Board & Bean
Chesterfield's board game cafe, open from breakfast until late with a games library and a cover charge to play. Runs a weekly Wednesday social night plus RPG, Blood on the Clocktower and social deduction events.
3 regular events
Venue type · Derby and Derbyshire
Board game cafés and bars in Derby
Board game cafés and bars across Derby and Derbyshire: cafés with game libraries and pubs that host regular board game nights.
We list 1 board game cafés and bars across Derby and Derbyshire. Between them they run 3 regular sessions, most often on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Two of those are marked as beginner friendly. All of them have tables to play on site.
1 venue
Regular nights
The weekly line-up. Times and formats can change, so check with the venue before you travel.
Wednesday
18:30 to 22:00 Every Wednesday; for meeting people and learning games.
Thursday
18:30 to 22:00 Listed 12 Nov and 10 Dec 2026 (second Thursday of month).
LGBTQ+ Social (Rainbow Night)
Board & Bean, Chesterfield. LGBTQ+ board game social
Board games Entry: Free Beginner friendly
Sunday
18:30 to 22:00 Listed 25 Oct and 29 Nov 2026 (last Sunday of month).
Two Rooms and a Boom
Board & Bean, Chesterfield. Social deduction party game
Board games Entry: Free
Common questions
Which board game cafés and bars in Derby run the most game nights?
The venues with the most regular nights are Board & Bean in Chesterfield (3 nights). We list 1 venue in all across Derby and Derbyshire.
Which night of the week is busiest at board game cafés and bars in Derby?
Wednesdays and Thursdays have the most regular sessions. One session runs every week. The Derby calendar shows what's on from today.
Are there beginner-friendly nights at board game cafés and bars in Derby?
Yes. Two regular nights are marked as welcoming new players, including sessions at Board & Bean. Staff at most venues are happy to teach, so mention it when you arrive.
How much do game nights cost at board game cafés and bars in Derby?
Two regular nights are free to join. Fees change, so check with the venue before you go.
How much is a board game café in Derby?
Most cafés charge a table or cover fee on top of food and drink. For example: Board & Bean: Cover charge applies. Prices change, so check the café's own site before you book.