Exhibition · London, United Kingdom

ABA Chelsea Book Fair

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Next editionNovember 2026Expected — not announced yet
Last venueChelsea Old Town HallLondon, United Kingdom
RunningSince 2008Annual · 9 editions on record
Last checked12 Nov 2026Organiser website checked
Expected around November 2026 — not announced yet. ABA Chelsea Book Fair runs annual; the last edition in our records was in November 2016. We'll show the dates as soon as the organiser publishes them.

Key numbers

Editions on record
9first in 2008

About ABA Chelsea Book Fair

Whether you are an experienced collector or simply curious about old and rare books, the Chelsea Antiquarian Book Fair is not to be missed.

Held each autumn in the beautiful and historic Chelsea Old Town Hall, the Fair brings together more than 80 exhibitors specialising in antique books, first editions, maps, prints, and manuscripts from all over the world. Prices begin at just a few pounds and dealers are happy to guide you, making this an accessible and exciting venue for beginning collectors or those simply looking for an extra special Christmas gift.

From our listing of this edition. Details may have changed since.

Who visits

The public

As listed for 2012.

Editions

YearDatesWhereExhibitorsVisitors
20164–5 Nov 2016Chelsea Old Town Hall
London, United Kingdom
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20151–2 Nov 2015Chelsea Old Town Hall
London, United Kingdom
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20141–2 Nov 2014Chelsea Old Town Hall
London, United Kingdom
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20131–2 Nov 2013Chelsea Old Town Hall
London, United Kingdom
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20122–3 Nov 2012Chelsea Old Town Hall
London, United Kingdom
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20114–5 Nov 2011Chelsea Old Town Hall
London, United Kingdom
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20105–6 Nov 2010Earls Court
London, United Kingdom
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20096–7 Nov 2009Chelsea Old Town Hall
London, United Kingdom
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20087–8 Nov 2008Chelsea Old Town Hall
London, United Kingdom
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Past editions from the bvents archive (2008–2019) and organiser figures where they were published.

Questions

When is ABA Chelsea Book Fair?

The next edition is expected around November 2026, based on its annual cycle. The organiser hasn't announced the dates yet.

Where is it held?

The last edition we have was at Chelsea Old Town Hall, London, United Kingdom.

How often does it take place?

Annual, judging by the 9 editions on record since 2008.

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