EJCOA Zonals

St Nicholas Close @ St Nicholas Close Elstree, Hertsmere, United Kingdom

EJCOA zonals. Age group competition - Under 8, 10, 12, 14 and above to Under 18

Coulsdon Chess Senior Chess Club Dicky White

84-90 Chipstead Valley Road Coulsdon Surrey CR5 3BA

The Coulsdon Chess Club Dicky White (Monday evenings) competition as part of our Senior Club. Time control is 90 + 30seconds per move and player must be at least a gold member of the ECF. New enquiries welcome from those aged 16+ Online entry: https://ccfworld.com/Chess/ChessClubHome/Sub_Index.htm

The Isle of Wight U2000 Six Round Tournament

Ryde School @ 7 Queen's Rd Ryde North West, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom

Six rounds FIDE & ECF rated. 2 half-point byes allowed (not in the final round). All entrants £65. Gain experience playing in a longer tournament format and test your skills over the four day event. A professional tournament structure for the amateur player with prizes available for all levels. Your games will coincide with the […]

The Isle of Wight International Chess Tournament 2025

Ryde School @ 7 Queen's Rd Ryde North West, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom

The Isle of Wight International Chess Tournament 2025 will be a nine round Swiss System tournament, open to all English and foreign players with rating 1600 FIDE Standard or above. The event will provide an opportunity for participants to achieve international title norms (GM/IM/WGM/WIM). The tournament also features an U2000 section, a weekend Congress and […]

Muswell Hill FIDE Chess – Half Term

The Clissold Arms @ The Clissold Arms, 105 Fortis Green, London, N2 9HR

We start at 10.30am, finish before 5.30pm and there is a lunch break. Rapid = Six rounds, 20 minutes per player per game PLUS 5 seconds a move throughout. Standard = 2 games, 60 minutes plus 30 seconds a move. Online entry: https://form.jotform.com/62384663046964

Trowbridge February Blitz

Wesley Road Social Club 19-20 Wesley Road, Trowbridge

February Blitz Tournament at Trowbridge Chess Club Free Entry! All welcome, one section, 7 rounds, 5 + 3s Unique prizes for the winners ;-) Contact organiser to enter ECF Blitz Rated Flyer: https://britchess.wufoo.com/cabinet/33488b46-d5f6-4a34-a07b-5233f74de5f0

4NCL Online Season 11

Online

Seven rounds. Semi-finals. Final. Entry fee £15.00 Entry form: https://form.jotform.com/243510797689371 Rules: https://4ncl.co.uk/data/onlines11/download/4NCL_online_rules_s11.pdf Dates: https://www.4ncl.co.uk/data/onlines11/dates_online.htm (second column)

IoW International Chess Tournament Blitz

Ryde School @ 7 Queen's Rd Ryde North West, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom

It is a Blitz tournament as a part of IOW International Chess Event in February. Web: https://www.iowchess.com/

Coulsdon Chess Daytime Chess Spring 2025

84-90 Chipstead Valley Road Coulsdon Surrey CR5 3BA

A daytime chess FIDE and ECF session aimed at the more senior players. All entries are welcome but must be GOLD members of the ECF. The time control is 90 + 30seconds per move. Online entry: https://ccfworld.com/Chess/ChessClubHome/ChessClubSeniorsIndex.htm

UK Chess Academy Wednesday Open

UK Chess Academy 380 Garratt Lane, London, SW18 4HP

Wednesdays - 5 round, Swiss , Default time 45 min Sections: Open, U2000 Time control: 90' 30", Start at 7:00pm Prize fund £720 Online entry: https://form.jotform.com/232632435787362 Leaflet: https://britchess.wufoo.com/cabinet/0a656652-15a6-44f4-a970-56513ef90625

Hendon FIDE Rapid

Cumberland Lawn Tennis Club @ 25 Alvanley Gardens West Hampstead, Camden, United Kingdom

Start time: 7:30pm Location: The Cumberland Club, 25 Alvanley Gardens, London NW6 1JD FIDE-rated (and ECF-rated) rapid tournament. Four rounds of rapid chess: 15 minutes per player per game. Entry costs £10 for members, £15 for non-members. ECF membership of Silver level or higher is required in order to enter. Online entry: https://eu.jotform.com/223182956138966

Wightlink Isle of Wight International Chess Tournament 2025 – DGT Blitz

Ryde School @ 7 Queen's Rd Ryde North West, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom

It is a FIDE & ECF rated Blitz tournament as a side event of the Isle of Wight International Tournament. Details and a list of participants can be seen at https://chess-results.com/tnr966166.aspx?lan=1&art=0&turdet=YES&flag=30

The Isle of Wight Chess Congress

Ryde School @ 7 Queen's Rd Ryde North West, Isle of Wight, United Kingdom

Five rounds - Open, Major, Minor. All sections rated. All entrants £45.00. 1 half-point bye allowed (not in the last round). Open 90+30 ECF/FIDE; U1850 75+30 ECF/FIDE; U1550 75+30 FIDE/ECF. Entry form: https://www.iowchess.com/tournament2025

Doncaster Chess Congress 2025

Hall Cross School @ Hall Cross School Thorne Road, Wheatley, England, United Kingdom

Sections: Open and three rating-limited sections. Fuller details of sections and prizes to be announced later. Web: http://mannchess.org.uk/doncong.htm

2025 Coventry Open

The Allan Higgs Centre @ Allard Way Coventry, United Kingdom

Four sections: Open, U2000, U1750, U1500 £1,500 prize money. Online entry: https://form.jotform.com/241774179615364

41st Crowborough Chess Congress

Crowborough Community Centre Pine Grove Crowborough East Sussex

6-Round Swiss tournament with 25 minutes per player plus 5 seconds per move from start Two sections - Championship Open, Challengers Under 1600 Entry form: https://britchess.wufoo.com/cabinet/a5db7c72-5e9d-4662-a394-810f224f5a4d Online entry: https://bookwhen.com/crowboroughchessclub

Stroud Open Rapid Play

St Matthew's Church Church Road, Cainscross, England, United Kingdom

Rapid open tournament. All details and registration on club website.

London Women Chess Club

Old Diorama Art Centre Regent's Place 201 Drummond Street, London

Join us for our weekly women-only social chess club, a vibrant community established in July 2023! Whether you’re looking to hone your chess skills, build confidence, or engage in friendly competition, our club offers a welcoming and supportive environment for all levels. We have created a safe and welcoming community to support beginners in gaining […]

Southall FIDE Congress

Parkside Yards 1 Seva Drive, Southall, United Kingdom

2 Day 5 Round Swiss 3 Sections: U1600, U1900, U2400 FIDE and ECF rated Time Control: 60'+30' Total Prize fund £720-£900 Online entry: https://form.jotform.com/232021024662340 Event map: https://tinyurl.com/yc883x8z

EJCOA Qualifier 1st Tournament & Training 2025 edition

Copthall School @ Pursley Road Mill Hill, Barnet, United Kingdom

U8, U10, U12, U14, U16, U18, U20. 15 minutes (no increment) each player. Junior Gold Membership with the ECF required. Online entry: https://london-chess-knights.pembee.app/activity/67854579886473c9ccadd2d5

Leyland FIDE Rapidplay 2025

The CIVIC Conference & Business Centre @ South Ribble Borough Council, West Paddock, Leyland, Lancashire, PR25 1DH

The annual Leyland Rapidplay, consisting of 3 sections, Major U2200, Intermediate U1750 & Minor U1400.

Thamesmead London Blitz OPEN 2024

The Nest Community Building and Library @ 3 Cygnet Square London, United Kingdom

Format: Blitz Chess (3+2) Time: 14:00-18:00 Maximum Participants: 100 Entry Fee: £25 (General), £20 (Seniors 60+, Juniors U18, Female players), Late entrees (week before tournament): +£5. Prizes: Total £660 Web: http://tmchess.co.uk/

Spring FIDE Blitz

Plaza Suite London Road, Sevenoaks, England, United Kingdom

Fifteen Rounds - 3+2. Entry Fee = £20 1st Prize = £150, 2nd Prize = £75 (All prizes monies depending on number of entries) Players without a FIDE ID will be registered as ENG. Please arrive by 1.45pm to start the first round promptly at 2pm. Online entry: https://www.congress.org.uk/congress/569/home

Coulsdon Chess Senior Chess Club Dicky White

84-90 Chipstead Valley Road Coulsdon Surrey CR5 3BA

The Coulsdon Chess Club Dicky White (Monday evenings) competition as part of our Senior Club. Time control is 90 + 30seconds per move and player must be at least a gold member of the ECF. New enquiries welcome from those aged 16+ Online entry: https://ccfworld.com/Chess/ChessClubHome/Sub_Index.htm

5th 4NCL Online Spring Congress Round 4

Online

Open, Under 1700, Under 1400. 7 rounds. All moves in 45 minutes plus 15 second increment per move from move 1. Entry fee £10.50 for all sections Entry form: https://form.jotform.com/243313333704346 Information: https://www.4ncl.co.uk/fide/online/arrangements_spring25.htm All dates can be found here: https://4ncl.co.uk/data/onlines10/dates_online.htm

Coulsdon Chess Daytime Chess Spring 2025

84-90 Chipstead Valley Road Coulsdon Surrey CR5 3BA

A daytime chess FIDE and ECF session aimed at the more senior players. All entries are welcome but must be GOLD members of the ECF. The time control is 90 + 30seconds per move. Online entry: https://ccfworld.com/Chess/ChessClubHome/ChessClubSeniorsIndex.htm

UK Chess Academy Wednesday Open

UK Chess Academy 380 Garratt Lane, London, SW18 4HP

Wednesdays - 5 round, Swiss , Default time 45 min Sections: Open, U2000 Time control: 90' 30", Start at 7:00pm Prize fund £720 Online entry: https://form.jotform.com/232632435787362 Leaflet: https://britchess.wufoo.com/cabinet/0a656652-15a6-44f4-a970-56513ef90625

London Finchley Road 3+2 FIDE Blitz

25 Alvanley Gardens @ 25 Alvanley Gardens West Hampstead, Camden, United Kingdom

11 rounds of 3+2 ECF and FIDE rated Blitz games Online entry: https://form.jotform.com/242911720519050