ChessFest

Ever since The Queen’s Gambit hit Netflix, chess has really been having a moment. Join the 25,000 woodpushers expected in Trafalgar Square for this high festival dedicated to the tactical boardgame. ChessFest 2025. Look out for chess coach and former Traitors contestant Anthony Mathurin who will be on hand to give out advice along with several contestants from the show, get the chance to play friendly games of chess, take part in free chess lessons with a professional tutor, take on one of England’s top Grandmasters in a simultaneous display, play on giant chess sets, watch ‘living chess’ and test yourself in the puzzles tent.