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58 stories from and about High Barnet, mostly local news, culture & arts, property & planning. The most recent ran on 26 October 2026. Page 1 of 3.
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Property & Planning · High BarnetHigh Barnet residents object to Queen Elizabeth's School sports hall plans
Residents in High Barnet have lodged objections with Barnet Council regarding plans for a new four-storey sports hall at Queen Elizabeth's School. Concerns centre on the building's scale, potential traffic increases, and the removal of protected trees.
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Local News · High BarnetBarnet Guild of Artists to relocate after 60 years at Whalebones
The Barnet Guild of Artists is preparing to leave its studio of sixty years at Whalebones. The guild's annual exhibition is currently underway at Wesley Hall until 31 October, while members anticipate the completion of their new purpose-built studio in early 2025.
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Local News · High BarnetResidents bid to buy back derelict High Barnet youth club
High Barnet residents are bidding to reclaim the former Quinta Youth Club, which has been derelict for two decades. The Quinta Village Green Residents’ Association has submitted a competitive offer to Barnet Council, aiming to restore the building for community use.
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Local News · High BarnetBarnet magistrate backs national drive for new recruits
High Barnet magistrate Gwilwyn Wright JP is supporting a national campaign to recruit more people from diverse backgrounds to the magistracy. The Ministry of Justice initiative emphasizes transferable skills like empathy and problem-solving, with magistrates handling 90% of criminal cases.
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Local News · High BarnetCommunity orchard planned for Barnet Playing Fields
A new community orchard is planned for a section of Barnet Playing Fields at Underhill. Planting is scheduled to start early next year, with local politicians expressing support for the initiative aimed at enhancing green space protection.
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Business · High BarnetJamaica Blue opens High Barnet café on 12 Nov 2026, creates 15 jobs
Jamaica Blue will launch a café on High Street in High Barnet on 12 November 2026, next to Barclays Bank. The company is spending £300,000 and will hire 15 local staff, according to a statement reported by the Barnet Post.
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Local News · High BarnetTottenham eight-year-old launches children's book
An eight-year-old from Tottenham, Shaniya Grace, is releasing her first children's book, Mynerva, You've Got This!, on October 30. The story features an eight-year-old gymnast overcoming challenges, with hidden stars on each page. It will be available on Amazon for £9.99.
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Local News · High BarnetNew book details wartime lives of Richmond father and son
A new book, 'Two Lives, Two World Wars', has been released detailing the wartime experiences of Reginald Parrish, who served in World War One, and his son Ted, who served in World War Two. The book is available from various retailers.
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Transport & TfL · High BarnetNorthern line suspended between Camden Town and East Finchley, High Barnet commuters face severe delays
A signal fault at Kentish Town has halted Northern line service between Camden Town and East Finchley. Severe delays now affect travel from East Finchley to High Barnet, with trains being diverted to Edgware. The District line also suffers minor delays around Earl’s Court.
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Local News · High BarnetWomen in Business Network launches High Barnet branch
A new branch of the Women in Business Network (WIBN) has been established in High Barnet, offering local women business owners a platform for connection, collaboration, and mutual support. The group holds monthly meetings at Judges Restaurant.
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Local News · High BarnetBarnet FC away tickets on sale for Walsall fixture
Tickets are now available for Barnet FC's away game against Walsall. Visiting fans will be seated in the Experienced Energy Solutions Stands, with prices starting at £4 for under 14s and £28 for adults. Digital tickets will be emailed to supporters.
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Culture & Arts · High BarnetHighgate Watercolour Group exhibition opens at Lauderdale House
The Highgate Watercolour Group is hosting its annual exhibition at Lauderdale House from October 21 to November 16. The show features over 250 artworks by 21 artists, including a special section commemorating 60 years of the Highgate Society. All pieces are available for purchase.
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Property & Planning · High BarnetSpurs pursue Whitewebbs women's academy despite legal defeat
Tottenham Hotspur's ambition for a women's academy at Whitewebbs Park in High Barnet remains unchanged, according to the club's chief executive. This comes after planning permission was quashed by a High Court judge.
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Local News · High BarnetFirefighters replenish Hadley Green pond after fish deaths
Firefighters have pumped mains water into Hadley Green Brewery Pond to address critically low levels that led to the deaths of more than a dozen carp. Barnet Council and the Environment Agency are considering further aeration methods.
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Local News · High BarnetClissold Arms named London's best family pub
The Clissold Arms in Muswell Hill has been awarded London's best family pub of the year at the Great British Pub Awards. The pub is also recognised for its community spirit and its historical connection to the 1960s band The Kinks.
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Local News · High BarnetBrewery Pond fish deaths prompt Environment Agency probe
At least a dozen large fish have been found dead in Brewery Pond on Hadley Green. Barnet Council has asked the Environment Agency to investigate the cause, believed to be lack of oxygen due to drought and unprecedented low water levels.
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Local News · High BarnetSeniors exercise group receives £2,000 National Lottery funding
The West Haringey Seniors Exercise Class (WHSEC) has been awarded £2,000 from the National Lottery Community Fund. The funding will support the group, which meets weekly at Hornsey Vale Community Centre, for at least two years.
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Local News · High BarnetPetition Demands Safety Measures After Student's Death on North Road
A petition calling for urgent safety improvements on North Road has garnered over 3,200 signatures following the death of 16-year-old Melissa Premaratne. Organisers are demanding a school crossing patrol and an independent road safety review.
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Local News · High BarnetBarnet FC midfielder sees promotion formula
On-loan midfielder Jake Reeves has stated that League Two leaders Barnet possess the key elements required for a promotion push this season. He highlighted the importance of hard work, a balanced age group within the squad, and a trusted manager.
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Local News · High BarnetHigh Barnet mural to welcome visitors
A new mural, painted by students from Barnet and Southgate College, is set to be installed in High Barnet. Commissioned by the Chipping Barnet Town Team, the artwork depicts iconic town buildings and reflects Barnet's historical significance.
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Also affecting High Barnet
Borough-wide and national stories that name High Barnet or bear directly on it.
WorldTfL under‑investment leaves commuters losing 830,000 hours in April‑May 2026
Transport for London faces a £6.5 billion backlog of unfinished repairs, with annual renewals spending at £700 million, well under the £1.1‑£1.2 billion needed. The shortfall contributed to 830,000 commuter‑hour losses in April‑May 2026 and more than 300 asset‑related incidents in the last four years.
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Local News · New BarnetNew Barnet pub nominated as Asset of Community Value
Former customers have nominated the Builders Arms pub in New Barnet for Asset of Community Value status. The pub is currently for sale for £595,000, and the nomination aims to provide protection to allow time for a new owner to come forward. Barnet Council will now consider the application.
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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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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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