The inaugural Wightlink Isle of Wight International Chess Tournament has come to a close! It was an incredible week, and we cannot thank...

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...

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.

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...

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...

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...

(header image, not the gallery, see below) Thank you all so much for coming to the Wightlink Isle of Wight Congress. Plenty of more pics...

We are very pleased to announced that GM Keith Arkell has agreed to play a simul at the Wightlink Isle of Wight Chess Congress. This will...

We have started a new Isle of Wight Club on Lichess. It allows far more control over tournament settings than chess . com. We can, for...

Isle of Wight player, Richard Edney put on a fantastic display at the recent Fareham tournament to clinch first place in the Major...

Thank you so much for coming to play chess on the Isle of Wight, we can’t wait to host you. Ryde is a beautiful seaside town with a long...