SHOPPERS in a North-East town centre got the chance to play a giant game of chess yesterday.
Members of the public were invited to take part in a game on a huge board set up in Captain Cook Square, Middlesbrough.
Chess teacher Sean Marsh and Gerry Walsh, president of the National Chess Association, were on hand with advice for novices and to ensure fair play.
The event was organised by Middlesbrough Council in partnership with Cleveland Chess Association, to launch the Eighth Middlesbrough Weekend Chess Congress, on July 11, 12 and 13.
For an entry form, contact Christine Harforth on (01642) 729138.
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