Welcome
Connect, play, and grow with fellow enthusiasts at our club.
Welcome
Connect, play, and grow with fellow enthusiasts at our club.
About Ashton Community Chess Club
When do we meet ?
We meet every Wednesday (including school holidays) from
6:30pm - 9:00pm
Cost is £2.00 per session
Refreshments are available to purchase on the night.
Where do we meet ?
Broadoak & Smallshaw Community Centre
Broadoak Road
Ashton-under-Lyne
OL6 8RS
What do we do?
At Ashton Community Chess Club, we aim to promote the love of chess among players of all ages. We believe in fostering a friendly and inclusive environment for everyone to enjoy this classic game.
News and Events
News
17 December
Club Christmas Party
A good turnout for the the party with lots of chess played and sandwiches eaten.
Also, congratulations to Andeel for winning an award (chess clock) for "Most Willing Member" - he is first to volunteer to play in any league match!
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11 December
Well done to the 4th Team in beating Bury last night.
30 November
Well done to the 1st Team beating Urmston on Wed.
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Events
IM LECTURE
Thu 5 March 2026 - 7:30pm
A lecture by an IM - have a word with Dave if you would like to take part.
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EJCOA Qualifier
15 March 2026
Website and Entry details HERE
Matches and Tournaments
Future Matches
We will be entering Teams in the Manchester League this year.
WAHLTUCH CUP - 18 Mar 26 - Ashton 1 v Chorlton 2
DIVISION B - 21 Jan - 3C's 2 v Ashton 1
DIVISION C - 2 Feb Altrincham 1 v Ashton 2
DIVISION D - 12 Feb - 3C's 4 v Ashton 3
DIVISION E - 13 Jan - Chorlton 5 v Ashton 4
Chess Tournaments
The ECF website has a list of tournaments and congress events if you wish to test yourself over the board rather than online.