Dusk Till Dawn, the iconic Nottingham poker venue, has once again teamed up with GGPoker to host the UK Poker Championships (UKPC). Scheduled to run from January 18 to 27, 2025, this year’s festival promises thrilling poker action with guaranteed prize pools and a jam-packed tournament lineup.
A Grand Kick-Off with the UKPC Opener
The £230 No-Limit Hold’em UKPC Opener starts the series on January 18. Boasting a £100,000 guaranteed prize pool, it features five starting flights, including a turbo-structured Day 1E on January 22. The grand finale is set for January 23, when the Opener champion will hoist the coveted trophy.
Featured Events to Watch
Poker enthusiasts can look forward to several high-stakes tournaments:
- £1,100 7-Max High Roller with a £50,000 guarantee
- Another £1,100 High Roller offering £100,000 guaranteed
- The headlining £500,000 Guaranteed UKPC Main Event
The £500,000 UKPC Main Event
The festival’s crown jewel, the UKPC Main Event, kicks off with four live Day 1s (January 23–25) and an online Day 1 via GGPoker on January 21. Online survivors move directly to live Day 2 on January 26. With a history of smashing guarantees, this year’s Main Event is expected to draw even more players.
In 2024, the Main Event attracted 1,258 entrants, creating a £603,840 prize pool. Last year’s champion, Jack Solomon, claimed a career-high £96,130, navigating a star-studded final table that included Tom Middleton and Marc Foggin.
Past UKPC Highlights
The 2024 UKPC delivered unforgettable moments:
- Jack Solomon won the Main Event, pocketing £96,130.
- Keith Johnson claimed £40,000 in the £2,700 Super High Roller.
- Waheed “Wadey” Ashraf secured £34,280 in the £1,100 High Roller, adding to his impressive career total.
- An anonymous player turned a £230 buy-in into £16,225 by besting 526 opponents in the Opener event.
A Word from GGPoker
Angela Martin, UK & Ireland Head of Marketing at GGPoker, expressed her excitement about the partnership:
“Last year’s event was very well received by the poker community, and we’re confident that the 2025 festival will be even bigger and better – you won’t want to miss it!”
Why the UKPC 2025 Is Unmissable
The UKPC offers a poker experience like no other, combining massive prize pools, thrilling gameplay, and a chance to compete with top talents. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or an aspiring player, Dusk Till Dawn is the place to be this January.
Mark your calendars, and prepare for poker greatness at the UK Poker Championships 2025!
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