The UK Poker League is heading to Reading South this July, and 888poker is offering eligible players a chance to win a £560 UKPL Main Event seat without paying the live tournament buy-in.
Running from July 14-19, 2026, UKPL Reading South is part of the wider £250,000 guaranteed UKPL series. The stop brings together a packed live poker schedule, cash games, satellites and side events, with the Main Event at the centre of the action.
2026 UKPL Season
- Luton - February 17-22 - COMPLETED
- Blackpool - May 5-10 - COMPLETED
- Reading South - July 14-19
- Manchester BNR - September 15-20
- Coventry Grand Finale - November 10-15
How to Qualify for UKPL Reading South
Players can earn a free Main Event ticket through an online tournament challenge on 888poker.
The route is straightforward:
- Play 50 eligible tournaments on 888poker between 13 June and 4 July 2026.
- Each tournament must have a minimum buy-in of $5; qualifying BLAST games are included.
- Complete the challenge to receive entry to the UKPL Reading South Freeroll - 30 Seats GTD.
- Finish in the top 30 of the freeroll to win a £560 UKPL Reading South Main Event ticket.
The freeroll takes place on Sunday, 5 July 2026 at 19:00 GMT, with 30 Main Event seats guaranteed.
Important Eligibility Details
The promotion is intended for funded players who have received the relevant 888poker email invitation. Players must generally have made at least one deposit, although tournament tickets issued through the promotional email may still be usable in some circumstances. The offer is not available to players in Northern Ireland, and standard terms, withdrawal restrictions and participation limits apply.
UKPL Reading South Dates and Main Event
UKPL Reading South runs from 14-19 July 2026. The £560 Main Event is designed to offer a major live-poker experience at an accessible price point, attracting online qualifiers, local players and experienced live regulars.
Alongside the Main Event, the festival schedule includes satellites, side tournaments and live cash games, giving players options across a range of bankrolls and formats.
What Is the UK Poker League?
The UK Poker League, or UKPL, is a national live poker tour from 888poker in association with Grosvenor Casinos. It forms part of the National Poker League and visits several UK cities throughout the season, culminating in a Grand Finale in Coventry.
For players looking to turn regular online tournament volume into a live-event opportunity, the Reading South challenge provides a direct route to one of the summer's key UK poker festivals. Play the required $5+ events, secure your freeroll ticket and compete for a place in the £560 Main Event.
