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London Junior Chess Championships (Under 8)
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Competition details can change. Always confirm dates, eligibility and entry requirements on the official organiser's website.
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Competition overview
Key information
Eligible ages
Up to 8
School level
Junior chess players (U8)
Registration method
Qualification Required
Competition stages
Autumn qualifying events and finals
Fee
Typical qualifier fee GBP 25 (discounts may apply by club/ECF membership).
Online / in-person
In-person
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Dates
Competition timeline
Registration opens
Not yet announced by the organiser
Registration closes
Not yet announced by the organiser
Competition starts
12 Dec 2026
Competition ends
30 Dec 2026
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Editorial perspective
Our Take
LJCC pathway uses autumn qualifying congresses (example Hampton and Twickenham qualifiers in Oct-Nov 2025), with separate finals scheduling.