Checkmate for Martlesham Wilds

Checkmate for Martlesham Wilds

Martlesham Wilds - Steve Aylward

International Chess Master, Dagne Ciuksyte has been inspired to organise two chess tournaments to raise funds for Martlesham Wilds.

Dagne is a chess player, coach and organizer of chess events. She is an International Chess Master who used to compete professionally, representing Lithuania and later England at the large official chess tournaments, Chess Olympiads and European Team and Individual Chess Championships.

Dagne said ‘Not long ago, my children and I wanted to purchase some land to grow a forest. So, when I came across 'Martlesham Wilds' we decided to help this amazing campaign instead. I feel sorry that wild animals are continually under threat from development. The vision of them having a home forever at Martlesham Wilds makes me happy!’

Dagne Ciuksyte

Dagne Ciuksyte

Dagne is organising two chess competitions later this year, with the funds raised being kindly donated towards new nature reserve, Martlesham Wilds

The two competitions are taking place on 17 June and 2 July at St Michael & All Angels Church, Martlesham Heath. To enter either the open category or under 18’s category please email the attached completed form by 16 June to chessdagne@gmail.com  

Application for the 10th Martlesham Heath Chess Tournament- 17 June 2023

Application for the 11th Martlesham Heath Chess Tournament - 2 July 2023