Est. 1843 · Kidderminster · Worcestershire

Nearly two centuries around the board.

Founded at the Swan Hotel in 1843, with recorded games in the town since 1843, Kidderminster Chess Club is one of the oldest chess clubs in the United Kingdom. This is its story.

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The chapters between the 1970s and the 1990s are still thinly recorded. If you remember the club from those years, or names like Billinge, Bunn, Copeman or McFarlane, we would love to hear from you at j.wrench11@gmail.com.

In their memory

Memorial trophies

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Graham Bunn Trophy

For the highest number of points in club matches across the season.

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Jim Friar Trophy

For services to Worcestershire chess, presented annually by Teresa Friar.

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Clive Billinge Trophy

For contribution to Kidderminster Chess Club.

Club president John Wrench accepting the first Jim Friar Trophy
John Wrench accepting the first Jim Friar Trophy