Chess has always struck us as a deeply evocative game. A clear echo of the medieval battlefield. Strategy, sacrifice, control. For most, it’s the closest we’ll come to commanding a conflict. The Otterburn Chess Table takes its name from the Northumberland village, site of the 1388 battle. It’s a place steeped in military history, from ancient clashes to the training grounds that remain active today. That legacy, still tangible in our region, shaped the spirit of this piece. Otterburn is...