Come along
Visit us on a Tuesday evening and meet the club before deciding whether to join.
Join
Join Darwinian Knights
New players are always welcome. Join us for friendly games, opportunities to improve and competitive chess in a relaxed and welcoming club.
Come along on a Tuesday evening or contact us before your first visit.
Membership information
Joining Darwinian Knights
Adult membership is made up of two parts: membership of the Unison Club and membership of Darwinian Knights. Junior members only pay the Darwinian Knights junior membership fee.
1
Unison Club
Adult Unison Club membership
Adult Darwinian Knights members must also be members of the Unison Club, which provides membership of the venue and access to its wider facilities and benefits. Junior members do not need Unison Club membership.
£30
per year
+
2
Darwinian Knights
Chess club membership
Adults pay the Darwinian Knights membership charge in addition to Unison Club membership. Juniors only pay the junior chess club fee.
Adult
£15
per year
Junior
£7
per year
For players under 18
Adult total
£45 per year
£30 Unison Club + £15 Darwinian Knights
Junior total
£7 per year
Darwinian Knights junior membership only
Membership fees are shown at their current rates. Contact the club before joining if you would like to confirm the latest charges.
More than chess
Unison Club membership benefits
Your Unison Club membership includes benefits across the wider venue, as well as the opportunity to take part in other social and sporting activities.
- 10% discount on drinks
- Access to a comfortable and spacious members’ lounge
- Eligibility to join other clubs based at the Unison Club
Getting started
How to join
Speak to a members
We can explain the club, answer any questions and introduce you to suitable players.
Complete your membership
Join the Unison Club and pay the applicable adult or junior chess club charge.
Club guidance
Rules of engagement and decorum
Full membership guidance and club expectations will be added to this page shortly.
Contact the club
Thinking of joining us?
Send us an email or come along on a Tuesday evening. Beginners, returning players and experienced competitors are all welcome.
Contact Dennis | chess29@live.co.uk