Chess Club

Schedule

Wed Apr 08 2026 at 03:30 pm to 05:30 pm

UTC+01:00

Location

Benjamin Franklin House | London, EN

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About this Event

Join us for an afternoon of strategy in the very building where Benjamin Franklin once lived.

Wednesday 8th April, 2026.
3:30pm - 5:30pm
36 Craven Street, WC2N 5NF

🎟️ With limited spots, book your tickets quickly! 🎟️

“Life is a kind of Chess.” – Benjamin Franklin.
Franklin believed, chess teaches foresight, patience, and bold strategy.

🔗 Upon booking your ticket you will be sent a sign up form via email. This is to collect emergency contact information, permissions, and to better understand your chess abilities!

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Agenda

🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Historic Tour of House
🕑: 04:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Chess

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Benjamin Franklin House, 36 Craven Street, London, United Kingdom

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