The English Chess Company range of sets

Chess sets handcrafted from fine hardwoods, combining elegance and playability. Choose from classic Staunton tournament sets, luxury collector editions, or beautifully designed wooden sets for your home.

Established in 2003, Official Staunton has become one of the UK's leading specialists in Staunton chess sets, luxury chess boards, and finely crafted chess pieces. Every set is backed by our comprehensive 3-year warranty and fast UK delivery.

Whether you are a serious player, collector, or searching for a timeless gift, our carefully curated selection of Staunton and wooden chess sets offers exceptional craftsmanship, durability, and style. Each piece reflects the heritage of classic chess design while remaining practical for modern play.

At Official Staunton, we celebrate the enduring legacy of the original 1849 Staunton chess design created by John Jaques of London — a pattern that became the recognised standard for chess worldwide and remains the benchmark for organised play today.

Our wooden chess sets are crafted from premium hardwoods including ebony, rosewood, acacia, and boxwood. Each chess piece is carefully weighted, felted, and finished to provide excellent balance, durability, and handling.

We pair our pieces with European-made wooden chess boards crafted from walnut, maple, mahogany, and anegre. Precision inlay work and durable finishes ensure lasting quality and visual appeal.

From entry-level wooden chess sets to luxury collector editions, our range caters to players of every level. Tournament players appreciate the regulation sizing and balance, while collectors value the authenticity of our Jaques reproduction chessmen.

Historical designs such as our Isle of Lewis Chess Sets pay tribute to some of the most iconic chess pieces ever discovered, recreating their distinctive character and historical significance.

Customers throughout the UK trust Official Staunton for quality, service, and reliability. Our reputation has been built on supplying exceptional Staunton chess sets, luxury chess boards, and finely crafted chess pieces to players, schools, clubs, and collectors.

Our chess pieces follow traditional tournament proportions, providing excellent visibility, handling, and durability for years of enjoyment.

Sustainability matters. Many of our hardwoods are sourced from responsibly managed plantations and sustainable forests, helping preserve traditional craftsmanship while supporting long-term environmental stewardship.

Explore our collection of Staunton chess sets, chess boards, and handcrafted chess pieces, where every move begins with quality, heritage, and craftsmanship.