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29 stories from and about High Barnet, mostly culture & arts, local news, council & politics. The most recent ran on 8 September 2026. Page 1 of 2.
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Local News · High BarnetTG Jones store in Muswell Hill Broadway closes after one year
The TG Jones store on Muswell Hill Broadway is closing down, just one year after being rebranded from WH Smith. The closure follows an announcement by owner Modella Capital to shut 150 of its 450 stores nationwide.
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Local News · High BarnetTalk on 1953 floods to be held in High Barnet
A talk focusing on the 1953 floods and their impact will be held at St John the Baptist Church in High Barnet. The event is organised by the Barnet Museum and Local History Society.
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Transport & TfL · High BarnetNorthern line suspended between Euston and High Barnet after engineering delays
Transport for London suspended the Northern line between Euston and High Barnet on 3 September after engineering work overran. The Jubilee line is severely delayed, Central line trains are cancelled, and no time has been given for services to resume.
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Alexandra Palace marks 90 years of public TV broadcasts
Alexandra Palace is commemorating 90 years since it became the site of the world's first regular public high-definition television broadcasts. A season of events from September to November will mark the anniversary, culminating in a plaque unveiling.
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Black Horse Pub in High Barnet Invests in New Kitchen
High Barnet's Black Horse pub has received a significant upgrade with a new kitchen, including a rotisserie, funded by Barnet Community Pubs Ltd. The community-focused establishment also continues its support for local causes and sports clubs.
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Local News · High BarnetPensioners share memories to boost wellbeing
Recalling personal memories can improve mood and reduce loneliness, according to research. The Hornsey Pensioners Action Group recently held a meeting where members shared their experiences of living in Crouch End, reminiscing about local pubs, shops, and cultural venues.
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Culture & Arts · High BarnetDean Brennan criticises Arsenal U21s after Barnet FC win
Barnet FC manager Dean Brennan has accused Arsenal U21s of disrespecting his team during a 5-1 EFL Trophy victory at The Hive in High Barnet. Brennan questioned the Premier League side’s approach after Tom Knowles scored a hat-trick on 18 August 2026.
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Local News · High BarnetPhysic Well in High Barnet defies drought as nearby ponds dry up
The historic Physic Well in High Barnet continues to flow at a constant level despite prolonged drought, while ponds on Hadley Green have dried out. The £150,000 restoration completed in 2018 ensures the well remains accessible to visitors on monthly open days.
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Council & Politics · High BarnetBarnet faces new planning rules forcing homes near Tube stations
Barnet Council will be required to adopt a 'default yes' approach to housing schemes near Tube and rail stations under new government planning rules. The policy, announced by Housing Secretary Angela Rayner, aims to boost homebuilding but has drawn criticism from councils over green belt development and local objections.
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Council & Politics · High BarnetHigh Barnet air pollution halves since 2013 as ULEZ and EV points expand
Barnet Council’s latest air-quality readings show nitrogen dioxide on High Street has dropped by half since 2013. The 2023 ULEZ expansion and a network of 2,045 electric-vehicle charge points are credited. A Sunday play street launched on Calvert Road in April 2025.
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Culture & Arts · High BarnetNew wartime play at High Barnet’s Bull Theatre opens in October
A new play about life in Barnet during the Second World War will premiere at the Bull Theatre in October. The production, featuring stories from the former Barnet Odeon’s bomb shelter, runs for four performances with tickets priced at £19 plus a booking fee.
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Culture & Arts · High BarnetHigh Barnet photographer wins solo exhibition after competition win
James Singler, a freelance photographer from High Barnet, has won Lauderdale House’s 37th Annual Photographic Competition. His winning image, *Break from the Shop*, earns him a solo exhibition in 2026. The competition drew 193 entries from 46 photographers, with winners celebrated at a July exhibition launch.
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Culture & Arts · High BarnetEmily Newnham wins Commonwealth silver ahead of European Championships
Shaftesbury Barnet Harriers sprinter Emily Newnham secured silver in the women’s 400m at the 2026 Commonwealth Games with a time of 50.04 seconds. She and clubmate Kimani Jack, who won high jump bronze, will compete at the European Athletics Championships in Birmingham starting 10 August.
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Culture & Arts · High BarnetBarnet FC draw 1-1 with Bromley in final pre-season friendly at The Hive
Barnet FC ended their pre-season campaign with a 1-1 draw against League One side Bromley at The Hive on 1 August 2026. Tshimanga’s early penalty was cancelled out by McKieran’s strike, leaving Dean Brennan’s side unbeaten in their warm-up fixtures before the new League Two season.
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Culture & Arts · High BarnetBarnet remembers Gary Sobers’ visits to High Barnet cricket ground
Sir Garfield Sobers, who died on 17 July 2026 aged 89, played two matches against Barnet Cricket Club in 1960 and 1961. The club’s former ground in Barnet Lane is now part of Ark Academy School, following a merger with Old Elizabethans in 2012.
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Crime & Safety · High BarnetFour Men Sentenced for Train Graffiti in High Barnet
Four men from Spain have been sentenced at Higbury Magistrates’ Court for trespassing on live railway lines and vandalising trains in High Barnet on July 8th, 2026. They received criminal behaviour orders, fines, and suspended prison sentences, with one also admitting to a child sex abuse image offence.
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Culture & Arts · High BarnetBarnet student's sculpture at Royal Academy
Sachelle Davis, a student at Barnet and Southgate College, has had her ceramic sculpture 'Roots of Resilience' chosen for the Royal Academy of Arts' Young Artists' Summer Show. The piece explores identity, heritage, and the cultural narrative of Afro hair.
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Barnet GP Surgeries Face Pressure from New Housing
New housing developments in High Barnet and New Barnet are set to increase the local population by over 2,000. However, campaigners state that assurances from developers about GP capacity have been misleading, with plans to expand East Barnet Health Centre appearing to be shelved.
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Barnet GCSE students achieve high grades
Barnet students have achieved strong GCSE results, with 82% gaining a standard pass and 41% securing top grades. Several schools reported exceptional outcomes, contributing to the borough's ranking among the top local authorities nationwide.
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Barnet FC publishes Arsenal U21 matchday programme for 2025-26 season
Barnet Football Club released its official matchday programme for the 2025-26 season fixture against Arsenal U21. The programme, available at The Hive stadium, includes team line-ups, player interviews and club news. No ticket prices or match dates were confirmed in the publication.
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Noah’s Ark Hospice launches £1m appeal with Barnet councillors’ backing
Noah’s Ark Children’s Hospice in Barnet has begun a £1 million fundraising drive, From That Moment, running until 12 October 2026. Barnet councillors and the Deputy Mayor of London for Children and Families attended the launch. The hospice needs £7 million annually and relies on donations for 76% of its income.
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Crime & Safety · BarnetPolice search for missing 67-year-old last seen near Barnet Hospital
Police are appealing for public assistance to locate Miroslaw, 67, who was last seen near Barnet Hospital on 8 August. Officers are reviewing CCTV and believe he may have used public transport. Anyone with information should call 999 immediately, quoting CAD 2575/08AUG26.
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Local News · BarnetBarnet Physic Well open day returns on 15 August
The Barnet Physic Well, a historic mineral spring dating to the 1600s, will open to the public on 15 August from 2pm to 4pm. The free event offers a chance to visit the underground chamber and learn about its past as a local landmark believed to have healing properties.
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Culture & Arts · BarnetTaye Ashby-Hammond to wear number 1 shirt for Barnet FC in 2026/27 season
Barnet FC has announced squad numbers for the 2026/27 season, with Taye Ashby-Hammond assigned the number 1 shirt. Matthew Cox, on loan from Brentford, will wear number 13. The full list includes 30 players ahead of the new campaign.
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WorldPiccadilly line shut all weekend in Barnet, 1 to 2 August 2026
Transport for London will close the Piccadilly line between Cockfosters and Heathrow from 4 am on Saturday 1 August until the end of service on Sunday 2 August 2026. Finsbury Park station will also shut for the entire weekend, disrupting connections across north London.
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Lifestyle & Food · BarnetWhere 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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Lifestyle & Food · BarnetIs 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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WorldBarnet Council Challenges Mayor on Green Belt Plans
Barnet Council has stated the Mayor of London does not have the authority to change its Green Belt boundaries. This follows the draft London Plan identifying areas within the borough for potential redevelopment, subject to specific 'sustainable location tests'.
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