Three UK karate dates to watch this September
September is a busy month for karate in England, with several organisations listing major competitions and championship activity. The events come from different bodies and should be understood on their own terms rather than as one unified calendar.
1. England Karate’s inaugural National Championships — 20 September
England Karate lists its inaugural National Championships for 20 September 2026 at the University of Warwick. The organisation says the event will bring together competitors from its member federations, groups and clubs. Readers should check the organiser’s booking information for entry and spectator details before travelling.
2. The 41st UK International Karate Open — 20 September
The English Karate Federation has separately listed its 41st UK International Karate Open for Sunday 20 September at Crystal Leisure Centre in Stourbridge. The event page describes individual kata and kumite events, a maximum field of 650 competitors and entries through Sportdata. The page lists the late-entry period as 1–30 August, so prospective participants should confirm whether entries remain open directly with the organiser.
3. London Open and the Karate Scotland International Open
The English Karate Federation’s event calendar lists a London Open for 27 September at 170 Chingford Road, London E17 5AA. Its calendar also lists the Karate Scotland International Open for 20 September in Motherwell. These are separate events run by different organisations, so athletes should verify rules, categories, registration deadlines and venue arrangements with the relevant organiser.
A useful September checklist
Before attending, check the official event page for the latest timetable, entry status, safeguarding arrangements, parking and spectator guidance. Competitors should also confirm which ruleset and divisions apply to their event, especially when moving between organisations or styles.
Sources
English Karate Federation homepage and events
41st UK International Karate Open details
Karate Scotland / Scottish Karate Governing Body
Last checked: 8 September 2026.