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Birmingham on the move

Chess is seeing s surge of interest in Birmingham and the surrounding region. Find out how you can get involved.

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Onjali Q Rauf visits CSC schools

The author of The Boy at the Back of the Class visited two schools in Whitechapel to talk about her latest book which is all about chess.

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A message from Ukraine

We recently received a lovely Merry Christmas message from a chess club CSC has been supporting in Ukraine.

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Free chess webinars

CSC is offering a programme of free chess webinars starting in November 2025, aimed at children aged 8-13.

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Our 3000th School!

CSC has reached a landmark - the 3000th school we’ve supported in the 16 years of the charity.

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Chess in Malawi

CSC recently supported a charity that works with street children in Malawi.

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Tutor Training Days

CSC’s trainers have had a busy week, delivering courses up and down the country for people who want to teach chess in schools.

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Westminster Schools Tournament

CSC organised a tournament for Westminster schools in the magnificent setting of the Lord Mayor’s Parlour in Westminster City Hall.

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Where Chess Meets Boxing

CSC’s chess meet-up at Old Spitalfields Market is moving indoors for the winter but remains as popular as ever.

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A Busman’s Holiday

CSC was delighted to be invited to take part in the 2025-26 City Chess Rapid League, taking on teams from various financial institutions.

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CSC Junior Grand Prix

The second event of the 2025 CSC Junior Grand Prix recently took place at Harrow High School.

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