18th Leyland Chess Congress
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The 18th Leyland Chess Congress takes place from 29 August 2026 at the CIVIC Conference & Business Centre in Preston. The event consists of a six-round Swiss congress held over three days. It is an ECF rated event, with the Open and Major sections being FIDE rated.
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Light drizzle · 17°C
Feels like 16°C · Chance of rain 84% · Wind 11 km/h
Rain very likely — waterproofs, not just a brolly.
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18th Leyland Chess Congress takes place on Saturday, 29 August 2026 at 10:25. The event runs until Monday, 31 August 2026.
18th Leyland Chess Congress is held at The CIVIC Conference & Business Centre @ South Ribble Borough Council, West Paddock, Leyland, Lancashire in Preston.
Tickets for 18th Leyland Chess Congress can be booked via englishchess.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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18th Leyland Chess Congress
Editorial Summary
The 18th Leyland Chess Congress takes place from 29 August 2026 at the CIVIC Conference & Business Centre in Preston. The event consists of a six-round Swiss congress held over three days. It is an ECF rated event, with the Open and Major sections being FIDE rated.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is 18th Leyland Chess Congress?
18th Leyland Chess Congress takes place on Saturday, 29 August 2026 at 10:25. The event runs until Monday, 31 August 2026.
Where is 18th Leyland Chess Congress taking place?
18th Leyland Chess Congress is held at The CIVIC Conference & Business Centre @ South Ribble Borough Council, West Paddock, Leyland, Lancashire in Preston.
How do I get tickets for 18th Leyland Chess Congress?
Tickets for 18th Leyland Chess Congress can be booked via englishchess.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of The CIVIC Conference & Business Centre @ South Ribble Borough Council, West Paddock, Leyland, Lancashire
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Until Monday, 31 August 2026
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feels like 16°C · chance of rain 84% · wind 11 km/h
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