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

Childrens Chess Grand-prix standings after the first 2 competitions.

After the Nov and Jan Childrens Chess tournaments what are the standings for the Grand-prix. With an explanation of the rules.

Childrens Chess Grand-prix standings after the first 2 competitions. - Read More…

Chess Activities in Ulster to watch out for.

There are lots of activities happening in Ulster Chess. With great Clubs like Bangor, Lisburn and Downpatrick running events. And of course the standard Ulster Chess Union annual tournaments.

Chess Activities in Ulster to watch out for. - Read More…

The new year kicked off with the Williamson 2025. 17th - 19th January 2025

The new year kicked off with the Williamson 2025. 17th - 19th January 2025

One of Ulster Chess Unions oldest tournaments. The Williamson Shield is always a brilliant tournament. Taking place at the excellent venue of the Civil Service Pavilion. Run by National Arbiter Chris Dorrian. With young promising players battling against top older players it was a battle of the generations. Fantastic to see so many young players.

The new year kicked off with the Williamson 2025. 17th - 19th January 2025 - Read More…

The Monthly Childrens Chess Tournaments continued on Sat 11th January at Methodist College

The Monthly Childrens Chess Tournaments continued on Sat 11th January at Methodist College

29 young players came together to play and enjoy an afternoon of chess with a 6 round tournament and challenging puzzle competition.

The Monthly Childrens Chess Tournaments continued on Sat 11th January at Methodist College - Read More…

January 2025 FIDE Rating Report

January 2025 FIDE Rating Report

January 2025 FIDE NI Rating Report By Brendan Jamison Congratulations to 14 more players making a FIDE rating debut

January 2025 FIDE Rating Report - Read More…

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