Welcome This week we've got Finchley film history, the Naked Lady, and some building news, 🎥Finchley: Where Film First Flickered Who knew that Finchley and Barnet have a rich cinematic history - first motion picture, creation of the first movie camera? Finchley is truly the local area that keeps on giving. Britain’s first motion picture Incident at Clovelly Cottage is considered the first British commercial film – only a few frames have survived. Shot by Birt Acres in 1895 outside his home at...
10 days ago • 7 min read
Welcome Hot on the heels of last week’s hidden green spots, we’ve explored the power of trees with local(ish) urban orchards and tiny forests. Plus - more about art in Barnet. 🌳 3 Urban Orchards + Tiny Forests Juicy fruits | Image Skylar Zilka Birmingham may have more miles of canal than Venice, but the borough of Barnet has the most tree cover in all of London. The borough of Barnet significantly contributes to the natural green space and canopy cover of Greater London. Barnet has an...
17 days ago • 7 min read
Welcome This week we explore some quiet spaces to wander in Finchley, and hear about Women Guild's force of nature. Plus some good news for wifi on the tube. And Sasha's basil. 🌿 5 Quiet Retreats We Love Finchley Way Open Space | Image from Friends Of Finchley Way Open Space Need to escape the busy High Road for a breath of fresh air? You might be surprised by just how many tranquil corners Finchley has tucked away - often hiding in plain sight. These 5 under-the-radar green spots are made...
24 days ago • 7 min read
Welcome This week we've got a full Kings Birthday Honours lowdown, plus insights on how Finchley got its name. Plus a cool new walk, and Barnet Climate Action Month. Plus happy birthday this week to longtime reader Marilyn K. 🌟King Recognises 15 Local Stars Antony Gormley with works from his “Beamers” series. Courtesy Sean Kelly Gallery Finchley proudly celebrates its local heroes recognised in the recent King’s Birthday Honours for their outstanding contributions to community. We’ve done...
about 1 month ago • 7 min read
Welcome It's a celebratory week at Finchley Now Towers - on Thursday we welcomed our 3,000th subscriber! Hello Antoaneta - and all our of our readers. We write this newsletter because we love community and we love Finchley. This week we've got wild swimming and a the UK's first (Finchleyite) female train driver. 🏊♀ Dip In: 4 Wild Swim Gems Take the plunge and cool down. Image Mateusz Dach It’s crazy hot. Fancy a cold plunge? Maybe time to consider wild swimming (if you haven’t already)....
about 1 month ago • 7 min read
Welcome This week we've got a great antidote to hot weather, and a little insight into the Finchley-connected founder of the Pearly Kings and Queens. Special thanks to readers Mark and Julia for the heads-up on great topics to explore. You can email us if you've got anything you think we should write about. 🏄♀6 Finchleyish Watersports Spots Great way to cool down Image: Jeremy Bishop Hot weather makes you think one thing – where can I get in the water? Whether you’re looking for sailing,...
about 1 month ago • 7 min read
Welcome This week the sun is out and the Kings Birthday Honours List is in. Here's a first-look at four phenomenal women plus a bonus take-no-prisoners suffragist Finchleyite. Congrats to all our local community-minded volunteers. And this is just the tip of the iceberg - wait till we've researched the rest of the list. 🏅Four Finchley Honours from the King From L to R: Paula Cowan, Cheryl Ferner-Reeves, Victoria Miller and Agnes Slocombe The King’s Birthday Honours are out – a right royal...
about 2 months ago • 7 min read
Welcome This week we've got great local breakfast spots, a Repair Cafe, comedian Johnny Ball and the Fair in the Square in Highgate. Plus our new mayor... and a great TV recommendation. Also, welcome to our dozens of new readers since last week - it's been busy. 🥐 Five Finchley Breakfast Spots Yummy breakfast: Image Eiliv Aceron The sun’s out – why not start your day right with these five Finchley gems, serving up tasty breakfasts from classic fry-ups to artisan pastries. 1: 93 Degrees 201...
about 2 months ago • 7 min read
Welcome The lowdown on Antiques Roadshow yesterday - Stephen's House & Gardens looking its absolute best. And welcome to our many new subscribers who signed up on the day. Also look out for the North Finchley resident who's run 45 London marathons. 🏛 Antiques Roadshow in Finchley Thousands of community-minded antiques lovers descend on Stephen's House Yesterday saw a Finchley first - the BBC's Antiques Roadshow was filmed at our very own Stephen's House & Gardens. And what a day – a fabulous...
2 months ago • 7 min read