27-12-2013, 11:49 PM
When I first saw the post I was thinking it was held in John O'Groats. Montrose is not exactly remote, I have to drive from Edinburgh back home to Aberdeen a fair bit, so only to Montrose is easily done in 2hrs.
Getting a good venue is important, it adds prestige to the event, and makes it feel special.
Given it is only once a year, it seems a good idea. As an ex-junior from Aberdeen, just consider what I (or more accurately my parents) used to have to do to play in events. 2.5-3hr drive plus hotels EVERY time. I will assume you have not really considered this. There is a huge chess hub in the North East, and even further up the country, and I am sure they will all appreciate this.
Getting a good venue is important, it adds prestige to the event, and makes it feel special.
Given it is only once a year, it seems a good idea. As an ex-junior from Aberdeen, just consider what I (or more accurately my parents) used to have to do to play in events. 2.5-3hr drive plus hotels EVERY time. I will assume you have not really considered this. There is a huge chess hub in the North East, and even further up the country, and I am sure they will all appreciate this.