Portsmouth Roller Wenches to bring fantasy, roller derby and a little chaos to Pitt St. Skatepark

Portsmouth’s roller derby league, Portsmouth Roller Wenches (PRW), is inviting the public to step into a world of fantasy, fierce competition and high-speed sport at Lord of the BeaRings, taking place at Pitt St. Indoor Skatepark on Saturday 17 October.

Portsmouth Roller Wenches (PRW) is a volunteer-run, self-funded roller derby league with a 16-year history in Portsmouth, providing an inclusive and supportive community for participants. | @PiktorreKen

placeholder image — Portsmouth Roller Wenches (PRW) is a volunteer-run, self-funded roller derby league with a 16-year history in Portsmouth, providing an inclusive and supportive community for participants. | @PiktorreKen

The fantasy-themed roller derby event is family-friendly and will feature six teams of skaters from across the country competing across three games, with the coveted Golden Wheel up for grabs.

Spectators are encouraged to embrace the theme and come dressed in their best fantasy-inspired outfits, with a prize for the best dressed.

The Portsmouth Roller Wenches, a volunteer-run and self-funded roller derby league, at Flower Power, a previous event held at Pitt St. Indoor Skatepark. | @PiktorreKen

The event will run from 10am to 6pm, giving visitors the opportunity to watch one game or stay for the full day. Doors open at 10am, with the first whistle at 10:30am.

For those looking to get more involved, the third and final game will feature a "Pay to Roll" system, giving spectators the opportunity to add extra rules to the game and bring a little additional chaos to the track.

More than just a day of sport

Portsmouth Roller Wenches is a volunteer-run, self-funded roller derby league. Established 16 years ago, the league has represented Portsmouth across the UK and beyond.

Lord of the Bearings will feature a vibrant selection of market stalls! | @PiktorreKen

Money raised through Lord of the BeaRings will help support the league's ongoing work, including purchasing equipment for new skaters, paying for training venue hire and covering insurance costs.

Roller derby is a fast-paced, full-contact team sport played on quad roller skates around an oval track. Two teams of five compete in short rounds known as "jams". Each team has a jammer who scores points by skating past opposing players, while their teammates block and assist them around the track.

PRW is also proud of the inclusive community surrounding the sport. Roller derby welcomes people of all genders, body types and backgrounds, and provides a supportive and welcoming environment for LGBTQ+ participants.

The league has a wide age range too, with players aged from 18 to 50+, demonstrating that roller derby can be enjoyed by people at many different stages of life.

At Lord of the BeaRings, skaters and spectators will have the opportunity to purchase raffle tickets, event merchandise and programmes. Free colouring activities will also be available for children. | @PiktorreKen

Event Information

Lord of the BeaRings

Saturday 17 October 2026

10am to 6pm

Roller derby is a fast-paced, full-contact team sport played on quad roller skates around an oval track. | @PiktorreKen

First whistle: 10:30am

Pitt St. Indoor Skatepark

315 Commercial Rd

Portsmouth

PO1 4AY

Tickets:

Advance: £7

On the door: £10

Advance tickets link below: https://prwrd.fillout.com/lotbr2026spectator

Tickets can also be purchased via the QR code on promotional materials.

Pitt St. Indoor Skatepark has a bar and diner serving food and drinks throughout the event.

The venue is fully step-free and wheelchair accessible, including the entrance, stalls, café, and spectator area.

Important seating information

Pitt St has very limited seating. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chair to guarantee a seat. Anyone arriving without a chair may need to stand, as seating cannot be guaranteed.