Planning your trip to the Isle of Wight Chess Tournament? This guide provides all the essential details for getting to Ryde, where the...

Participating in your first chess congress is an exciting milestone! It’s an opportunity to put your skills to the test, meet fellow...

Chess is a game of strategy, intellect, and endless possibilities. Whether you’ve watched a game unfold and been curious about the pieces...

The Isle of Wight International Chess Tournament is not just a showcase of incredible chess talent but also a testament to the...

If you are itching to get some over the board action ahead of the Isle of Wight Chess Congress 21-23 Feb , there's a host coming up...

Congratulations to GM Keith Arkell who impressed again with a dominant display and adds to his chess shirt collection.

The tournament, organised by Terry Dawson, raises funds for the Shanklin 50 Plus Centre and is a great introduction for new players

Playing in a UK chess congress can be an exciting experience, whether you’re an experienced player or a newcomer to competitive chess.

The unstoppable Harry Vernon is once again victorious at the August Ryde Rapid. An excellent level of play with very high accuracy.

The tournament is shaping up to be a perfect opportunity for title and norm seekers

Greek FM Haralambos Tsakiris claimed victory with an impressive 6.5 points out of 7.

We played ECF rated Blitz at the Yelf's Hotel in Ryde on Friday 9th August. Ten strong players took part and Harry Vernon emerged...

The Isle of Wight International will take place between 18th and 23rd Feb 2025. We are giving players a chance to win free entry into...

Hampshire have announced their 2024 congress dates. Full details and entry form can be found here. It's a fantastic congress in Fareham...

The Island will host elite chess players from across the globe in a 6 day, 9 round tournament next February. Taking place at Ryde School

Local player Harry Vernon, once again takes home the silverware, defeating some strong local and visiting opposition to win the Wightlink...

Congratulations to Erfaan Sharif who wins the Vectis Chess summer chess tournament.

Our friends in Hampshire are hosting a Rapid tournament soon and it's a great opportunity for island players to visit for the day without...

Another chance to play chess in June. Shanklin are holding their summer tournament which raises funds for the 50 plus centre. It's a great c

Join team IOW us every Tuesday at 8pm on Lichess for ECF rated 5+3 Blitz. It's just for fun but you do get an ECF online rating which is...

The next Ryde Rapid will take place on Sunday June 16th at the Ryde Rowing Club. Games will be ECF Rapid Rated. The event will end a few...

IOW ECF Rated 5+3 Blitz tonight and every Tuesday at 8pm here https://lichess.org/team/isle-of-wight on Lichess. OPEN TO NONE CLUB...

And that's a wrap. We still have a bunch of videos and pictures to share but it's time for the final results. Thank you all so much for...