Swindon Chess Events is committed to Promoting, Supporting and Inspiring the growth of Chess. While our focus is within the Swindon community, we do work collaboratively with other organisations especially within the Wiltshire County.
Chess brings people together, young and old, to learn, think, and connect through a shared passion for the game. So, whether you’re just starting out or an experienced player, there’s a place for you to play and enjoy chess in our community. To help everyone get involved, we’ve included links below to some of the chess organisations in and around Swindon, Wiltshire and Beyond.
Swindon Chess Club
One of the largest and longest-standing chess clubs in Wiltshire, established around 1900 by Canon A.G.G. Ross, former President of the British Chess Federation. The club offers both friendly and rated games throughout the year. It caters to Adult players of all abilities and is affiliated with the Wiltshire County Chess Association (WCCA) and the English Chess Federation (ECF).
Contact Information:
Email: info@swindonchessclub.org.uk
Website: www.swindonchessclub.org.uk
Brown Jack Chess Club
Meets every Wednesday evening at The Brown Jack, offering a welcoming environment for both adults and children of all abilities to enjoy and learn chess. The club provides a supportive space for players to engage in friendly matches and improve their skills. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, all are encouraged to join and participate.
Contact Information:
Mr. Nilesh Gohil
Email: chessmax.wyvern.club@gmail.com
ChessMAX junior chess club
A fun, volunteer-led community initiative where kids can explore the exciting world of chess. They encourage the social side of the game, giving children a break from screen time to come together, play, make friends, and have fun. Whether you’re just learning the moves or ready for bigger challenges, our club is here to support you every step of the way.
Contact Information:
Email: chessmax.wyvern.club@gmail.com
Website: https://sites.google.com/view/chessmax/home
Moonrakers junior chess club
A junior chess club in Swindon, offering young players the opportunity to learn, play, and enjoy chess in a friendly and supportive environment.
Contact Information:
Email: moonchess@hotmail.co.uk
Website: www.wiltshirechess.org.uk/moon.html
Tamil Chess Club
The Tamil Community runs a Chess Club in Swindon. Open to players of all ages, the club places a special emphasis on junior development. Meetings take place on Sunday afternoons at Park South Community Centre, featuring coaching sessions and opportunities for general play. Members can improve their skills, enjoy friendly games, and be part of a welcoming chess community.
Contact Information:
Mr. Srinivasan Chidambaram (Srini)-
Email: Popupsrini@yahoo.com
Beechcroft Library
Beechcroft Library hosts a family-friendly chess club on Saturday mornings, offers guidance and support to help everyone learn and enjoy the game.
Contact Information:
Email: beechcroft.library@strattonstmargaret.gov.uk
Website: www.strattonstmargaret.gov.uk/our-services/beechcroft-library/
Wiltshire County Chess Association
The WCCA is dedicated to supporting chess clubs and organising events across the county. Established in 1932, the association promotes participation, runs league and tournament competitions, and maintains useful resources for clubs and players. The Wiltshire County Team competes in the Chiltern League Division 2 (U1750).
Contact Information:
Website: Wiltshire chess - TBC
Trowbridge Chess Club
Proudly promoting local chess in Wiltshire since 1893. The club meets every Tuesday and Thursday during the chess season, and on the first and third Thursday of every month over the summer period (June - September).
They are also joint organisers of the Frome Chess Congress (https://somersetchess.org/frome_congress/index.html)
Contact Information:
Email: secretary@trowbridgechessclub.co.uk
Website: https://trowbridgechessclub.co.uk/
Witney Chess Club
Is an active chess club in the region and winner of a number of awards: ECF Website of the Year 2011, ECF Club of the Year 2012, FCET Award 2014.
They are also the organisers of the popular Whitney Rapidplay and the Whitney Congress.
Contact Information:
Email: alangentry53@gmail.com
Website: https://www.witneychess.co.uk/
Bristol & Clifton Chess Club
The direct descendant of the Bristol Chess Club formed in 1829. It is probably the oldest chess club in the country outside London. It has a proud legacy in the Bristol & District Chess League, with a total of 40 Division 1 titles spanning over a century of competitive play.
They are also the organisers of the popular Bristol Congress.
Contact Information:
Email: igor@bristolandcliftonchess.club
Website: https://bristolandcliftonchess.club/news/
Gwent County Chess Association
The Gwent County Chess Association (GCCA) is the governing body for chess in Gwent, and is affiliated to the Welsh Chess Union.
They are also the organisers of the Newport Chess Congress (https://newportchesscongress.uk).
Contact Information:
Email: d.j.norris@outlook.com
Website: https://gwentchess.org.uk
Chess England
The site of a great many and varied events. Including the regular Hampstead Congresses, which are two-day five-round FIDE-rated Under-2200 and Under-1900 tournaments, as well as the monthly Golders Green Rapidplay tournaments.
Contact Information:
Email: chesscircuit@substack.com
Website: https://sites.google.com/view/chessengland/home