FAQs

The following are the questions often asked of us, so here thery are with the answers!!

General

What is the BPCup all about? The BPCup is a friendly, learning proving ground for pilots that wish to try competition as well as for the more experienced pilot that likes a more 'relaxed' occasion. It is a competition w...
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Checklist

What do I need to sort out before I go to an Event / Round? There's two sets of things you have to do, the stuff before the season and then the things you need to prepare just before you set off to each round. Don't wor...
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Conditions of entry

By entering the BP Cup you are confirming that all the information you enter is correct and that you have read and are fully conversant with ALL the rules and regulations governing your entry into the BP Cup. You also c...
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Contact

The BP Cup team can be contacted by emailing admin@bpcup.co.uk

Privacy policy & conditions of use

While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this website is accurate, all matters that are covered in it are subject to change from time to time. The British Paragliding Cup (BPC) does n...

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Finance

Can I get a refund if I withdraw from an event? Entry fees will normally be refunded if you withdraw from an event 60 days or more before the event. If it's between 30 days and 60 you will get a 50% refund. If it is bet...
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GPSs

What GPSs are permissable? Telephone tracking apps for free flight such as Flyskyhy and XCTrack are the normal form of instrument used nowadays with a battery back up. However we support all widely-used 'free flight' GP...
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Prizes

The winning pilot of the 2026 BPCup, as well as receiving a trophy of eclectic style not to mention historic interest, will receive a subsidised priority entry to the 2027 British Sports Trophy along with free priority...
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Rules

The rules for the British Paragliding Cup are laid out below. It is the responsibility of every pilot to read and understand these rules.It is expected that all pilots fly in a manner that maintains their safety and tha...

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