Chess in Edinburgh

Details last checked 3 October 2026. Opening hours and visitor policies change, so check the venue's own page before you go. For tournaments, see our Edinburgh guide.

Museum

National Museum of Scotland (Lewis chessmen)

The museum holds part of the Lewis chessmen. After a redisplay in October 2024, the museum says the pieces are shown at the entrance to the Kingdom of the Scots gallery, visible from Hawthornden Court.

Address:
Chambers Street, Edinburgh EH1 1JF
Visitors:
Check the museum's website for opening hours and any charges.

Official pageChecked 3 October 2026

Chess club

Edinburgh Chess Club

Casual games and special events, plus a chess book collection to browse.

Address:
1 Alva Street, West End, Edinburgh
Visitors:
Newcomers are welcome. First-time visitors should e-mail ahead so that someone can meet them, show them round and arrange games.
Hours:
Tuesdays, 19:30–22:30 (club night).
Cost:
Fees were not found.

Official pageChecked 3 October 2026