South Shields Chess Club

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

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As part of our Celebration Events to commemorate our 150th Anniversary , we have decided to hold a One Day Rapid Play Congress on the 3rd of July 2016 , at one of the most Iconic Venues in South Tyneside, THE CUSTOMS HOUSE . Mill Dam.  For more information and the entry form for this event download the South Shields Rapid play Congress PDF. You can now also enter online .

The make the event even more memorable this year the event will also incorporate the Northumberland Association Rapid Play Championship .

OPEN Champion  —    Overall  Competition Winner

Major Champion   —   Highest player Graded between 130 and 160

Minor Champion  —   Highest player  Graded under 130

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