Welcome

Welcome to Solihull Chess Club

Established since 1949.

Solihull Chess Club currently has over fifty members who represent teams in the Birmingham and Leamington Leagues. We play in a wide range of league divisions which enables the club to cater to all playing strengths from beginner to expert.

The club welcomes chess players of all abilities, whether you wish to play competitive matches or enjoy playing social chess in a friendly atmosphere.


The club meets most Wednesdays from 7.00pm (juniors 5-15 years of age 6.00-7.00pm).


For further information please contact:

Secretary – Paul Silverman    07446 391 066

Juniors Secretary – Roland Robson    07805 517 044

Chairman – Julian Summerfield    07929 111 060


Picture Below:   Solihull Members celebrating a successful 2018/19 season.


Blossomfield Club, Widney Lane, Solihull

About us

Solihull Chess Club is one of the largest Chess Clubs in the Midlands.

The Club meet at 7.00pm every Wednesday evening at the Blossomfield Club, Widney Lane, Solihull, B91 3JY.

Members play socially and competitively.

The club we have teams in several divisions of the Birmingham and Leamington Chess Leagues.

All standards of ability are catered for and coaching can also be provided.

The Junior Club (5-15 years of age) from runs 6.00-7.00pm every Wednesday.


Our Constitution can be seen here.

Our Safeguarding Policy can be seen here.


Photos of our club...

2023 Lightning Tournament

2023 Trophy Presentation/Photoshoot

2022 Lightning Tournament

Archive photos


Contact us?

 Blossomfield Club, Widney Lane, Solihull West Midlands, B91 3JY

 Contact: Secretary: Paul Silverman

 Phone: 07446 391 066

 Email: info@solihull.chessclub.cloud

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Honours

BDCL – Birmingham and District Chess League

BDCL Division 1 winners

1979/80, 2018/19, 2021/22, 2022/23

BDCL Division 2 winners

1949/50, 2003/04, 2010/11, 2013/14

BDCL Division 3 winners

1948/49, 1988/89, 1990/91, 1993/94, 2001/02, 2011/12, 2014/15, 2023/24

BDCL Division 4 winners

1948/49, 1965/66, 1998/99, 2013/14

BDCL Division 5 winners

1970/71, 2011/12, 2012/13, 2013/14, 2018/19

BDCL Division 6 winners

2004/05, 2011/12

BDCL Division 9 winners

1993/94

Minor Division winners

2019/20 (A), 2021/22 (A), 2023/24 (B)

BDCL Summer League 5800 max rapid play winners

2023

Frank H Terrill Memorial Trophy

1984/85 (D5)

Gerald Homer Memorial Trophy

2000/01 (D3)

Dudley M Townsend Memorial Trophy

1993/94 (D9)

Jim Barrington Memorial Trophy

2013/14 (D4A), 2023/24 (D5A)

LDCL – Leamington and District Chess League

Division 1 winners

2015/16 (A)

Division 2 winners

2002/03 (B), 2013/14 (A), 2015/16 (B)

Division 3 winners

2004/5 (C), 2009/10 (B), 2010/11 (C), 2011/12 (C), 2013/14 (C), 2019/20 (C)

Division 4 winners

2004/05 (D), 2013/14 (D), 2017/18 (E)

Open cup winners

2003/04

U8750 (Formerly U700) cup winners

1996/97, 1999/2000, 2009/10, 2018/19

U1600 (Formerly U120) cup winners

2010/11, 2021/22

National Club Championships

2017            Intermediate Plate

2018            Major trophy

Honours

News

 mikewarden
BDCL Minor Division win
16 May 24
On Monday evening Solihull's minor B team won their playoff match against Lichfield B 2-1 to win the Birmingham League Minor Division Title, making it 3 wins in the last 4 years for this trophy.
 mikewarden
Jim Barrington trophy win
13 Apr 24
We are delighted to announce that our 5A team has won the BDCL Jim Barrington knockout trophy, with a win against Shirley & Wythall last Tue. Congratulations to captain Roland and his team (comprising mainly upcoming junior members).
 mikewarden
LDCL Lightning Tournament 2024
05 Apr 24
Solihull Chess Club will be hosting the annual LDCL Lightning Tournament on Wed 1st May.Always great fun!9 rounds of 5 minute games, £2 entry fee.7.30pm start, but please arrive by 7.10pm to register.
 mikewarden
Trevor Reece obituary
03 Apr 24
It is with deepest regret that I have to share this sad news with you. Trevor Reece has passed away in hospital suffering from pneumonia, heart and lung complications which regrettably he was unable to overcome. Trevor was a true gentleman with a good sense of humour. He was a valued member of our chess club for over the last 9 years - always willing to play and help out with the driving and will be sorely missed.  Julian Summerfield
 mikewarden
BDCL Div 3 Winners
16 Feb 24
Solihull are winners of BDCL's division 3, after beating Lichfield last night to secure promotion to division 2 next season. Well done to Matt Allen for captaining, to all players who help make this happen.
 mikewarden
Summer League 5800 max rapid play champs
27 Jul 23

Solihull Chess Club are BDCL Summer League 5800 max rapid play winners, having beaten Redditch last night in a closely fought match

 mikewarden
Solihull BDCL Champions 2022/23
11 May 23

Once more Solihull Chess Club are BDCL Division 1 champions - for the third time in four years!

 mikewarden
LDCL Lightning Tournament 2023
14 Apr 23

As usual, Solihull Chess Club will be hosting the annual LDCL Lightning Tournament on Wed 3rd May.

Always great fun!

9 rounds of 5 minute games, £2 entry fee.

7.30pm start, but please arrive by 7.10pm to register.

 mikewarden
Solihull BDCL Champions 2021/22
05 Jan 23

It is with great pleasure that we can announce that Solihull Chess Club are BDCL Division 1 champions for 2021/22

We are also BDCL minor league champions, and LDCL U1600 cup winners!

 mikewarden    16 May 24
BDCL Minor Division win
On Monday evening Solihull's minor B team won their playoff match against Lichfield B 2-1 to win the Birmingham League Minor Division Title, making it 3 wins in the last 4 years for this trophy.
 mikewarden    13 Apr 24
Jim Barrington trophy win
We are delighted to announce that our 5A team has won the BDCL Jim Barrington knockout trophy, with a win against Shirley & Wythall last Tue. Congratulations to captain Roland and his team (comprising mainly upcoming junior members).
 mikewarden    05 Apr 24
LDCL Lightning Tournament 2024
Solihull Chess Club will be hosting the annual LDCL Lightning Tournament on Wed 1st May.Always great fun!9 rounds of 5 minute games, £2 entry fee.7.30pm start, but please arrive by 7.10pm to register.
 mikewarden    03 Apr 24
Trevor Reece obituary
It is with deepest regret that I have to share this sad news with you. Trevor Reece has passed away in hospital suffering from pneumonia, heart and lung complications which regrettably he was unable to overcome. Trevor was a true gentleman with a good sense of humour. He was a valued member of our chess club for over the last 9 years - always willing to play and help out with the driving and will be sorely missed.  Julian Summerfield
 mikewarden    16 Feb 24
BDCL Div 3 Winners
Solihull are winners of BDCL's division 3, after beating Lichfield last night to secure promotion to division 2 next season. Well done to Matt Allen for captaining, to all players who help make this happen.
 mikewarden    27 Jul 23
Summer League 5800 max rapid play champs

Solihull Chess Club are BDCL Summer League 5800 max rapid play winners, having beaten Redditch last night in a closely fought match

 mikewarden    11 May 23
Solihull BDCL Champions 2022/23

Once more Solihull Chess Club are BDCL Division 1 champions - for the third time in four years!

 mikewarden    14 Apr 23
LDCL Lightning Tournament 2023

As usual, Solihull Chess Club will be hosting the annual LDCL Lightning Tournament on Wed 3rd May.

Always great fun!

9 rounds of 5 minute games, £2 entry fee.

7.30pm start, but please arrive by 7.10pm to register.

 mikewarden    05 Jan 23
Solihull BDCL Champions 2021/22

It is with great pleasure that we can announce that Solihull Chess Club are BDCL Division 1 champions for 2021/22

We are also BDCL minor league champions, and LDCL U1600 cup winners!


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 Blossomfield Club, Widney Lane, Solihull, West Midlands, B91 3JY, United Kingdom

Parking is free at the Blossomfield Club.  Refreshments can be obtained from the Blossomfield Club bar.


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