BUCS Big Wednesday

The full schedule can be downloaded here.

Tuesday 24 March

American Football | Loughborough 1st XV Pitch, LE11 3TT

Open Trophy Final 10:30

Open Vase Final 14:00

Open Championship Final 19:00

Wednesday 25 March

Badminton | Netball & Badminton Centre, Towers Way, LE11 3TS

Open Trophy & Female Championship Finals 09:30

Open Championship & Female Trophy Finals 15:00

Basketball & Wheelchair Basketball | Netball & Badminton Centre, Towers Way, LE11 3TS

Subway BUCS Women's Basketball Trophy 09:30

Subway BUCS Men's Basketball Trophy 12:00

Subway BUCS Mixed Wheelchair Basketball Championship 14:30

Subway BUCS Women's Basketball Championship 17:00

Subway BUCS Men's Basketball Championship 19:30

Fencing | Dan Maskell Tennis Centre, LE11 3JD

Mixed and Female Trophy 11:00

Mixed and Female Championship 14:30

Football (Trophy) | Loughborough University Football Pitch 4, LE11 3GR

Men's Trophy 10:00

Women's Trophy 13:30

Football (Championship) |Loughborough University Stadium, Oakwood Drive, LE11 3QF

Men's Championship 16:30

Women's Trophy 19:45

Hockey (Vase & Championship) | Water-based Hockey Pitch, Hazlerigg Walk, LE11 3UB

Female Vase 10:00

Open Vase 12:15

Female Championship 14:30

Open Championship 17:30

Hockey (Trophy)| EHB Pitch, LE11 3TP 

Female Trophy10:30

Open Trophy 13:30

Lacrosse | PEC Rubbercrumb Pitch, Epinal Way, LE11 3TU

Women's Trophy 10:00

Men's Trophy 12:30

Women's Championship 16:30

Men's Championship 19:15

Netball | Sir David Wallace Building, Towers Way, LE11 3TU

Men's Exhibition 12:00

Female Trophy 14:00

Female Championship 16:30

Rugby League | Loughborough 1st XV Pitch, LE11 3TT

Men's Trophy 15:00

Men's Championship 17:45

Rugby Union | Loughborough University Pitch 1 & 2, LE11 3QF

Women's Vase & Women's Trophy 11:00

Men's Vase & Men's Trophy 14:30

Squash | Dan Maskell Tennis Centre, LE11 3JD

Male and Female Trophy 11:00

Male Championship 13:00

Female Championship 15:30

Table Tennis | Holywell Fitness Centre, Oakwood Drive, LE11 3QF

Men's Trophy 09:00

Women's Trophy & Women's Championship 12:00

Men's Championship 14:00

Tennis | Dan Maskell Tennis Centre, LE11 3JD

Women's Trophy & Men's Vase from 08:30

Men's Trophy from 10:30

Women's Champ from 13:30

Men's Champ and Women's Vase from 15:30

Water Polo | Loughborough University Swimming Pool, Epinal Way, LE11 3TU

Open Trophy 11:45

Female Trophy 13:15

Open Championship 14:45

Female Championship 16:45

Volleyball | Sir David Wallace Building, Towers Way, LE11 3TU

Male Trophy 09:30

Female Trophy 12:00

Male Championship 17:30

Female Championship 20:00

A map of the event venues and sport locations can be dowloaded here

This is a ticketed event, and tickets are available to purchase here. Please note that tickets vary by sport, so ensure you select the correct ticket before purchasing. Tickets purchased in error are non-refundable. As this event has limited capacity it is highly recommended that you purchase your tickets in advance. Tickets will only be available to buy on the day online (via your phone) if there is capacity. No cash will be accepted.

Players

To guarantee entry into any fixture at BUCS Big Wednesday, players are strongly advised to purchase a ticket. Only a limited number of accredited players will be permitted entry at each venue.

Accessible Tickets

Accessible tickets are available for a number of indoor sports and include admission for a carer. These tickets are suitable for wheelchair users, with seating provided at ground level where bleacher seating is in use. If accessible tickets for a particular sport are not advertised or are sold out, please email [email protected] and we will endeavour to accommodate requests where possible.

Child Tickets

Child tickets are not available for this event. However, U16s may purchase a student ticket (no student ID is required) and must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over, who must also hold a valid ticket.  

Media accreditation for BUCS Big Wednesday is now open and can be obtained by completing this form. This form will close on Sunday 22 March 2026 at 11.59pm and further details will be sent to all successful applicants on Monday 23 March 2026.

Enquiries for media accreditation and live streaming should be directed to Jack Hodgetts.

This year we are live streaming Championship Tennis, Squash, Basketball, Badminton, Fencing Lacrosse, Hockey, Wheelchair Basketball, Water Polo, Volleyball and Football. We will also be streaming all three American Football games, both Rugby League and Netball games.

To watch live or rewatch your team win over and over again, visit the BUCS YouTube channel.

No livestreams (including Facebook or Instagram Lives), other than BUCS official livestreams, are authorised during BUCS Big Wednesday.

Food and refreshments will be available for spectators to purchase at the event. There will be food stands at the following locations:

Holywell Stadium Forecourt: 09:30-21:00 ///outfit.unique.merit

Hockey Waterbased Pitch: 09:30-19:00 ///season.acting.ranks

1st XV Pitch off Towers Way: Tuesday 10:30-20:00 & Wednesday 09:30-21:00

All locations will serve hot food, and a selection of hot and cold drinks. Alcohol will not be served until 12:00 and only alcohol purchased at these Loughborough Catering Outlets can be bought into the venues.

Loughborough University Students Union also has a host of shops, cafes and food outlets.

We encourage car sharing and making use of public transport where possible. Further information on help to plan your journey can be found here. 

From the train station: 

Bus

The Sprint Bus service operates between Loughborough Train Station and Holywell Park running through the length of the university campus.  It is a 15-20 minute journey from the train station to the east side of campus (Hubs 1,2,3 and 4) and a 20-25 minute journey to Holywell (Hub 5). Buses run every 10 minutes between 8am-6pm, after which they run every 20 minutes. The Sprint bus timetable can be found here. There will be additional buses circulating campus more frequently.  

Train Station -> Loughborough University Campus 

The first bus leaves the train station at 7:30am and the last bus leaves at 9pm. 

Loughborough University Campus -> Train Station  

The first bus leaves Holywell Park at 8:05am and the last bus leaves campus from the Students Union for the train station at 9:13pm. 

Walk 

It is a 40 minute walk from the train station to the East Entrance of Campus. It is an hour walk to the Holywell side of Campus so the free shuttle bus on campus is recommended. 

Spectators should enter the campus using the West Entrance (What Three Words Location: wipes.dinner.hell) to park at Holywell Conference Centre or Car Park 1.

If you are travelling to watch sports at Hubs 1-4 please allow time to make your way across campus. It is up to a 25 minute walk from Holywell Conference Centre to the east side of campus for these sport venues. Alternatively, please make use of the free campus shuttle busses from the Holywell Park bus stop. These run every 5-10 minutes but there will be additional buses circulating campus more frequently on BUCS Big Wednesday.

Please follow instructions from security when you arrive on campus, who will direct you where to park.

Accessible Parking

There are accessible parking bays located at Holywell Fitness Centre, Tennis and Squash Centre, Car Park 15 (for Hockey) and Car Park 9 (for Hub 3). These will be on a first come first served basis. Please ensure blue badges are displayed when driving onto campus.

BUCS are delighted to announce Milk Every Moment and Subway as supporting partners of BUCS Big Wednesday 2026.

Milk Every Moment is a campaign showcasing milk, the timeless classic in your fridge; it’s more than just a beverage, it's a nutritional powerhouse. Loaded with essential nutrients, it's a top-notch source of high-quality protein and has all you need to build and repair muscles after a workout. Whether you're gearing up for your race or looking to recover post event, take a look at the website for more information and useful recipes. You will find Milk Every Moment ambassadors located across campus during the event, where they'll be offering the opportunity to win some exclusive giveaways.

Subway joins BUCS Big Wednesday 2026 as a supporting partner through its wider BUCS collaboration, encouraging students to get active as part of its ‘Fresh Moves’ initiative. During the event, Subway will be present across campus with their Fan Zone, fun activations, games, and more opportunities to win exclusive giveaways.

Canterbury is joining BUCS Big Wednesday 2026 as BUCS’ new official teamwear supplier. They’ll be on campus offering personalised BUCS Big Wednesday sports kit, giving teams and supporters the chance to get their hands on exclusive event merchandise.

Ashaway returns as the Sports Programme Partner for Badminton, providing high-quality equipment and support to ensure the competition is delivered to the highest standard.

Wilson is the Exclusive Basketball Supplier of BUCS Big Wednesday 2026. They provide high quality equipment and support students through their higher education sporting journey.

Football America is our recommended sports equipment supplier of the BUCS American Football programme. Football America are committed to providing American Football teams and individuals the best service and products they desire, with experienced and knowledgeable staff.

Our BUCS Big Wednesday 2026 partners are excited to be supporting you as you take on a thrilling day of sport.