Jaques of London Folding Wooden Chess Set, 11-inch

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Product guide

Jaques of London Folding Wooden Chess Set, 11-inch

Jaques of London’s folding wooden chess set is an 11-inch, two-player set with a board that stores the pieces inside. Its compact fold-away format is intended for home play and travel, while customer feedback reports mixed expectations about piece size.

At a glance

The folding board doubles as a storage case, with elastic straps to hold the pieces in place, according to the listing.
The listing describes 32 hand-carved Staunton pieces and an inlaid walnut and sycamore board.
The set is promoted for travel and folds to a compact case, though piece size receives mixed customer feedback.

Price

£24.54Save 26%

Reference price: ~~£32.99~~

Price checked: 14 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

Folding case keeps the chessmen stored with the board, useful for putting the set away or taking it along.
A complete 32-piece Staunton set is specified for standard two-player chess.

Technical specifications

13 specifications

Identity
Brand	Jaques of London
Model	51152_SML
Players	2
Theme	Traditional

Dimensions and construction
Dimensions listed	30 x 30 x 0.3 centimetres
Weight listed	1.54 Pounds
Material listed	Wood
Board and piece design	Staunton chessmen with a walnut and sycamore inlaid chess board

Use and contents
Operation	manual
Usage	Indoor
Batteries	No batteries required
Assembly required	No
Rulebook	Printed Included

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

Listing details differ on size: the title and feature text call this an 11-inch set, another feature gives folded dimensions of 30cm x 29.5cm x 2.5cm, and the technical details list 30 x 30 x 0.3 centimetres. The exact folded size and board thickness are therefore inconsistent. Customer feedback also describes varied expectations of piece size, so check dimensions if scale matters.

What’s in the box

Chess set, including folding board and piecesCheck selected pack
Printed rulebookCheck selected pack
Signature gift box with ribbonCheck selected pack

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Who is it for?

A good fit for

Players wanting a folding wooden set with pieces stored inside the board.
Families looking for a two-player chess set described for adults and children.
Buyers considering a chess gift or a set to carry on trips.

Less suited to

Buyers who need a confirmed board or piece size before purchase, as listing dimensions are inconsistent and feedback on piece size is mixed.

Jaques of London Folding Wooden Chess Set, 11-inch · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.6 / 5 · 2,529 ratings

5 stars77%77%
4 stars15%15%
3 stars5%5%
2 stars2%2%
1 star1%1%

Customer feedback highlights reported build quality, finish, gift appeal and travel-friendly design. The piece size draws mixed reactions, with some finding it well-sized and others saying it is smaller than expected. For buyers planning to carry the set, the folding storage design is relevant, but those particular opinions do not settle the inconsistent listed dimensions or guarantee a preferred playing scale.

Positive themes

Customers report that the set feels well-crafted and has an appealing finish.
Customers mention family enjoyment, gift appeal and usefulness for travel.

Mixed feedback

Feedback on piece size is mixed, with some customers finding it good-sized and others saying it is smaller than expected.

Frequently asked questions

Does the board store the chess pieces?

The listing says the folding board doubles as a storage case, with elastic straps to hold the pieces inside.

How many pieces are listed?

The feature text specifies 32 hand-carved Staunton chessmen.

Is this set suitable for travel?

It is described as a folding travel set with pieces secured inside. However, the stated dimensions conflict, so confirm the size if portability is a priority.

What do customers say about the piece size?

Customer feedback is mixed: some find the pieces well-sized, while others say they are smaller than expected.