Schedule tab). Odd groups will always be on the left stage and even groups on the right stage. 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!

Please note down which groups you are competing and scrambling in before arriving at the competition!

Groups

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