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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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Hendon 1 beat Hammersmith!

27 March, 2026

This week, Hendon 1 scored their first match win since November, with an emphatic 4½–1½ home victory against Hammersmith 1. Meanwhile, Hendon 4 lost 2–4 to Hammersmith 3.

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Hendon 2 close in on promotion!

20 March, 2026

Hendon 2 moved one crucial step closer to securing a promotion spot in Division 2 of the Middlesex League this week, achieving a superb victory over Harrow 1 by 4½–1½ at home, extending our winning streak to seven matches.

On the same night, Hendon 1 scored an excellent 3–3 home draw against a strong Kings Head 1 team, but Hendon Barnet Knights lost 4–2 away against Kings Head 3.

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Hendon 2 continue winning streak!

17 March, 2026

Last Thursday, Hendon 2 beat Willesden & Brent 4½–1½ at home, an identical scoreline to the away match against the same opponents two weeks earlier. Meanwhile, Hendon 4 narrowly lost to Ealing 2 by 2½–3½.

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