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The British Championships is British Weight Lifting’s (BWL) flagship event, bringing together the UK’s finest weightlifting and para powerlifting talent across one action-packed weekend.

Be there to witness Britain’s strongest live. Bring the next generation: Children under 12 attend FREE with a paying adult.

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Event Details:

16 – 17 May 2026

Telford International Centre, Telford, Shropshire, TF3 4JH

Draft competition schedule

Accreditation Scope

Accredited media will receive access to designated media areas, and mixed zone opportunities (subject to final event operations plan) TBC. Complimentary access to the British Championships? Commercial partners will be prioritised for warm-up area access.

Media Policy

All accredited media must adhere to the BWL Event Media Policy, including guidelines relating to filming, photography, and content usage rights. 

BWL Event Video and Photography Policy

BWL Video and Photography Guidelines

How to apply

Planning to capture professional content? Here’s what you need to do:

  • Complete the accreditation form (deadline: 28 April 2026, 23:59)
  • Applications will be reviewed after the deadline
  • You’ll receive a decision by 1 May 2026

Apply here

 

2025 Results:

Overall best male Para Powerlifter: Mark Swan

Lightweight division

First place – Mark Swan: Bench 213kg | Points 208.88

Second place – Finlay Davidson: Bench 155kg | Points 178.52

Third place – Sean Clare: Bench 151kg | Points 157.03

Heavyweight division

First place – Mattie Harding: Bench 190kg | Points 178.12

Second place – Ali Jawad: Bench 187kg | Points 174.72

Third place – Liam McGarry: Bench 224kg | Points 161.55

Overall best female Para powerlifter: Olivia Broome

Lightweight division

First place – Olivia Broome: Bench 116kg | Points 118.65

Second place – Lottie McGuinness: Bench 108kg | Points 105.33

Third place – Miranda Button: Bench 81kg | Points 85.85

Heavyweight division

First place – Louise Sugden: Bench 121kg | Points 103.43

Second place – Doaa Shayea: Bench 102kg | Points 97.74

Third place – Cassy Maylon: Bench 102kg | Points 77.29

Click the link below to check out the full competition results:

Para Powerlifting results

 

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