Social & Fun Backgammon at Gest, by Euston Square Exit, 20pc off

Date/Time: Sunday 11 January 2026, 3 – 8pm (and possibly later!)

20% off food and drink for our group

First-timers: please see notes below on the Meetup fee, bringing boards, etc. ☺️

Dear Backgammon Lovers,

We’re delighted to announce our next social backgammon afternoon at Gest Restaurant in Euston – which will actually be our fifth time there, as we return on Sunday 11 January 2026 to welcome in the New Year together.

Gest has become a favourite spot for our lively and friendly backgammon gatherings, offering more space and a relaxed atmosphere, while we continue to use the CSC on other dates when it’s available.

Our last meetups have had a fantastic buzz - often with over twenty players joining in the fun, and it’s always a joy to catch up with our regulars and welcome new faces alike.

Social Backgammon

Whether you’re a seasoned player or completely new, everyone’s welcome. Our Sunday afternoon offers a mix of friendly competition, laughter and the occasional lucky double six. Add food, drinks and easy conversation, and you’ve got the makings of a relaxed afternoon rolling dice into the evening.

20% off food and drink

Gest is kindly offering our group 20% off food and drink for this event. Please support the venue by ordering at least a drink and a bite to eat during the session, as that helps us maintain such generous deals.

About Our Backgammon Group

Our group started in June 2015 and has now run more than 400 official meetups plus over 200 informal gatherings. With nearly 2,000 members, we’re the largest backgammon group in the UK, known for our warmth, humour and friendliness at the board. We typically meet fortnightly on Sundays, with around twenty or so regulars plus new players each time.

Everyone is welcome, whatever your level.

Dinner, drinks and playing time

We usually sit down for a relaxed group meal around 6pm, but you’re free to order whenever it suits you. Many people arrive early, stay late, and dip in and out of games between food and drinks.

RSVP

Please RSVP as soon as you can, as it really helps with planning, especially at this popular venue.

Bring your own board

If you have a backgammon board, please bring it. If you don’t, just post a note on the Meetup page or message me and we’ll match you up. It’s always fun to see the variety of boards people bring along.

Meetup fee

£4 per person. This small contribution helps pay Meetup, cover tip, admin, hosting and other organisational costs that keep the group running smoothly.

Etiquette

Let’s keep things friendly and respectful over the board, and please thank the lovely Gest staff for hosting us. If anything crops up during the event, just have a quiet word with me.

Backgammon rules

We play under international backgammon tournament rules, with one or two minor exceptions. Full details are on our Meetup page.

Contact

If you need help finding the venue or have any questions, call or text me on 07956 263451.

Please avoid sending Meetup messages within two hours of start time, as they may not be seen in time.

Looking forward to rolling dice and sharing another brilliant Sunday with you all – and to celebrating the New Year at Gest for the fifth time.

Best wishes,

Chris Sattaur 🤗