Chessgammon

Chessgammon, premium-quality chess and backgammon in the United Kingdom

Chessgammon presents itself as one of the UK's most recognised and established retailers of premium-quality backgammon sets, and it has one of the largest collections of chess sets available. The company began by selling restored vintage chess and backgammon boards, which gave it experience and a deep understanding of craftsmanship in the sector. Today, it applies that expertise to offer its customers some of the finest quality sets at competitive and affordable prices.

Backgammon catalogue

The backgammon catalogue includes several categories: decorative, leather, travel, wooden, Helena and Manopoulos brands, and luxury sets. Featured products include the 21-inch Coral Orange Leather Backgammon Set, the 20.5-inch Crown Handmade Leather and Solid Walnut Wood Backgammon Set, the 20-inch Monarch Walnut Solid Wood Handmade Backgammon Set and the 20-inch Orchard Carved Handmade Solid Walnut Wood Backgammon Set. The company also sells accessories such as chess boxes, chess clocks, backgammon pieces (acrylic, pearl and wooden), scoreboards, dice sets and cups, doubling cubes, dice in various sizes, dice bags, dice rolling trays and DND dice sets.

Chess and other games catalogue

In chess, the range covers decorative, travel, metal, wooden, veneered, solid wood, mother of pearl, luxury, tournament, Isle of Lewis and leather sets. It also offers chess boards in the same categories and chess pieces in wood, metal and Isle of Lewis. In addition, it sells other games such as rummy sets, Shut the Box, cribbage, dominoes and puzzles.

Personalisation and engraving

Chessgammon has introduced a personalisation service for its customers. Personalised solid brass plates are self-adhesive and deeply engraved. The company offers a variety of monotype font styles designed specifically for multi-line engraving. The plates have a strong adhesive backing that can be peeled off and stuck wherever the customer prefers on their set. The site stated that personalisation was free on all orders for a limited time.

Shipping, customer service and visiting the company

All products are dispatched within 24 hours from the company's warehouse in Leicester, United Kingdom. The customer service team is available by phone, live chat and email to help with any questions, whether choosing a product or getting expert advice. The company also welcomes customers who wish to visit in person before making a purchase, by appointment. The site offered a 30-day return period to view, try and test products, hassle-free and with a money-back guarantee. The company stated that shipping was free in the UK and that the team aimed to deliver within 72 hours. The site also mentioned a 10% discount when subscribing to The Players' Circle, applicable with a code at checkout.

Corporate and event sales

Chessgammon also serves the business sector with corporate gifting, wholesale and wedding favours services. These categories appear on its site as distinct business lines within its offering.

Location and contact

Phone: 0116 5020019 · Email: help@chessgammon.co.uk · Hours: Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr,Sa,Su 09:00-17:00