In the OPEN and Under 1800 section there is are guaranteed £100.00 first prize and £50.00 second prize.

Please note that we use FIDE rapidplay ratings and ECF rapid play ratings in all sections to determine seedings for pairings and for rating prize bands. 

We allocate rating prize bands based on the entries.

Cash prizes are always split between tied players (i.e. two players tied for first place would win £75.00 each).  No player may win more than one cash prize, but we will always award you the highest cash prize possible and distribute the balance to other players.

In the Under 1450 section there is a first prize of £60.00, 2nd prize is £30.00 and there is a rating prize of £30.00 The organiser's decision is final when it comes to allocating you to a section!

Please note that we do not have a traditional prizegiving ceremony.  We transfer prizes electronically - so if you win something I will need an account name, a bank account and sort code.  I can also pay your prize by PayPal.

Unrated players please see the menu for special rules.


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