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We are a thriving, friendly and successful chess club in North-West London.

Hendon offers a wide range of chess-playing opportunities, for players of all ages and levels. We are proud to have been part of London’s chess community for over 75 years!

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Sad news at Christmas time

23 December, 2025

Hendon Chess Club is extremely saddened to learn of the passing of GM Jonathan Hawkins, who played over thirty times for the Club between 2012 and 2020. During this time, he won the British Championship title, once jointly in 2014, and once outright in 2015.

Our condolences go to Jonathan’s family and friends at this desperately sad time.

We heard this news from the ECF Newsletter, where you can also find a link to an appeal for donations to support his family.

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Two wins to end the year!

13 December, 2025

Our last club night of 2025 took place on Thursday, with Hendon 2 and 4 both in Middlesex League action against their counterparts from Hammersmith.

I’m pleased to report that we won both matches, to finish the year in style!

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Hendon 2 win at Harrow!

15 November, 2025

Last Thursday, Hendon 2 scored a fine 4–2 win away against Harrow 1. Read on for a full report, including an interactive replay of Elliott Macneil’s excellent draw on top board against junior sensation WIM Bodhana Sivanandan!

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