BAPTO Amateur Weekend

Welcome to the 49th Annual BAPTO Amateur Pool Tournament

The 49th Annual BAPTO Team Trophy Weekend is set to be one of the biggest and most exciting yet, as we continue to build on nearly five decades of history as the UK’s longest-running and most iconic pool tournament weekend. 

This year’s prize fund has increased to £21,000, boosted by the addition of the official Hainsworth Speed Pool Trophy. The main event will once again feature a full 128-team line-up, promising a busy and competitive weekend — with demand high, early registration is recommended to secure your spot.

Played on Hainsworth Precision cloth — renowned as the world’s fastest napped cloth — the new Speed Pool event adds a fresh, fast-paced dimension to the weekend, promising thrilling action, quick-fire frames, and the potential for record-breaking performances.

Alongside the on-table action, we’ve made things even smoother off the table with the launch of our brand-new accommodation booking website, making it easier than ever to secure your stay and plan your full BAPTO experience in one place.

Hainsworth Speed Pool Trophy – New for 2026

We are introducing the official Hainsworth Speed Pool Trophy to the Amateur weekend, adding further prestige to an already popular event. We have the fastest time qualifying table running on Thu, Fri and Sat with the top 16 fastest times going through to the knockout final. The head-to-head knockout on Saturday night is fast, high-pressure, and great to watch, consistently drawing a crowd – this will be streamed live. Played on Hainsworth Precision cloth — widely regarded as the fastest napped pool cloth in the world — it’s built for speed, precision, and big moments.

Important Update – Entry Fee Increase

The cost of hosting the event at the Norbreck continues to increase due to enforced room hire charges from the Britannia Group. This is standard policy and outside our control. 2026 is the final year of the phased increase, and the team entry fee will increase from £200 to £275. For a 5-player team, this works out at just £15 extra per player. This allows us to keep the event at the Norbreck, which still remains the best venue for BAPTO. #

Event Summary

• Amateur Five Player Team Event
• Men’s Singles Trophy
• Ladies Singles Trophy
• Mixed Doubles
• Hainsworth Speed Pool Trophy
• Flyers and Practice Available
• £21,000 Prize Fund
• Minimum 48 Frames of Pool per Team
• £275 Team Entry Fee
• Limited to 128 Teams
• Played to Blackball Rules
• 42 Sam Atlantic Pool Tables
• Super Aramith Pro Balls
• Hainsworth Precision Cloth

We advise teams to register early as we expect this event to sell out quickly. Those that don’t get a place can apply to be put on the official waiting list.