Welcome This week we've got some hyper-local sunset watching locations, insights into the history of Hampstead Garden Suburb - and where to get pizza for 33p. Let's party like it's 1965. 🌅Finchley-Friendly Sunsets Image source: Rob Riddle Flickr London is apparently the sixth most photogenic sunset spot, according to Titan Travel. And with spring finally sprung around these parts, it’s a great time of year for Finchleyites to look up at the sky in wonder and enjoy the beauty. Primrose Hill...
11 days ago • 7 min read
Welcome This week we've got three beautiful spots to stretch your legs, and the vintage buses you can catch a ride on this month. 🥾☕ 3 North London Walking Trails Regent Canal | Image source Canal & River Trust Explore North London on foot with these three self-guided walks, each packed with history, green spaces, and hidden gems - perfect for a weekend stroll or a scenic jog. 1: Hampstead Circular Walk NW3 This six-mile Hampstead Heath walk is a stunner, with unbeatable panoramic views from...
18 days ago • 7 min read
Welcome The sun is (briefly) out and this week we've got some great local garden centres, the monthly opening of Barnet Physic Well and news that Barnet is the most family-friendly borough. 👩🌾 6 Must-visit Finchley(ish) Nurseries Image: Annie Spratt The sun has got its hat on today and that’s totally got us all thinking window boxes, spring flowers and a bit of gardening. Check out our list of six local garden centres, many with cute cafés for you to enjoy the sun. Finchley Nurseries NW7 A...
25 days ago • 7 min read
Welcome This week we've got the unexpected space phenomenon that hit Finchley, and 3 local cinemas to keep us entertained. 🎬 3 Of Finchley's Cinematic Gems The Phoenix In our community, 3 local cinemas provide unique experiences for every movie lover. Finchley's cinemas offer a mix of historic screens and modern comforts. 1: Vue North Finchley - A Modern Marvel at Risk Great North Leisure Park, N12 0GL Tickets £6-£10 Vue North Finchley offers a modern cinema experience. It has 8 screens and...
about 1 month ago • 7 min read
Welcome This week we're in foodie heaven: we've got a smorgasbord of carb-loaded breakfasty goodness for you and a cool place to eat sourdough pizza with cars. Plus a Finchleyite who might have you humming the Butterflies theme tune (if you're that age). Don't forget the Finchley Church End by-election Thursday 6th March. ☕🍳12 Fantastic Finchley Fry-ups I'll have the veggie version, please Who doesn’t love a proper fry-up? Whether you’re all about the full English or keeping it veggie or...
about 1 month ago • 7 min read
Welcome This week we've got our favourite TV show coming right to our doorstep. And Finchley's newest coffee shop. 🏛Antiques Roadshow Comes to Finchley Fiona Bruce showing us how it's done | Image source BBC Antiques Roadshow This summer Finchley is set to step into the spotlight as the beloved BBC Antiques Roadshow arrives at the historic Stephens House & Gardens on Sunday, 1st June. Whether you're a lifelong collector or simply curious about the dusty heirloom on your mantelpiece, this is...
about 2 months ago • 7 min read
Welcome We're pubtastic this week. We've got a handful of north London walks that end in a cozy pub, and news of the iconic Ye Olde Swiss Cottage pub. 🍻 4 North London Pub Walks Enjoy a drink at Hampstead's The Holly Bush at the end of your walk Winter's chill shouldn't deter you from exploring London's scenic routes, especially when each journey concludes at a welcoming pub. Here are four delightful winter walks, each ending with a cozy spot to warm up. 1. Highgate Cemetery to The Flask...
about 2 months ago • 7 min read
Welcome This week we've got 5 Independent East Finchley's businesses for us all to support, and the local restaurants shortlisted for the British Kebab Awards! 🌟 5 Independent East Finchley Businesses To Get Behind Campbell & Syme Coffee Shop Here are 5 independent businesses in East Finchley. Your support can make a real difference. 1: A Scott & Son Fishmongers, 94 High Road, N2 9EB Dive into the fresh tastes of the ocean right here at A Scott & Son Fishmongers. This shop is a haven for...
about 2 months ago • 8 min read
Welcome This week we hear about the local kindness project, and how you can have your say in the community. 📝Kindness Starts in East Finchley Joshua's message East Finchley actor and film-maker Joshua Ford, 31, has embarked on a unique mission to spread kindness across London. Armed with a notepad and a pen, he left 100 handwritten notes of encouragement in unexpected places for strangers to discover. His messages, simple yet heartfelt, aim to lift spirits and remind people they’re not alone...
2 months ago • 6 min read