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Find the best chess venues in Bristol, United Kingdom. Browse 6 chess clubs, cafés, and parks where you can play over-the-board chess.

All 6 chess venues in Bristol, United Kingdom

List last updated: 2026-10-21

• Bristol Queer Chess @ Wiper & True Taproom — bar, Units 11-15 Easton Road, Old Market, Bristol BS5 0DL
• Chance & Counters Bristol — bar, 79-81 Gloucester Rd, Bishopston, Bristol BS7 8AS, UK · chess boards available, drinks
• Chance & Counters Bristol (Christmas Steps) — café, 20 Christmas Steps, Bristol BS1 5BS, UK · chess boards available, drinks
• The Beer Emporium — bar, 13 - 15 King St, Bristol BS1 4EF, UK · chess boards available, drinks
• The Love Inn — bar, 84 Stokes Croft, Bristol BS1 3QY · drinks
• The Steam Crane — bar, 4-6 North St, Southville, Bristol BS3 1HT, UK · chess boards available, drinks

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Questions about chess in Bristol

Where can I play chess in Bristol?

Checkmate IRL maps 6 places to play chess in Bristol: 1 café and 5 bars. They include Chance & Counters Bristol (Christmas Steps) and Bristol Queer Chess @ Wiper & True Taproom.

Is there a chess café or chess bar in Bristol?

Yes. 1 café and 5 bars in Bristol are listed as places to play chess, including Bristol Queer Chess @ Wiper & True Taproom, Chance & Counters Bristol and Chance & Counters Bristol (Christmas Steps).

Are there chess tournaments or events in Bristol?

Upcoming casual chess events in Bristol are listed on the Checkmate IRL events page. Chess events in Bristol

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