Photographs – John Upham
For an excellent suite of photos click here – courtesy of John Upham
December 2012
Hastings accommodation
If you are looking for accommodation during the Congress, we know of a studio with double room and kitchen, and also a double room for single occupancy at £35 incl. breakfast. For further information telephone 01424 425645. Further rooms at special chess rates at the […]
Hastings countdown begins!
Final preparations are underway for the Hastings International Chess Congress which opens on Friday 28th December 2012 and continues until 6th January 2013. Players signed up for the Masters Tournament already include 13 grandmasters and 22 countries are represented from as far afield as New […]
Dates – the 88th Hastings International Congress
THE 88TH HASTINGS INTERNATIONAL CHESS CONGRESS will take place at Horntye Park Sports Complex from 28th December 2012 to 6th January 2013 thanks to the continuing support of Hastings Borough Council. Despite severe budget cuts, Hastings Borough Council has generously agreed to sponsor the International […]
Sir Patrick Moore – sad loss of Hastings Chess friend
It was with sadness that we heard the news of the death of Patrick Moore yesterday. He attended Hastings Chess Congress on several occasions and at this time of year would receive our Congress programme and an invitation to visit. In the last few years […]