Newtownards Chess Deposit Scheme | Belfast News

Newtownards is launching a bold new chess and draughts initiative to revive community play—starting with a simple ten-dollar deposit system for borrowing sets. Inspired by Councillor Stephen McIlveen’s lifelong love of the game, the plan aims to transform Conway Square into a hub for casual, spontaneous games, turning lunchtime tables into lively gathering spots. With council support and a rollout set for April next year, this low-cost, high-impact project seeks to reconnect residents through timeless strategy games—and breathe fresh energy into the heart of town. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7fdf228f568c484f