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January starts with fun chess played at Methodist College.

January starts with fun chess played at Methodist College.

The second Childrens Chess tournament was held on Saturday 15th January at Methodist College.

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Ethan Cole 9 years old becomes Ulster Schools Champion 2021/22

Ethan Cole 9 years old becomes Ulster Schools Champion 2021/22

The Schools Ulster Individual Championships took place at Methodist College on Saturday 11th December. 24 players gathered to see who would battle to become an Ulster Champion for their age group and who would be win and become The Ulster Champion and the Girls Ulster Champion.

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Alan Burns series of tournaments started on Sunday 5th December 2021

Alan Burns series of tournaments started on Sunday 5th December 2021

Its so good to have chess face to face and to be able to continue with our regular tournaments. The Alan Burns is a fun set of 4 tournaments. Held on Sunday afternoons. This Sunday saw a very strong section with some of Ulsters Top Players and some of its youngest.

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Novembers Childrens Chess 2021 took place on Saturday 6th November

Novembers Childrens Chess 2021 took place on Saturday 6th November

Youngsters gathered at Methodist College from as far afield as Dublin. For a Chess filled afternoon. With a chess tournament and 22 puzzles to solve.

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Lisburn Goes From Strength to Strength

Lisburn Goes From Strength to Strength

Lisburn Chess Club leads the way in Ulster Chess with their exciting and innovative projects.

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Annual General Meeting 2026 Jun 15, 2026 07:00 PM - 09:00 PM — Fruithill Chess Club, Falls Bowling Club, 63 Andersonstown Rd, Belfast, BT11 9AH
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