Come and enjoy some chill chess in this scenic outdoor venue!
Casual Chess
Are you a chess fanatic or want to learn how to play Chess. Either way, Casual Chess is open to all Freshers’, regardless of skill and experience levels! The event will be hosted by the Chess Society (ChessSoc), as they provide a fantastic, welcoming chess-playing environment where they will kindly be providing chess sets, as well as clocks for those who want a more competitive spin, so just turn up and play anytime during the event's duration. In addition to regular chess, there will also be chess variants such as Bughouse as well as Hand & Brain for those wanting a more adventurous style of Chess playing. The event will allow those involved to chill and relax whilst playing an interesting game, in a nice outdoor environment whilst making new friends in the process.
This event is open to ALL freshers and you do not need a ticket to attend! However, you will be required to check in upon arrival so please bring your student card with you.
Photos and Videos
Please note photos and videos may be taken at this event for use in future publicity. Please make yourself known to the photographer if you do not want to be included. Please do share your photos and videos with us on social media by tagging @thesubath
Accessibility Information - What can I expect from this event?
This event will take place on The Chancellors Green. The event will be calmer event so noise levels are estimated to be lower. This is due to expected lower capacities of Freshers’ attending as well as the nature of the activity being one in which has a calm and relaxing manner. Wheelchair access is easy due to the location being outside and easily accessible along the regular paths across the University Campus.
If forecasted weather is poor, there are plans to move the event elsewhere. If this can’t happen, the event may be postponed or cancelled. No prior experience is required.