Two committee roles open
The club needs a Safeguarding Officer and a Membership Secretary from December 2026, when the current club officer steps down from both due to family…
Watford, Hertfordshire · Established 1890
Welcome to Watford Chess Club
Chess for juniors and adults, every Monday night in Watford. A competitive club with a friendly atmosphere, playing in Watford and first established in 1890. Coaching, league chess and social play for members who already know their way around a board.
Visits by prior arrangement only.
Club night at a glance
- When
- Mondays, term-time & holidays — juniors 6:15–7:30pm, adults 7:30–10:00pm
- Where
- Field Junior School Annexe, Elfrida Road, Watford, WD18 0AZ
- Visiting
- By prior arrangement — send us an enquiry and we'll find an evening when someone is free to meet you
Welcome to Watford Chess Club
A club built around coaching, competition and community
Centre of Excellence
The club is assessed as a 'Centre of Excellence' on the English Chess Federation's junior development pathway. Watford teams compete in national and local leagues, other over-the-board events, as well as online tournaments.
Competitive leagues
Adult and junior teams compete in the 4 Nations Chess League (4NCL, J4NCL & O4NCL), the Hertfordshire League and the Hillingdon League, with several trophies won over the seasons.
Joining the club
Visits are arranged in advance so we can give you a proper welcome, and membership is confirmed by the committee. Junior places are limited by coaching capacity. See how joining works →
This week
Upcoming fixtures
A snapshot of what's on — see the full fixtures list for every league match this season.
| When | Time | What's on | Where |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mondays | 6:15pm–9:30pm |
Club night
Juniors 6.15 to 7.30pm; Adults from 7.30pm. Visits by prior arrangement. |
Field Junior School Annexe, Watford |
Club night runs every Monday during term time. 4NCL and J4NCL weekend dates appear above once the league confirms them.
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Thinking of joining?
Visits are arranged in advance and on an evening when someone is free to meet you properly. Your first visit is free. Play some games, meet people, and ask whatever you want to ask.