Events

See https://hammerchess.co.uk/2025/12/20/the-perfect-christmas-gift/ for more details or to sign up.

An ECF-Rated Blitz tournament open to all (£10 to enter for non-members) in collaboration with chess.com, who are generously providing a substantial prize fund, including a board signed by Magnus Carlsen! Sign up soon to secure your spot: entry form For queries, please email Adam at: adam1234321@gmail.com

Come along and play some chess! On Thursdays, we will typically host league matches against other clubs. However, all members are invited to come along to play slow chess in a quiet setting. Whether you wish to play casual chess, or rated games in our internal tournaments, it is recommended to join our WhatsApp group … Continue reading "Thursday Club Night"

An hour dedicated to women and girls. See details and joining info below: http://hammerchess.co.uk/women-and-girls-hour/

An hour dedicated to the development of our junior section.

Come along and play some chess! Mondays typically feature collaborative, competitive or educational activities: lectures, simuls, handicap blitz, GM special events etc. These will be added to the calendar once they have been planned. Non-members of all levels and backgrounds are very welcome to come along on a Monday to try out the club before … Continue reading "Monday Club Night"

Gaston Franco shows one of his games as an example of how to find plans in equal positions, put your opponents under pressure and create winning chances