UK Youth Rocketry Challenge (UKROC)

Official Links

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Last checked at: 22 May 2026

Verification status: Verified

Source URLs

• https://www.ukroc.com/
• https://www.ukroc.com/about/
• https://www.ukroc.com/registration/
• https://www.ukroc.com/how-to-enter/
• https://www.ukroc.com/rules-and-mission/

Why this listing is included

• Official UKROC pages describe the challenge as aimed at students aged 11-18 from secondary schools, colleges, educational institutions or youth groups.
• Official registration/about pages list key date: 31 December 2025 as registration deadline for the 2026 cycle.
• Official pages list 2026 stages including regional events, UK National Final on 25 June 2026, and International Final on 23-24 July 2026 at Farnborough International Airshow.
• Official pages state 2026 registration is closed and invite registration of interest for 2027.
• Official 'Why Enter' page states free entry, with teams covering typical build/equipment costs.

Notes

2026 competition registration is closed on official pages; teams can register interest for 2027. UK winning team can progress to the International Final at Farnborough International Airshow.

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