Chess Club

The IGO Chess Club meets at 10:00 on the 2nd and 4th Fridays during the winter months (Oct–Mar). In summer (Apr–Sep), meetings are 4th Friday only. In addition to playing friendly chess games, we also examine interesting puzzles and occasionally grandmaster games or instructive videos. The group is not really intended for beginners. A typical member has played little chess since school days but is interested in taking up the game on retirement.
When
During the winter months (Oct–Mar) on 2nd and 4th Fridays at 10:00. In summer (Apr–Sep) meetings are on 4th Fridays only.
Group Size & Availability
Minimum 6, maximum 40
How to join
You can join this group, or the waiting list, via the Beacon Members Portal. To join a group you must first subscribe to Interest Groups Online. This is separate to a local u3a membership.
If you would be interested in helping to lead a group around this subject or any other, please contact
Interest Group Online members can contact the group leader via the Beacon Members Portal. Non-members should contact the Interest Groups Online team by email: