Welcome to Ipswich Chess Club

Ipswich Chess Club is one of the largest and most active chess communities in Suffolk, welcoming players of all ages and skill levels—from complete beginners to seasoned competitors.
Whether you’re looking to sharpen your game, play socially, or compete in league matches, our club offers a friendly and stimulating environment for all.

Explore our website to find out more about the Club and the latest news.

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Start of New Season

The Club now has Summer Break.

The Club now has Summer Break. We will be back shortly with new energy and activities.

The first session will take place on Wednesday, 26th August 2026.
Start 19.30

We are kicking off the new season with our annual handicap blitz chess tournament.
More information can be found in the latest newsletter.

Where and When?

Every Wednesday evening
Doors open at 7:00 PM, with official games starting at 7:30 PM
Location:
Ipswich Institute, Admirals House, Tower Street, Ipswich, IP1 3BE

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Latest News

  • Rapidplay Club Championship
    Rapidplay Club Championship In the new season, alongside our standard Club Championship, weare launching the Rapidplay Club Championship.The competition will be rated, so all participants must hold a valid ECF membership to play. General Rules:… Read more: Rapidplay Club Championship
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A Huge Thank You to the ECF Grassroots Program!

We are absolutely thrilled to announce the launch of our brand new website, and we couldn’t have done it without the incredible support of the ECF Grassroots Program!

Thank you, ECF Grassroots Program, for being a cornerstone in our journey and helping us build this exciting new chapter!

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