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Chess - Silver Jubilee Irish Open Chess Tournament

February 2010

To celebrate 25 years of the Braille Chess Association of Ireland advance notice has been received of this event.

It will take place at the Marine Hotel, Sutton Cross in Dublin from Friday 1st October to Monday 4th October 2010.

The tournament will be over 6 rounds and is open to all visually impaired players and their guides. The rate of play will be all moves in 1 hour and 45 minutes for each player. There will be two sections if sufficient numbers allow - a Major Section open to players of all strengths and a Minor Section confined to players rated below 1400 ELO.

The cost of accommodation for players and guides/partners for 3 half board is €180 per person in a shared room and €260 single. The cost for others is €262.50 and €360 respectively. Those wishing to extend their stay may do so at a cost per night €85 B&B for both Single & shared rooms, but only if bookings are made through the B.C.A.I.

All fees should be paid to the Treasurer, Ernie McElroy. Bank details can be provided to those wishing to pay by credit transfer.

The closing date for bookings and payment of fees is 15 August, 2010.

Further enquiries may be made to Eamon Casey at casbur@eircom.net

Historical Note:
The actual date when the Braille Chess Association of Ireland was founded was Thursday 30 May 1985, which will be almost 25years to the day of this years May Games.