Welcome to Cork Chess Club

We are a vibrant and passionate community of chess enthusiasts in Cork, Ireland.

At Cork Chess Club, we believe in the power of chess to foster critical thinking, improve concentration, and enhance problem-solving skills. 

Our friendly and inclusive atmosphere ensures that players of all ages and skill levels feel welcome and supported.

Our junior club is currently meeting each week at 7pm, and our regular club meets from 8:15pm, until usually about 10:30 or 11pm.

Remembering Michael Bradley

We're devastated by the recent sudden passing of our Team Captain, and former Chairperson, Michael Bradley. Here is our tribute to him - Michael Bradley RIP 

Upcoming Events

• Friday 6th February - Club Closed 

  • due to The Mulcahy Memorial 2026 in UCC

• Friday 13th February 

  • 19:00 Coaching: Chess Fundamentals with Zsolt Kardkovacs

  • 20:00 Romantic Rapid - themed opening rapid event

• Friday 20th February - Club open

  • 19:00 Coaching: Chess Fundamentals with Zsolt Kardkovacs

  • 19:15 Minor League (U1350) Round 5

  • 20:15 Coaching: Intermediate/Advanced Lecture with Zsolt Kardkovacs

• Friday 27th February - Club open

  • 19:00 Coaching: Chess Fundamentals with Zsolt Kardkovacs

  • 20:15 Coaching: Intermediate/Advanced Lecture with Zsolt Kardkovacs

• Friday 6th March 

  • 19:00 Coaching: Chess Fundamentals with Zsolt Kardkovacs

  • 20:00 Special Guest Lecture = International Master and 2024 Irish Champion David Fitzsimons 

• Friday 13th March - Club open (details tbc)

• Friday 20th March -

  •  Club Championship Round 6