About This Event

Come head to **The Exchange Bar** on 50 Rutland St (LE1 1RD) for a relaxed chess meetup, you could know the ins and outs of the Sicilian Dragon or the King's Indian, or maybe you just know how the horsey moves. This isn’t a serious tournament. It’s all about: 1 . Meeting new people 2\. Playing a few casual games 3\. Having a drink and a laugh between moves No pressure, no clocks, no stress, just some good vibes, a few blunders where you didn't see you were staring directly down the barrel of the Queen, and maybe the occasional *“I definitely meant to do that”* moment. **Who’s it for?** * Total beginners * Rusty players getting back into it * Confident players who don’t mind going easy… or showing off a little The event is hosted by The Exchange Bar so please respect the bar and chess pieces and try to buy something while you're there. Come solo or bring a friend — either way, you’ll have someone to play. We’ll grab a table, set up some boards, and let the games unfold. Worst case? You lose a game. Best case? You win or at least impress someone across the board

Staying overnight?

Hotels within walking distance of The Exchange Bar.

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