From 19:15 Every Wednesday
Club night
Club night, league matches, friendly and competitive chess
Chess, bridge and classic games Beginner friendly
Club · Newcastle upon Tyne
Newcastle Chess Club
A welcoming club meeting on Wednesday evenings at The Punch Bowl Inn in Jesmond for league, friendly and competitive chess, open to all strengths. It also runs a Sunday junior club at Jesmond Library and a free Saturday drop-in at Newcastle City Library.
Game nights at Newcastle Chess Club
11:00 to 13:00 At Newcastle City Library, 33 New Bridge Street West, NE1 8AX
Library chess club
Free drop-in social chess
Chess, bridge and classic games Entry: Free Beginner friendly
14:30 to 16:30 At Jesmond Library, St George's Terrace, Jesmond NE2 2DL
Newcastle Junior Chess Club
Junior club, ages 4 to 18
Chess, bridge and classic games Beginner friendly
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Last checked 23 October 2026. Confirmed open 8 November 2026
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