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Held annually in the beautiful and historic Chelsea Old Town Hall, the Chelsea Rare Book 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

30 Oct 2026: 2pm - 7pm
31 Oct 2026: 11am - 5pm

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

Plan Your Visit

Exhibitor Highlights

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Horace Walpole, edited by Montague Summers

The Castle of Otranto and The Mysterious Mother

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BACON (Francis)

The Two Bookes of Sr Francis Bacon

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Workshops Of Three Lyon Masters

Book Of Hours, Illuminated Manuscript On Parchment

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.