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Places to Eat and Drink at the Isle of Wight Chess Congress in Ryde
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...
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IOW Chess
Mar 182 min read
8 Titled Players Signed up for the Wightlink IOW Chess Congress
We are incredibly fortunate to have such a stellar lineup of chess players gracing the Wightlink Isle of Wight Chess Congress this April....
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IOW Chess
Mar 141 min read
The Isle of Wight Chess Shop is Live!
To celebrate the congress we have released a range of IOW Chess T shirts and hoodies, along with some novel chess T shirts. Pricing is...
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IOW Chess
Feb 251 min read
Isle of Wight College Increase the U16 Prize Pool
Isle of Wight College are supporting the Wightlink Isle of Wight Chess Congress by adding additional funds to the Under 16 prize pool...
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IOW Chess
Feb 171 min read
A New Chess Night Launches in Freshwater - Mondays from 6pm
We are thrilled to see yet another chess night start on the Isle of Wight. Freshwater Chess Club starts this Monday, 19th Feb, at the...
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IOW Chess
Jan 213 min read
Harry Vernon Wins the Ryde Rapid in 3 Way Tie Break
On Saturday 20th January, Ryde hosted the Isle of Wight's first Rapid Chess Tournament. The event was a great success attracting 24...
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IOW Chess
Jan 112 min read
22 Players signed up for the Ryde Rapid Chess Tournament on 20th Jan
Only 8 spots remain. Please get your ticket now if you plan to play. View the existing players here - If you are playing and have not yet...
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IOW Chess
Dec 26, 20232 min read
The Ryde Rapid Chess Tournament on 20th Jan: A great introduction for beginners
On Saturday 20th Jan, Isle of Wight Chess are hosting the first Rapid tournament in Ryde. While it might seem a little scary to new...
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David Lightfoot
Dec 17, 20231 min read
Result Table: Casual Ryde Rapid Chess - 15th December 2023
Great to welcome more new players to the casual Friday night Swiss Tournaments at the Yelf's hotel. No Chess on Friday 22nd Dec due to...
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David Lightfoot
Dec 11, 20231 min read
Result Table: Casual Ryde Rapid Chess - 8th December 2023
Fun night at the Yelf's Hotel in Ryde last Friday with 8 players playing 5 rounds of Rapid 10+5 with Swiss pairings. Reg Barnes took the...
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IOW Chess
Dec 4, 20231 min read
Free Chess Tournaments this Friday and next in Ryde. Starts 6pm
On Friday 8th December and also Friday 15th December we will be hosting casual mini swiss tournaments at our usual Yelf's Hotel Friday...
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IOW Chess
Dec 3, 20231 min read
Harry Vernon wins the Vectis Chess Winter Tournament
Congratulation to Harry Vernon who triumphs over 23 plays in the Vectis Chess Winter Tournament in Shanklin. (Picture of Terry 2nd,...
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IOW Chess
Nov 27, 20232 min read
How to get an Official ECF Online Rating
There are many benefits to having an English Chess Federation membership if you plan to play competitive chess. One of the lesser known...
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David Lightfoot
Nov 24, 20231 min read
New IOW Chess Forum: Have your say
As we start to plan the 2023 Chess Congress, we want all players on the island to be involved and have their say. We've added a forum to...
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David Lightfoot
Nov 20, 20232 min read
Ryde Rapid Chess Tournament: Sat 20th Jan
The first Ryde Rapid Tournament will take place on Saturday 20th Jan 2024. The goal is to get people familiar with competitive formats...
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David Lightfoot
Oct 29, 20232 min read
Newport: Chess sessions help stimulate conversations between generations at Independent Arts
Creative Health charity Independent Arts is hoping to bridge the generational divide and help more older people in the community to enjoy...
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David Lightfoot
Oct 26, 20236 min read
An Introduction to Playing in Chess Congresses: A Guide for Isle of Wight Chess Enthusiasts
If you're an avid chess player on the Isle of Wight, you've probably already honed your skills online and through friendly games at meet...
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David Lightfoot
Oct 24, 20233 min read
The Best Chess Films of All Time
Chess, the timeless game of strategy and intellect, has long been a source of inspiration for filmmakers. Over the years, we've witnessed...
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David Lightfoot
Oct 21, 20231 min read
The Vectis Chess Winter Fundraising Chess Competition: 2nd December
Article replicated from vectischess.com Saturday 2nd December 2023 Format: Classical Chess Shanklin - 50 Plus Centre 106 Regent Street -...
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David Lightfoot
Oct 20, 20233 min read
Mastering Chess Time Control: A Guide to Playing Chess with Timers
Chess is a game that challenges your strategic thinking, decision-making, and time management skills. Playing with chess timers adds an...
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David Lightfoot
Oct 20, 20231 min read
A New Chess Night starts in Ryde
A new meet up has started in Ryde, taking place on Fridays from 5pm at The Yelf's Hotel on Union Street. Parking is free on the street...
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David Lightfoot
Oct 20, 20233 min read
Checkmate! A Beginner's Guide to Getting Into Chess on the Isle of Wight
The Isle of Wight is a serene and picturesque destination, known for its natural beauty and rich history. While it may not be the first...
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David Lightfoot
May 29, 20231 min read
Chess Fest Returns 16th July in London
There is an incredible day of chess at Trafalgar Square on July 16th! ChessFest is back and it's going to be bigger and better than ever...
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