PE Inter-Regional Championship & Challenge 2026
The Inter-Regional Championship and the Challenge Cup are key annual events organised by Pétanque England. These competitions bring together teams from across England to compete at a high level, showcasing skill, strategy, and sportsmanship. Historically, Wales has been invited to participate in the event because we were once classified as a region of England’s setup.
The details below provide an overview of the event.
Inter-Regional Championship
- Purpose: The Inter-Regional Championship is the main competition. It typically features the best teams from each Pétanque England region and invited Associations. It’s a showcase of competitive pétanque at its finest.
- Format: Teams qualify to represent their regions in this championship, often based on performance in regional leagues or selection events.
- Structure: The competition is played over a weekend, with multiple rounds of matches between teams from different regions. Points are awarded for wins, and the region with the highest overall score is declared the champion.
- Prestige: Considered the pinnacle of inter-regional pétanque in England, it is highly regarded by players.
Challenge Cup
- Purpose: The Challenge Cup runs alongside the Inter-Regional Championship and is typically for regional teams that may not have qualified for the main championship.
- Focus: This competition enables broader participation, allowing more players to compete in a national event and develop their skills in a competitive environment.
- Structure: The format mirrors the championships, with teams competing in multiple rounds to earn points and determine the winner.
Venues and Atmosphere
- These events are held in large venues with many lanes, allowing multiple games to run simultaneously.
- This year, the event is being hosted by the Sand Bay Holiday Village, Beach Rd, Kewstoke, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset, BS22 9UR
- The atmosphere is vibrant and social, with players and spectators from across the UK coming together to celebrate the sport.