Chess Events Across the UK
370 upcoming chess events in 24 towns and cities
As of September 2026, EventsList.co.uk lists 370 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 370 events
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2026 Braille Chess Association Autumn Tournament – Open Section
📍 Marsham Court Hotel
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2026 Rhyl Chess Congress
📍 Rhyl Town Hall
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62nd Northumberland Weekend Chess Congress
📍 The Parks Leisure Centre @ Howdon Road
UK Open Blitz London 3 Qualifier
📍 St Luke’s Church
UK Open Blitz Cardiff Qualifier
📍 Mercure Cardiff North Hotel @ Llanedeyrn
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From Klingen to Seneffe, 1612-1674
📍 The Escape
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York Congress 2026
📍 New Earswick Folk Hall
Chess on the Thames
📍 Fulham Pier
Chess On The Thames 2026
📍 Fulham Pier Fulham FC Football Ground
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East London FIDE Congress
📍 Collingswood Hall
Maidenhead Junior Tournament September 2026
📍 Claires Court Junior Boys School @ Cannon Lane, Maidenhead, Berkshire
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Sunday Chess
📍 2 Royal Avenue
LJCC Qualifier
📍 Hyde Heath Infant School @ Weedon Hill
Witney Rapidplay 2026
📍 Cokethorpe School @ Cokethorpe School
3rd Rapid Rumble by A3C
📍 Aylesbury Vale Academy
Children’s Chess Tournament
📍 The Eversfield Centre
West Jesmond Chess Club
📍 Main Room
Chess Knights Out
📍 McHugh's
€5.00
Coulsdon Chess Club Dicky White Tournament
📍 84-90 Chipstead Valley Road Coulsdon Surrey
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4NCL Online Season 14
📍 Online
Athenaeum Autumn Blitz Tournament
📍 Dudley Court Tenants’ Hall
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Chess Club Records
📍 The Social
Uxbridge Chess Club Chess and Biriyani Night
📍 Ivy Leaf Club
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Junior 4NCL Online Season 14
📍 Online
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many chess events are on in the UK?
There are currently 370+ 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, Sevenoaks, Newcastle upon Tyne. 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.