The World Cup will take place at Telford International Centre – International Way, Telford TF3 4JH.
| Friday 24 July Doors open: 4.30pm Competition: 6.30pm–9.00pm |
| Saturday 25 July Doors open: 7.00am Competitors called to mats: 8.00am Competition: 9.30am–7.00pm |
| Sunday 26 July Doors open: 8.00am Competition: 9.00am–4.30pm |
Times are subject to change please check the timetable to ensure you arrive at the venue in plenty of time. Please allow sufficient time for parking, entering the venue, completing self check-in and locating your competition area.
Celebrate an unforgettable GKR Karate World Cup weekend at the official After Party. Join competitors, families, officials and friends for an evening of food, live entertainment and celebration at the Ludlow Suite.
Make sure you check in via our competitor area so we know you're here and ready for your events!
The live timetable is now available and shows the expected running order and competition updates.
Competition timings may change during the event. Competitors should remain close to their designated competition area and listen for announcements.
Celebrate the GKR Karate World Cup with our official UK merchandise range. Shop event clothing, national team apparel, badges, accessories and training equipment, with options available for competitors, supporters and families.
Stock and sizes are limited, so we recommend ordering early to avoid disappointment.
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Important information for competitors in:
18-34yrs Male, 3rd – 1st Kyu
Jnr Male Opens
Snr Male Opens
Snr Female Opens
45-54 Years Male, Black Belts
45-54 Years Female, Black Belts
55-64rs Male, Black Belt
Not competing? Not a problem. Spectator tickets can be purchased online.
We recommend purchasing tickets in advance where possible. Tickets will remain available subject to venue capacity.
Parking is available at the venue and costs £10 per day. Please follow the event and venue parking signs when you arrive.
Cashless Venue - The Telford International Centre is a cashless venue and as such GKR concessions and partners will be card only.
The Telford International Centre is a cashless venue and as such GKR concessions and partners will be card only.
Food, drink and other venue purchases must be made using a debit card, credit card or contactless payment method.
Join us as we celebrate the conclusion GKR Karate’s 2026 World Cup with live entertainment from the ‘Just My Type’ party band, a delicious ‘street food’ style buffet, cash bar, games for the kids and lucky door prizes.
Click below for more information and to get your tickets.
Yes, spectator tickets can be purchased for individual days or as a full event pass.
Full pricing and options are available here:
Once all entries have been placed into a schedule, GKR shall be uploading the official timetable for the event on the World Cup website. Please check this in the days leading up to the event.
As an overview, please note the following:
We recommend joining our World Cup event page on Facebook for notifications on when we update the website with key information.
Yes, photography and filming will take place during the event.
GKR Karate is not responsible for photographs or video recordings taken by third parties, including parents, guardians, or other participants, during classes or tournaments.
Where such content is shared on GKR Karate managed social media platforms, we will, upon request, take reasonable steps to review and remove the content in line with internal policy.
For more information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
Ramped entrances, lifts and automatic doors provide access to all key areas, including conference halls and exhibition spaces.
No, competitor entry includes access for all days.
