Current news in Ulster Chess

The Ulster Chess Union is responsible for organising, administering and developing chess in the Province of Northern Ireland.
Top youngsters play in Northern Ireland Mega-final

Top youngsters play in Northern Ireland Mega-final

Saturday 17th May saw some 29 children play excellent chess at the UK Chess Challenge Northern Ireland Mega finals and enjoy some coaching from top Ulster Chess player Gareth Annesley.

Top youngsters play in Northern Ireland Mega-final - Read More…

Eglantine Summer tournament begins

Eglantine Summer tournament begins

With the end of the league the opportunity to play rated slow games continues over the summer with this excellent tournament. Some 20 players took the opportunity.

Eglantine Summer tournament begins - Read More…

The Belfast City has been moved from 24/25 May to June 7/8

Unfortunately unexpected issues with our venue has meant we have had to move the dates of the Belfast City tournament. It will now take place on 7/8th June.

The Belfast City has been moved from 24/25 May to June 7/8 - Read More…

Gawain Jones plays 28 Club players at RBAI wed 14th May.

Gawain Jones plays 28 Club players at RBAI wed 14th May.

Ulster Chess players had the excellent opportunity of going head to head with the top Grand Master Gawain Jones. Would any one beat him!

Gawain Jones plays 28 Club players at RBAI wed 14th May. - Read More…

B&D League - Part 2, Week 14 round-up

B&D League - Part 2, Week 14 round-up

Although both titles were already sewn up, there were still other matters at stake in the final round of the 2013-14 season.

B&D League - Part 2, Week 14 round-up - Read More…

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Upcoming Events
Fourth Executive Board Meeting May 12, 2026 08:00 PM - 09:30 PM — Lisburn Chess Club
The Summer Tournament Weds 13th May at Civil Service The Summer Tournament is at Civil Service Social Club starting Wednesday 6th May 2026 at the Maynard Sinclair Pavilion a... May 13, 2026 07:15 PM - 10:30 PM — NICS,Maynard Sinclair Pavilion, Stormont, Upper Newtownards Road, Belfast, BT4 3TA
UCU Annual GM Simul with GM Keith Arkell Full details will be updated once ticket holders have confirmed their availability. May 23, 2026 06:00 PM - 11:00 PM — Carrickfergus Community Chess Club, Open Door Centre, Bridewell Drive
Mick Germaine Cup 2026 – Junior teams competition A team event for 4 under 16 players. 6 rounds 15mins time control. May 24, 2026 10:30 AM - 04:30 PM — Artane Beaumont Family Recreation Centre, Kilmore Road, Artane, Dublin 5
Lisburn Bullet Championships Jul 05, 2026 10:30 AM - 04:30 PM — Lisburn Chess Club
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