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Find chess venues in London: clubs, pubs, parks, and community spaces for over-the-board chess.

All 96 chess venues in London, UK

List last updated: 2026-10-24

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Questions about chess in London

Where can I play chess in London?

Checkmate IRL maps 96 places to play chess in London: 44 chess clubs, 6 cafés, 16 bars, 19 outdoor spots and 11 other venues. They include Athenaeum Chess Club, Draughts and Hammerton Brewery.

Is there a chess club in London?

Yes. 44 chess clubs in London are on the map, including Athenaeum Chess Club, Battersea Park Library and Beckenham & Bromley Chess Club.

Is there a chess café or chess bar in London?

Yes. 6 cafés and 16 bars in London are listed as places to play chess, including Hammerton Brewery, Hiver Taproom and Two More Years.

Where can I play chess outdoors in London?

19 outdoor spots are listed, including Russell Square Chess, Chess Tables at Cavell Street Gardens and Chess Tables at Penn Road Gardens. 5 of them have a giant chess board.

Are there chess tournaments or events in London?

9 venues in London host tournaments, including Petts Wood & Orpington Chess Club, Battersea Chess Club and Hammersmith Chess Club. Upcoming casual chess events in London are listed on the Checkmate IRL events page. Chess events in London

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