Nottingham Council Removes Controversial Car Park Chess Table

Nottingham City Council has removed a controversial chess table from a car park in Sherwood following significant public backlash. Installed in December as part of an ‘E-Mobility Hub’ project, the table was criticized by residents for its impractical location and lack of consultation before its installation. Many locals expressed disbelief over the decision to place the chess table in a busy car park, with some suggesting a nearby park would have been a more suitable site. Complaints included the table being wobbly, improperly angled, and lacking chess pieces, which led to it being described as a 'waste of money.' Although some residents appreciated the concept, most agreed that the execution was flawed and that more community input was needed. The council has stated that the project was intended to be experimental and would be evaluated based on public feedback.