Barnet and surrounding areas Area Guide
A locals' guide to Barnet and surrounding areas
Where do Barnet and surrounding areas locals go?
Room 89
A hidden gem just off the main Barnet high street, it is a lifestyle boutique that has very unique vintage items for your home, unusual pieces of jewellery, natural beauty products and really adorable pieces of children's clothing. They also do craft workshops every month with local and very talented craftsmen.Read more
Fantasy Nails
I go here for my manicure and pedicure every two weeks, I love it because it's a family run salon very personal and the prices are very reasonable. They are very accommodating with appointments, which is great for busy lives. You also get endless amounts of tea and coffee - easily the best manicure in Barnet!Read more
Did you know?
"The first live televised football match was filmed at Barnet's Underhill Stadium in 1946."
Greenhill Gardens is a charming spot with a lake that is perfect for walking the dog...
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Sit back and relax in the charming gardens at Old Court House Recreation Ground.
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I really enjoy escaping the hustle and bustle of the capital in Barnet Gate Woods.
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What locals say about Barnet and surrounding areas
Activities near Barnet and surrounding areas
Improv Comedy at The Bull
Join us for an amazing night of first class improvised comedy with internationally acclaimed improvisers: Inbal Lori (Berlin) and Tim Orr (San Francisco). Two hilarious shows: "Click" Your photos...Our stories And "Rumourville" Have you heard the gossip? As heard on BBC Sounds. Not to be missed. Recommended Age 16yrs+Read more
Jazz on the Green
The Hadley Residents' Association is delighted to present Jazz on the Green 2025a vibrant open-air concert on the beautiful Hadley Green. Join us for an afternoon of live music, food, and fun with friends and family. Were excited to showcase an incredible lineup of bandsmany new to our stage this year: Lazy Rhythm Boys Smooth jazz to set the mood Lana Shelley Scintillating vocals sure to get the whole family grooving Highstone Popular classics that everyone can sing along to The Truants An energetic 8-piece band guaranteed to get you on your feet Early Bird Tickets Special bundle rates are available until Sunday, 22nd June 2025. Tickets will be available at the gate (subject to availability), but we highly recommend booking in advance via TicketSource to secure your spot. What to Expect Pack a picnic, relax on the green, and enjoy the sounds of summer. Refreshments including tea, coffee, light bites, and ice cream will be available on site. Supporting the Green All proceeds from this event will support the creation of a comprehensive Management Plan for Hadley Greenespecially the pondsto help identify and enhance local flora, fauna, and wildlife. Come for the music, stay for the community. We can't wait to see you there! Venue location: What3words https://w3w.co/admit.roofs.singerRead more
Own Skate Mondays
Rollernation's Monday night skate. Dedicated to those committed enough to have bought their own skates. The skating community is diverse so this will be the night that reflects all your musical loves.Read more
Shout! The Mod Musical
Featuring over 30 hits from the 1960s, SHOUT! the smash-hit Mod Musical bursts onto the stage with colour, glitz and energy in this all-new production Journey back to the liberating days of 1960s' London and explore the infectious pop anthems that made household names of stars such as Petula Clark, Dusty Springfield, Lulu and Shirley Bassey! Join us as we track the lives of five women as they come of age in this psychedelic, eye-popping, fun-filled musical comedy, which will make you want to throw your head back and SHOUT! What is the Soundtrack of your life?Read more
Heiress: Sargent’s American Portraits
Experience the power and glamour of John Singer Sargent’s portraits in Kenwood's new exhibition; Heiress: Sargent’s American Portraits.
Alex Warren
Alexander Warren Hughes is an American singer-songwriter and comedic video creator on YouTube. He is also popular on TikTok and Instagram. He was previously a member and a co-founder of the collaborative TikTok group The Hype House.Read more
John Darwin-The Canoe Man
Death, fraud and canoes: this mind-blowing insurance scam is laid bare in a devised play by our Yr 12 drama students.
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