Milton Keynes ECF/FIDE Chess Congress 2026 – local FIDE-rated opportunity
The Milton Keynes ECF/FIDE Chess Congress 2026 takes place on and at the Church of the Servant King, 33 Dulverton Drive, Milton Keynes MK4 1NA.
Why take part?
- FIDE and ECF rated – ideal if you’re building or chasing a FIDE rating
- On our doorstep – same city as the club, minimal travel
- Four sections – OPEN, U1900, U1600 and U1400 (ECF), so there’s a section for most strengths
- Five-round Swiss over the weekend, 60 minutes per player plus 30 seconds per move
- Prize fund £1,160; entry fee £40
- Disability friendly venue
Practical details
- Venue: Church of the Servant King, 33 Dulverton Drive, Milton Keynes MK4 1NA
- Online entry: Jotform entry form
- More information: Event details (Google Doc)
- Organiser: Tofan Sahoo – [email protected]
- Organiser’s events page: MK Bishops Chess – upcoming events
Full details and the official listing are on the English Chess Federation event page.
If you’re curious what a congress like this looks like in practice, you can also browse the 2025 congress results on chess-results.com.