Devon County Fencing Union

15/10/2026

*Be part of the big event!* Tiverton Swords will host the Westley Open Foil and the Westley Junior Foil on Sunday 18 October!

An ambitious charity fundraiser - TWO TOURNAMENTS in one day - probably the best Foil competition in Devon, if not the region!!!

* Sports hall at Blundells School hired! 🏟️
* Medals ordered! 🥇
* Competitor entries coming in! 🦅

We need *you* to make this massive.
- Will you *compete* ?
- Can you *referee* ?
- Could you help to run a *refreshments* stall?
- A bit of *armoury* and kit sales?
- Help to *welcome visitors?*

Your support transforms the experience for us all. 🤩 Thanks to volunteers, the Westley is an exciting, fun, heartwarming Autumnal highlight for our Fencing community. 🍁

02/10/2026

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19/09/2026

Taking names NOW for our next open BEGINNER workshops. Email tiverton.swords at gmail .com or message Tiverton Swords Fencing Club PAGE to register your interest.

Coached sessions of fun, easy swordplay skills will be held at Castle Primary School, Bampton Street, Tiverton starting at 19.00hrs. Parking is available on site.

We provide all the kit you'll need for the beginner sessions. So you just need to wear a t-shirt, tracksuit trousers or leggings (ideally without pockets) and trainers. Bring water to drink, and be ready for a fun workout!

We ask all trainees to take up British Fencing membership for insurance purposes. Their introductory membership is a free 90-day offer. https://tinyurl.com/BF90FREE

19/09/2026

19/09/2026

Following the Cardiff 2026 Para Fencing European Championships, new wheelchair fencing frames will be available via our loan scheme.

We intend to loan frames to clubs on a long-term basis, helping them support their local communities and build more grassroots wheelchair fencing opportunities nationally.

🗓️ Apply before 28th September 2026

🔗 Learn more and apply: https://www.britishfencing.com/new-wheelchair-fencing-frames-loan-scheme/

19/09/2026

BF is inviting members of the fencing community to take part in a consultation on the proposed U18 Athlete Recruitment Policy and accompanying guidance.

The draft U18 Athlete Recruitment Policy has been developed to provide greater clarity around the recruitment of athletes under 18 and to support ethical, transparent and professional relationships between athletes, parents, coaches and clubs.

🔗 More info here:
https://www.britishfencing.com/u18-athlete-recruitment-policy-and-guidance/