2026 Congress Cancelled

Due to an administrative mishap, our usual venue is no longer available on the dates we'd been planning towards. The venue have apologised for their error and offered alternative dates, but due to congestion in the chess calendar, none of them can be made to work.

We've also explored the possibility of using other venues, and unfortunately no appropriate alternative venue is available.

We have, however, been offered a discount on a 2027 booking, so it may be that we can either reduce our entry fees or increase the prize pot next time around.

Thank you for your understanding.

See 2025 Results

About the Bury St Edmunds Chess Congress

An East Anglian Grand Prix event.

Five Round Swiss

A five round Swiss Tournament in four sections: Open, Major (u1900), Inter (u1700) and Minor (u1500)

The rate of play will be: All moves in 90 minutes plus a 15 second increment per move from move one.

Great Venue

The Moreton Hall Community Centre, home of the Bury St Edmunds Chess Club, is easily accessible from junction 44 or 45 of the A14.

Moreton Hall Community Centre, Symonds Road, Bury St Edmunds,
Suffolk, IP32 7EE

Car Parking

There is free parking at the venue, with additional spaces nearby.

You will need to display a permit in your vehicle. Entrants will be sent details of how to print their own permit or will be able to obtain one at the event.

Great Chess, Superb Playing Conditions and a Beautiful Town

In addition to enjoying the chess, we want you to have a good time away from the board too.

img

Top Chess Talent

We're very proud of our record of attracting some amazing chess players to the Bury St Edmunds Congress.

img

Amenities Nearby

The Moreton Hall pub, Tesco Express and a coffee shop are just yards away. Sainbury's is also within walking distance.

img

Beautiful Town

The town centre is within comfortable walking distance. If you take the right route you'll get there via the beautiful Abbey Gardens.