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Edinburgh Chess Club
Edinburgh
In Person
Established on the 4th November 1822 and now celebrating its bicentenary year it is not only the oldest chess club in Scotland and the UK but probably the second-oldest club in the world.
Chess games and demonstrations will be taking place during the day.
On display are chess sets, clocks, trophies and the historic library and archives as well as a number of collections of books and scorebooks.
Facilities
Key Information
No booking required though large groups are encouraged to make contact in advance - email: curator@edinburghchessclub.co.uk
Where to find us
Address
- 1 Alva Street
- Edinburgh
- EH2 4PH