34th Doncaster Congress
Ask AI: is it for me?
Similar events
View all →About This Event
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
Description supplied by the event organiser.
Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of XP East School.
Ad · Stay22 affiliate link
Similar Events in Sheffield
View all →
Sheffield FIDE Christmas Congress @ Hampton by Hilton
Mon, 28 Dec 2026
Hampton by Hilton
£53Outdoor Escape Game in Sheffield for Two – Murder On The Don
Fri, 9 Oct 2026
158 Devonshire St
£99Aladdin and the Magic Vault Escape Game for Four with Escape Hunt — Sheffield
Fri, 9 Oct 2026
Sheffield
£66Jewel of India Escape Room Game for Two with Escape Hunt — Sheffield
Fri, 9 Oct 2026
Sheffield
£99Eye of the Sun God Escape Room Game for Four with Escape Hunt — Sheffield
Fri, 9 Oct 2026
Sheffield
£99Curse of the Pharaoh Escape Room Game for Four with Escape Hunt — Sheffield
Fri, 9 Oct 2026
Sheffield
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.
Editorial Summary
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.
Organiser’s full description
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.
❓ Frequently 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.
🏨 Staying overnight?
Hotels within walking distance of XP East School
Ad · Stay22 affiliate link
Price
Check website
Date
Until Sunday, 7 March 2027
Time
Secure checkout on englishchess.org.uk — opens in a new tab
Ask AI: is it for me?
More in Sheffield
EventsList curates 202,000+ events across the UK. Tickets purchased via the venue or authorised sellers only.
Similar Events in Sheffield
View all →
More things to do in Sheffield
- Doncaster Gaming Market - Sunday 22 November 2026· Sunday, 22 November 2026
- THE FATE OF OPHELIA V: A Warhammer 40,000 Narrative Event· Sunday, 18 October 2026
- Replay Events' Video Game Market - Doncaster· Sunday, 22 November 2026
- The Deceivers – A Live Traitors-Style Immersive Game Night· Friday, 30 October 2026
- Bed, Breakfast, Boots and Board Games in the Peak District· Friday, 23 October 2026
- Game Night in the Library· Wednesday, 21 October 2026
- Sheffield (Go Tournament)· Sunday, 18 October 2026
- Board games! - At the Pub· Sunday, 11 October 2026
- Games night· Friday, 9 October 2026
- Silent film themed board game extravaganza @ The Gamers Guide· Friday, 9 October 2026
- Blood on the Clocktower: Rutland Arms, Sheffield - Open ST Day· Friday, 9 October 2026
- Jewel of India Escape Room Game for Four with Escape Hunt — Sheffield· Friday, 9 October 2026
- Gameshow All Stars Game Ticket for Two — Sheffield· Friday, 9 October 2026
- Dracula Escape Room Game for Four with Escape Hunt — Sheffield· Friday, 9 October 2026