Cockfosters Area Guide
A locals' guide to Cockfosters
Where do Cockfosters locals go?
Why not explore the nearby areas of
east barnet,
new barnet,
southgate,
hadley wood,
whetstone,
barnet,
the ridgeway,
grange park,
enfield,
and friern barnet
Did you know?
"The mansion house built in Trent Park in the early 20th century was used during the Second World War as a place to house captured German military personnel. Here, the British Army could gain knowledge of what the German's were plotting by listening to their conversations secretly."
Trent Park is ideal for all the family - visit the cafe or try out the activities at the Go Ape centre.
Ben Connolly
Monken Hadley Common sits on the edge of London and is a fantastic open space with woodland and a lake.
Ben Connolly
I love exploring the wealth of parkland in Barnet and in particular, Brunswick Park!
Ben Connolly
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What locals say about Cockfosters
“Cockfosters is a nice small community, with plenty of good restaurants”
Mark
Activities near Cockfosters
Flare Path
Written by Terence Rattigan [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Terence Rattigan] and directed by Nick Vause First performed in 1942, "Flare Path" is a deeply moving portrait of people at war and was inspired by the playwrights own experiences in the RAF. The action of the play takes place over the course of a single night at the height of the Second World War. In a country house hotel, on the edge of an RAF Bomber Command airfield, three women wait anxiously for news of their husbands return from a dangerous bombing mission behind enemy lines. While the play focuses on the relationships between the three couples, at the centre of the drama is a love triangle between RAF bomber pilot Teddy, his actress wife Patricia and her ex-lover, Hollywood film star Peter Kyle. Torn between her feelings for the two very different men, Patricia finds herself at the centre of an emotional conflict as unpredictable as the war in the skies. This amateur production of "Flare Path" is presented by arrangement with Concord Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd. www.concordtheatricals.co.uk [https://www.concordtheatricals.co.uk/].Read more
Park Live: California Screamin'
California Screaming is a talented band featuring some of the best musicians in the UK. Collectively they have worked with such artists as Rod Stewart, Lily Allen, Kylie Minogue, ELO, Gary Barlow, Belinda Carlisle, James Morrison and a host of others. Together, they bring their joy and energy to whatever event they are playing at to quote one fan their sheer enthusiasm for playing is utterly contagious With their feet in the past but their attitude firmly in the present, they combine the classic rock era from the seventies to modern day classics from Led Zeppelin to Ed Sheeran, Foo fighters to Adele a great band to get the evening up and rockin! A good value bar and freshly cooked food to order are available at the event.Read more
Birds, Beasts and Bugs
All creatures great and small have frequently been a source of inspiration for composers of choral and vocal music. In this concert, you can enjoy pieces in the widest variety of styles, from the Renaissance to the present day, all with an animal theme. Youll hear how different composers view the same creature - Thomas Vautors Suffolk Owl contrasting with Elgars eerie setting, and the bee as envisaged by John Wilbye, Frank Bridge right up to a recently premiered work by Cecilia McDowall. The Nightingale is heard in the Vienna of Alban Berg but also in Berkeley Square. Orlando Gibbons Silver Swan is paired with an Italian swan. You can expect the widest variety of styles and moods, from the tranquil beauty of John Taveners The Lamb and Eric Whitacres Seal Lullaby , to the humour of Frederick Bridges The Goslings and Philip Colls Animal Songs . We are joined by John Winter as our pianist, and are led by our musical director David Lardi.Read more
FreshFEST 2025
FreshFEST 2025 An showcase of new, original work by Middlesex University's graduating Theatre Arts class of 2025. Theatres freshest faces bring our annual festival of new work from Middlesex Universitys class of 2025! This years line-up features five brand new devised pieces that explore friendship, co-dependency, mental health, one spy mission, and a deal with the devil. Show dates and times: 30 Aprilat7.30pm at Ravensfield Theatre 1 May at7.30pm at Ravensfield Theatre ADDITIONAL DATE: 5 May at 2pm atPark Theatre, London One ticket five shows! Friendship Clause The display of an unspoken rule being broken. Is it better to leave Resentment buried, or risk the friendship by bringing it to light? Michael Tsiakalos Jack Torres Tirso Zaballa Nafisa Ali King to Man Ratio "Pity the fool who needs to be one, because if he's not then what is he? A mad man? A lunatic? An artist without talent?"El X. Speziali Dasha G. Daisy Lennon Charle's Angles. A high-energy, character-driven comedy following an unlikely trio of misfits - Alex, Tootie, and Oscar - as they embark on a chaotic mission filled with absurd disguises, quick-witted banter, and unexpected twists. Packed with sharp humour and outrageous antics, this show blends action, satire, and playful mayhem in a way that keeps audiences laughing from start to finish. Margarita Nikolova Emil Vasilev Vanesa Kraeva SALT & PEPPER One tiny flat. Two struggling actors. Zero money. A landlord on the warpath. Salt & Pepper is a fast-paced, laugh-out-loud comedy about chasing success, dodging rent, and discovering love in the mess of growing up. Katarina Kristic James Whittington-Phillips Gabor Birta, director Fundamentality In this very personal piece, Michael will share his own personal experiences with mental health and suicide through singing and talking openly. Michael Daniel Costello For show on 5th May at Park Theatre, tickets must be purchased through Park Theatre's official website at a cost of 10 per ticket. Purchase tickets for the 5th May performance at Park Theatre here! [https://parktheatre.co.uk/event/middlesex-university-showcase/]Read more
Jazz on the Green
Hadley Residents' Association is proud to present the Jazz On The Green 2025 open air concert with live music from various artists, still to be confirmed. Watch this space. Bring a picnic, listen to some fabulous music and enjoy an afternoon on Hadley Green with friends and family. Tea, coffee, light bites and ice cream available. This year we will be offering 'Early bird' ticket bundles up and including to Sunday 22/06/25. Tickets on the gates will be available but will be limited. Booking via ticketsource is advisable to ensure attendance. The HRA are working closely with the Council and various specialists to prepare a Management Plan for the Green and especially all ponds to identify what flora and fauna and wildlife is present and what we can do to improve it in the long term. All proceeds from this event will go towards paying for this report. Location: Hadley Green West, BarnetRead more
The Silencerz
Nine-piece ska and reggae band.
Teddy Bear's Picnic
SUNDAY 12 JUNE AT 11.00 am at the Broomfield Bowl Following last year's success, Rah Rah theatre returns to BROOMFIELD PARK with 'Teddy Bear's Picnic' Bring along your favourite bear and join us on a fun, exciting adventure to get to the picnic on time! The show incorporates puppets, well-known songs and dancing together with important educational areas such as numbers, colours and shapes. Please note that we cannot offer returns within three days of the event to allow tome for resale of ticketsRead more
About Cockfosters
Cockfosters is a suburb of North London, lying partly in the London Borough of Enfield and partly in the London Borough of Barnet. The counties of Hertfordshire and Middlesex respectively (in which Cockfosters was located pre-1965) are still used in postal addresses. The name, Cockfosters, has been recorded as far back as 1524, and is thought to be either the name of a family, or that of a house which stood on Enfield Chase. One suggestion is that it was "the residence of the cock forester (or chief forester)". The Piccadilly line of the London Underground reached Cockfosters in 1933.
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