The Huddersfield Chess Club was founded in 1852 by John Watkinson.

For members wanting to play competitive games we have teams playing in the Yorkshire League on a Saturday and the Huddersfield & District League and Calderdale League during the week along with internal tournaments for the many trophies the Club possess.

Weekend congresses, 30 minute rapidplay and 5 minute blitz tournaments are also organised by our Club attracting players from around the country.

Headquarters

Venue - Lindley Liberal Club (website here)

Address - 36, Occupation Road, Lindley, Huddersfield. HD3 3EQ.

Club Night

Every Wednesday from 7:30pm.

Membership fees

Members need to join the Lindley Liberal Club for an annual fee of £10 and then there's an additional £10 membership fee to our club for members in full-time occupation. £5 for Juniors, OAP's and students.