Chess Night

2nd October 2025

Turner

Have you ever played chess in an art gallery? Try it at the Turner!

6pm - 9pm

The Turner are hosting a free to enter Rapid chess competition on the balcony as part of the public programme of The Sunken Boat: A glimpse into past histories, an exhibition by Anna Boghiguian.

The competition format will be a 5 round Swiss unrated event, with each player having 15 minutes for all their moves, starting at 6pm.

This tournament, run by International Arbiter Alan Atkinson, is for all levels, rated or unrated, with prizes for the top 3 players. There are 40 places so please book your ticket in advance.

Alongside the competition there will be open tables for visitors to play as well as a chance to have an evening view of the exhibitions on offer.

To register for the competition please select the 'Chess Competition' and fill in the relevant details. If you're coming to spectate, play on the open tables or to have a look at the exhibitions, please select the 'Chess Night' ticket.

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Tickets and Pricing

Free (donations welcome)

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Location

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Address

Chess Night Turner, Rendezvous, Margate
CT9 1HG

Contact

info@turnercontemporary.org 01843 233000

Links

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Accessible parking

Coaches welcome

Conference / Meeting facilities

Gift shop

Step-free access