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Aprils Childrens Chess. Saw some 27 young chess players enjoy an afternoon of chess.

Aprils Childrens Chess. Saw some 27 young chess players enjoy an afternoon of chess.

Methodist College held the monthly series of Childrens Chess. April 16th 2022 saw the last in the series that contributes to the Grandprix points over the year. An enjoyable afternoon of chess games and puzzles. May sees the Delancey Chess Challenge Belfast Megafinals.

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Board Prizes 2021/22 Season

Board Prizes 2021/22 Season

The following are the board prize winners for the 2021/22 season!

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Fruithill Simul Report

Fruithill Simul Report

Fruithill Chess Club held a simultaneous with club members and previous Ulster Champion, Michael Holmes on Monday 25th April

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Groomsport Classic - Tournament Report

Groomsport Classic - Tournament Report

The tournament was held across two days and was very competitive

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Ulster Rapidplay 2022 Championships/UCU Summer Tournament and City Of Belfast

The Ulster Rapidplay Championship 2022 will be held at Civil Service Pavilion on Sunday 22nd May. The UCU Summer Tournament starts on Weds 4th May at the Pavilion. The City Of Belfast. Also at the Pavilion on June 17th to 19th.

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The Summer Tournament (Now FIDE rated) Weds 16th July at Civil Service Pavilion Weds 16th July and the 11th Week. The aim is to start each round at 7.45 pm. Please arrive at least by 7:30pm and if arr... Jul 16, 2025 07:30 PM - 10:30 PM — NICS,Maynard Sinclair Pavilion, Stormont, Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast, BT4 3TA
The Citi Belfast Charity Rapidplay July 24th 2025. (TBC FIDE rated) Rapidplay tournament at Citi Offices on Thursday 24th July Round 1 starts at 7:30pm. All monies being d... Jul 24, 2025 07:15 PM - 10:30 PM — Citi, Gateway Offices, 60 Sydenham Rd, Belfast BT3 9DP.
City of Lisburn Championship Jul 26, 2025 10:30 AM - 03:00 PM — Lisburn Chess Club, 60-62 Longstone Street
Ulster Championships 2025 The top Ulster competition returns to open the 2025-2026 season! *FIDE registration of the event is pending.* Aug 23, 2025 - Aug 25, 2025 — Queens University, South Dinning Hall, Belfast
FIDE RATED County Tyrone Rapid Championship 2025 Wednesday 3 September 2025 Check-in at 7:45pm. The 5 rounds will be played back-to-back from 8pm to 10:30pm Washingbay... Sep 03, 2025 07:45 PM - 10:30 PM — Washingbay Centre, 92 Ballybeg Road, Aughamullan, Coalisland, County Tyrone, BT71 5DX
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