

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The First Move: Carrickfergus Community Chess Club IGM ♟️
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 03 Feb, 2026 at 06:30 pm
- **Event Description**: History is being made in Carrickfergus, and we want you to be a part of it!

After an incredible response online, we are officially holding our Inaugural General Meeting (IGM) to launch the Carrickfergus Community Chess Club. Whether you are a seasoned Grandmaster, a casual player, or a total beginner who doesn't know a Pawn from a Rook, this club is for you.

Join us for a short, informal meeting to set the foundations of our new community.

What to expect:

✅ The Vision: Hear about our plans for weekly club nights, tournaments, and social chess.

✅ Founder Member Certificates: Everyone who attends will receive a signed "Founding Member" certificate to mark their place in the club’s history!

✅ Get Involved: We’ll be looking for volunteers and ideas to make the club the best it can be.

✅ Chess &amp; Chat: Once the "official" bit is done, the boards will be out for some casual games and a chance to meet your future opponents. 

? When: Tuesday, 3rd February
⏰ Time: 6.30pm
? Where: Open Door Centre, Bridewell Drive Carrickfergus
?️ Cost: Free to attend!

Let’s bring the "Gymnasium of the Mind" to the heart of our town. 

Hit the "Going" button so we can get an idea of numbers for the certificates!

#CarrickfergusChess #CommunityChess #TheFirstMove #Carrickfergus
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- **Event Categories**: meetups, tournaments, sports
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 6

## Ticket Details

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## Event venue details

- **city**: Carrickfergus
- **state**: NI
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Open Door Centre, 32 Bridewell Drive, Carrickfergus
- **lat**: 54.72153
- **long**: -5.81348
- **full address**: Open Door Centre, 32 Bridewell Drive, Carrickfergus, United Kingdom

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Carrickfergus Community Chess Club (https://allevents.in/org/carrickfergus-community-chess-club/27392129)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Tue, 03 Feb, 2026 at 06:30 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Open Door Centre, 32 Bridewell Drive, Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Carrickfergus Community Chess Club
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** meetups, tournaments, sports
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about The First Move: Carrickfergus Community Chess Club IGM ♟️ ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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