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The ABA Chelsea Rare Book Fair

Held annually in the beautiful and historic Chelsea Old Town Hall, the the Fair brings together exhibitors specialising in rare books, first editions, maps, prints, manuscripts and ephemera from all over the world.

There's something for every interest and our dealers are happy to guide you, making this a friendly and inspiring experience for all collectors – whether established or beginner – or those of you simply looking for a special gift.

The ABA Chelsea Rare Book Fair has something to offer every type of book lover.

#ChelseaBookFair

Get Your Tickets
31 Oct 2025: 2pm - 7pm
1 Nov 2025: 11am - 5pm

Chelsea Old Town Hall
King's Road London SW3 5EE

Plan Your Visit

Exhibitor Highlights

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Flinders, Matthew & Buckland-Wright, John (illus.)

Matthew Flinders’ Narrative of his Voyage in the...

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WEIL, Susan

Giacomo Joyce: James Joyce

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ST AUBYN, Edward

The Complete Set of Novels, each signed by...

Presented By

The ABA Chelsea Rare Book Fair is presented by the Antiquarian Booksellers’ Association (ABA) in collaboration with the International League of Antiquarian Booksellers (ILAB).

All booksellers at the Fair are committed to dealing at the very highest levels, and their expertise is second to none.