34th Doncaster Congress
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The 34th Doncaster Congress takes place at XP East School in Sheffield on 5 March 2027. This five-round chess event features four sections with a total prize fund of £3,200. The Open section is FIDE-rated under specific conditions. Entry fees rise to £32.50 with an early bird discount available online until the end of October.
5-round Congress in four sections: Open, U2000, U1750, U1500.
TOTAL PRIZE FUND: £3,200 [prizes guaranteed based on min. 160 entries – for reference, we’ve had 180+ in previous years]
The Open section only will be FIDE-rated (games where any player is rated over 2400 will not be FIDE-rated.
This year’s entry fee will increase from £30 to £32.50 in light of rising costs. However, an Early Bird discount applies to online entries until the end of October to allow players to lock in last year’s rates. Use discount code EARLYBIRD to claim.
Enter online: https://sheffieldchesscentre.co.uk/enter?event=33
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Frequently asked questions
34th Doncaster Congress takes place on Friday, 5 March 2027 at 19:00. The event runs until Sunday, 7 March 2027.
34th Doncaster Congress is held at XP East School in Sheffield (Middle Bank, Doncaster, DN4 5NG).
Yes — hotels within walking distance of XP East School can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for 34th Doncaster 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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The 34th Doncaster Congress takes place at XP East School in Sheffield on 5 March 2027. This five-round chess event features four sections with a total prize fund of £3,200. The Open section is FIDE-rated under specific conditions. Entry fees rise to £32.50 with an early bird discount available online until the end of October.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
5-round Congress in four sections: Open, U2000, U1750, U1500.
TOTAL PRIZE FUND: £3,200 [prizes guaranteed based on min. 160 entries – for reference, we’ve had 180+ in previous years]
The Open section only will be FIDE-rated (games where any player is rated over 2400 will not be FIDE-rated.
This year’s entry fee will increase from £30 to £32.50 in light of rising costs. However, an Early Bird discount applies to online entries until the end of October to allow players to lock in last year’s rates. Use discount code EARLYBIRD to claim.
Enter online: https://sheffieldchesscentre.co.uk/enter?event=33
Description supplied by the event organiser.
StayStaying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of XP East School. Searching near Middle Bank, Doncaster, DN4 5NG; check-in Friday, 5 March 2027.
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WhereXP East School
Middle Bank, Doncaster, DN4 5NG
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is 34th Doncaster Congress?
34th Doncaster Congress takes place on Friday, 5 March 2027 at 19:00. The event runs until Sunday, 7 March 2027.
Where is 34th Doncaster Congress taking place?
34th Doncaster Congress is held at XP East School in Sheffield (Middle Bank, Doncaster, DN4 5NG).
Is there anywhere to stay near 34th Doncaster Congress?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of XP East School can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for 34th Doncaster Congress?
Tickets for 34th Doncaster 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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Middle Bank, Doncaster, DN4 5NG
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