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64 stories from and about Golders Green, mostly local news, council & politics, property & planning. The most recent ran on 24 October 2026. Page 1 of 4.
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Property & Planning · Golders GreenBarnet Council approves 130‑room Hotel Unique redevelopment in Golders Green
Barnet councillors gave unanimous backing on 14 October 2026 to a scheme that will add a four‑storey hotel with 114 rooms, refurbish the existing building for 16 more, and keep the locally‑listed Refectory Pub at 4 Golders Green Crescent. The plan was called in by Childs Hill councillor Cory Turner and submitted by Pressfield Limited.
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Local News · Golders GreenGolders Green memorial fire: Man admits arson
Ali Fallahi has admitted to an arson attack in Golders Green on 27 April. The fire damaged a cabinet near a memorial wall in Limes Avenue, which was set up as a tribute to those killed in Iran and at the Nova music festival. Fallahi blamed Reza Pahlavi for his cousin's death.
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Local News · Golders GreenHampstead Heath cafe tenants can challenge lease decision
Tenants of cafes on Hampstead Heath have been granted permission by the High Court to challenge a decision that awarded their leases to Daisy Green. Hoxton Beach, the current tenants, argue the retendering process was unfair. The City of London Corporation maintains its process was lawful.
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Culture & Arts · Golders GreenGarden Suburb Theatre stages modern Love's Labour's Lost
Garden Suburb Theatre's production of Love's Labour's Lost offers a modern take on Shakespeare's comedy, drawing inspiration from romantic films. The play, set in Golders Green, features King Ferdinand and his companions vowing to avoid women, only to be challenged by the arrival of the Princess of France and her ladies.
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Local News · Golders GreenHampstead Tackles Litter and Crime Issues
Hampstead is seeing improvements in tackling litter, antisocial behaviour, and shoplifting following years of work. Councillor Linda Chung notes increased confidence among shop assistants and better coordination among security teams, though some businesses face challenges with new refuse collection rules.
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Local News · Golders GreenGolders Hill Park and Hill Garden win Gold at London in Bloom 2026
Golders Hill Park and the Hill Garden and Pergola in Golders Green have each earned a Gold award at the London in Bloom ceremony. Both sites are overseen by the City of London Corporation, and the Grade II* listed walkway now sits on Historic England’s at‑risk register.
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Local News · Golders GreenSamaritans launch pavement graffiti campaign in Golders Green
Samaritans has launched a reverse graffiti campaign across London, including in Golders Green, using pavement messages to encourage people to intervene when they are concerned about someone's wellbeing. The initiative is a partnership with the World Gold Council.
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Local News · Golders GreenMielo to open second restaurant in Hampstead
Mielo, a Mediterranean restaurant and cocktail bar, is set to open its second location in Hampstead. The new venture will occupy the former Cote Brasserie site on Hampstead High Street, which has been vacant since August 2024.
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Local News · Golders GreenHomeless Action Barnet raises £8,500 from Big Sleep Out
Homeless Action in Barnet's "Big Sleep Out" initiative, held between June and September, raised £8,500 from approximately 50 participants. The event aimed to generate funds and awareness for rough sleepers, falling short of its 100-participant goal.
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Local News · Golders GreenNorth West London GPs face 2,700 patients each
GP services in North West London are under considerable strain, with over 2,700 patients registered per full-time equivalent family doctor. This figure is substantially higher than the England average and the benchmark advised by the British Medical Association.
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Local News · Golders GreenSt Mary's School launches year-round childcare
St Mary’s School in Golders Green has launched a new year-round childcare and holiday provision in partnership with holiday camp provider Let’s Leap. The service will be open during all school holidays except for one week at Christmas and one week at the end of the summer holiday.
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Local News · Golders GreenRare sheep return to Hampstead Heath for conservation
Rare-breed sheep have returned to Hampstead Heath as part of a conservation project. The animals help manage vegetation on anthill meadows, supporting biodiversity and providing an eco-friendly alternative to machinery. The City of London Corporation invests millions annually to maintain the Heath, which faced challenges from dry weather and antisocial behaviour this summer.
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Culture & Arts · Golders GreenAckermans Chocolates shop on Goldhurst Terrace closed after 50 years
Ackermans Chocolates, established by Werner and Lotte Ackerman on Goldhurst Terrace, operated for five decades, earned a Royal Warrant in 1968 and welcomed the future King Charles in 1996. The shop closed roughly twenty years ago, ending a notable chapter in Golders Green’s culinary history.
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Property & Planning · Golders GreenShire Golf Club Closes Footpath Access After E-bike Vandalism
Shire London Golf Club has closed several public footpath access points, including those from Byng Road playing fields, following extensive damage to its greens caused by teenagers riding e-bikes. The club director stated this is the most serious damage since the club opened in 1994.
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Local News · Golders GreenTories to regain Finchley and Golders Green seat, poll suggests
A new YouGov MRP poll projects that the Conservative Party will win back the Finchley and Golders Green constituency. The survey suggests Labour will lose eight seats in London overall, while the Green Party is not expected to secure any MPs in the capital.
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Local News · Golders GreenNew Hampstead Cafe Gracie's Draws Crowds with Aussie-Inspired Menu
Gracie's, a new cafe on Hampstead High Street, is attracting customers with its sunshine yellow exterior and natural interior. Owner Jeffrey Young, who also founded the London Coffee Festival, has created a menu featuring Aussie-inspired dishes. The cafe retains original features from its time as a chemist shop.
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Local News · Golders GreenMilah Moroccan restaurant opens in Hampstead
Milah, a new Moroccan restaurant, has opened at 16 Flask Walk in Hampstead. It replaces La Cage Imaginaire, which operated for 50 years and was a filming location for 'Bridget Jones Mad About The Boy' and 'Afterlife'. The refurbishment took over six months.
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Local News · Golders GreenNew restaurant and bar to open in Hampstead High Street
The former Cote Brasserie site on Hampstead High Street is undergoing refurbishment and is expected to become a new bar and restaurant. Building work is visible, with a sign teasing a special opening before Christmas.
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Culture & Arts · Golders GreenGolders Green church conservation project underway
A conservation project to restore the historic wall paintings at St Jude-on-the-Hill in Golders Green began in March 2026 and is expected to finish in January 2027. Talks on the work will be held on 17 September 2026.
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Local News · Golders GreenNew Golders Green School Shortlists 11 for House Names
Alleyn's Hampstead, which opened this month across three sites in Golders Green, has compiled a shortlist of 11 individuals for its new school houses. The final four names will be announced on October 9th.
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Also affecting Golders Green
Borough-wide and national stories that name Golders Green or bear directly on it.
Local News · BarnetFriern Barnet charity offers creative haven for people with disabilities
Community Focus Inclusive Arts, based in Friern Barnet, offers creative and wellbeing courses for residents with disabilities and additional needs. The organisation also produces a podcast, Dis-labeled, funded by the National Lottery, featuring the voices of people with lived experience.
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Local News · FinchleyArtsdepot Finchley receives £25,000 grant for building works
Artsdepot in North Finchley has secured a £25,000 grant from the Christos Lazari Foundation. The funding will be used for essential building repairs and refurbishment, ensuring the arts centre can continue its community and cultural programmes.
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WorldHome Office data show hate crimes rise 7% to 146,825 in year to March 2026
Police‑recorded hate crimes in England and Wales increased by 7% to 146,825 in the year to March 2026. Anti‑Muslim offences jumped 15% while antisemitic hate crime remains at an unacceptably high level, according to the Home Office, the British Muslim Trust and the Community Security Trust.
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Local News · FinchleyFinchley MP Sarah Sackman Links Local Hate Crimes to Historic Anti-Fascist Struggle
Sarah Sackman, MP for Finchley and Golders Green, has drawn parallels between the 1936 Battle of Cable Street and recent hate crimes in her constituency. She highlighted attacks on Jewish volunteer ambulances and the stabbing of two Jewish men, linking them to broader extremist ideologies.
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Council & Politics · BarnetBarnet depot workers reject 18‑month backpay offer, council faces strike
Barnet Council’s second offer of 18 months’ backpay for depot staff was turned down in a September ballot with more than 90% turnout. Unison says the council must improve the offer by 9 October or risk a strike ballot in November and possible action in December.
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Local News · FinchleyFree breakfast clubs open and uniform rules tighten for Finchley primary pupils
The Department for Education announced that an extra 500,000 children are now eligible for free school meals, five Finchley and Golders Green primary schools will launch breakfast clubs, and schools must cap compulsory branded uniform items at three, or four if a tie is required.
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Council & Politics · BarnetBarnet appoints former Grenfell housing chief despite survivor backlash
Barnet Council confirmed Laura Johnson, former housing director of Kensington and Chelsea, has been hired as group director of development and property by The Barnet Group. The council says the recruitment was legal and transparent, but Grenfell United and survivor Ed Daffarn have called for an immediate review.
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Local News · FinchleyEast Finchley accessible homes redevelopment to finish late 2027
The Jewish Blind & Disabled (JBD) Fairacres development in East Finchley is undergoing a significant redevelopment to create 40 accessible homes. Construction is ongoing, with completion expected by late 2027, aiming to address a growing waiting list for suitable accommodation.
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Local News · FinchleyWaitrose Finchley reopens with new bakery and dry‑aged beef cabinet
Waitrose on Ballards Lane in Finchley reopened after a week‑long refurbishment, adding upgraded service counters, a dry‑aged beef cabinet and a redesigned bakery. MP Sarah Sackman attended the ribbon‑cutting ceremony and early customers were given complimentary tote bags and a beverage.
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Chipping Barnet set for Conservative gain, poll suggests
Chipping Barnet is among the London constituencies projected to switch from Labour to Conservative at the next general election, according to a new poll. The survey also suggests Finchley and Golders Green could see a similar shift.
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Tories could win 8 London seats from Labour, poll finds
A recent poll indicates the Conservative Party could gain eight parliamentary seats from Labour in London. The Savanta survey for The Mile End Institute, Queen Mary University of London, shows Labour's support at 32%, with Reform UK and Conservatives both at 18%.
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Waitrose to open 18,000 sq ft store in Cricklewood this autumn
An 18,000 square foot Waitrose store is set to open on Cricklewood Broadway this autumn. Located at 194-196 Cricklewood Broadway, the supermarket is part of a wider investment by the company to reach new customers. Some local residents have voiced concerns about potential shoplifting.
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Local News · FinchleyFinchley Memorial Hospital pharmacy to close on 31 August
The pharmacy at Finchley Memorial Hospital will shut at the end of August after the North West London Integrated Care Board declined to renew its contract. Local MP Sarah Sackman has launched a campaign to retain on-site services, while the ICB points to nine alternative pharmacies within one mile.
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WorldJewish pupils face daily antisemitism in schools, review finds
A government review into antisemitism in schools has found Jewish pupils face regular harassment, with incidents rising 59% in 2026. Headteachers report spending more time on security than education, while 20% of 5,000 surveyed children experienced or observed antisemitic behaviour. Recommendations are expected in autumn.
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Home Office denies certifying Joshua Bonehill-Paine for counter-extremism training
The Home Office has contradicted Kemi Badenoch’s claim that Joshua Bonehill-Paine, a former neo-Nazi convicted of racially aggravated harassment, was certified to deliver counter-extremism training. Bonehill-Paine was recently appointed as a Conservative adviser on radicalisation.
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Where to eat in Barnet and Finchley: a guide by neighbourhood
Eating out across Barnet, neighbourhood by neighbourhood: Golders Green’s kosher restaurants, Finchley’s high streets, Hendon and Edgware, and the pubs worth the trip north.
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Culture & Arts · BarnetThings to do in Barnet: parks, markets, museums and days out
A guide to what there is to do across Barnet — the parks worth the trip, the borough’s museums and historic sites, its markets, and where to go when the weather turns.
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Is Barnet a good place to live? An honest look at London’s largest borough
What it is actually like to live in Barnet: the trade-offs between the Northern line villages, the suburban centres and the growth areas, and who each one suits.
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WorldGreen Party Leader Faces Police Inquiry Over Image
Green Party leader Zack Polanski is under police inquiry after Reform UK reported him for sharing a social media image that included a guillotine graphic. Polanski stated the image was shared inadvertently and he did not pay sufficient attention to its content.
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Local News · FinchleyCollege Farm Finchley Set for Reopening After 25 Years
College Farm in Finchley, closed for over 25 years, is set to be reopened to the public. A new partnership between the College Farm Trust and the Jeremy Coller Foundation will fund restoration of the Grade II-listed buildings.
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