Bude Chess

24/07/2025

♟️ The Riviera Chess Congress is back this September – and it’s more than just a tournament! ♟️

Join us for a full week of chess and coastal relaxation at the Carlton Hotel, part of the TLH Leisure Resort in beautiful Torquay.

📅 When: 30th August- 5th September
📍 Where: Carlton Hotel, TLH Leisure Resort, Torquay

Expect a friendly, welcoming congress with:
✅ A full week of competitive chess
✅ Multiple sections for all levels
✅ Comfortable hotel accommodation onsite
✅ Just a short walk from the seafront!

Whether you're aiming for a prize or just enjoying a chess-filled holiday by the sea, the Riviera Congress offers the perfect blend of play and pleasure.

📝 Enter now or find out more: https://congress.org.uk/congress/583/home

♜ Book early—rooms fill fast!

20/07/2025

♟️Peter & Peggy Clarke Chess Rapidplay ♟️
A fast, fun, and competitive day of chess returns this October with the Peter & Peggy Clarke Rapidplay
Date: Saturday 4th October 2025
Location: Halwill Parish Hall, Halwill Junction (free parking)
Time control: 6 rounds @ 25 mins + 10 sec/move (ECF Rated event)
Come and test your skills in a friendly, well-organised event named in memory of two of Cornwall’s chess figures.
Entries now open – book your spot today!
Click below for further details and to enter.
https://congress.org.uk/congress/621/home

25/06/2025

Join players from across the country for a week of competitive chess by the coast. This is more than just a tournament — it’s a chess holiday. Sun, sea, and strategy... what more could you ask for?
30th August - 5th September
Morning and / or afternoon games
Sections for all abilities
Venue: Carlton Hotel, TLH Leisure Resort, Torquay, Devon
https://congress.org.uk/congress/583/home

06/05/2025

https://en.chessbase.com/post/septuagenarian-john-nunn-2

An interesting article by John Nunn on his 70th birthday celebrations

He is one of our oldest friends, a valuable assistant and advisor when ChessBase was first launched. The Oxford mathematician has had a long and very illustrious career in chess, sometimes counted amongst the top ten in the world. So how does he celebrate his 70th birthday? Let John Nunn show us how...

27/11/2024

Some dates for your diary as we look forward to celebrating Christmas with you all 🎄🎄

31/10/2024

No Bude Junior Chess tonight 31st October

14/06/2024

Richard Smith, President Cornwall County Chess Association, presenting the County Shield to Bude Chess, Cornwall Champions!

08/11/2023

2 World Champions for Cornwall

Congratulations to England's Michael Adams and John Nunn, who both became World Senior chess champions yesterday in Terrasini, Sicily, Italy. Despite both being the top seeds in their respective sections, neither had it all their own way. Michael Adams (pictured on the right) won the 50+ age group,

06/11/2023

Congratulations to Bude Chess member GM John Nunn

🏆 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 John Nunn has successfully defended his title at the FIDE World Senior Championship 65+! Despite fierce competition and a tie for first place with 🇸🇰Ľubomír Ftáčnik, Nunn's superior tiebreaks clinched his victory. Meanwhile, Ftáčnik secured the silver medal, and 🇫🇷 Nikolay Legky took home the bronze. Congratulations to all the winners on their remarkable performances! 👏


📷 Denis Burko

30/09/2023

Congratulations to Bude Chess member WFM Petra Nunn and the other members of the England 50+ Ladies team on their 1st place at the World Senior Team Championship, 50+ Ladies.