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The Ulster Chess Union is responsible for organising, administering and developing chess in the Province of Northern Ireland.
Autumn Tournament Kicks Off

Autumn Tournament Kicks Off

The latest Autumn tournament hosted by Belfast South started last Monday. After the UCU Master event held over the weekend, the turnout was understandably "meagre". There were plenty of new faces at the Masters and adding their names to list of the nearby QUB League Team - this regular tournament gives ample opportunity for the new guys to sharpen their online-technique into successful over-the-board play. The old guard had better watch out.

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NICS vs Lindores 2

NICS vs Lindores 2

Lindores 1 are in self-destruct mode; are their juniors any better. Meanwhile, despite the addition of some Lagan ronin, NICS are managing their own demise pretty well too.

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Alan Burns (1935-2014) Chess Musketeer

Alan Burns (1935-2014) Chess Musketeer

It's so sad to see one of the original Three Musketeers leave us but he has left behind lots of fond memories and exciting games. Martin Kelly remembers...

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Two days of great chess at the Ulster Masters

Two days of great chess at the Ulster Masters

With almost 40 players at the Belfast Boat Club. The Ulster Masters had two sections filled with exciting chess in a lovely location.

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B&D Leagues 14/15 week 2 - Things go south for Lindores

B&D Leagues 14/15 week 2 - Things go south for Lindores

Lindores 1 may have been among the favourites to lift the Silver King this season, but their Week 2 opponents Belfast South 1 were in no mood to be intimidated and scored the result of the week with an upset win.

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Upcoming Events
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
FIDE RATED Washingbay Chess Club Summer Rapid 2025 Wednesday 4 June 2025 7:30pm to 10pm Venue: Washingbay Centre, 92 Ballybeg Road, Aughamullan, Coalisland, County Tyrone,... Jun 04, 2025 07:30 PM - 10:00 PM — Washingbay Centre, 92 Ballybeg Road, Aughamullan, Coalisland, County Tyrone, BT71 5DX
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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