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Ongoing and upcoming events

Uxbridge FIDE Rapid Tournament: Checkmate Cancer
Sunday 15 March 2026

A six-round FIDE-rated Rapid Tournament will be held on Sunday, 15 March 2026 under the above title. Uxbridge Chess Club will host this tournament with the support of the NHS.

 

The aim of the tournament is to raise awareness among chess players about the causes and risks of cancer, and how to address this disease at an early stage. Consultant Clinical Oncologist Dr Imtiaz Ahmed will join as a special guest and deliver a brief speech at the start of the tournament.

 

Venue:
Our Lady of Lourdes and Saint Michael Hall
1 Osborn Road, Uxbridge, UB8 1U


Format: Six-round FIDE rated rapidplay
 

Two sections:

  • Open

  • Major (U1600)

Entry Fees:

  • £25 per player

  • £20 for paid Uxbridge Chess Club members

  • £15 for juniors born on or after 2012

  • Free entry for GMs, IMs, and NHS doctors

Prizes (per section)

  • 1st prize: £150

  • 2nd prize: £100

  • 3rd prize: £60

Rating Prizes

  • Open: £50 (U1850)

  • Major: £50 each for U1400, U1200, U1000, and U800

  • Special prize: £50 for the top female player in the Major section

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Organiser

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The Mayor of Hillingdon Fundraising Chess Tournament

Date: Tuesday 31st March from 6PM till 10:30PM
Venue: The Winston Churchill Theatre, Ruislip, HA4 7QL

Event open to chess players of all abilities.

Registration: Scan the QR code below.

Fee: £19.50 with all proceeds going to The Mayor's Charitable Trust.

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John Woolley Memorial Internal Club Chess Tournament

In Commemoration of the Late John Woolley

📍 Venue:
Uxbridge Chess Club
The Ivy Leaf (upstairs), 8 Wellington Rd, Uxbridge UB8 2AP

📅 Schedule:
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays

🕒 Time Control:
75 minutes + 10 seconds increment per move

🔁 Pairings:
Players will need to arrange a match with a player (member of the club). The player with most points wins.
Results will be available on LMS (ECF League Management System | ECF League Management System)

Tournament runs till 31st May 2025.

🕯️ In Memory of John Woolley (1945–2020)

 

John Harold Woolley was a widely respected and much-loved figure in the West London chess scene, known for his eccentric charm, deep artistic sense, and passion for chess. He played for many clubs including Hammersmith, Greenford, and Uxbridge.

More than just a strong and creative player, John saw chess as an artistic expression. He valued drawn games as much as wins—a rarity in the competitive world of chess. Friends remember him for his love of film, art, chess history, and his deep knowledge of the game.

“He epitomised the soul of chess… we are all the poorer for his passing.” – Peter Lord

“He was the only player I’ve known who valued draws over wins!” – Michael Price

🎓 Open to all levels ECF Graded games🤝 Friendly, respectful, competitive
📧 Register / Contact: Gabriele Martellotta: gab3mar@yahoo.co.uk Mob: 07736 890 927

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​Learning Chess ​for Adults / Parents classes:

Beginner to Intermediate 32 week course.  

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We are very lucky to have two of North London top coaches CM David Okike, Chess expert Mark Batchelor

who will help you go from complete newbie to competitive chess player within 32 weeks course: group sessions/lessons every week on a Monday 6.30pm at the Ivy Leaf Club, Uxbridge 

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Brief history of chess world champions, Endgames, Mating, Rule of square, Opposition.

Middle game, Tactics Pin, Fork, Back Rank, Double Checks/Attacks/Threats, Discovered Checks/Attacks

Skewers, Pawn promotion, Removing the defender/guard, Discovered attack, Perpetual Check, Zugzwang, Stalemate.

Complete Games, Openings & development of pieces and much much more.

Christmas Lightning​

​These fun Lightning event are highlights of the year. A buzzer sounds every 10 seconds, and you have to move on the buzzer. Insanely quick chess, a great leveller and a lots of puzzled players.

Pieces are lost and won, mistakes abound, and usually a dollop of luck is involved. A chance to beat a serious chess player, and maybe win a cash prize! A large variety of hot and cold snacks is served halfway through, and of course the bar is open throughout.

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​Annual Lecture

​The annual lecture is usually in August.

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Christmas Lightning​

​These fun Lightning event are highlights of the year. A buzzer sounds every 10 seconds, and you have to move on the buzzer. Insanely quick chess, a great leveller and a lots of puzzled players.

Pieces are lost and won, mistakes abound, and usually a dollop of luck is involved. A chance to beat a serious chess player, and maybe win a cash prize! A large variety of hot and cold snacks is served halfway through, and of course the bar is open throughout.​​​​

Previous Events

Uxbridge FIDE Rapid TournamentSunday, November 16th @ 1:00 pm - 6:30 pm​​A six-round FIDE Rated Rapid Tournament will be held on Sunday 16 November 2025. Uxbridge Chess Club will host this tournament in two sections – the Open and the Major (U1600) sections. Rate of play: 10 minutes plus 5 seconds increment per move from move one.Venue: Our Lady of Lourdes and Saint Michael Hall, 1 Osborn Rd, Uxbridge UB8 1URegistration opens at 1:00 pm and the clock starts at 1:30 pm sharp.Entry fee:£25 for both sections. Discounted entry fee of £20 for the paid members of Uxbridge Chess Club.Discount for Juniors: All juniors born on or after 2012 will pay £15 PP. Free Entry for GMs & IMs Prize Money in both open & Major section1st prize- £1002nd prize  £60Rating Prizes: Open Section: One rating prize of £40 for U1750Major Section :Four rating prizes of £40 each for U1400, U1200, U1000, U800A special prize of £25 for the top female player in the Major SectionIn case of a tie, prize money will be shared equally and none will be entitled for more than one prize.Condition of Entry:All participants must be Minimum GOLD level of ECF members and must have FIDE ID.Bank Details:  Uxbridge Junior Chess Club, Sort code: 309950 Account No: 42841360. Please pay the entry fee using the name of the participants as payment references .After the payment of the entry fee, please email either to Abu Hasan at abuhasan.chess@gmail.com or to Daniel Knight at UxbridgeJuniorChessClub@hotmail.com to confirm your place.along with following details of the player:1. First and Last names 2. ECF Rating Code 3. FIDE ID 4. Name of Club if any 5. Mobile Number and 6, Chosen Section.Last date of entry: Friday 14th November and we have only 70 places to offer.Please do not pay an entry fee after the last date without prior approval. Just email your details including ECF Code & Fide ID and wait for our approval.The higher of November ECF and Fide rapid rating will be taken.Standard and Blitz ratings will be considered in absence of rapid ratings.Chief Arbiter: Mr Michael Flatt. FIDE Rapid rules will be followed.  Arbiter’s decision will be final in all disputes.Uxbridge Chess Club has the right to amend the structure and prize money of the tournament if required.Complimentary tea/coffee and snacks will be available for the players & parents 

Blitz and pizza night

Join us for an exciting night of blitz chess and delicious Pizza. 

📍 Location: Ivy Leaf Club (upstairs)
8 Wellington Road, Uxbridge UB8 2AP

📅 Date: Wednesday 3rd September

🕢 Start time: 19:30

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Uxbridge Blitz Comp & Biryani

Everyone is welcome to join in our friendly ungraded Blitz Chess Competition

25th April 2024 

7pm to 10pm 

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Time control: 5 mins Plus 3 secs

Swiss System

With a meal for only £5

 

Everyone - seniors, juniors welcome to take part in competition.

No matter where you live, strength

Parking near the venue, 800 metres walk from Uxbridge station.

Access to bar for drinks.

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