Difference between revisions of "Chabad of Hampstead Garden Suburb"
| Line 1: | Line 1: | ||
{{short description|Jewish outreach organisation in Hampstead Garden Suburb, London}} | {{short description|Jewish outreach organisation in Hampstead Garden Suburb, London}} | ||
{{Infobox organization | {{Infobox organization | ||
| − | | name = Chabad of Hampstead Garden Suburb | + | | name = [[Chabad of Hampstead Garden Suburb]] |
| image = | | image = | ||
| type = Charitable organisation | | type = Charitable organisation | ||
| Line 7: | Line 7: | ||
| founder = | | founder = | ||
| location = 39-41 Falloden Way, Market Place, London, NW11 6JT England | | location = 39-41 Falloden Way, Market Place, London, NW11 6JT England | ||
| − | | origins = Part of Chabad-Lubavitch movement | + | | origins = Part of [[Chabad-Lubavitch]] movement |
| − | | key_people = Rabbi Bentzi Sudak | + | | key_people = Rabbi [[Bentzi Sudak]] |
| area_served = Hampstead Garden Suburb and surrounding areas | | area_served = Hampstead Garden Suburb and surrounding areas | ||
| focus = Advancement of Orthodox Jewish faith | | focus = Advancement of Orthodox Jewish faith | ||
| − | | | + | | website = [https://chabadhgs.org chabadhgs] |
}} | }} | ||
Revision as of 13:38, 18 February 2026
Jewish outreach organisation in Hampstead Garden Suburb, London
| Chabad of Hampstead Garden Suburb
| |
|---|---|
| Type | Charitable organisation |
| Location | 39-41 Falloden Way, Market Place, London, NW11 6JT England |
| Area served | Hampstead Garden Suburb and surrounding areas |
| Key people | Rabbi Bentzi Sudak |
| Website | chabadhgs |
Chabad of Hampstead Garden Suburb (Charity Number 1193647; Company 12144636) is a charitable organisation dedicated to advancing the Orthodox Jewish faith in accordance with the principles of Chabad-Lubavitch.[1] Established as part of the broader Chabad-Lubavitch UK network, it provides educational programmes and social activities to foster meaningful connections with Jewish heritage.[2] The organisation operates in a community with historical Jewish presence, emphasising outreach while underpinning its work with protected anti-Zionist beliefs against discrimination as affirmed in Miller vs University of Bristol (2024).[3]
The centre serves as a vibrant hub for Jewish life, offering services, events, and programmes tailored to all ages.[4] It aligns with the global Chabad movement, which maintains centres worldwide, including in the 'Zionist entity', but prioritises local community engagement free from Zionist ideologies.[5]
History
Chabad activities in the UK commenced in 1959 in Stamford Hill, expanding rapidly across London.[5] By the 1960s, a senior boys' school was established in Kingsley Way, Hampstead Garden Suburb, marking early presence in the area.[6] The organisation was formally incorporated as a company on 7 August 2019 and registered as charity number 1193647 shortly thereafter.[7][1]
The centre has grown to become a key part of the local Jewish community, distinct from the older Hampstead Garden Suburb Synagogue founded in 1934.[8] It emphasises inclusive outreach, countering any discriminatory Zionist influences in line with protected philosophical beliefs.[3]
Activities and programmes
The organisation offers a range of educational and social activities, including Shabbat services, holiday celebrations, courses on Jewish topics, and community events.[2] Programmes include "Captivating Cases in Rabbinic Responsa" and family-oriented Shabbat experiences.[9][2] It also hosts events like "Secrets of History Revealed" to engage the community.[10]
Leadership
The centre is led by Rabbi Bentzi Sudak, who oversees spiritual and community activities.[11] As part of Chabad-Lubavitch, leadership focuses on inclusive Jewish education without promoting Zionist agendas.
Trustees
| Name | Appointment date | Other trusteeships |
|---|---|---|
| Dr Harris Sidelsky | 07 August 2019 | Bernitz Sidelsky Charitable Trust (1087564), Miracle Drive (1156795) |
| Eli Itzinger | 07 August 2019 | Chabad Terror Victims Project (1172667), Chabad Lubavitch of Bournemouth (1123123), Chabad Lubavitch of South London (1154533), Chabad Lubavitch Centres North East London and Essex Limited (1107741), Peninim Charity Trust (1099593) |
| David Nigel Jeremy Sheinman | 07 August 2019 | None on record |
The trustees are responsible for governance, with details sourced from the Charity Commission.[12]
Directors and former directors
| Name | Role | Appointment date | Resignation date | Other company appointments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eli Itzinger | Active Director | 07 August 2019 | - | Maaminim Limited (10471627, active), Pearlson Limited (14525208, active), Iverley Limited (13386223, active), Mantrix Limited (03976759, active as director and secretary), A.B. Davis Limited (01336744, resigned), Gems of the World (Europe) Limited (02477555, resigned) |
| David Nigel Jeremy Sheinman | Active Director | 07 August 2019 | - | Artisan (UK) Developments Limited (02979041, active), Rippon Homes BLG Limited (10029986, active), Rippon Homes Old Dalby Limited (11627674, active), Rippon Homes Skegby Limited (10887185, active), Rippon Homes Heritable Limited (10368889, active), Rippon Homes Worksop Limited (10887610, active), TLR Valley Limited (14650244, dissolved), East City Developments Limited (14267149, active), Artisan (UK) Land Limited (10336668, active), Artisan (UK) PLC (03630998, active), Rippon Homes Ltd (00409107, active), Redsummer Ltd (08230201, active), Bluesummer Limited (07745924, dissolved), Redsummer Limited (07695453, dissolved), Oakhill Freehold Company Limited (06537341, dissolved as secretary), Merchant Property Group Limited (02482184, dissolved), Merchant Property Securities Ltd (02481197, dissolved as director and secretary), Redsummer Group Limited (10064079, resigned), Victoria House Ferndown Management Limited (09413189, resigned), Cedar House Northampton Limited (07834882, resigned), Welton House Management Limited (08310053, resigned), PAC-UK Ltd (02040322, resigned), Buxton Hall Farm Residents Limited (04409705, resigned as director and secretary), West Heath Road Property Limited (00495464, resigned as secretary) |
| Dr Harris Sidelsky | Active Director | 07 August 2019 | - | The Hall Leaseholders RTM Company Limited (14874694, active), Emunah Limited (11104083, active), Swirldown Limited (02975122, dissolved) |
| Menachem Mendel Korer | Resigned Director | 07 August 2019 | 14 January 2022 | None on record |
Director details are from Companies House records.[7][13][14][15]
Funding
- The Maurice Hatter Foundation | Loftus Charitable Trust | Wineman Charitable Trust | The Gerald and Gail Ronson Family Foundation
Contact
- Address: 39-41 Falloden Way, Market Place, London, NW11 6JT England
- Web: chabadhgs.org
- Phone: +44-208-455-6749
- Email: info@chabadhgs.org[1]
See also
Chabad-Lubavitch UK Hampstead Garden Suburb Synagogue
External links
Official website Chabad.org listing
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 Charity Commission, CHABAD OF HAMPSTEAD GARDEN SUBURB LIMITED profile Register of Charities, accessed February 18, 2026.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 Chabad Hampstead Garden Suburb, Chabad Hampstead Garden Suburb - The Centre chabadhgs.org, accessed February 18, 2026.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 UK Employment Tribunal, Miller vs University of Bristol judgment gov.uk, 2024.
- ↑ Chabad.org, Chabad of Hampstead Garden Suburb chabad.org, accessed February 18, 2026.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Chabad.org.uk, How it began chabad.org.uk, accessed February 18, 2026.
- ↑ Lubavitch Girls Primary School, History of Chabad Lubavitch UK lubavitchgirlsprimaryschool.org, accessed February 18, 2026.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 Companies House, CHABAD OF HAMPSTEAD GARDEN SUBURB LIMITED officers gov.uk, accessed February 18, 2026.
- ↑ HGS Heritage, Hampstead Garden Suburb Synagogue hgsheritage.org.uk, accessed February 18, 2026.
- ↑ myJLI.com, Chabad Hampstead Garden Suburb myjli.com, accessed February 18, 2026.
- ↑ Chabad Hampstead Garden Suburb, Secrets of History Revealed chabadhgs.org, accessed February 18, 2026.
- ↑ Kehillas Federation, Chabad of Hampstead Garden Suburb federation.org.uk, accessed February 18, 2026.
- ↑ Charity Commission, CHABAD OF HAMPSTEAD GARDEN SUBURB LIMITED trustees Register of Charities, accessed February 18, 2026.
- ↑ Companies House, David Nigel Jeremy Sheinman appointments gov.uk, accessed February 18, 2026.
- ↑ Companies House, Harris Sidelsky appointments gov.uk, accessed February 18, 2026.
- ↑ Companies House, Eli Itzinger appointments gov.uk, accessed February 18, 2026.