South Shields Chess Club

We have moved to The Customs House and no longer are playing at the New Ship.

We are putting our usual summer blitz on the Sunday 7th July at the Word.

9 rounds, 5 minutes + 2 second increment, FIDE rated, £10 entry fee, generous prizes (first 3, plus grading prizes plus best junior and best senior), 11 am start, should finish about 3pm, byes available for up to the first 4 rounds to accommodate players who cannot play until after lunch

Enter by emailing blitz@southshieldschessclub.co.uk. We’ll send you the clubs bank details so you can pay online. Or if you prefer you can pay on the day. If you are not already registered with FIDE then we will also need your date of birth for registration.

Keep an eye on entries here.

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Whether you're a total beginner or a seasoned player, there's a place for you at South Shields Chess Club. Come along for a few games, meet friendly faces, and discover a community that loves the game as much as you do.