The 2027 Britannia Dance Championships will be held from Friday 12 to Sunday 14 February 2027 at the Hilton at the Utilita Bowl, Botley Road, West End, Southampton, SO30 3XH, United Kingdom.All competition sessions and Friday and Saturday evening celebrations take place within the Hilton, allowing guests to compete, dine and stay together.Our optional Grand and Ultimate Experiences begin on Tuesday 9 February, combining the competition weekend with hotel accommodation, hosted excursions and dining outings.

The competition is divided into five sessions across the weekend:Session 1 • Friday 12 February • DaytimeProAm International Latin, American Smooth and Argentine Tango. Single Dance, Multi Dance, Rising Star and Scholarship events, including the Smooth section of the 9 Dance Scholarship and Latin section of the 10 Dance Scholarship.Session 2 • Friday 12 February • EveningSchool Disco themed dinner party, VIP ProAm shows and World ProAm Dance Cup® Grand Finals in International Latin, American Smooth and Argentine Tango. Professional Ballroom and Latin Championships.Session 3 • Saturday 13 February • DaytimeProAm International Ballroom, American Rhythm and Caribbean Mix. Single Dance, Multi Dance, Rising Star and Scholarship events, including the Rhythm section of the 9 Dance Scholarship and Ballroom section of the 10 Dance Scholarship.Session 4 • Saturday 13 February • EveningValentine’s black tie Gala Dinner, VIP ProAm shows and World ProAm Dance Cup® Grand Finals in International Ballroom, American Rhythm and Caribbean Mix. Amateur All Stars Invitation Competition and world class cabaret.Session 5 • Sunday 14 February • All DayOpen Couples competitions for all ages, Open Supporting Events, Children’s Teacher–Student events, Solo competitions and BDSA Sovereign League events.A detailed timetable will be released closer to the event once entries have closed.

Exact door opening and competition start times will be published with the official heat list approximately one week before the event.Friday and Saturday each have a daytime competition session and a separate evening programme. Sunday’s competitions take place throughout the day.Dinner arrival and service times for Friday’s School Disco party and Saturday’s Gala Dinner will be confirmed before the event.Competitors must be present in the ballroom at least 30 minutes before their first scheduled event. Please check the final timetable carefully when planning your arrival. As a general guide:Friday & Saturday (Daytime) – doors will open at approximately 8:30amFriday & Saturday (Evening Sessions) – doors open at 6:30pm for dinner guests, and 7:15pm for non-dinner ticket holdersSunday – doors open at 8:30amCompetitors must be present in the ballroom at least 30 minutes before their first scheduled event.

We offer admission packages for the competition weekend and two residential experiences for guests wishing to enjoy a longer stay.Competition Admission PackagesFriday and Saturday admission includes the daytime competitions, evening entertainment, and daytime tea, coffee and snacks. Choose one day or both days, with optional upgrades to include Friday’s School Disco Dinner and Saturday’s Gala Dinner. Lunch is available to purchase separately.The Grand Experience • 9 to 14 FebruaryFive nights in a standard guest room at the Hilton with breakfast, Tuesday welcome drinks and dinner, two hosted excursion days with lunches, dinner outings and local outing transport, plus Friday and Saturday daytime and evening admission.Also included are Friday and Saturday lunches, daytime refreshments and snacks, both evening dinners with reserved dining seats, Saturday’s welcome drink and a souvenir programme. Airport transfers can be arranged at an additional cost.The Ultimate Experience • 9 to 14 FebruaryEverything in the Grand Experience, plus a Deluxe room with a pitch view balcony, shared VIP return Heathrow airport transfers coordinated around agreed flights, a welcome gift and personal arrival coordination, priority dining seating on Friday and Saturday, and Sunday spectator admission.Flights and competition entry fees are not included. Excursion arrangements and room availability are subject to confirmation.Please see our Packages page for full details, prices and booking information.

The Hilton at the Utilita Bowl is situated next to the Hampshire Cricket Ground, just outside Southampton, with easy access from the M27 (Junction 7). It is also adjacent to the Holiday Inn Express Southampton, which offers convenient alternative accommodation at a lower rate.

In addition to the main competition venue, the Hilton, many guests stay at the Holiday Inn Express next door, or other nearby hotels in Southampton and Hedge End. Competitors are advised to book accommodation early, as rooms at the Hilton sell out quickly. Hotel booking links will be published on the website once available.

The event venue — Hilton at the Utilita Bowl, Southampton (SO30 3XH) — is ideally located near several major airports in southern England. Southampton Airport (SOU) Travel time to venue: Around 10 minutes by car or taxi (7 miles). By train: Direct service to Southampton Parkway or Hedge End, followed by a 5–10-minute taxi ride. Typical spring flight routes (direct): UK & Ireland: Manchester, Newcastle, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Belfast, Dublin. Europe: Paris (CDG), Amsterdam, Düsseldorf, Faro, Alicante, Palma, Malaga, Bergerac. (Routes vary seasonally — check southamptonairport.com for the latest spring schedules.) Bournemouth Airport (BOH) Travel time to venue: Around 45 minutes by car (35 miles). Typical spring flight routes (direct): UK & Channel Islands: Jersey, Guernsey. Europe: Alicante, Faro, Malaga, Tenerife, Lanzarote, Krakow, Budapest, Geneva. (See bournemouthairport.com for current schedules.) London Heathrow Airport (LHR) Travel time: Around 1 hour 15 minutes by car via M3. By train: Heathrow Express to London Paddington, then direct to Southampton Central (around 1 hour 45 minutes total). Connectivity: One of the world’s largest international hubs with direct routes from all major continents. London Gatwick Airport (LGW) Travel time: Around 1 hour 30 minutes by car via M23 and M27. By train: Direct rail service from Gatwick to Southampton Central (approx. 1 hour 40 minutes). Connectivity: Extensive European and transatlantic routes. Tip: For ease and proximity, Southampton Airport is the most convenient option, while Heathrow and Gatwick provide the best international coverage. Private transfers can be arranged through the Hilton concierge or local taxi companies. For information on international travel, visas, and competitor support, please see our International Competitors & Visa Guidance section.

The Britannia Dance Championships are organised by James & Kelly Prouton of Dizzyfeet Dancing Limited, experienced professional dancers, adjudicators, and event directors.

For all enquiries, including entries, sponsorship, media, or partnership requests, please contact: info@britopen.dance www.britopen.dance