Welcome

Welcome to Solihull Chess Club

Established since 1949.

Solihull Chess Club currently has over fifty members who represent teams in the Birmingham and Leamington Leagues. We play in a wide range of league divisions which enables the club to cater to all playing strengths from beginner to expert.

The club welcomes chess players of all abilities, whether you wish to play competitive matches or enjoy playing social chess in a friendly atmosphere.


The club meets most Wednesdays from 7.00pm (juniors 5-15 years of age 6.00-7.00pm).


For further information please contact:

Secretary – Matthew Allen    07834 689 413

Juniors Secretary – Roland Robson    07805 517 044

Chairman – Julian Summerfield    07929 111 060


About us

Solihull Chess Club is one of the largest Chess Clubs in the Midlands.

The Club meet at 7.00pm every Wednesday evening at the Blossomfield Club, Widney Lane, Solihull, B91 3JY.

Members play socially and competitively.

The club we have teams in several divisions of the Birmingham and Leamington Chess Leagues.

All standards of ability are catered for and coaching can also be provided.

The Junior Club (5-15 years of age) from runs 6.00-7.00pm every Wednesday.


Our Constitution can be seen here.

Our Safeguarding Policy can be seen here.


Photos of our club...

2023 Lightning Tournament

2023 Trophy Presentation/Photoshoot

2022 Lightning Tournament

Archive photos


A printable match results card can be found here


Contact us?

 Blossomfield Club, Widney Lane, Solihull West Midlands, B91 3JY

 Contact: Secretary: Matthew Allen

 Phone: 07834 689 413

 Email: info@solihull.chessclub.cloud

Also see us here

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Safeguarding

Solihull Chess Club Safeguarding Policy Statement

 

1) This policy will apply to all members and visitors to the club when undertaking club activities. It is for the benefit of children and vulnerable adults.

 

A child or junior member is defined as anyone under the age of eighteen.

 

A vulnerable adult is defined as a person over the age of eighteen who may need community care services because of a disability (mental or otherwise), age or illness.

 

The normal venue of the club is:-

The Blossomfield Club Ltd

The Wardens

Widney Lane

Solihull

B91 3JY

 

2) The Club welcomes all players who can play chess to a reasonable standard. It allows and encourages junior players to participate in club activities and events both home and away.

 

The club does not offer formal tuition in the game of chess.

 

The purpose of this policy is to safeguard the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults attending club activities.

 

3) A copy of this policy will be posted on the Solihull Chess Cub website.

 

4) Solihull Chess club recognises that the welfare of and interests of children and vulnerable adults, are paramount in all circumstances enshrined in the Children Act 2004, and The safeguarding Vulnerable Group Act 2006. It aims to ensure that, regardless of age, gender, religion or beliefs, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, identity, or socioeconomic background, all children and vulnerable adults:-

 

a. Have a positive and enjoyable experience of chess in a safe and protected environment.

b. Are protected from harm and abuse whilst participating in chess and related activities.

 

To achieve these aims we have adopted the protocols of the English Chess Federation Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Groups Policy and Code of Conduct, a copy of which can be found on the ECF website www.englishchess.org.uk, and also in the Manual of Safeguarding established and maintained by Solihull Chess Club. We have also drawn on the protocols and the policy of The Birmingham and District Chess league, a copy of which can be found in the BDCL handbook. The protocols of both organisations have been adapted to suit the domestic circumstances of Solihull Chess Club.

 

5) The club has appointed a Safeguarding Committee headed by a Safeguarding Officer to oversee the implementation of this policy during club activities. The Safeguarding Officer is: Roland Robson

 

6) It is the duty of everyone at the club to pass on concerns or allegations of child abuse or neglect to the Safeguarding Officer who will investigate such concerns in accordance with ECF guidelines.

 

7) All parents/guardians are required to escort their charges to the club premises at the beginning of club activities, and to collect them at the end, or to provide written permission for them to be either unaccompanied, or accompanied by another club member.

 

8) The club welcomes players participating in club activities at premises other than the home venue. It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to provide escorted transport to and from such a venue, and to remain with their charge during the event, or to give written permission for the player to be escorted and monitored by another club member during that event.

 

9) The club strongly recommends that parents/guardians should provide, in writing, satisfactory contact details such as home or mobile telephone numbers when junior or vulnerable players are engaged in club activities.

 

 

This policy will be regularly reviewed by the Safeguarding Committee to ensure that it remains fit for purpose.

 

 

 

 

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All Fixtures  
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Fixture Card     
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Birmingham & District Chess League - Div One Fixtures 
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Birmingham & District Chess League - Div One Fixtures 
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Birmingham & District Chess League - Div Two Fixtures 
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Birmingham & District Chess League - Div Four Fixtures 
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Birmingham & District Chess League - Div Five Fixtures 
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Birmingham & District Chess League - Div Five Fixtures 
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Birmingham & District Chess League - Div Five Fixtures 
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Birmingham & District Chess League - Minor Fixtures 
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Birmingham & District Chess League - Minor Fixtures 
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Birmingham & District Chess League - Townshend Trophy Fixtures 
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Birmingham & District Chess League - Townshend Trophy Fixtures 
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Leamington and District Chess League - Div One Fixtures 
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Leamington and District Chess League - Div Two Fixtures 
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Leamington and District Chess League - Div Three Fixtures 
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Leamington and District Chess League - Div Four Fixtures 
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Leamington and District Chess League - Div Four Fixtures 
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Leamington and District Chess League - Div Four Fixtures 
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Leamington and District Chess League - Div Four Fixtures 
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Leamington and District Chess League - Team Open Fixtures 
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Leamington and District Chess League - Team U120 Fixtures 
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Leamington and District Chess League - Team U700 Fixtures 
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Honours

BDCL – Birmingham and District Chess League

BDCL Division 1 winners

1979/80, 2018/19, 2021/22, 2022/23

BDCL Division 2 winners

1949/50, 2003/04, 2010/11, 2013/14

BDCL Division 3 winners

1948/49, 1988/89, 1990/91, 1993/94, 2001/02, 2011/12, 2014/15, 2023/24

BDCL Division 4 winners

1948/49, 1965/66, 1998/99, 2013/14

BDCL Division 5 winners

1970/71, 2011/12, 2012/13, 2013/14, 2018/19

BDCL Division 6 winners

2004/05, 2011/12

BDCL Division 9 winners

1993/94

Minor Division winners

2019/20 (A), 2021/22 (A), 2023/24 (B)

BDCL Summer League 5800 max rapid play winners

2023

Frank H Terrill Memorial Trophy

1984/85 (D5)

Gerald Homer Memorial Trophy

2000/01 (D3)

Dudley M Townsend Memorial Trophy

1993/94 (D9)

Jim Barrington Memorial Trophy

2013/14 (D4A), 2023/24 (D5A)

LDCL – Leamington and District Chess League

Division 1 winners

2015/16 (A)

Division 2 winners

2002/03 (B), 2013/14 (A), 2015/16 (B)

Division 3 winners

2004/5 (C), 2009/10 (B), 2010/11 (C), 2011/12 (C), 2013/14 (C), 2019/20 (C)

Division 4 winners

2004/05 (D), 2013/14 (D), 2017/18 (E), 2024/25 (C)

Open cup winners

2003/04

U8750 (Formerly U700) cup winners

1996/97, 1999/2000, 2009/10, 2018/19

U1600 (Formerly U120) cup winners

2010/11, 2021/22

National Club Championships

2017            Intermediate Plate

2018            Major trophy

Honours

News

 mikewarden
Annual LDCL Blitz Tournament 2025
28 Apr 25
As usual, Solihull Chess Club will be hosting the annual LDCL Blitz Tournament on Wed 7th May. Time limit 5 minutes each no increments. Entry fee £2 cash - to be paid out in prize money. Arrival by 7.10 pm for registration. Start time 7.30 pm. Will be Blitz rated. Trophy for open and intermediate sections

 mikewarden
Akshath Shivakumar's Major win
20 Jan 25
Huge congrats to Akshath for winning the Birmingham Rapidplay Major section outright yesterday, with an unbeaten 6/7 !

 mikewarden
BDCL Minor Division win
16 May 24
On Monday evening Solihull's minor B team won their playoff match against Lichfield B 2-1 to win the Birmingham League Minor Division Title, making it 3 wins in the last 4 years for this trophy.

 mikewarden
Jim Barrington trophy win
13 Apr 24
We are delighted to announce that our 5A team has won the BDCL Jim Barrington knockout trophy, with a win against Shirley & Wythall last Tue. Congratulations to captain Roland and his team (comprising mainly upcoming junior members).

 mikewarden
LDCL Lightning Tournament 2024
05 Apr 24
Solihull Chess Club will be hosting the annual LDCL Lightning Tournament on Wed 1st May.Always great fun!9 rounds of 5 minute games, £2 entry fee.7.30pm start, but please arrive by 7.10pm to register.

 mikewarden
Trevor Reece obituary
03 Apr 24
It is with deepest regret that I have to share this sad news with you. Trevor Reece has passed away in hospital suffering from pneumonia, heart and lung complications which regrettably he was unable to overcome. Trevor was a true gentleman with a good sense of humour. He was a valued member of our chess club for over the last 9 years - always willing to play and help out with the driving and will be sorely missed.  Julian Summerfield

 mikewarden
BDCL Div 3 Winners
16 Feb 24
Solihull are winners of BDCL's division 3, after beating Lichfield last night to secure promotion to division 2 next season. Well done to Matt Allen for captaining, to all players who help make this happen.

 mikewarden
Summer League 5800 max rapid play champs
27 Jul 23

Solihull Chess Club are BDCL Summer League 5800 max rapid play winners, having beaten Redditch last night in a closely fought match


 mikewarden
Solihull BDCL Champions 2022/23
11 May 23

Once more Solihull Chess Club are BDCL Division 1 champions - for the third time in four years!


 mikewarden
LDCL Lightning Tournament 2023
14 Apr 23
As usual, Solihull Chess Club will be hosting the annual LDCL Lightning Tournament on Wed 3rd May.Always great fun!9 rounds of 5 minute games, £2 entry fee.7.30pm start, but please arrive by 7.10pm to register.

 mikewarden
Solihull BDCL Champions 2021/22
05 Jan 23

It is with great pleasure that we can announce that Solihull Chess Club are BDCL Division 1 champions for 2021/22

We are also BDCL minor league champions, and LDCL U1600 cup winners!


 mikewarden    28 Apr 25
Annual LDCL Blitz Tournament 2025
As usual, Solihull Chess Club will be hosting the annual LDCL Blitz Tournament on Wed 7th May. Time limit 5 minutes each no increments. Entry fee £2 cash - to be paid out in prize money. Arrival by 7.10 pm for registration. Start time 7.30 pm. Will be Blitz rated. Trophy for open and intermediate sections

 mikewarden    20 Jan 25
Akshath Shivakumar's Major win
Huge congrats to Akshath for winning the Birmingham Rapidplay Major section outright yesterday, with an unbeaten 6/7 !

 mikewarden    16 May 24
BDCL Minor Division win
On Monday evening Solihull's minor B team won their playoff match against Lichfield B 2-1 to win the Birmingham League Minor Division Title, making it 3 wins in the last 4 years for this trophy.

 mikewarden    13 Apr 24
Jim Barrington trophy win
We are delighted to announce that our 5A team has won the BDCL Jim Barrington knockout trophy, with a win against Shirley & Wythall last Tue. Congratulations to captain Roland and his team (comprising mainly upcoming junior members).

 mikewarden    05 Apr 24
LDCL Lightning Tournament 2024
Solihull Chess Club will be hosting the annual LDCL Lightning Tournament on Wed 1st May.Always great fun!9 rounds of 5 minute games, £2 entry fee.7.30pm start, but please arrive by 7.10pm to register.

 mikewarden    03 Apr 24
Trevor Reece obituary
It is with deepest regret that I have to share this sad news with you. Trevor Reece has passed away in hospital suffering from pneumonia, heart and lung complications which regrettably he was unable to overcome. Trevor was a true gentleman with a good sense of humour. He was a valued member of our chess club for over the last 9 years - always willing to play and help out with the driving and will be sorely missed.  Julian Summerfield

 mikewarden    16 Feb 24
BDCL Div 3 Winners
Solihull are winners of BDCL's division 3, after beating Lichfield last night to secure promotion to division 2 next season. Well done to Matt Allen for captaining, to all players who help make this happen.

 mikewarden    27 Jul 23
Summer League 5800 max rapid play champs

Solihull Chess Club are BDCL Summer League 5800 max rapid play winners, having beaten Redditch last night in a closely fought match


 mikewarden    11 May 23
Solihull BDCL Champions 2022/23

Once more Solihull Chess Club are BDCL Division 1 champions - for the third time in four years!


 mikewarden    14 Apr 23
LDCL Lightning Tournament 2023
As usual, Solihull Chess Club will be hosting the annual LDCL Lightning Tournament on Wed 3rd May.Always great fun!9 rounds of 5 minute games, £2 entry fee.7.30pm start, but please arrive by 7.10pm to register.

 mikewarden    05 Jan 23
Solihull BDCL Champions 2021/22

It is with great pleasure that we can announce that Solihull Chess Club are BDCL Division 1 champions for 2021/22

We are also BDCL minor league champions, and LDCL U1600 cup winners!



 Find us

 Blossomfield Club, Widney Lane, Solihull, West Midlands, B91 3JY, United Kingdom

Parking is free at the Blossomfield Club.  Refreshments can be obtained from the Blossomfield Club bar.