Scarborough Congress & Club Championship 2026
Fri 23 Oct · 20:00
Spa Complex @ South Bay
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The 49th Scarborough Congress and Club Championship will take place at the Spa Complex in South Bay, Scarborough on 23 October 2026. This event is one of the biggest tournaments in the UK with an expected entry level approaching 500.
This will be Scarboroughs 49th Congress and is one of the biggest tournaments in the UK with an expected entry level approaching 500.
Hosted at the Spa Complex which overlooks the bay of Scarborough close to the town centre. Over £7000 is in the prize fund with £1000 top prize in the Open.
6 sections to choose from …
Open (FIDE rated)
Challengers (U2050) (FIDE rated)
Major (U1900)
Intermediate (U1750)
Minor (U1600)
Foundation (U1450)
But this is not just a congress for individuals – we now run a Club Championship using players performances during the congress and £500 will be awarded to the best performing Club. Ilkley’s ‘The Chess Centre’ are the current champions from 2025.
Online entry: https://www.scarboroughchess.uk/index.php/congress/entry-form
Leaflet: https://britchess.wufoo.com/cabinet/821ab1e8-55da-40bd-9576-ee583184736d
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Frequently asked questions
Scarborough Congress & Club Championship 2026 takes place on Friday, 23 October 2026 at 20:00. The event runs until Sunday, 25 October 2026.
Scarborough Congress & Club Championship 2026 is held at Spa Complex @ South Bay in Scarborough (Ramshill).
The forecast for Scarborough Congress & Club Championship 2026 is Overcast · 11°C.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Spa Complex @ South Bay can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Scarborough Congress & Club Championship 2026 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.
Scarborough Congress & Club Championship 2026
20:00until Sunday, 25 October 2026
Spa Complex @ South Bay · Scarborough
Editorial summaryAbout this event
The 49th Scarborough Congress and Club Championship will take place at the Spa Complex in South Bay, Scarborough on 23 October 2026. This event is one of the biggest tournaments in the UK with an expected entry level approaching 500.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
This will be Scarboroughs 49th Congress and is one of the biggest tournaments in the UK with an expected entry level approaching 500.
Hosted at the Spa Complex which overlooks the bay of Scarborough close to the town centre. Over £7000 is in the prize fund with £1000 top prize in the Open.
6 sections to choose from …
Open (FIDE rated)
Challengers (U2050) (FIDE rated)
Major (U1900)
Intermediate (U1750)
Minor (U1600)
Foundation (U1450)
But this is not just a congress for individuals – we now run a Club Championship using players performances during the congress and £500 will be awarded to the best performing Club. Ilkley’s ‘The Chess Centre’ are the current champions from 2025.
Online entry: https://www.scarboroughchess.uk/index.php/congress/entry-form
Leaflet: https://britchess.wufoo.com/cabinet/821ab1e8-55da-40bd-9576-ee583184736d
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of Spa Complex @ South Bay. Searching near Ramshill; check-in Friday, 23 October 2026.
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WhereSpa Complex @ South Bay
Ramshill
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Scarborough Congress & Club Championship 2026?
Scarborough Congress & Club Championship 2026 takes place on Friday, 23 October 2026 at 20:00. The event runs until Sunday, 25 October 2026.
Where is Scarborough Congress & Club Championship 2026 taking place?
Scarborough Congress & Club Championship 2026 is held at Spa Complex @ South Bay in Scarborough (Ramshill).
What will the weather be like at Scarborough Congress & Club Championship 2026?
The forecast for Scarborough Congress & Club Championship 2026 is Overcast · 11°C.
Is there anywhere to stay near Scarborough Congress & Club Championship 2026?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Spa Complex @ South Bay can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Scarborough Congress & Club Championship 2026?
Tickets for Scarborough Congress & Club Championship 2026 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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Until Sunday, 25 October 2026
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