The Devon County Chess Association, as the host county for this year’s British Championships, is keen to encourage local junior players to enter for the Junior Championships which take place during the Congress. There are separate championships for each age group from Under 8 (born 2005 or later) to Under 16 (born 1997 or later). Each specific age group tournament (except the Under 8 and Under 9 tournaments ) takes place over either the first or the second week of the congress. The Under 8 tournament takes place over one day (Friday 2nd August) and the Under 9 tournament over the weekend of the 3rd-4th August)
The Devon County Chess Association is offering 8 bursaries of £25 as a contribution towards the cost of entry fees for the tournaments.
Any junior wishing to apply for one of these bursaries should write a short letter of application giving details of age and tournament entered together with a brief outline of his/her recent chess career. This letter should be sent to the DCCA Acting Secretary, Trefor Thynne, at 54 Silverwood Avenue, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ12 4LG, to arrive no later than the 31st May

Chess men, women and children from around the British Isles will descend upon Torquay this Summer for the 100th British Chess Championships – the fourth occasion in the last 15 years the town has been chosen to host the event.

The 100th Championships take place at the Riviera International Centre, Chestnut Avenue, Torquay TQ2 5LZ between Sunday, 28 July 2013 and run for a fortnight, finishing on Saturday, 10 August 2013.

Chess is a mind-boggling game, full of drama, that attracts people of all ages and from all walks of life. Overall, a thousand entries are expected from players of a wide range of standards. Locally-based Grandmaster Keith Arkell is an early entry, while International Master Gary Lane will be traveling from Australia to play. As well as deciding the British Champion, there are also national titles for seniors, youngsters and club enthusiasts.

Championship Manager Lara Barnes said “ We are extremely proud to bring our 100th Championship back to Torquay and the Riviera Centre. This is a special year and I’m looking forward to a memorable fortnight that will be enjoyed by all. Torquay is a favourite venue for hundreds of chess players. With a big entry expected, hotels, guest houses and other local businesses can anticipate a busy fortnight.”

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Nette Robinson, whose original pictures and prints can be seen at Chess & Bridge, is bringing her work to Torquay for the 100th British Chess Championships. She will be producing a special 100th British Chess Championships souvenir print. For a sneak preview see her website http://www.netterobinson-art.co.uk/chess