VI Milton Keynes FIDE Rapid Tournament 2026 will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2026, in Milton Keynes, England. This one-day rapid chess tournament gives players a full schedule of FIDE-rated and ECF-rated games.
The event uses a 6-round Swiss system with a rapid time control of 20 minutes per player plus 5 seconds increment per move. The tournament is planned to run from 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
The tournament offers a prize fund of £640 / approx. $858. It is suitable for experienced players, club players, juniors, and ambitious rapid players who want a compact rated event in Milton Keynes.
🗓️ Event Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| 📅 Date | Saturday, October 3, 2026 |
| 📍 Location | Milton Keynes, England |
| 🏛️ Venue | Church of the Servant King Church |
| ♟️ Format | 6-round Swiss system |
| ⭐ Rating | FIDE-rated and ECF-rated |
| 🏁 Sections | Open, Under 1900, Under 1600, Under 1400 |
| ⏱️ Time Control | 20 minutes + 5 seconds increment per move |
| 🔢 Rounds | 6 |
| 👥 Maximum Entries | Up to 110 players |
| 💰 Prize Fund | £640 / approx. $858 |
| 👤 Organizer | Tofan Sahoo |
| 🧑⚖️ Chief Arbiter | Rob Hammond |
| 🌐 Official Website | https://www.englishchess.org.uk/event/vi-milton-keynes-fide-rapid-tournament/ |
| 📝 Registration | https://form.jotform.com/250383319240350 |
⏱️ Time Control & Pairings
The tournament uses a 6-round Swiss system. Each player receives 20 minutes for the game, with a 5-second increment per move.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| System | Swiss system |
| Rounds | 6 |
| Time Control | 20 minutes + 5 seconds increment per move |
| Rating Calculation | FIDE and ECF |
| Chief Arbiter | Rob Hammond |
| Arbiter | Tofan Sahoo |
| Maximum Entries | Up to 110 players |
The event starts at 10:30 AM and is scheduled to finish by 5:00 PM. Players should arrive early enough to confirm their participation and be ready for Round 1.
The Open, Under 1900, and Under 1600 sections are FIDE-rated and ECF-rated. The Under 1400 section is listed for ECF rating.
🏆 Prize Fund
The total prize fund is £640 / approx. $858.
| Prize Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Prize Fund | £640 / approx. $858 |
| Prize Type | Cash prizes |
| Prize Rule | Cash prizes will be shared |
| Prize Limit | No player can win more than one cash prize |
Cash prizes will be shared. In addition, no player can win more than one cash prize.
The organizer may merge small sections or adjust section prizes if needed.
📂 Sections / Groups
The tournament includes several playing sections, giving players a more balanced rapid chess field.
| Section | Rating Status |
|---|---|
| Open | FIDE-rated and ECF-rated |
| Under 1900 | FIDE-rated and ECF-rated |
| Under 1600 | FIDE-rated and ECF-rated |
| Under 1400 | ECF-rated |
Players should choose the correct section when completing the online entry form. The organizer may adjust sections depending on the final number of entries.
All players need an ECF membership level suitable for the event. Players also need to provide their FIDE ID when entering.
📅 Schedule
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 10:30 AM | Round 1 |
| 11:30 AM | Round 2 |
| 12:30 PM | Round 3 |
| 1:30 PM | Round 4 |
| 2:30 PM | Round 5 |
| 3:30 PM | Round 6 |
| 5:00 PM | Scheduled finish |
The tournament runs as a one-day rapid event. Round 1 starts at 10:30 AM, followed by five additional rounds during the day.
Players who request a Round 1 bye through the entry form should follow the organizer’s instructions and arrive by the stated time.
📝 Registration
Players should register through the official online entry form. Payment confirms the entry.
| Registration Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Online Entry Form | https://form.jotform.com/250383319240350 |
| Entry Fee | £30 |
| Under 18 Entry Fee | £25 |
| ECF Requirement | ECF Gold level or applicable ECF additional fee |
| Required Information | Name, federation, phone number, email, FIDE ID, FIDE rapid rating, ECF code, ECF rapid rating, club, date of birth |
| Entries List | https://eu.jotform.com/table/250382823979065 |
Payment Details
| Payment Method | Information |
|---|---|
| Bank Transfer Account Name | Tofan Sahoo |
| Sort Code | 40-09-26 |
| Account Number | 31706578 |
| PayPal | paypal.me/miltonkeyneschess |
Players should complete the online entry form and follow the payment instructions. For both bank transfer and PayPal payments, players should make sure the organizer can match the payment with the entry.
👥 Organizer
| Organizer Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Organizer | Tofan Sahoo |
| miltonkeyneschess@gmail.com | |
| Phone | 07796321583 |
| Club Website | https://mkbishopschess.co.uk/upcoming-events/ |
Tofan Sahoo organizes the VI Milton Keynes FIDE Rapid Tournament 2026 as part of the Milton Keynes rapid chess tournament series.
The event gives players a structured one-day rapidplay format with FIDE and ECF rating opportunities. It also supports local chess activity in Milton Keynes and offers sections for different rating levels.
📍 Venue
Church of the Servant King Church – 33 Dulverton Drive, Furzton, Milton Keynes MK4 1NA, England.
The tournament takes place at the Church of the Servant King Church in Furzton, Milton Keynes.
Players should use the full venue address when planning their route to the playing hall.
🏨 Accommodation
Milton Keynes offers a wide range of accommodation, including hotels, serviced apartments, and guesthouses.
Players may look for accommodation near Furzton, Milton Keynes Central Station, or central Milton Keynes. These areas offer practical access to the venue, local transport, restaurants, and shops.
Early booking is recommended for players traveling from outside Milton Keynes.
🚆 How to Get There
| Travel Option | Information |
|---|---|
| By Train | Travel to Milton Keynes Central Station |
| From Station to Venue | Around 7 minutes by taxi |
| By Taxi | Skyline Taxi: 01908 222111 / 01908 555555 |
| By Car | Use postcode MK4 1NA |
| Parking | Free parking behind the building |
Players arriving by train can travel to Milton Keynes Central Station and continue to the venue by taxi.
Players arriving by car should use postcode MK4 1NA and park behind the building.
ℹ️ Other Information
| Item | Information |
|---|---|
| Venue Facilities | Multiple kitchens with microwaves |
| Waiting Areas | Plenty of space for waiting |
| Family Facilities | Nursery play area |
| Nearby Facilities | Tesco Extra within about 1 minute’s walk |
| Nearby Outdoor Area | Furzton Lake within about 5 minutes’ walk |
| Nearby Park | Park with children’s play area opposite the venue |
| Refreshments | A refreshment counter may be available at the venue |
The venue offers practical facilities for players and accompanying family members. Multiple kitchens, waiting areas, and a nursery play area make the tournament more comfortable during a full day of rapid chess.
Nearby facilities include Tesco Extra, Furzton Lake, and a park with a children’s play area.
Join the VI Milton Keynes FIDE Rapid Tournament 2026 in Milton Keynes and play a full day of FIDE-rated and ECF-rated rapid chess.
Additional Details
Prize Fund (approx.) - $858
Organizer
♟️ About the Organizer
Tofan Sahoo is a chess organizer and National Arbiter based in Milton Keynes, England. He is closely connected with MK Bishops Chess and the development of over-the-board chess in Milton Keynes through regular ECF-rated and FIDE-rated tournaments.
His organizer work focuses on practical tournament opportunities for local and visiting players. These events give players a clear route into rated chess, whether they are building a first ECF rating, trying to gain a FIDE rating, or looking for serious weekend competition in the South East of England.
Tofan Sahoo is also listed by FIDE under England with FIDE ID 343451888 and a licensed National Arbiter profile. This gives his organizer activity a useful technical base, because he is involved not only in event administration but also in the arbiter side of tournament chess.
🏆 Chess Events and Activities
Tofan Sahoo organizes and supports chess events in Milton Keynes through MK Bishops Chess. His events include rapidplay tournaments, weekend congresses, internal club events, and FIDE-rated competitions. The English Chess Federation lists him as organizer for Milton Keynes FIDE Rapid events and the Milton Keynes ECF/FIDE Chess Congress.
One of his main tournament projects is the Milton Keynes ECF/FIDE Chess Congress. The 2026 edition is listed as a two-day, five-round Swiss event with Open, U1900, U1600, and U1400 sections. It is both FIDE and ECF rated, which makes it suitable for players who want official rating opportunities in a compact weekend format.
He is also connected with the Milton Keynes FIDE Rapid tournament series. These events use several rating-based sections and a rapid time control, giving players an accessible one-day format. Therefore, Tofan Sahoo’s tournament activity supports both standardplay and rapid chess in Milton Keynes.
🌍 Player Experience and Community
Players who join events organized by Tofan Sahoo can expect a practical and accessible chess environment. The tournaments usually use clear sections, online entry forms, published schedules, and familiar local venues. This helps players plan their participation easily and choose a section that fits their playing strength.
The Milton Keynes events are especially useful for players in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire, London, and the wider South East. The Church of the Servant King venue gives players a regular tournament location, while the event formats offer opportunities for juniors, adult club players, improving competitors, and stronger players.
For players searching for chess tournaments in Milton Keynes, FIDE-rated chess in England, or regular ECF-rated events in the South East, Tofan Sahoo offers a reliable local organizer profile. His mix of rapidplay events, weekend congresses, club activity, and arbiter experience gives him a clear role in the growing Milton Keynes chess scene.
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