The Kings Head Chess Club

The Kings Head Chess Club, London's most exciting and friendly pub-based chess club, is proud to welcome players of all strengths and nationalities. Whether you are a woodpusher or a Grandmaster, whether you plan to stay for a night or a season, The Kings Head Chess Club is the perfect place for you. The club is located at The Carpenters Arms on 12 Seymour Place in W1H 2DD, offering a convenient and central location for chess enthusiasts.

The main benefit of joining The Kings Head Chess Club is the opportunity to participate in league and tournament games. Home matches are played on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6. 45pm or 7. 00pm, upstairs at The Exmouth Arms pub on 1 Starcross Street, London NW1 2HR.

The pub is just a few minutes walk from Euston, Euston Square, and Warren Street tube stations, making it easily accessible for players and spectators.

The club boasts several teams in different league divisions, including divisions 1, 2, 4, and 5 of the London League and divisions 1, 2, and 3 (promoted from 4 last season) of the Middlesex League. In addition, The Kings Head Chess Club participates in the Hammersmith League with two teams, providing more games for weaker members. The club also enters teams in the BCF National Club knock-out competition, with teams in the Major (U175), Intermediate (U150), and Minor (U125) sections. The club even has a team in the second division of the 4 Nation Chess League and plays international friendly matches 4 or 5 times a year.

With its upstairs room dedicated to chess, The Kings Head Chess Club provides a quiet and peaceful environment for games. Annual subscriptions to the club are 45, providing regular match play, a club card for use at the Wargrave Arms, and access to the social side of the club. The Kings Head Chess Club prides itself on being one of the friendliest clubs in London. However, if you prefer a non-pub atmosphere, there are numerous other clubs in London to choose from.

To join The Kings Head Chess Club, simply send your details to khcc@khcc. Org. Uk. Annual subscriptions run from September, with a discounted rate available for those who join after December.

For more information and general inquiries, visit the club's website at www. Khcc. Org. Uk.

The Kings Head Chess Club also has a smaller gathering of members who meet on Saturday nights at the Star Tavern Belgrave Mews West at around 9. 00 pm. This provides an additional opportunity for players to come together and enjoy the game of chess in a relaxed setting.

The Kings Head Chess Club's website provides a wealth of information for chess enthusiasts, including match venues, fixtures, team results, player performance statistics, and articles on various chess topics. Daily chess puzzles and quizzes are also available to help players sharpen their tactical skills.

The Kings Head Chess Club is excited to create a vibrant and welcoming community for chess lovers in London. Join the club today and become a part of this extraordinary chess experience.