42nd Birmingham Rapidplay

Quinborne Community Centre Ridgacre Rd @ Quinborne Community Centre Ridgacre Rd Quinton, Birmingham, United Kingdom

Four rated sections: Open, Under 2000, Under 1750, Under 1500. £1,000 prize fund. Enter online: https://form.jotform.com/250885465115360

UKCC 3rd North London Megafinal 2025

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

The UK Chess Challenge, proudly sponsored by Delancey, first took place in 1996 and has since grown into one of the largest junior chess tournaments in the world. Over 1 million children have taken part since 1996! The list of previous winners includes several grandmasters and international players. This Megafinal tournament is a qualifying event for […]

Chess Training Camp by GM Enamul Hossain Razib

Tower Hamlets Parents Centre 1 Links Yard, London

British Bangla Chess Association (BBCA) is delighted to introduce a monthly chess training camp for beginners, intermediate and advanced level chess players. Grandmaster Enamul Hussain Razib is not only a good chess player, he is also an excellent chess coach. He has been training several talented chess players online in the UK, USA and in India. […]

Muswell Hill FIDE Chess

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

Coulsdon Chess Daytime Chess Club Summer 2025

84-90 Chipstead Valley Road Coulsdon Surrey CR5 3BA

A club aimed at the older generation on a Wednesday afternoon. Play starts at 2pm and players must be ECF Gold members or higher and registered with FIDE. More than happy to talk you through the process if need be. The time control is 90 + 30 seconds per move. Further enquiries to [email protected]

Earlsfield FIDE Congress

380 Garrett Lane Garratt Lane 380, London, England, United Kingdom

2 day: Friday - Saturday, 5 round Swiss Sections: U2400, U1800 , FIDE & ECF rated Time control: 60' + 30", Prize 1st £150 2nd £90 Online entry: https://form.jotform.com/231302020380334

4th Ilkley Chess Festival

Ilkley Grammar School Ilkley, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Timing: 80 Mins + 10Sec Increment. Sections: Open, Major (u1900), Minor (u1600) Round 1 - Saturday 9:30am; Round 2 - Saturday - 13:00pm; Round 3 - Saturday - 16:30pm; Round 4 - Sunday - 10:00am; Round 5 - Sunday - 1:30pm Rating: ECF Standard rated event. All entrants must have ECF Gold Membership in place […]

UKCC Shropshire Megafinal

Charlton School Apley Avenue, Telford, Shropshire, United Kingdom

The UK Chess Challenge, proudly sponsored by Delancey, first took place in 1996 and has since grown into one of the largest junior chess tournaments in the world. Over 1 million children have taken part since 1996! The list of previous winners includes several grandmasters and international players. This Megafinal tournament is a qualifying event […]

2025 UKCC Scottish Gigafinal (U8, U10)

Stirling University Stirling University, Stirling

The UK Chess Challenge, proudly sponsored by Delancey, first took place in 1996 and has since grown into one of the largest junior chess tournaments in the world. Over 1 million children have taken part since 1996! The list of previous winners includes several grandmasters and international players. This Gigafinal tournament is a qualifying event […]

Ringwood Rapidplay 2025

Greyfriars 44 Christchurch Road, Ringwood

Third Ringwood Rapidplay congress with open and intermediate sections and a total guaranteed prize fund increased to £600 with no increase in entry cost. Entrants will also get a free ticket in a raffle of a Regency chess set. Snacks and hot food will be available to purchase, and tea, coffee and squash will be […]

Frodsham Rapidplay 2025

Frodsham Community Centre Fluin Lane, Frodsham

3 sections - Open, U1800, U1400. 100 players maximum. £25 for Open section; £20 for U1800 and U1400 sections. Time control: 20 minutes plus 5 seconds increment. Please see website for further details. Online entry: https://congress.org.uk/congress/581/enter Flyer: Frodsham Rapidplay 2025

UKCC Hampshire Megafinal 2025

Winchester College (New Hall) College Street, Winchester

The UK Chess Challenge, proudly sponsored by Delancey, first took place in 1996 and has since grown into one of the largest junior chess tournaments in the world. Over 1 million children have taken part since 1996! The list of previous winners includes several grandmasters and international players. This Megafinal tournament is a qualifying event […]

2025 UKCC Scottish Gigafinal (U12, U14, U18)

Stirling University Stirling University, Stirling

The UK Chess Challenge, proudly sponsored by Delancey, first took place in 1996 and has since grown into one of the largest junior chess tournaments in the world. Over 1 million children have taken part since 1996! The list of previous winners includes several grandmasters and international players. This Gigafinal tournament is a qualifying event […]

Uxbridge FIDE Rapid Tournament

Our Lady of Lourdes Church Hall @ Osborn Road Uxbridge South, Hillingdon, United Kingdom

A six-round FIDE rated Rapid Tournament will be held on Sunday 22nd June, 2025.  Uxbridge Chess Club will host this tournament in two sections -   the Open and the Major (U1600) sections.  Rate of play: 10 minutes plus 5 seconds increment per move from move one. Entry fee: £25 for both sections. Discounted entry […]

Berkshire Open Event – Chess Tournament

Nine Mile Ride Primary School Finchampstead Road, Finchampstead, England, United Kingdom

Chess tournament for all junior chess player. Online entry: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/berkshire-open-event-chess-tournament-tickets-1334963424539

Coulsdon Chess Daytime Chess Club Summer 2025

84-90 Chipstead Valley Road Coulsdon Surrey CR5 3BA

A club aimed at the older generation on a Wednesday afternoon. Play starts at 2pm and players must be ECF Gold members or higher and registered with FIDE. More than happy to talk you through the process if need be. The time control is 90 + 30 seconds per move. Further enquiries to [email protected]

8th Crewe Chess Congress

Crewe Alexandra FC @ Mornflake Stadium Gresty Road, Crewe, England, United Kingdom

Increased Prize Money 5 Round Swiss Tournament 4 Sections Open Section FIDE and ECF Rated Major U1950, Inter U1700, Minor U1450 ECF Rated Fischer timing 110 mins + 10 secs per move Online entry: https://crewechessclub.co.uk/congress-entry-2/

The Mad Hatter’s Chess Party!

Main Hall Chiswick Town Hall Chiswick High Road, Turnham Green, England, United Kingdom

Welcome to our annual Mad Hatter's Rapid Tournament. 6 rounds, all games played, no knock-out. £380 cash prizes for the 1-3 places in 4 age categories. Prizes to be won include 9 trophies, 12 medals, souvenir medals and 50 spot prizes. Everyone plays in one open section but wins prizes in their age group. Online […]

UKCC Worcester Megafinal 2025

University of Worcester Henwick Grove, Worcester

The UK Chess Challenge, proudly sponsored by Delancey, first took place in 1996 and has since grown into one of the largest junior chess tournaments in the world. Over 1 million children have taken part since 1996! The list of previous winners includes several grandmasters and international players. This Megafinal tournament is a qualifying event for […]

1st Eastleigh FIDE Congress

Barton Peveril College @ Chestnut Avenue Eastleigh South, Eastleigh, United Kingdom

5-round Swiss StandardPlay Tournament Minimum ECF Gold Membership required to avoid paying Pay-to-Play fee FIDE & ECF rated across 3 sections: Open, U1850 & U1550 Time control: 60 minutes + 30 seconds increment from Start Venue is 2o minutes away by walk from Southampton Airport Parkway and Eastleigh Train Station & Direct Buses operate from […]

AlphaChess FIDE Weekender – North London Gateway

Downstairs Wyllyotts Theatre Darkes Lane, Potters Bar

The AlphaChess FIDE Weekender is a 5-round Swiss of 80+10 with 3 sections, Intermediate (0-1550), Challengers (1500-1950), Expert (1900-2300). Entry fee is £55 and we boast a £750+ prize fund if there are 30 entrants across all three sections. We are very keen to encourage female players and will give them £10 cash back at […]

Stroud Open Rapidplay

St Matthew's Church Hall St Matthews Church, Stroud

Fun Rapidplay with lots of rating prizes depending on numbers. 60 players maximum. Please see Stroud Chess Club website for entry form and registered players. Online entry: https://www.stroudchess.club/

Poplar Rapid Tournaments – 15th Series

Langley Hall @ St. Nicholas Church Centre Ettrick Street, East India and Lansbury, Tower Hamlets, United Kingdom

6 round Swiss pairing tournament with U1650 (Minor-ECF rated only) and U2000 (Major-ECF & FIDE rated) 25 minutes + 5 second increments from first move. Free lunch provided. Entry form: https://britchess.wufoo.com/cabinet/055cfa0a-d78c-472a-be3c-79e39213f99e

2025 Solihull Junior Open

Light Hall School @ Hathaway Road Shirley South, Solihull, United Kingdom

Four primary school rating-limited sections Three secondary school rating-limited sections Web: https://warwickshirechess.org/2025-solihull-junior-open/ Online entry: https://form.jotform.com/241955538398372

UKCC 4th North London Megafinal 2025

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

The UK Chess Challenge, proudly sponsored by Delancey, first took place in 1996 and has since grown into one of the largest junior chess tournaments in the world. Over 1 million children have taken part since 1996! The list of previous winners includes several grandmasters and international players. This Megafinal tournament is a qualifying event for […]

13th Martlesham Heath Chess Tournament

St Michael & All Angels Church The Drift, Martlesham Heath

2nd Fundraiser for Debenham High School's courtyard garden. 8 round Swiss Blitz; 2 sections, Open and Minor (U18) Entry form: https://britchess.wufoo.com/cabinet/986eae93-af78-4545-9f8b-44dc872b5e0f

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/

Coulsdon Chess Daytime Chess Club Summer 2025

84-90 Chipstead Valley Road Coulsdon Surrey CR5 3BA

A club aimed at the older generation on a Wednesday afternoon. Play starts at 2pm and players must be ECF Gold members or higher and registered with FIDE. More than happy to talk you through the process if need be. The time control is 90 + 30 seconds per move. Further enquiries to [email protected]

First Wednesday Chess

The Old Manor @ Wyllyotts Place Darkes Lane, Potters Bar Parkfield, Hertsmere, United Kingdom

Fun, friendly casual chess in the pub. Accompanied children welcome. Email: [email protected]

Newcastle Summer Blitz Round 4/5

Newcastle Labour Club 11 Leazes Park Road, Newcastle upon Tyne

A Grand Prix series of 5 FIDE-rated Blitz tournaments: April 10, May 8, June 5, July 3, August 14. Scores over best 3 tournaments will count towards Grand Prix.