The New Season is almost upon us which means everyone needs to sort out their Subscriptions! Go here, if you have not already got one for September 2026 – August 2027!

Mike, our tournament director, is launching a series of Blitz Evenings, as part of an overall RTCC Blitz Championship, which will commence on 17th September. Remember, only fully paid up subscribers are allowed to play!

Our Annual General Meeting took place at Cambridge Park Bowls Club on Thursday 16 July from 7:00pm to 8:00pm, followed by a social evening. If you require a copy of the minutes and other papers, please contact Sampson Low, our secretary, via the members section or on WhatsApp.

Our President and Junior Chess Manager Richard James has published a series of books for novice and intermediate players on Amazon under the title Chess Heroes. You can find out more and buy them on Amazon here, or download the pdfs for free, along with other books and stationery, here.

If you’re interested in chess for children, please visit our Junior Chess page here.

There are tournaments, either standardplay or rapidplay, most weekends in our area. Even if you haven’t played in a tournament before you’ll be very welcome to take part.

Visit the ECF Calendar for full information on other forthcoming events.

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