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26th Dorset Rapidplay Championship – Sunday 8th May – 16 Entrants to Date
You may have been thinking that as there was the 2nd Dorset Online Rapidplay tournament in March, there would not be a face-to-face Dorset Rapidplay this year. However, Martin Simons is delighted to announce that there will be.The 26th Dorset Rapidplay Chess Championship will be held on Sunday 8th May from 11.30am to 4.30pm.
There are a few changes relative to the past few years:
But much remains the same:
In view of the restricted numbers, early entry is strongly advised. The entry fee is just £10.
You can see the full details and enter here on the 26th Dorset Rapidplay page.
Entrants To Date
26th Dorset Rapidplay Championship – Sunday 8th May – 16 Entrants to Date
You may have been thinking that as there was the 2nd Dorset Online Rapidplay tournament in March, there would not be a face-to-face Dorset Rapidplay this year. However, Martin Simons is delighted to announce that there will be.The 26th Dorset Rapidplay Chess Championship will be held on Sunday 8th May from 11.30am to 4.30pm.
There are a few changes relative to the past few years:
- It will be held at Merley Community Centre rather than Greyfriars
- Accordingly the number of entrants will be limited, especially as it is being held alongside the Dorset Junior Chess Festival and we want a quiet separate room with good playing conditions
- Entries are restricted to those aged 18 years or over.
- The time limit is a little faster at 15 minutes plus 5 seconds increment.
But much remains the same:
- There will be 6 rounds
- Whilst there won’t be a full lunch there will be free drinks and biscuits and snacks will be available at low cost
- There will be guaranteed prizes, including rating and veterans prizes
- The Championship Cup will be awarded
- It will be a fun event!
In view of the restricted numbers, early entry is strongly advised. The entry fee is just £10.
You can see the full details and enter here on the 26th Dorset Rapidplay page.
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SPECIAL NOTICE
Please note that the Ludo Lounge Chess organised by John Harris on Tuesday afternoons will be held on Tuesday 26th April 2022. However, as John will not be available on that afternoon, please bring your own chess set if you have one.
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SPECIAL NOTICE
Please note that the Ludo Lounge Chess organised by John Harris on Tuesday afternoons will be held on Tuesday 26th April 2022. However, as John will not be available on that afternoon, please bring your own chess set if you have one.
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2nd DORSET ONLINE RAPIDPLAY CHESS CHAMPIONSHIP
Sunday 6th March 2022 - 9.30am start on Lichess
7 round Dutch Swiss – 15 mins + 3 sec increments
2 minute break between rounds. Each round should start 35 to 40 minutes after the start of the previous round (but no guarantee, please be ready!). The finish should be no later than 2pm.
FREE Entry! Guaranteed minimum of £200 Prizes!
(The prizes are kindly being funded by the Dorset County Chess Association)
Entries on the day of the event will NOT be possible. Please help out by entering early.
Congress website: https://www.dorsetchess.co.uk/rapidplay-2022/
How to enter the 2nd Dorset Online Rapidplay Chess Championship
Step 1: If you are not already a Lichess member, set up your free Lichess account https://lichess.org/
Step 2: Except for juniors, please put your real name on your Lichess account profile https://lichess.org/account/profile
Step 3: If you did not join last year, request to join the 'Dorset Rapidplay Events' team on Lichess https://lichess.org/team/dorset-rapidplay-events filling in your real name and club, also stating if you are a veteran or junior. Please complete this step by Thursday 3rd March at the latest.
This group is administered by Martin Simons (Controller). His Lichess username is 'Non-Gambiteer' and he will add you to the group. Please allow a day or so to do this. If you are unknown, your identity will need to be confirmed to ensure that you are eligible to join the group. Entry will be restricted to players who have, in the past, either played in the B&DCL / DCCA / Bacchus leagues, the Dorset Rapidplay or the Dorset Junior Championship, or belong to a recognised Dorset Junior Chess club (including Dorset Juniors, Castlepoint Library, Bournemouth Library, Ringwood Library and Wimborne Library junior clubs). The right is reserved to refuse or rescind entry without explanation.
Step 4: Join the 'Dorset Rapidplay 2022' Tournament https://lichess.org/swiss/JrDfMd8T by 2pm on Saturday 5th March at the latest. If you are planning to take a half point 1st round bye, please contact Martin Simons ('Non-Gambiteer' on Lichess).
Step 5: Please do 'turn up' on Sunday 6th March before 9.30am (or withdraw) on the above link.
Sunday 6th March 2022 - 9.30am start on Lichess
7 round Dutch Swiss – 15 mins + 3 sec increments
2 minute break between rounds. Each round should start 35 to 40 minutes after the start of the previous round (but no guarantee, please be ready!). The finish should be no later than 2pm.
FREE Entry! Guaranteed minimum of £200 Prizes!
(The prizes are kindly being funded by the Dorset County Chess Association)
- 1st Prize - £30 2nd Prize - £20 3rd Prize - £10
- 4 Rating Prizes of £20 each (to be determined by the Controller)
- Team Prize - £20 (see website for rules and how to enter)
- Best Veteran (over 65 on 01/09/21) - £10
- 3 Junior Prizes (U-18, U-12, U-10 on 31/08/21) - £10 each
Entries on the day of the event will NOT be possible. Please help out by entering early.
Congress website: https://www.dorsetchess.co.uk/rapidplay-2022/
How to enter the 2nd Dorset Online Rapidplay Chess Championship
Step 1: If you are not already a Lichess member, set up your free Lichess account https://lichess.org/
Step 2: Except for juniors, please put your real name on your Lichess account profile https://lichess.org/account/profile
Step 3: If you did not join last year, request to join the 'Dorset Rapidplay Events' team on Lichess https://lichess.org/team/dorset-rapidplay-events filling in your real name and club, also stating if you are a veteran or junior. Please complete this step by Thursday 3rd March at the latest.
This group is administered by Martin Simons (Controller). His Lichess username is 'Non-Gambiteer' and he will add you to the group. Please allow a day or so to do this. If you are unknown, your identity will need to be confirmed to ensure that you are eligible to join the group. Entry will be restricted to players who have, in the past, either played in the B&DCL / DCCA / Bacchus leagues, the Dorset Rapidplay or the Dorset Junior Championship, or belong to a recognised Dorset Junior Chess club (including Dorset Juniors, Castlepoint Library, Bournemouth Library, Ringwood Library and Wimborne Library junior clubs). The right is reserved to refuse or rescind entry without explanation.
Step 4: Join the 'Dorset Rapidplay 2022' Tournament https://lichess.org/swiss/JrDfMd8T by 2pm on Saturday 5th March at the latest. If you are planning to take a half point 1st round bye, please contact Martin Simons ('Non-Gambiteer' on Lichess).
Step 5: Please do 'turn up' on Sunday 6th March before 9.30am (or withdraw) on the above link.
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NOTE
Southbourne Chess Club restarts on Friday 7 January 2022
Ludo Lounge Chess will restart on Tuesday 11 January 2022
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Southbourne Chess Club restarts on Friday 7 January 2022
Ludo Lounge Chess will restart on Tuesday 11 January 2022
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The Club will be closed on Friday 24 December 2021 and Friday 31 December 2021
A MERRY CHRISTMAS
AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL
Friday 23 July 2021
Southbourne Chess Club will be able to resume again on Friday evenings from at Tuckton Social Club, 222 Tuckton Road Southbourne as from Friday 23rd July. See Below for more details.
Message from the Chairman about reopening
Dear Southbourne Chess Club Member, Ludo Lounge casual player, potential and/or past Southbourne Chess Club player
Following the UK Government's announcement on Monday and a discussion with the owners of Tuckton Social Club we are pleased to announce after a long 16 month period of absence, we will be returning to our chess home at Tuckton Social Club on Friday 23rd July. Our club will open at 6.30pm and it will close at its normal time around 10.30pm.
Although all restrictions have been lifted we will be introducing the following precautions for our own safety and protection:
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
We look forward to seeing as many of you as possible for our re-opening evening in just over a week's time.
Martin
Chairman - Southbourne Chess Club
Following the UK Government's announcement on Monday and a discussion with the owners of Tuckton Social Club we are pleased to announce after a long 16 month period of absence, we will be returning to our chess home at Tuckton Social Club on Friday 23rd July. Our club will open at 6.30pm and it will close at its normal time around 10.30pm.
Although all restrictions have been lifted we will be introducing the following precautions for our own safety and protection:
- All windows and fire doors will be kept open to allow plenty of ventilation - we suggest you may wish to bring a jumper for the latter part of the evening although the weather forecast for our first meet up looks good (warm) at the moment.
- Tables will be laid out individually with plenty of distance between them.
- We will provide a hand sanitiser on a table by the entrance to the playing hall for you to use.
- Tuckton Social club will provide an anti-viral spray and wipes. These may be used for the chess pieces, door handles, light switches etc.
- Only a maximum of two people should be in the kitchen at any one point due to the limited space.
- For the mid evening tea break we will either open the hatch or bring the drinks (and biscuits!) to you.
- When walking around you wear a face covering but these may be removed when playing or seated.
- You provide as much distance between you and your opponent when seated at the board. No huddling over the chess board like a chess tiger, at least not for the moment.
- You play the same opponent for say half the evening then possibly change after the tea break to keep movement minimised.
- If you have a cold or feel a little under the weather that you do not come along to the club.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
We look forward to seeing as many of you as possible for our re-opening evening in just over a week's time.
Martin
Chairman - Southbourne Chess Club
Friday 30 July 2021
DAYTIME CHESS IN AND AROUND BOURNEMOUTH
Click any picture for more information.
We have our Annual General Meeting on Friday, 3rd September at 7.15pm. There will not be any presentation of Southbourne CC trophies as the 2019/20 internal competitions were not completed, so it is hoped that the meeting will last no longer than 45 minutes. Therefore, those who enjoy playing chess can do so from 8pm.
An agenda will be distributed at the meeting.
An agenda will be distributed at the meeting.
Annual General Meeting on
Friday, 3rd September at 7.15pm.
10 second buzzer chess tournament -
Friday 10th September at 7.15pm
For our members, past members and prospective members, we will be holding our traditional 10 second buzzer chess tournament. For those who are new, this means the buzzer will give off a noise every 10 seconds (a different sound for White and Black) when you must play a move as White or Black. It's fast, furious yet good fun! We normally play 7 rounds.
We hope to issue prizes for the winner plus grading prizes and we may even hold a chess book sale if I can find enough chess books! If you have any unwanted chess books or DVDs, maybe prizes from previous years which can be recycled then please bring them along!
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We hope to issue prizes for the winner plus grading prizes and we may even hold a chess book sale if I can find enough chess books! If you have any unwanted chess books or DVDs, maybe prizes from previous years which can be recycled then please bring them along!
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HOW PHYSICAL ACTIVITY CAN HELP YOU TO PLAY CHESS BETTER?
Training your brain is just as important as training your body….It’s just like a muscle—if you’re not using it, you can lose it.” Magnus Carlsen
To read more, click on this link
If you have some time to go walking during the day, why not join the Christchurch Health Walks - They are completely FREE?
Click Here for more details. Below is a list of local walks.
To read more, click on this link
If you have some time to go walking during the day, why not join the Christchurch Health Walks - They are completely FREE?
Click Here for more details. Below is a list of local walks.
SOUTHBOURNE SEAGULLS NEW LEAGUE TEAM FOR UNDER 100 GRADE PLAYERS
We are pleased to announce that Southbourne Chess Club have entered a team (Southbourne Seagulls) in the Bacchus Bournemouth East League along with Highcliffe Castles and Ringwood Gambits. All 4 Seagulls matches will be played at Tuckton Social Club in the New Year and we are now looking for players with a grade of less than 100 to play in it.
The provisional fixture dates are as follows:-
2020
Fri 3 Jan Seagulls v Gambits
Mon 27 Jan Castles v Gambits
Mon 10 Feb Gambits v Castles (at Greyfriars Ringwood)
Fri 20 Mar Seagulls v Castles
Fri 10 Apr Seagulls v Gambits
Fri 15 May Seagulls v Castles
Tim McCullagh has kindly agreed to be the captain. PLEASE LET HIM KNOW IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY.
The provisional fixture dates are as follows:-
2020
Fri 3 Jan Seagulls v Gambits
Mon 27 Jan Castles v Gambits
Mon 10 Feb Gambits v Castles (at Greyfriars Ringwood)
Fri 20 Mar Seagulls v Castles
Fri 10 Apr Seagulls v Gambits
Fri 15 May Seagulls v Castles
Tim McCullagh has kindly agreed to be the captain. PLEASE LET HIM KNOW IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY.
Sun 15 Mar ’20 25th Dorset Rapidplay, Greyfriars Ringwood (all day)Sun 24 May ’20 3rd Dorset Closed Congress, Merley (all day)
Fri 16- Sun 18 Oct ’20 55th Dorset Open Championship, Bournemouth (weekend congress)
Fri 16- Sun 18 Oct ’20 55th Dorset Open Championship, Bournemouth (weekend congress)
WINTER CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP SWISS TOURNAMENT 2019/20
FOURTH ROUND
L Laker v B Curran
J Harris v A Reid
C Lane v P Sandy
T McCullagh v D Arorash
J Lucas v K Dixon
A Dufall v T Walsh
Games to be played by Friday 17th April 2020.
Time Control is 35 moves in 75 minutes, Rest of moves in next 15 minutes.
Please contact your opponent as soon as possible to arrange a suitable date to play.
Click here for previous round draws
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FOURTH ROUND
L Laker v B Curran
J Harris v A Reid
C Lane v P Sandy
T McCullagh v D Arorash
J Lucas v K Dixon
A Dufall v T Walsh
Games to be played by Friday 17th April 2020.
Time Control is 35 moves in 75 minutes, Rest of moves in next 15 minutes.
Please contact your opponent as soon as possible to arrange a suitable date to play.
Click here for previous round draws
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2nd round Handicap KO Cup 2020
2nd Round Draw for the semi-final is ….Poole v Weymouth Highcliffe v Wimborne
Please see LMS KO Cup for latest details.
8 club teams have entered which is great news, with a Southbourne club team potentially as reserve, but happy not to take part.
The draw for the 1st Round is …
Dorchester v Weymouth (Weymouth Won)
Purbeck v Poole (Poole Won)
Bournemouth v Wimborne (Wimborne Won)
Ringwood v Highcliffe (Highcliffe Won)
Last year’s winners – Highcliffe
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Please see LMS KO Cup for latest details.
8 club teams have entered which is great news, with a Southbourne club team potentially as reserve, but happy not to take part.
The draw for the 1st Round is …
Dorchester v Weymouth (Weymouth Won)
Purbeck v Poole (Poole Won)
Bournemouth v Wimborne (Wimborne Won)
Ringwood v Highcliffe (Highcliffe Won)
Last year’s winners – Highcliffe
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Help prevent the spread of germs
The Government and NHS are well prepared to deal with coronavirus.
There are things you can do to help stop germs like coronavirus spreading including:
NHS advice on coronavirus.
The Government and NHS are well prepared to deal with coronavirus.
There are things you can do to help stop germs like coronavirus spreading including:
- covering your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze
- put used tissues in the bin
- regularly wash your hands with soap and water
- try to avoid contact with people who are unwell.
NHS advice on coronavirus.
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The 25th Dorset County Chess Association Rapidplay Sunday, 15 March 2020 at Ringwood. Martin Simons is again the Organiser/Controller, Nikki Forster is Assistant Organiser/Head Caterer, with Mike Jay the Administrator.
To celebrate 25 years this will be a very special Rapidplay! And it includes a bumper £1000 in cash prizes. Entry fee is £18 and £10 for juniors under 18.
Regular updates of entries received will be made on the Dorset Chess website, together with the latest news.
Click Here for more information and entry details.
The 25th Dorset County Chess Association Rapidplay Sunday, 15 March 2020 at Ringwood. Martin Simons is again the Organiser/Controller, Nikki Forster is Assistant Organiser/Head Caterer, with Mike Jay the Administrator.
To celebrate 25 years this will be a very special Rapidplay! And it includes a bumper £1000 in cash prizes. Entry fee is £18 and £10 for juniors under 18.
Regular updates of entries received will be made on the Dorset Chess website, together with the latest news.
Click Here for more information and entry details.
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Dorset Rapidplay attracts 48 entrants in exciting day of chess: GM Matt Turner wins - Click here for details
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Dorset Rapidplay attracts 48 entrants in exciting day of chess: GM Matt Turner wins - Click here for details
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B&DCL & DCCA league fixtures are also suspended due to Coronavirus
All league fixtures in the B&DCL and DCCA are suspended. The situation will be reviewed in due course when a further update will be provided. This is in line with the Government's announcements.
All league fixtures in the B&DCL and DCCA are suspended. The situation will be reviewed in due course when a further update will be provided. This is in line with the Government's announcements.
Previous note.
Martin (Simons) posted on the Dorset website last night and you might like to read it. The link is: https://www.dorsetchess.co.uk/Martin’s message includes…
Thoughts on how this current season might eventually be drawn to a close – obviously dependent on the virus pandemic subsiding etc. Ideas continue to be welcome to Martin and Ian Clark
News on Peter Anderson taking over the Dorset website from 1 June (when Mike retires) – Peter has already started his work, including transforming the Junior Chess section, working with Nikki
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Martin (Simons) posted on the Dorset website last night and you might like to read it. The link is: https://www.dorsetchess.co.uk/Martin’s message includes…
Thoughts on how this current season might eventually be drawn to a close – obviously dependent on the virus pandemic subsiding etc. Ideas continue to be welcome to Martin and Ian Clark
- Polite request to continue to be supportive of any vulnerable members, keeping in touch, offers of help with shopping and so on. For example, Southbourne have introduced a “buddy” system. Other ideas include telephone matches for those without internet access
- Mention of Martin Clancy’s successful work to promote on-line chess through Lichess for both the Ringwood club and Dorset club members – detail is on the Ringwood club website:
https://www.ringwoodchessclub.org.uk
- Explanation of a project run by Ringwood’s Andy Baskett to give juniors the opportunity to play chess, on-line, in a “safe” environment through the outstanding website:www.ChessKid.com
News on Peter Anderson taking over the Dorset website from 1 June (when Mike retires) – Peter has already started his work, including transforming the Junior Chess section, working with Nikki
- Confirmation Martin Clancy will take over organising the B&DCL & County fixtures from 1 June
- Request for clubs to share any further good ideas for trying to encourage non-contact chess playing during this time and thus keeping interest going
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Easter (2020) Notes From Martin Simons
- All local chess clubs will be consulted in May/June to determine what happens next with regards to this season's fixtures, promotions, relegations, what next season might look like etc.
- Southbourne CC has a buddy system and if anyone would like a chat, their shopping done or a game of chess over the telephone to let you or me know.
- Plenty of chess online and our members are welcome to join the Ringwood online chess club - detail and link can be found on the Dorset Chess Website Home page and is repeated below.
- Online Chess for Local PlayersWhile the coronavirus is disrupting face-to-face chess Martin Clancy is organising regular free tournaments on Lichess for players from local clubs. The Wednesday evening events are proving especially popular.
Wed 7:30 pm 5 min + 3 sec themed opening. Next week: Dutch Defense
Wed 8:45 pm 3 min +3 sec
Fri 2:00pm 5 min + 3 sec
Sat 2:00pm 5 min + 3 sec
Interested? Please see the instructions on how to join and past results
- Do not forget, The Dorset Chess Website is still covering regular 'Bulletins', 'Dorset Local Chat' and daily 'Puzzles' so please keep referring to it.
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Coronavirus
Lots of websites have information, but this link is to NHS advice: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/
Coronavirus
Lots of websites have information, but this link is to NHS advice: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/coronavirus-covid-19/
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Temporary closure of the club due to Government instructions
It is with regret that we have taken the decision to close the Southbourne Chess Club until further notice. This also includes our Tuesday chess at Ludo Lounge.
The health implications of COVID 19 are too severe for us to overlook the safety of all our members and must be our top priority. We look forward to welcoming you back as soon as this episode concludes. In the meantime online chess can be a good alternative.
The following link invites players of all local clubs to play in online competitions on Wednesday evenings.
https://www.dorsetchess.co.uk/virus-crisis-ringwood-replace-normal-club-nights-with-lichess-chess-competition-and-theme-sessions/
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Temporary closure of the club due to Government instructions
It is with regret that we have taken the decision to close the Southbourne Chess Club until further notice. This also includes our Tuesday chess at Ludo Lounge.
The health implications of COVID 19 are too severe for us to overlook the safety of all our members and must be our top priority. We look forward to welcoming you back as soon as this episode concludes. In the meantime online chess can be a good alternative.
The following link invites players of all local clubs to play in online competitions on Wednesday evenings.
https://www.dorsetchess.co.uk/virus-crisis-ringwood-replace-normal-club-nights-with-lichess-chess-competition-and-theme-sessions/
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1st Dorset Online Rapidplay Championship -
Sunday 14th March 2021
Due to Covid restrictions, players can enter this year's annual Dorset Rapidplay tournament without leaving their homes!
1st Dorset Online Rapidplay Championship - Sunday 14th March 2021
So far 46 players have joined this exciting new tournament which has £200 cash prizes and a free entry! Please remember to enter early to avoid disappointment and, in addition to joining the Dorset Rapidplay Events Team, please don't forget to join the Dorset Rapidplay 2021 tournament!
The details and list of current entrants will be updated on the Dorset Chess website at regular intervals which can be found here https://www.dorsetchess.co.uk/rapidplay-2021/
1st Dorset Online Rapidplay Championship - Sunday 14th March 2021
So far 46 players have joined this exciting new tournament which has £200 cash prizes and a free entry! Please remember to enter early to avoid disappointment and, in addition to joining the Dorset Rapidplay Events Team, please don't forget to join the Dorset Rapidplay 2021 tournament!
The details and list of current entrants will be updated on the Dorset Chess website at regular intervals which can be found here https://www.dorsetchess.co.uk/rapidplay-2021/
HAPPY EASTER TO ALL - STAY WELL
JUNIOR CHESS - Bitesize sessions
Southbourne Chess Club is pleased to announce that it will be running a bitesize Junior Chess session for a 7 week trial period every Friday evening from 8th November until 20th December.
- Each session will be free and will last 45 minutes from 6.30pm to 7.15pm.
- Juniors are more than welcome to stay on when the adult chess club starts at 7.15pm with parents permission.
- All ages and standards are welcome.
- The format will be informal and flexible, to accommodate all playing standards, but some tuition may be provided, particularly for beginners.
- Parents will be asked to remain at the club and will be offered free tea/coffee and biscuits. There will be free squash for the juniors.
- Parking on site can be accessed from Old Priory Road. Approach the barrier slowly and it will automatically rise.
54th Dorset Open at Elstead Hotel, Bournemouth weekend 11-13 Oct ’19
54th Dorset Open at Elstead Hotel, Bournemouth has 90 entries so far @ 29 Sept; entry limit 100
Click here for more details
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Click here for more details
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Southbourne Chess Club Subs are now due
As usual, please bring your cash or cheque book, as Brian will be collecting subs if you have not already renewed yours. The annual subs are £40 (£20 for students).
Larissa Cuthbert’s exceptional performance in UK Schools Chess Challenge Gigafinal
Larissa Cuthbert from Poole recently achieved an outstanding 2nd place in the UK Schools Chess Challenge Delancey Southern Gigafinal Under 10 girls section.
Click here for further details
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Click here for further details
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1 day Quick-Play event at Poole, Sat 17 Aug ’19, drinks & buffet; David Lockwood Memorial; Click here for further details
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1 day Quick-Play event at Poole, Sat 17 Aug ’19
The new grades are out!
The new grades are out – thanks to the titanic efforts of the grading team. Are you up or down on last time? Click here
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The new grades are out – thanks to the titanic efforts of the grading team. Are you up or down on last time? Click here
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Dorset players did well achieving a 49% score of possible points (31/63).
Mike Waddington was joint 1st (out of 38) in the Under 2050 with 4/5. And in the weekend Atkins he also scored 4/5 & was equal 2nd (of 36).
James Forster finished strongly in the Major Open, winning his last 3 games and scored 5/9, equal 20th out of 78.
And in the Over 50 championship there were these final scores, 43 took part;
Kevin Goater 3.5/7 (=14th)
Martin Simons 3/7 (=29th)
Ian Clark 2.5/7 (37th)
Martin Clancy 2/7 (=38th)
Ronnie Burton was 2/5 in the Under 1900 and finished 42nd out of 69
And fast improving Larissa Cuthbert scored 3/6 in the Under 11, finishing =25th. Larissa also took part in the Under 1750, achieving 2.5/5 and was 36th of 83 taking part.
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Mike Waddington was joint 1st (out of 38) in the Under 2050 with 4/5. And in the weekend Atkins he also scored 4/5 & was equal 2nd (of 36).
James Forster finished strongly in the Major Open, winning his last 3 games and scored 5/9, equal 20th out of 78.
And in the Over 50 championship there were these final scores, 43 took part;
Kevin Goater 3.5/7 (=14th)
Martin Simons 3/7 (=29th)
Ian Clark 2.5/7 (37th)
Martin Clancy 2/7 (=38th)
Ronnie Burton was 2/5 in the Under 1900 and finished 42nd out of 69
And fast improving Larissa Cuthbert scored 3/6 in the Under 11, finishing =25th. Larissa also took part in the Under 1750, achieving 2.5/5 and was 36th of 83 taking part.
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Dorset based players do county proud in British Chess Championships at Torquay
Bournemouth Chess Club move premises.
New season starting 2 July 2019
Ambitious Bournemouth Chess Club move to Winton & will meet Tues evenings – new members always very welcome!17 June: Bournemouth Club Chair Paul Errington has announced the club has moved to Winton from Kinson and to spacious and impressive new surroundings. Club evenings will be Tuesdays, 7pm to 11pm (so no longer Monday afternoons). The address is Winton Liberal Club, 521 Wimborne Road, Winton BH9 2AW. There is parking at the back, just down a side road, explains Paul. The Liberal Club has a bar.
Their new season will start earlier than usual – on Tuesday evening, 2 July’19.
Paul Errington would like to thank 2 chess colleagues for their considerable help with this project. Martin Simons for the initial idea and suggestion of the Winton Liberal Club and also Eric Sachs for much support setting up all the arrangements. Paul commends Eric for his “valued business acumen”.
The Bournemouth Club feel their excellent new premises, more central to Bournemouth than before, give very good potential for membership expansion. They would especially like to strengthen their team in B&D 2. Their “B” team will be in B&D 4 next season, but they would also like to enter B&D 5 and again have a Bacchus team for emerging players new to league chess. So they are keen to recruit additional members of all standards. The contact is Chair Paul Errington and his number is 07769 829891.
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Their new season will start earlier than usual – on Tuesday evening, 2 July’19.
Paul Errington would like to thank 2 chess colleagues for their considerable help with this project. Martin Simons for the initial idea and suggestion of the Winton Liberal Club and also Eric Sachs for much support setting up all the arrangements. Paul commends Eric for his “valued business acumen”.
The Bournemouth Club feel their excellent new premises, more central to Bournemouth than before, give very good potential for membership expansion. They would especially like to strengthen their team in B&D 2. Their “B” team will be in B&D 4 next season, but they would also like to enter B&D 5 and again have a Bacchus team for emerging players new to league chess. So they are keen to recruit additional members of all standards. The contact is Chair Paul Errington and his number is 07769 829891.
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James Forster in state of shock after winning a strong Dorset “Closed” Open at Merley, Sun 7 July
James Forster in state of shock after winning a strong Dorset “Closed” Open at Merley, Sun 7 July: According to informed sources, James was a reluctant late entrant for the Open – he felt out of practice, the season is over etc. But enter he sportingly did, fearing the worst, as the Open section was so strong. But with 3/4 he played some great chess and won!
Picture with organiser Ian Clark. Ian himself came 2nd equal with Steve Peirson.
In a most competitive Major, there was a 3 way tie – Geoff Searing, Frank Pittman and Chris Leeson
There was an excellent performance in the Intermediate by Mihail Nutu, who won with 3.5/4.
And some outstanding play saw Jim Fox score 3.5/4 to win the Minor, with Wimborne colleague David Lane 2nd.
Below are the results from the 4 sections, plus photos from the presentation.
Special thanks to Ian Clark, the overall organiser and also Martin Simons who controlled the event and provided the cooked lunch. Nikki Forster was great, working hard organising drinks all day and managing a first class lunch.
These are the prizewinners as advised by Ian and he is sending out their cheques Tues, 9 July
Click Here for result details
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Picture with organiser Ian Clark. Ian himself came 2nd equal with Steve Peirson.
In a most competitive Major, there was a 3 way tie – Geoff Searing, Frank Pittman and Chris Leeson
There was an excellent performance in the Intermediate by Mihail Nutu, who won with 3.5/4.
And some outstanding play saw Jim Fox score 3.5/4 to win the Minor, with Wimborne colleague David Lane 2nd.
Below are the results from the 4 sections, plus photos from the presentation.
Special thanks to Ian Clark, the overall organiser and also Martin Simons who controlled the event and provided the cooked lunch. Nikki Forster was great, working hard organising drinks all day and managing a first class lunch.
These are the prizewinners as advised by Ian and he is sending out their cheques Tues, 9 July
Click Here for result details
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B&DCL AGM: Wednesday 19 June ’19
The B&DCL AGM will be held at 7.30pm on Wednesday 19th June 2019 at the Tuckton Social Club (home venue of Southbourne Chess Club), 222 Tuckton Road BH6 3AA and all members of B&DCL clubs are welcome.
For Agenda and last years Minutes Click Here
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The B&DCL AGM will be held at 7.30pm on Wednesday 19th June 2019 at the Tuckton Social Club (home venue of Southbourne Chess Club), 222 Tuckton Road BH6 3AA and all members of B&DCL clubs are welcome.
For Agenda and last years Minutes Click Here
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Saturday 1st June 2019 – Southampton Six Round Rapidplay Tournament
at St. Denys Community Centre, Priory Road, Southampton, SO17 2JZ
Enter online (preferred) or download an entry form.
Prizes - 1st £50, 2nd £30, 3rd £20
Rate of Play - 25 minutes per player with an additional 5 seconds per move.
Entry fees are £12 for adults, £8 for juniors.
Players will be split into sections according to their ECF grades.
Details of 2018 winners
at St. Denys Community Centre, Priory Road, Southampton, SO17 2JZ
Enter online (preferred) or download an entry form.
Prizes - 1st £50, 2nd £30, 3rd £20
Rate of Play - 25 minutes per player with an additional 5 seconds per move.
Entry fees are £12 for adults, £8 for juniors.
Players will be split into sections according to their ECF grades.
Details of 2018 winners
Sunday 28 April 2019 London Marathon
Chris Lane will be running the London Marathon this year. You will recall that proceeds from his last years run helped to purchase our 12 Digital clocks. This year the proceeds are destined for another very good cause; our local Macmillan Care Team.
If you click on the link below the Just Giving Page comes up.
https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/Team/CaringLocallyMacmillanBournemouth
Click here for Chris' Results
Chris' comment on the day
"It was a tough but wonderful day".
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Chris Lane will be running the London Marathon this year. You will recall that proceeds from his last years run helped to purchase our 12 Digital clocks. This year the proceeds are destined for another very good cause; our local Macmillan Care Team.
If you click on the link below the Just Giving Page comes up.
https://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/Team/CaringLocallyMacmillanBournemouth
Click here for Chris' Results
Chris' comment on the day
"It was a tough but wonderful day".
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THE 24th DORSET COUNTY CHESS ASSOCIATION RAPIDPLAY
will be played on Sunday, 24 March 2019 at Ringwood. Entries are now possible. On-line entry is encouraged and you will see a blue form further down the page. Or if preferred, a more conventional application form can be completed and posted. More details click here.
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will be played on Sunday, 24 March 2019 at Ringwood. Entries are now possible. On-line entry is encouraged and you will see a blue form further down the page. Or if preferred, a more conventional application form can be completed and posted. More details click here.
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WE WANT YOU
We're always looking for new members. Southbourne Chess Club is a friendly chess club in the Tuckton area of Bournemouth, Dorset. Our membership is currently around twenty-five, and we're always looking to get more people involved. We have members not only from the Dorset Chess scene, but also some from neighbouring Hampshire. If you want to improve your chess, play casual chess, league chess, or any kind of chess, simply come along to the club or contact us click here to use the Contact Form or send us an email at southbournechessclub@yahoo.co.uk.
If you're at all unsure about whether to come, or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact: Chris Lane on 01202 466408 or John Harris on 01202 427523.
For Meeting & Club Location information (Tuesday afternoons and Friday evenings) click here
For Membership details and a downloadable Membership Form Click Here
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If you're at all unsure about whether to come, or would like any further information, please do not hesitate to contact: Chris Lane on 01202 466408 or John Harris on 01202 427523.
For Meeting & Club Location information (Tuesday afternoons and Friday evenings) click here
For Membership details and a downloadable Membership Form Click Here
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A MERRY CHRISTMAS
AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL
Good News
- The Club will be open as usual on Friday evening
28 December 2018.
Bad News
- There will be no Ludo Lounge Chess on Tuesday afternoons 25 December 2018 and 1 January 2019.
AND A HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL
Good News
- The Club will be open as usual on Friday evening
28 December 2018.
Bad News
- There will be no Ludo Lounge Chess on Tuesday afternoons 25 December 2018 and 1 January 2019.
Do not forget Ludo Lounge Chess on Tuesday afternoons is running right through the year except around Christmas. 2.30 to 5.00 pm Click here for more details
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TORBAY CHESS CONGRESS 2018
Subject: 2018 Torbay Chess Congress
9th-11th November 2018
www.torbaycongress.comThe link is Torbay Congress
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9th-11th November 2018
www.torbaycongress.comThe link is Torbay Congress
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Blind Chess Association Tournament -
Volunteers Wanted (Just 1 hour a day)
Jan Lovell Memorial Chairman’s Cup
is being Hosted by Braille Chess Association - Supporting Chess Players with Sight Loss at the
Marsham Court Hotel Bournemouth
3 Russell Cotes Road, BH1 3AB Bournemouth
There are 18 blind players in the tournament,plus two more who are beginners. John Jenkins is looking for chess players who may may wish to help by overseeing their moves to ensure the moves on both boards are the same, and perhaps giving a little advice.
On Saturday evening Martin Simons is giving a simultaneous chess match.
Slots are between 11.00am and 12.00 on Saturday 16th through to Thursday 21st if anybody is available.
Email: johnpamjenkins@btinternet.com for more details or to volunteer.
Many of you will know John Jenkins from Highcliffe club
Facebook: www.facebook.com/events/128693381079951
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is being Hosted by Braille Chess Association - Supporting Chess Players with Sight Loss at the
Marsham Court Hotel Bournemouth
3 Russell Cotes Road, BH1 3AB Bournemouth
There are 18 blind players in the tournament,plus two more who are beginners. John Jenkins is looking for chess players who may may wish to help by overseeing their moves to ensure the moves on both boards are the same, and perhaps giving a little advice.
On Saturday evening Martin Simons is giving a simultaneous chess match.
Slots are between 11.00am and 12.00 on Saturday 16th through to Thursday 21st if anybody is available.
Email: johnpamjenkins@btinternet.com for more details or to volunteer.
Many of you will know John Jenkins from Highcliffe club
Facebook: www.facebook.com/events/128693381079951
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GOOD FRIDAY - The club will be open as usual on Friday on 30 March 2018
"FUN" 10 Second a move TournamentThis popular 'fun' 10 second a move tournament will be held at Tuckton Social Club, 7.15pm to 10.30pm, on Friday 8th September, and is expected to be over 7 rounds. This will be a prelude to the forthcoming 1st Dorset Blitz Championships to be held on Sunday 17th September at the Furzebrook Village Hall, Wareham (see www.dorsetchess.co.uk/ for details).
All members from Southbourne CC and visitors from other clubs are very welcome. Please do not forget to bring along your £2 entry fee which will include tea or coffee and a biscuit.
There will be book prizes for the Winner, Best Under 150 and Best Under 125.
In the tea break, at approximately 9pm, there will be a chess book, DVD and other chess item sale. All items will be on sale for £3, £2 and many even at £1!
If anyone has any chess item they no longer require than please bring them along.
Hope to see you there!
All members from Southbourne CC and visitors from other clubs are very welcome. Please do not forget to bring along your £2 entry fee which will include tea or coffee and a biscuit.
There will be book prizes for the Winner, Best Under 150 and Best Under 125.
In the tea break, at approximately 9pm, there will be a chess book, DVD and other chess item sale. All items will be on sale for £3, £2 and many even at £1!
If anyone has any chess item they no longer require than please bring them along.
Hope to see you there!
DATES FOR YOUR DIARIES
"FUN" 10 Second a move Tournament - Friday 23rd September 2016
The popular 'fun' 10 second a move tournament will be held at Tuckton Social Club, 7.15pm to 10.30pm, on Friday 23rd September. Everyone is welcome. Do not forget to Bring along your £1 entry fee which will include tea or coffee and a biscuit.
In the tea break, at approximately 9pm, there will be a chess book, DVD, and any other chess item sale.
If anyone has any of these items they no longer require then please bring them along. Proceeds will be used to help club funds
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Southbourne Chess Club Annual AGM – Friday 16 September 2016
The Southbourne Chess Club AGM will be held at the Tuckton Social Club at 7.30.
After the AGM, at approximately 9pm, there will be a chess book, DVD, and any other chess item sale.
If anyone has any of these items they no longer require then please bring them along. Proceeds will be used to help club funds.
Two Towns Match – Thursday 15 September 2016.
Just before the beginning of the season it is a tradition that Bournemouth and Poole players compete over 30 boards or so, as a warm up to the forthcoming season. This is a chance to meet with friends old and new in the area and is to be held at the Royal British Legion club in Poole. Captains - Martin Simons for Bournemouth and Eric Sachs for Poole.
"FUN" 10 Second a move Tournament - Friday 23rd September 2016
The popular 'fun' 10 second a move tournament will be held at Tuckton Social Club, 7.15pm to 10.30pm, on Friday 23rd September. Everyone is welcome. Do not forget to Bring along your £1 entry fee which will include tea or coffee and a biscuit.
In the tea break, at approximately 9pm, there will be a chess book, DVD, and any other chess item sale.
If anyone has any of these items they no longer require then please bring them along. Proceeds will be used to help club funds
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Southbourne Chess Club Annual AGM – Friday 16 September 2016
The Southbourne Chess Club AGM will be held at the Tuckton Social Club at 7.30.
After the AGM, at approximately 9pm, there will be a chess book, DVD, and any other chess item sale.
If anyone has any of these items they no longer require then please bring them along. Proceeds will be used to help club funds.
Two Towns Match – Thursday 15 September 2016.
Just before the beginning of the season it is a tradition that Bournemouth and Poole players compete over 30 boards or so, as a warm up to the forthcoming season. This is a chance to meet with friends old and new in the area and is to be held at the Royal British Legion club in Poole. Captains - Martin Simons for Bournemouth and Eric Sachs for Poole.
DORSET COUNTY JUNIOR CHESS CHAMPIONSHIP 2015
SATURDAY 23RD JANUARY 2016 at
FERNDOWN UPPER SCHOOL
James Forster of Southbourne Chess Club won the Tournament.
He did very well with a score of 6/6. There were 75 entrants – the biggest ever number of entrants. Thanks to Eric Sachs (Left) and Ian Clark (Right) for running the event.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS
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SATURDAY 23RD JANUARY 2016 at
FERNDOWN UPPER SCHOOL
James Forster of Southbourne Chess Club won the Tournament.
He did very well with a score of 6/6. There were 75 entrants – the biggest ever number of entrants. Thanks to Eric Sachs (Left) and Ian Clark (Right) for running the event.
CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS
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Click here for the Results of the Club Christmas Tournament 2015
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HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL
NOTE
GOOD NEWS - TUESDAY CHESS AT LUDO LOUNGE IN SOUTHBOURNE IS NOT STOPPING OVER HOLIDAYS. Just come along anytime between 2.30 pm and 5 pm.
HOWEVER
FRIDAY CHESS AT SOUTHBOURNE CHESS CLUB AND THE CROOKED BOOK IS TAKING A BREAK OVER CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR. IT RESTARTS ON FRIDAY 8 JANUARY 2016.
WEDNESDAY CHESS AT FLIRT CAFE BAR IS ALSO TAKING A BREAK AND RESTARTS ON WEDNESDAY 6 JANUARY 2016.
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NOTE
GOOD NEWS - TUESDAY CHESS AT LUDO LOUNGE IN SOUTHBOURNE IS NOT STOPPING OVER HOLIDAYS. Just come along anytime between 2.30 pm and 5 pm.
HOWEVER
FRIDAY CHESS AT SOUTHBOURNE CHESS CLUB AND THE CROOKED BOOK IS TAKING A BREAK OVER CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR. IT RESTARTS ON FRIDAY 8 JANUARY 2016.
WEDNESDAY CHESS AT FLIRT CAFE BAR IS ALSO TAKING A BREAK AND RESTARTS ON WEDNESDAY 6 JANUARY 2016.
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SOUTHBOURNE CHRISTMAS QUICKPLAY HANDICAP TOURNAMENT
Friday 18th December 2015 7.15 for 7.30 Start
Its time for the ever popular annual celebration including food and chess played to the accompaniment of Christmas music. This is open to all players.
The Handicap Tournament is usually a 7 round Swiss format, 20 minutes is allocated to the game but each player's time will be determined by the grading differential between the players (eg 15 to 5 minutes). There are often more prizes than players.
Turn up with your £2 entry fee at 7.15, ready for a 7.30 start at Tuckton Social Club.
Note
THE ENTRY FEE FOR THIS YEAR HAS BEEN INCREASED TO £2.Still great value (includes bucks fizz, mince pies and tea)
There will also be a chess book and DVD sale during the break.
1 book for £3, 2 for £5.
Please bring along any books and DVDs that you no longer need to help club funds.
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The Handicap Tournament is usually a 7 round Swiss format, 20 minutes is allocated to the game but each player's time will be determined by the grading differential between the players (eg 15 to 5 minutes). There are often more prizes than players.
Turn up with your £2 entry fee at 7.15, ready for a 7.30 start at Tuckton Social Club.
Note
THE ENTRY FEE FOR THIS YEAR HAS BEEN INCREASED TO £2.Still great value (includes bucks fizz, mince pies and tea)
There will also be a chess book and DVD sale during the break.
1 book for £3, 2 for £5.
Please bring along any books and DVDs that you no longer need to help club funds.
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50th Dorset Open Congress October 2015
Friday 30th to Sunday 1st November 2015 - Held at
CARRINGTON HOUSE HOTEL Knyveton Road, Bournemouth BH1 3QQ
Increased prizes in all sections for 50th Congress
OPEN MAJOR (U160) INTERMEDIATE (U135) MINOR (U115)
Equipment and bookstall by CCF Mindgames
For Prize list click here
Friday 30th to Sunday 1st November 2015 - Held at
CARRINGTON HOUSE HOTEL Knyveton Road, Bournemouth BH1 3QQ
Increased prizes in all sections for 50th Congress
OPEN MAJOR (U160) INTERMEDIATE (U135) MINOR (U115)
Equipment and bookstall by CCF Mindgames
For Prize list click here
2014-15 Season Results
Final League Tables
Bournemouth & District Chess League
Dorset Chess League
2013-14 Season Results
Final League Tables
Bournemouth & District Chess League
Dorset Chess League (Division 1 Only)
2012-13 Season Results
Final League Tables
Bournemouth & District Chess League
Dorset League
S S2 RM
Final League Tables
Bournemouth & District Chess League
Dorset Chess League
2013-14 Season Results
Final League Tables
Bournemouth & District Chess League
Dorset Chess League (Division 1 Only)
2012-13 Season Results
Final League Tables
Bournemouth & District Chess League
Dorset League
S S2 RM
