Travel / Folding Boards
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Premium Staunton & Wooden Chess Sets
Explore our curated range of premium chess sets, handcrafted from fine hardwoods for lasting quality and timeless design. Whether you need a traditional Staunton chess set for serious play or a beautifully made wooden set for home, this collection offers the finest options in the UK.
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.
With over 25 years’ experience, Official Staunton is the UK’s trusted source. Every set is backed by a 3-year warranty and fast UK shipping.
Whether you’re a serious player, collector, or looking for a timeless gift, our carefully curated selection of Staunton and wooden chess sets ensures exceptional craftsmanship, durability, and style. Each piece reflects the heritage of classic chess design while being built for modern play.
At Official Staunton, we continue the proud tradition of the original 1849 Staunton chess design created by John Jaques of London — a design that became the universal benchmark for chess worldwide. Each set in our collection represents a fusion of heritage and precision.
Our wooden chess sets are made from ethically sourced hardwoods including ebony, rosewood, acacia, and boxwood. Each piece is hand-turned, carved, weighted, and felted to ensure perfect balance and smooth handling.
We pair our pieces with European-made wooden chess boards crafted from walnut, maple, mahogany, and anegre. Precision inlay and a durable satin finish ensure long-lasting performance.
From entry-level wooden chess sets to luxury collector editions, our range caters to every type of player. Competitors value the regulation sizing and weighting, while collectors appreciate the authenticity of our Jaques reproduction chessmen.
Historical pieces in our collection, such as the Isle of Lewis Chess Sets, honour ancient craftsmanship. These sets recreate the iconic 12th-century figures discovered in Scotland.
With over 25 years of expertise, we serve players, schools, clubs, and collectors across the UK. Our commitment to authenticity ensures each chess set meets the highest standards.
Customers value our trusted reputation, dedicated service, and 3-year warranty. Official Staunton remains the recognised home of traditional Staunton chess sets — a name associated with precision and heritage.
Our chess pieces follow professional tournament proportions, offering balance, clarity, and long-term durability. For collectors, they represent a tangible link to chess history.
Sustainability matters: our hardwoods come from managed plantations or sustainable forests. Each chess set is made using traditional methods that minimise waste and maximise longevity.
Explore our selection of Staunton chess sets, chess boards, and handcrafted chess pieces, where every move begins with a masterpiece.
Our Travel and Folding Chess Boards are designed for players who want the freedom to take their game anywhere without compromising on quality. Compact, portable, and beautifully made, these boards offer a convenient solution for chess enthusiasts on the move — whether for casual play, study, or travel.
Each board is crafted with precision hinges that allow it to fold neatly in half, creating an integrated storage compartment for your chess pieces inside. When closed, it becomes a secure case, keeping your pieces organised and protected from damage. When opened, the board lies perfectly flat, ready for a smooth and stable playing surface.
Made from fine hardwoods such as walnut, sheesham, or mahogany, our folding boards feature inlaid squares and polished finishes that reflect traditional craftsmanship. The magnets or clips used to keep the board closed are discreet yet strong, ensuring that nothing moves around during transport.
Available in various sizes, from compact travel sets to larger tournament-style designs, these boards combine practicality with aesthetic appeal. They’re ideal for club players, students, or anyone who enjoys a game on the go — whether at home, in the park, or while travelling.
A Travel or Folding Chess Board from Official Staunton offers more than convenience; it embodies reliability and craftsmanship in a portable form. Thoughtfully designed and built to endure years of use, it ensures that wherever you go, the timeless game of chess is always close at hand.
