The 1st Cheadle FIDE Congress takes place from Tuesday 4th February – Thursday 6th February 2025. It’s an Open limited to 60 players in a brand new suite at the Village Hotel. Limited capacity so book early!

– Highest placed player (who has not already qualified) will win a free place to take part in the British Championships 2025

– £450 prize fund – All games on live boards with excellent playing conditions at the new altitude suite of the 4* Village Hotel, Cheadle.

– Current entry list can be viewed here with GM Keith Arkell being top seed – https://chess-results.com/tnr1096569.aspx?lan=1.

– Click here to view online entry form: 1st Cheadle FIDE Congress