Chess Events Across the UK
292 upcoming chess events in 24 towns and cities
As of August 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 292 upcoming chess events across the UK, spanning 24 towns and cities, including free options. Listings are updated three times daily from verified UK ticketing sources and each event includes the date, venue, price and a direct booking link.
Showing 24 of 292 events
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18th Leyland Chess Congress
📍 The CIVIC Conference & Business Centre @ South Ribble Borough Council, West Paddock, Leyland, Lancashire
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AlphaChess U2000 Royale – £1000+ Prize Fund!
📍 Wyllyotts Theatre
FREESocial Chess at Chapter Arts Centre
📍 Chapter Arts Centre
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18th Leyland Chess Congress
📍 The CIVIC Conference & Business Centre @ South Ribble Borough Council, West Paddock, Leyland, Lancashire
5th Brentwood Bank Holiday Rapid Play Tournament
📍 Wessex Auditorium Brentwood Senior School
Birmingham FIDE Rapid 15+5
📍 Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School
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AlphaChess U2000 Royale – £1000+ Prize Fund!
📍 Wyllyotts Theatre
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60th Berks & Bucks Chess Congress
📍 St Piran’s School
Birmingham FIDE Blitz 5+3
📍 Archbishop Ilsley Catholic School
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Sunday Chess
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7th 4NCL Online Autumn Congress Round 1
📍 Online
London Chess League Summer Congress
📍 London Mindsports Centre @ 21 Dalling Road, London
FREEPeckham Chess Club
📍 SET Social
First Wednesday Chess
📍 The Old Manor @ Wyllyotts Place
First Wednesday Chess
📍 The Old Manor @ Wyllyotts Place
Chessington Chess Club Blitz Tournament
📍 The North Star Pub
WHIST
📍 Greenmount Old School Community Centre
Shirley And Wythall Chess Club
📍 Wythall House
Shirley And Wythall Chess Club
📍 Wythall Community Club
Hendon FIDE Blitz
📍 Cumberland Lawn Tennis Club @ 25 Alvanley Gardens
AlphaChess: Fusion
📍 Wyllyotts Theatre
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The Army and Navy Club – Pall Mall FIDE Congress 2026
📍 Army & Navy Club
UK Open Blitz Sheffield Qualifier
📍 Sheffield Chess Centre @ 329A Coleford Road
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Fareham FIDE Congress
📍 The Lysses House Hotel @ The Lysses House Hotel, 51 High Street, Fareham, Hampshire
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many chess events are on in the UK?
There are currently 290+ upcoming chess events listed across 24 UK towns and cities on EventsList.co.uk. New events are added daily — browse by city or date to find what's near you.
Where are the most chess events happening?
The most active places for chess events right now are London, Birmingham, Windsor, Manchester, Nottingham. Pick your city below to see local listings.
Are there free chess events?
Yes — several of the current chess listings are free to attend. Open any city page and use the free events filter to see them.
How do I book tickets for chess events?
Every listing on EventsList.co.uk includes a direct booking link to the official ticket seller. Open any event for full details, pricing and the "Book Tickets" button.