GUKPT 2026 in Blackpool: Poker Tour with Record-Breaking Prizes

In November 2026, the GUKPT returns to Blackpool with a guarantee of over £500,000. Find out the schedule, buy-ins, and main events of the stop.

In November 2026, the legendary Grosvenor UK Poker Tour (GUKPT) series returns to Blackpool—this time for the 21st time in the tour’s history. The penultimate stop of the season promises to be one of the largest yet: a total prize pool of over £500,000 is guaranteed, and the Main Event with a £1,250 buy-in and a £250,000 guarantee will once again bring together the best players from the UK and guests from abroad. GUKPT Blackpool 2026 Schedule: Main Events and Formats The GUKPT Blackpool stop will take place from October 30 to November 8, 2026, at the Grosvenor Casino on South Promenade. The series kicks off on October 31 with the evening GUKPT Warm-Up No-Limit Hold’em tournament with a £125 buy-in. This tournament traditionally opens the festival and allows players to get into the competitive rhythm before the bigger events. On November 1, the final edition of the popular charity tournament Kav Cup will be held, created by Rick Gilby in memory of British player Derek Kavanagh. The buy-in is £40+£20, with the entire additional amount (£20) going to charity. Over the years, the Kav Cup has already raised more than £84,000 for good causes, and the organizers hope that in its final edition, this figure will surpass £100,000. The schedule then continues with a series of traditional tournaments: £250 No-Limit Hold'em Mini Main — a mini main event with an affordable buy-in and a solid prize pool; £1,000 Pot-Limit Omaha High Roller — a prestigious pot-limit Omaha high roller for action lovers and big pots; £1,650 No-Limit Hold'em High Roller — a tournament for players who prefer a high level of competition and significant prizes; £550 GUKPT Cup — another popular format for a wide range of participants; £1,250 GUKPT Main Event — the main event of the stop with a £250,000 guaranteed prize pool. This variety of formats allows players of any level to find a suitable tournament, and the packed schedule makes the Blackpool stop one of the most anticipated on the UK poker calendar. GUKPT Blackpool 2025 Results: Main Heroes and Prizes The reigning GUKPT Blackpool champion is Konstantinos "Kostas" Patsourakis, who won the Main Event in 2025. That year, the tournament attracted 270 entries, with a total prize pool of £289,560. In heads-up, Patsourakis defeated Scotland’s Liam McMurray and took home £67,990, as well as his second GUKPT Main Event trophy—his first was at the Leeds stop in 2023, where he won £78,419. Other notable winners in 2025 include Harry Sandford, who became the £1,650 High Roller champion and won £36,810. In the Mini Main Event (£250 Mini Main), Gilbert Black managed to turn his buy-in into £30,100 and claimed the champion’s title. GUKPT Blackpool 2025 Prize Table Main Event (£1,250 buy-in): 270 entries, prize pool £289,560 1st place: Konstantinos "Kostas" Patsourakis — £67,990 2nd place: Liam McMurray — amount not specified £1,650 High Roller: winner Harry Sandford — £36,810 £250 Mini Main: winner Gilbert Black — £30,100 These results confirm the high level of competition and significant opportunities for players who choose to participate in GUKPT stops. Past Champions: Who Has Won GUKPT Blackpool The GUKPT Blackpool Main Event has produced a whole array of well-known champions over the years. Among them are Priyan de Mel, Simon Deadman, Richard Trigg, Tom Middleton, Yiannis Liperis, Ian Gascoigne, Ludovic Geilich, and Ravi Sheth. Each of these players not only took home the prestigious title from Blackpool but also received a significant return on their investment, highlighting the tournament’s status as one of the key events on the UK poker scene. The victories of these professionals serve as a benchmark for new participants, and their names are regularly mentioned among the favorites for upcoming editions. Satellites to GUKPT Blackpool: How to Qualify for the Main Event You can get to GUKPT Blackpool not only by buying in directly, but also through numerous satellites. Throughout the festival, live qualifiers will be held at Grosvenor Casino, and for those who want to try their luck online, special satellites are available on the GGPoker and Grosvenor Poker platforms. Online satellites start from just £1, making them accessible to the widest possible audience. Thanks to the partnership between GGPoker and Grosvenor Poker, players who win a Main Event ticket through GGPoker or pay the £1,250 buy-in via their GGPoker account will receive an extra bonus: 10% added to their Main Event winnings. This is a unique offer that can significantly boost the final payout for successful participants. Context: What is GUKPT and Why is the Blackpool Stop So Important The Grosvenor UK Poker Tour (GUKPT) is one of the oldest and most prestigious poker series in the UK, bringing together multiple stops across the country. Each stop is not only a competition for big prizes but also an opportunity for players of all levels to test themselves against top opponents. Blackpool is traditionally considered one of the most atmospheric and popular GUKPT stops. Its history now spans 21 editions, and each time the tournament attracts both established professionals and ambitious amateurs. The prize pools, packed schedule, and high level of organization make GUKPT Blackpool a true celebration for poker fans. What This Means for PPPoker Club Players For PPPoker club members, news about GUKPT Blackpool is not only a reason to follow the pros’ successes but also a real chance to put acquired knowledge into practice. First, the series format and tournament structure can serve as an excellent example for running your own club events: a variety of buy-ins, charity tournaments, and satellites—all of this can be adapted to your club’s needs. Second, the focus on satellites and qualification opportunities for small amounts shows that even players with limited bankrolls have a chance to get into major tournaments. Use similar mechanics in your PPPoker clubs—run regular satellites and encourage newcomers to participate. Finally, the success stories of players like Konstantinos Patsourakis or Gilbert Black prove that perseverance and smart strategy can lead to outstanding results even in the most competitive fields. Keep up with the news, study the moves of the pros, and apply the best practices in your PPPoker club games.