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3rd Kent FIDE Congress at Tunbridge Wells

In July 2025, the 3rd Kent FIDE Congress took place at the Tunbridge Wells Bridge Club – the same venue where we hold our weekly club nights.

The congress was excellently run by Pyson Chess, and huge thanks to Satish and his team.

A special mention goes to Jerry Anstead, our long-time member, who helped make the venue available for the event in liaison with the organiser and the Bridge Club.

Photo Album

Club president Robert
Andrew, our webmaster
Our Jerry deep in thought
The beautiful Tunbridge Wells Bridge Club

All photos courtesy of Satish, Pyson Chess

You can view a full gallery of photos from the event here:
👉 View the Congress Photo Album on Google Photos

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For an excellent first-hand account of the Congress, including reflections on the atmosphere and some of the games, see this blog post:
👉 3rd Kent FIDE Congress – 64 Squares

It was great to see such a successful tournament being held in Tunbridge Wells, and we look forward to welcoming more chess events to our town in the future.

2024/25 Club Championship Results

Our 2024/25 Club Championship has now concluded, and we are delighted to announce that Robert Jacobs, our Club President, is the new Club Champion.

Robert scored an impressive 6½ points out of 7, securing first place in a hard-fought competition that ran from October 2024 to May 2025. Games were played monthly at a time control of 60 minutes plus a 5-second increment.

Congratulations to the Champion

As Jerry wrote in his congratulations:

“Congratulations to Robert Jacobs, our club president, on winning the championship with six and a half out of seven.

Robert kindly responded:

“Thank you, Jerry. It was a real shame that James had to drop out, handing me this opportunity, but it is nice to be Club Champion in Tunbridge Wells, having just turned 63, after winning at Sevenoaks when I was only 15! Thanks to all those who supported this event and a big thanks to Jerry, who has masterminded the event successfully, and to Steve who has stepped in when needed.”

Final Standings

  • 🥇 1st – Robert Jacobs – 6½
  • 🥈 2nd = – Hugh Tassell & Jerry Anstead – 5
  • 4th – Andrew Rimmer – 4½
  • 5th – Julian Teubler – 3½
  • 6th = – Tomas Alvarez, Jon Armory, Steve Bond, Gualtiero Chiaia, Tom Lawrie – 3

Thanks

A huge thank you goes to Jerry Anstead and Steve Bond for running the event so smoothly, ensuring games were organised and results recorded.

The Club Championship is always a highlight of our season, bringing together members of all strengths to enjoy competitive and friendly chess.

We look forward to another exciting tournament next year!