About Us
About The Official Staunton Chess Company
Traditional craftsmanship, historic Staunton design, and a long-standing passion for fine chess sets.
♟️ Heritage
Rooted in the timeless Staunton tradition and focused on quality chess products built to last.
🪵 Craftsmanship
Carefully made chess sets, boards, and accessories using premium materials and skilled hand finishing.
🌍 Trusted Worldwide
Chosen by collectors, enthusiasts, and serious players across the UK and beyond.
Our Legacy
For decades, The Official Staunton Chess Company has focused on producing fine Staunton chess sets with an emphasis on authenticity, balance, and lasting quality. Our collections are shaped by the history of classic chess design and a genuine respect for the tradition of the game.
We believe a chess set should feel right in the hand, look refined on display, and offer lasting enjoyment for both play and collecting.
Craftsmanship & Quality
Every chess set we offer reflects careful workmanship and close attention to detail. From weighted and felted chessmen to well-proportioned boards and storage boxes, each product is selected or produced with practicality and presentation in mind.
We work with quality hardwoods and traditional finishing methods to create chess products with real character, natural beauty, and enduring appeal.
Why Customers Choose Us
More Than a Retailer
Chess is more than a product category to us. It is a cultural tradition, a competitive pursuit, and for many people, a lifelong passion. That is why we place such importance on selecting and presenting chess sets that feel meaningful, not generic.
Our range includes classic Staunton pieces, antique-inspired reproductions, quality chess boards, storage boxes, and accessories suited to both everyday players and discerning collectors.
Join Our Legacy
We invite you to explore a collection where history, craftsmanship, and practical quality come together. Whether you are buying for regular play, display, or collecting, we aim to offer chess products of genuine distinction.
Our Founder
The Official Staunton Chess Company was founded by Carmelo Miceli, a lifelong chess enthusiast with a deep interest in quality Staunton design and the heritage of the game.
Contact Us
English Chess Company
Rose Villa, Unit 3 Garners Lane
Shropshire, SY13 2NF
Tel: +44 (0)1948 880 060
Email: sales@officialstaunton.com
Thank you for visiting The Official Staunton Chess Company. We remain committed to quality, trust, and a genuine appreciation for the enduring appeal of chess.