UKTC events are a competition, but they’re also friendly, fair, and a celebration of the hobby. A big part of that is making sure every table looks like Warhammer: painted armies, identifiable units, and no “unfinished” models. Our requirements are listed in our policies and procedures documents you can find them here . This article takes a look at the Battle Ready  standard using Games Workshop’s own guidance ( here ), then explains how we apply that standard , and what the

The Ladder Moves Constantly Manchester GT: Winter was a proper Super-Major weekend: 306 players , 29 factions , playing over our 7 round format that crowned Innes Wilson as our back-to-back champion for UKTC events. This post takes a look at the impacts these results have had on the UKTC rankings. UKTC rankings are a summary of your season, reported on BCP. They are built from your top 6  event results, with points being driven by placing + wins + event size  (BCP scoring) -

Part of what makes UKTC events run smoothly at scale is the work of our judge team. Supported by the judge programme, we aim to raise the bar. Our judges work hard to deliver consistent, clear, and impartial rulings and game management across every round. The result is a better experience for everyone: clearer resolutions to rules questions, reduced friction at the table, and a fair competitive environment where the focus stays on the game and the fun. If you are newer to com

Manchester’s 40k Super-Major is stacked top-to-bottom (306 players across 29 factions), but a few names carry extra  gravity this weekend. Whether it’s a top-of-the-table title chase, a breakout into the elite ranks, or a faction pivot that could either look genius or brutal by round three. Before we zoom in, here’s the shape of the battlefield: Necrons  are the biggest chunk of the room ( 25 players | 8.2% ) Space Marines (Astartes)  are close behind ( 21 | 6.9% ) Death Guar

If you’ve been keeping even half an eye on the UKTC 2025/2026 season , you might already know this, the top positions are tight, and the mid-table is crowded. One big weekend can rewrite both. And that’s why The Manchester GT: Winter  is shaping up to be one of those “you’ll wish you’d been there” moments. UKTC seasons run from the day after the LGT to the following LGT , and your season score is built from the points you earn at UKTC-registered events. All registered events

If you’ve played a UKTC event recently, chances are you’ve felt it: the buzz of a packed hall, the nervous smiles before round one, the laughter that carries across tables even when the games are tight. UKTC isn’t just a tournament series... it’s a community. And within that community, teams are where the magic really happens. What do I mean by "Teams"? I don't just mean the teams format, I mean the people on your squad, your friends in your squad, the people you travel, cele