Proposed 2026 Event Dates
(Dates/Venues may be subject to change.)
Category: Lure Coursing Meetings
National Championships 2026 – Stratford Racecourse
19th-20th September 2026
Stratford Racecourse, Warwickshire, CV37 9SE
Location on what3words to the entrance of the field is share.things.buyers
Early entry: Members of UK Sighthound Sport will receive a entry link via email on 1st August 2026. (Entries open to all from 18th August 2026)
Closing date for entries is on the 12th September 2026, unless entry caps reached sooner.
Any queries email contact@uksighthoundsport.com
SATURDAY 19th – Saluki and Whippet MALES (Standard & Sprinter)
SUNDAY 20th – Whippet FEMALES (Standard & Sprinter) and all other eligible breeds.
ENTRY
Entry is completed online at www.coursing24.eu (via email link for members). To get started, simply create an account and register your dogs. Please see the handy manual to guide you through the account and dog registration process.
As this is a new system for UKSS, we appreciate your patience while we continue integrating it. If you need any help along the way, please feel free to contact us and we will be happy to assist you.
CANCELLATION / WITHDRAWAL
If you need to withdraw your dog from the competition, please complete our Cancellation Form. This helps free up spaces for other owners who are waiting to enter.
TRIALS
Entry for trials opens on 18th August.
There will be limited spaces available for trials on both Saturday and Sunday. Please fill in the Trials form to enter your dog:
CAMPING
Camping is available nearby at Stratford Touring Park, directly with www.stratfordtouringpark.com
Summer Championships 2026 – Results
SATURDAY
(Saluki Males and Females, Whippet Standard and Sprinter Males. )
Scores of the first runs:
Scores of the second runs:
Final results:
SUNDAY
(Afghan, Borzoi, Deerhound, Galgo Espanol , Whippet Standard and Sprinter Females.)
Scores of the first runs:
Scores of the second runs:
Final results:
Summer Championships 2026 – Kenslow Farm
20th-21st June 2026
Kenslow Farm, Middleton By Youlgreave, Bakewell, DE45 1LY
Location on what3words to the entrance of the field is jetting.plugged.houseboat
Early entry: Members of UK Sighthound Sport will receive a entry link via email on 11th May 2026. (Entries open to all from 18th May 2026)
Closing date for entries on 12th June, unless entry caps reached sooner.
Any queries email contact@uksighthoundsport.com
SATURDAY 20th – Saluki and Whippet MALES (Standard & Sprinter)
SUNDAY 21th – Whippet FEMALES (Standard & Sprinter) and all other
eligible breeds.
ENTRY
Entry is completed online at www.coursing24.eu (via email link for members). To get started, simply create an account and register your dogs. Please see the handy manual to guide you through the account and dog registration process.
As this is a new system for UKSS, we appreciate your patience while we continue integrating it. If you need any help along the way, please feel free to contact us and we will be happy to assist you.
CANCELLATION / WITHDRAWAL
If you need to withdraw your dog from the competition, please complete our Cancellation Form. This helps free up spaces for other owners who are waiting to enter.
TRIALS
There will be limited spaces available for trials on both Saturday and Sunday. Please fill in the Trials form to enter your dog:
CAMPING
Camping is available Fri 19th – Sun 21st at £15 per night. Camping to be booked via the camping form:
Spring Championships 2026 – Results
SATURDAY
Scores of the first runs:
Scores of the second runs:
Final results:
SUNDAY
Scores of the first runs:
Scores of the second runs:
Final results:
Spring Championships 2026 – at West Ilsley
18th & 19th APRIL 2026
Starveall Farm, West Ilsley, Berkshire, RG20 7DN
Location on what3words to the entrance of the field is chart.subtitle.flame
Early entry: Members of UK Sighthound Sport will receive a entry link via email on 18th March . (Entries open to all from 30th March 2026)
Closing date for entries at 7pm on 8th April, unless entry caps reached sooner.
Any queries email contact@uksighthoundsport.com
SATURDAY 18th – Whippet (Sprinter) and Saluki only.
SUNDAY 19th – Whippet (Standard) and all other eligible breeds.
ENTRY
Entry is completed online at www.coursing24.eu (via email link for members). To get started, simply create an account and register your dogs. Please see the handy manual to guide you through the account and dog registration process.
As this is a new system for UKSS, we appreciate your patience while we continue integrating it. If you need any help along the way, please feel free to contact us and we will be happy to assist you.
CANCELLATION / WITHDRAWAL
If you need to withdraw your dog from the competition, please complete our Cancellation Form. This helps free up spaces for other owners who are waiting to enter.
TRIALS
There will be limited spaces available for trials on both Saturday and Sunday. Please fill in the Trials form to enter your dog:
UKSS & SWC Spring Trials Day – 2026
Entry will open at 12 noon, Sunday 1st March.
– ENTRY CAP REACHED –
Registration is now closed as the entry cap has been reached.
This year, the UKSS spring trials day is being held as a joint event in collaboration with the Sporting Whippet Club (SWC).
| Date: | Sunday 29th March 2026 |
| Location: | Brailes Village Hall, Castle Hill Ln, Upper Brailes, Banbury OX15 5AS |
| what3words location: | liberated.booth.grows |
Entry forms
Please note there are two separate forms and ensure you complete the correct form for the dog(s) you wish to enter:
| New Dogs: | For dogs that are – trying lure coursing for the first time, – in the process of obtaining their licence, – or for experienced dogs needing further training. |
| Clearing Partners: | For dogs that already have their licence and can be used as clearing partners. |
For newcomers with Whippets and Italian Greyhounds, these breeds are separated into two categories, ‘standard’ and ‘sprinter’. This has nothing to do with the speed of the dog, it is categories for the height.
All whippets and Italian Greyhounds are measured officially prior to licences being issued, however we ask all owners to use their best estimate when entering so we can assure the appropriate partner dog is used during any paired trial.
| Whippet | |
| Standard (Dogs) | Max: 51 cm |
| Standard (Bitches) | Max: 48 cm |
| Sprinter (Dogs) | Max: 56 cm |
| Sprinter (Bitches) | Max: 52 cm |
| Italian Greyhound | |
| Standard (Dogs & Bitches) | Max: 38 cm |
| Sprinter (Dogs & Bitches) | Max: 41 cm |
Any questions please ask contact@uksighthoundsport.com
For information about the UKSS licence process, please visit the licence page or view our licence guide.
New Entry Process – Coursing24.eu
Some of you will have heard at the AGM that we were looking into a new program that will handle entries and scoring at our events. In preparation for this change we are asking members to register on the website (https://coursing24.eu/) and upload their dogs details (including your dog’s current licence). It is fairly straightforward. Please use the handy guide:
As with all changes like this we know they can be tricky to navigate and we will help wherever we can. Please email the club and we will be happy to help.
TEAM UK 2026 – CURRENT QUALIFIER POINTS
Points for the qualifying period for WCC 2026 (Summer Champs 2025, National Champs 2025 & Spring Champs 2026)
- Dogs in bold have directly qualified for TEAM UK 2026 by having the top scores for their breed and sex (unless mixed class) at the UKSS National Championship 2025.
The Top 6 highest scoring UKSS authorised dogs in each breed and sex (unless mixed) receive in descending order:
10 points, 6 points, 4 points, 3 points, 2 points, 1 point
(owners need to ensure their dogs meet FCI and local requirements)
| BREED/SEX | NAME | |
|---|---|---|
| AFGHAN HOUND | ||
| MALE | EL ROALITO KEEP SMILING (IMP DEU) | 10 |
| DEERHOUND | ||
| FEMALE | BEARDSWOOD XANTHE | 4 |
| FEMALE | PENHERALD POLKA AT CALBRIADH | 3 |
| MALE | CLAONAIGLEN AFFRIC | 16 |
| MALE | ERYRI FRASER | 12 |
| MALE | BEARDSWOOD XCALIBUR | 6 |
| GALGO ESPAÑOL | ||
| FEMALE | LC CH TEMPLADA DE MONTE PODRIDO | 16 |
| MALE | LC CH RAYMA XANO-XANO I | 16 |
| PHAROAH HOUND | ||
| MALE | BAZINGA KINGSGUARD OF THE REALM | 16 |
| SALUKI | ||
| FEMALE | ZAFARANIYEH DASHTE MARGO | 16 |
| FEMALE | LC CH MUMTAZ CALECHE | 11 |
| FEMALE | ZAFARANIYEH DASHTE KAVIR | 8 |
| FEMALE | LC CH ALISHAMAR ROXANE JW (IMP BEL) | 6 |
| FEMALE | LC CH GARAMIYAS MERIDIANA MAHZAD (IMP SWE) | 6 |
| FEMALE | LC CH NICOLEFARHI DEL BORGHINO (IMP ITA) | 2 |
| FEMALE | CLASSICUS ALCHEMY FOR CHARRIOAK | 2 |
| FEMALE | CH LUACHMHAR JADIRA KASAQUE | 1 |
| MALE | A’SIM SHA’RIF AL ASMAANII AT BARAKISCH | 16 |
| MALE | LC CH TIN SOLDIER | 16 |
| MALE | SINCERITY KALIMANTAN CASHAR | 7 |
| MALE | FLYTESFIELD HYDDWN | 2 |
| WHIPPET | ||
| FEMALE | RUNPHAR TADITA ATIRA | 12 |
| FEMALE | RYEMEADOWS PRECIOUS OPAL | 10 |
| FEMALE | COPPERMOW SUNSTONE AT LUATHASTAR | 8 |
| FEMALE | SILVERHARE FORTIS SECRET | 7 |
| FEMALE | LC CH WIZZYWIPS HEAVEN SENT | 4 |
| FEMALE | WHIPPINESS TORNADO TAKEOFF | 4 |
| FEMALE | LC CH ROYALTUDOR STORM DIANA OF OHOKA | 3 |
| FEMALE | WINTERFELLIN MUST BE CRAFTY | 3 |
| FEMALE | GEMSTONE LUNA SAPPHIRE OF RUNPHAR | 1 |
| MALE | COPPERMOW LOKI | 10 |
| MALE | LAGUNA LYNETTES LONZO | 10 |
| MALE | LC CH PHAREAL NO QUESTIONS ASKED AT RUNPHAR | 6 |
| MALE | WHIPPYSNIP GOLDEN BOY | 6 |
| MALE | LC CH RYEMEADOWS MIDNIGHT SUN | 4 |
| MALE | WILTWOJS JAW GASTON | 4 |
| MALE | WINTERFELLIN DASHIN COMET AVEC ELSTOTO | 3 |
| MALE | EIDYNROCK SANGOMA WITH SILKSPUN | 3 |
| MALE | RUNPHAR GEMINI DOUBLE TAKE | 2 |
| MALE | OHOKA TIP TOP | 2 |
| MALE | LC CH HARERUNNER HOMBRE ESTRELLA | 1 |
National Championships 2025 – Results
SATURDAY
Scores of the first runs:
Scores of the second runs:
Final results:
SUNDAY
Scores of the first runs:
Scores of the second runs:
Final results:
SUPREME BEST IN FIELD
Gardner’s standard whippet bitch – RYEMEADOWS PRECIOUS OPAL
National Championships 2025 – at Stratford Racecourse
27th & 28th SEPTEMBER 2025
Stratford Racecourse, Warwickshire, CV37 9SE
Early entry exclusive to members of UK Sighthound Sport from midday 25th August 2025 (Entries open to all from 1st September 2025)
Closing date for entries at 17:00 on Friday 19th September, unless entry caps reached sooner.
Any queries email contact@uksighthoundsport.com
When you submit your entry, you will be sent an automated confirmation, please check your junk files.
SATURDAY (all breeds except Whippet Sprinter and Saluki)
SUNDAY (Whippet Sprinter and Saluki only)
TRIALS
Entries for Trials is now closed.
A limited number of trials for eligible breeds will be available on both days of the competition.
Paired licence runs will be dependent on availability of suitable partner.
Trials Fee: £8 per dog/per day – please do not pay until your place is confirmed.
Minimum age for trials: 9 months Whippets, Italian Greyhounds & Cirneco Dell’Etna, for all other breeds 12 months.
For more information on how to get your dog cleared for a UKSS licence, please see our Licence Page and Licence Guide.
If you have a licenced dog that will be on site, please consider offering them as a partner. Don’t forget that to get your dog’s licence, you relied on the generosity of other dogs and their owners to clear them, so please pay it forward. Please enter your available licenced dogs in the competition entry forms.
Any queries email contact@uksighthoundsport.com
WITHDRAWALS
It is requested that competitors inform UKSS if any dog or bitch is to be withdrawn from competition, for whatever reason.
Any queries email contact@uksighthoundsport.com