Welsh Chess Union Ratified · FIDE Rated
Newport Chess Congress 2027
Gwent County Chess Association
invites you to enter the Open, Major (U1900) and Minor (U1650) sections.
5 Round Swiss · all sections FIDE rated
Timetable
Rate of Play
Each player receives 90 mins plus 30 sec increment per move (from move one). Digital clocks will be used.
Prize Fund
| Open | Major | Minor | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st Prize | £500 | £250 | £250 |
| 2nd Prize | £300 | £125 | £125 |
| 3rd Prize | £150 | £75 | £75 |
| Rating Prize | £50 | £50 | £50 |
No player may win more than one prize. In the event of a tie, prize money will be shared (no tie breaks will be used).
The Robert Graham Taylor Memorial Trophy will be presented to the highest placed Welsh person in the Open.
Regulations & Information
Entry Deadline
Entries accepted up to 11.59pm on Tuesday 10th August 2027. Late entries are subject to availability and a £10 surcharge.
Entry Fees
Entries made before Friday 9 July 2027 are charged at Open £50, Major (U1900) £40 and Minor (U1650) £40. From Saturday 10 July 2027, the standard fees are Open £55, Major (U1900) £45 and Minor (U1650) £45. Juniors receive a £10 reduction in all sections.
Entry Requirement
All players must be a registered member of the WCU or other National Body. The online WCU registration form is valid for the 2027–2028 season.
Players from England
Players from England are asked to advise the ECF at gpa@englishchess.org.uk if they wish to be graded as playing in an out-of-England tournament. FIDE ratings will be submitted as normal.
Ratings
July 2027 FIDE ratings are used for entry, in order: FIDE, WCU, ECF or other National Body. If a player wishing to enter the Major or Minor does not have a rating, please consult the organiser before entering.
Late Arrival
Competitors will be allowed 30 minutes on their clocks in any round and then defaulted.
Appeals
For any dispute, the Arbiter’s decision is final.
Exclusions / Transfers
The organisers reserve the right to refuse or transfer entries.
Smoking / Vaping
Permitted only in designated areas outside the venue. See organiser.
Rating Prizes
Any change in Rating Prizes will be announced at the event.
Club Prize
A £50 Club Prize is awarded to the best-performing club or school across all sections. The prize is open to any club or school with three or more members entering the congress. Performance is calculated on the combined results of all members entered. Full details will be announced at the event.