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Hi, this is a flourishing group for anyone who wants to play chess, and make friends with other enthusiasts. Our meetings are very informal and welcome players of all ages and levels. Just turn up and ask someone for a game. We even get a discount on the coffee and buns! If you can bring a chess set, that's a help, but we do have them — and clocks if you want one.

Our main event is on Sunday from about 10am to 4pm at Mercato Metropolitano's MMy Elephant Park close to the Elephant and Castle. Most people play indoors, but there's space outside too when the weather is clement. We also run occasional events on weekday evenings.

Follow us on Instagram here. You can also join us on chess.com here for online tournaments.

If you wish to support the club please donate here to help us purchase more boards and pieces as the club continues to grow.

If you are also interested in getting more involved in the club please come and talk to Darryl, Harry or Jim, or contact us in the Organizers team. We are always looking for people to help us host events and promote the club online through Instagram or other sites, or by taking photographs or videos. If you have ideas for fundraising or sponsorship please let us know.

See you soon.

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