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Hamilton Bowling Club, Strathmore Rd, Hamilton ML3 6AQ.
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7th-9th November 2025
Chess Scotland is delighted to announce the Annual Scottish Women's Championships & U1600s 2025 which will be held this year at the Hamilton Bowling Club from 7th to 9th November, 2025
Players of all federations are welcome to enter and eligible to win prizes; titles will only be awarded to eligible players.
This event is brought to you by the CS Women's and Girls' committee. Anyone who wishes to get involved in committee projects, please contact Alice Lampard
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If there is a tie for the Women's Champion the title will be awarded to one person based on a tie break.
TB 1: Head-to-Head Result
TB 2: Sonnenburg Berger
TB 3: Buchholz
This applies to the title of Scottish Women's Champion only. Any other titles and prizes as part of the event are shared should the number of points be the same. (Please note that only those who are SCO registered and current CS members can qualify for the title.)
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Prizegiving and closing ceremony immediately after round 5 has concluded.
Half point Byes are available in rounds 1 to 4 only. Please request when entering.
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Entry fee discounts are among the benefits available to Chess Scotland members. Please join or renew here.
For U1600, grading limit is from Chess Scotland Live grade. Anyone close to the 1600 threshold can apply to enter the open in case capacity isn't reached but the the organisers reserve the right to move players between the sections.
(W)GM, (W)IM - Free entry
(W)FM- 30% discount
Scottish Girls Champion - Free entry
Please contact the entry secretary by 1 November if you are titled and wish to take up one of the discounts.
CS Members Please claim the "CS member bonus discount" by selecting the "Yes" option in the entry form.
Refund Policy Players withdrawing prior to the opening day of the congress may do so with a refund, less a £10 administration fee.
Prize fund will depend on number of entries and the organisers reserve the right to modify the amounts depending on the number of entries.
| Last day to enter online | 2025-11-06 |
| Entries after 2025-11-07 | £10 late fee |
Scottish Women's Championship & U1600
Scottish Women's Championship & U1600
7th-9th November 2025
Chess Scotland is delighted to announce the Annual Scottish Women's Championships & U1600s 2025 which will be held this year at the Hamilton Bowling Club from 7th to 9th November, 2025
Players of all federations are welcome to enter and eligible to win prizes; titles will only be awarded to eligible players.
This event is brought to you by the CS Women's and Girls' committee. Anyone who wishes to get involved in committee projects, please contact Alice Lampard
Time Controls
Each player has 1 hour and 30 mins +30 sec increment from the start.*****
If there is a tie for the Women's Champion the title will be awarded to one person based on a tie break.
TB 1: Head-to-Head Result
TB 2: Sonnenburg Berger
TB 3: Buchholz
This applies to the title of Scottish Women's Champion only. Any other titles and prizes as part of the event are shared should the number of points be the same. (Please note that only those who are SCO registered and current CS members can qualify for the title.)
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Schedule for both events
| Date | Round | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Friday 7 November | Round 1 |
18:30 |
| Saturday 8 November | Round 2 |
10:00 |
| Saturday 8 November | Round 3 |
15:00 |
| Sunday 9 November | Round 4 |
10:00 |
| Sunday 9 November | Round 5 |
15:00 |
Prizegiving and closing ceremony immediately after round 5 has concluded.
Half point Byes are available in rounds 1 to 4 only. Please request when entering.
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Entry Fees
Entry fee discounts are among the benefits available to Chess Scotland members. Please join or renew here.
For U1600, grading limit is from Chess Scotland Live grade. Anyone close to the 1600 threshold can apply to enter the open in case capacity isn't reached but the the organisers reserve the right to move players between the sections.
(W)GM, (W)IM - Free entry
(W)FM- 30% discount
Scottish Girls Champion - Free entry
Please contact the entry secretary by 1 November if you are titled and wish to take up one of the discounts.
Championship\U1600 |
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|---|---|
| Entry Fee Adult Non-Members | £35.00 |
| Entry Fee Adult CS Members | £32.00 |
| Entry Fee Juniors/Seniors Non-Members | £33.00 |
| Entry Fee Juniors/Seniors CS Members | £30.00 |
CS Members Please claim the "CS member bonus discount" by selecting the "Yes" option in the entry form.
Refund Policy Players withdrawing prior to the opening day of the congress may do so with a refund, less a £10 administration fee.
| Prizes | Championship | U1600 |
|---|---|---|
| 1st. Prize | £300 | £200 |
| 2nd. Prize | £150 | £100 |
| 3rd. Prize | £75 | £50 |
| Grading Prizes | - | £50 |
| Junior Prizes | - | £50 |
FIDE Identification Number (FIN)
Both sections are FIDE rated event so all players must already have a FIDE ID (FIN = Fide Identification Number) or make an application to be FIDE registered in time for the event. Chess Scotland can register players who are eligible for a Scotland (SCO) listing – eligibility rules here. Search FIDE player database here.
Please read the notes on eligibility at the above link, complete the application form on the Chess Scotland website and send to the Chess Scotland Rating Officer.
Visiting players should apply for a FIDE ID from their home federation.