8th Brighton Summer Open – 19th to 23rd August 2026
The perfect warm-up before the World Team Championships in London
The 8th Brighton Summer Open will take place from Wednesday 19th to Sunday 23rd August 2026, immediately before the World Team Championships in London (starting 24th August).
With only two hours’ travel between Brighton and London, it’s the ideal chance to enjoy the wonderful seaside atmosphere of cosmopolitan Brighton before heading into the hustle and bustle of the capital. To make travel even easier, we plan to organise pre-bookable direct transfers between the two venues (see details below).
Tournament Schedule
Masters Basic Entry £100 (plus Registration £75*)
Intermediates Basic Entry £50 (plus Registration £60*)
Advance registration is encouraged but not mandatory; Please note that on-site registration will incur an additional £5 fee.
Note* For all players who attended the January Breezy Brighton event in 2025 there will be a £10 discount on Registration as a thank you for supporting us.
Why Brighton?
Brighton is one of the UK’s most attractive destinations for international players:
A vibrant seaside city just 30 minutes by train from Gatwick Airport.
Only two hours from London.
Home to hundreds of exceptional restaurants serving cuisine from around the world.
A wide range of accommodation to suit every budget.
It’s the perfect opportunity to bring family or friends — there’s plenty for them to enjoy while you play backgammon.
Transfers to London
We propose to offer direct coach transport from outside the hotel on
Sunday evening (23rd August) @8pm or
Monday morning (24th August) @8am
arriving at the Mercure Earls Court Hotel / Conference Centre.
Costs will be similar to a taxi + train + underground journey, but faster, more convenient, and far less hassle.
Transfer will be £35 per person (£40 if booked after 1st August).
Venue & Accommodation
For 2026 the event is moving to the Leonardo Waterfront hotel as the Old Ship will be undergoing refurbishments works.
The Leonardo Waterfront Hotel
Discount codes for accommodation: EVENT
We have some other discount deals with hotels nearby:
The Queens Hotel: BGAUG26