Welsh Fencing is the national governing body of fencing in Wales. In 2003 it had 34 affiliated clubs, with 260 adult and 559 junior members. Welsh Fencing organises competitions including the Welsh Open, and is responsible for the selection and management of the Wales representative squad, who compete in the Winton Cup and the Commonwealth Games. At the European and World Championships Welsh fencers represent Great Britain, if selected.[1][2][3][4][5]

Welsh Fencing is based in Canton, Cardiff.[2]

References

  1. ^ "NGB websites:About us:Sport Wales-Chwaraeon Cymru". Sport Wales-Chwaraeon Cymru website. Sport Wales. 2010. Archived from the original on 13 December 2010. Retrieved 1 February 2011.
  2. ^ a b "Search-Sports Council for Wales" (Word). Sport Wales Chwaraeon Cymru website. Sport Wales. 2007. Retrieved 24 July 2009.[dead link]
  3. ^ "Club List". Welsh Fencing website. Welsh Fencing. 2009. Retrieved 22 July 2009.
  4. ^ "European & World Championships". Welsh Fencing website. Welsh Fencing. 4 April 2009. Retrieved 22 July 2009.[permanent dead link]
  5. ^ "Senior Winton Cup 2009 Report". Welsh Fencing website. Welsh Fencing. 20 April 2009. Retrieved 22 July 2009.


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