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The Ulster Chess Union is responsible for organising, administering and developing chess in the Province of Northern Ireland.
The Belfast Megafinals took place at Methodist College on Sat May 10th 2025

The Belfast Megafinals took place at Methodist College on Sat May 10th 2025

The last of this years monthly tournaments at Methodist College. Ended with the Delancey Chess Challenge Belfast Megafinals. Part of one of the largest childrens tournaments. Qualifiers go on to play in the next phase the Terrafinals.

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GM Alex Baburin plays 24 games in Ulster Simultaneous 23rd May 2025

GM Alex Baburin plays 24 games in Ulster Simultaneous 23rd May 2025

An evening of fantastic chess was enjoyed when 24 Ulster Chess players played Irelands GM Alex Baburin. Organised by Karina Campbell, Damien Cunningham and Brendan Jamison.

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Join the FIDE Social Chess Storytelling Challenge 2025 – Every Move Counts!

Join the FIDE Social Chess Storytelling Challenge 2025 – Every Move Counts!

A message from The FIDE Social Commission Team:- FIDE has made 2025 the Year of Social Chess and invites you to participate in the FIDE Social Chess Storytelling Challenge 2025: Every Move Counts We are calling on filmmakers, federations, and changemakers like you to share short films showcasing the social impact of chess around the world. Whether it's about personal growth, community building, or creating new opportunities – your story matters.

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Final Standings for the 2025 Childrens Chess Grandprix

Final Standings for the 2025 Childrens Chess Grandprix

With the April Childrens Chess completed we have the final standings for the 2025 Grandprix. The top four of each section usually get invited to Stormont for an award ceremony and Elite Chess Tournament.

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Upcoming Events
FIDE RATED City of Belfast Classic Championship 2025 Sat 24th May, Sun 25th May, Mon 26th May Venue: Castleview Suite, Maynard Sinclair Sports Pavilion, Upper Newtownards R... May 24, 2025 - May 26, 2025 — NICS,Maynard Sinclair Pavilion, Stormont, Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast, BT4 3TA
The Summer Tournament Weds 28th May at Civil Service Pavilion Weds 28th May and the 4th Week. The aim is to start each round at 7.45 pm. Please arrive at least by 7:30pm and if arriv... May 28, 2025 07:30 PM - 10:30 PM — NICS,Maynard Sinclair Pavilion, Stormont, Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast, BT4 3TA
Ulster Fischer Random Rapidplay Championship 2025 7 rounds of Fischer Random Chess, Sunday 8th June at the Civil Service Pavilion. Jun 08, 2025 10:30 AM - 06:00 PM — NICS,Maynard Sinclair Pavilion, Stormont, Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast, BT4 3TA
Annual General Meeting 2024-2025 Agenda TBC when nominations and motions are received Please submit nominations/motions by 20th June Jun 30, 2025 08:00 PM - 10:00 PM — Falls Bowling Club, 63 Andersonstown Road
FIDE rated City of Lisburn Championship Jul 26, 2025 - Jul 27, 2025 — Lisburn Chess Club, 60-62 Longstone Street
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