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Chipping Barnet events and lifestyle news
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27th September 2023
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Barnet is fortunate to have a strong musical culture and we’re able to enjoy high quality performances locally on a regular basis. Here we discover …
20th July 2023
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Elstree Aerodrome Café
Now, I have to say, this was an unusual treat. We’ve really enjoyed Aldenham Country Park walking around Aldenham Reservoir, but a few minutes away …
8th June 2023
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Historic London Colney and the River Colne
Here at High Living we love a decent walk, particularly when it’s local, beautiful and has a bit of interesting history thrown in. Just a …
25th May 2023
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William Cattley, Barnet and Orchids
Barnet resident and author of books on local history, Robert Bard, tells us about botanist William Cattley whose name was given to one of the …
18th May 2023
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Boutique & Bakes
Retail keeps taking a knocking, but here in Barnet we can boast imaginative, creative businesses on our High Street. While some are sadly forced to …
9th March 2023
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Barnet Market
With its long and fascinating history (dating back to the 12th century) and despite recent uncertainties, Barnet market is getting back into its stride as …
16th February 2023
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Elisana Florist Opens After Extensive Research of 14th Century Building
It’s great to see this shop finally open. The premises had been closed for a number of years and the current refit took somewhat longer …
27th October 2022
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Battersea Power Station
At High Barnet Station a tantalising recent addition to the Northern Line destination boards has been Battersea Power Station. I’ve been mildly tempted to go …
1st September 2022
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Arte Nova: Beauty and Wellness Rooms at Noosa
In this challenging world, we all need the occasional indulgence and one of my favourites is hands-on beauty or massage therapy. So, when I was …
1st September 2022
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Gail’s Bakery and Café
We tend to focus on independent businesses here at High Living Barnet, but occasionally a chain opens on our High Street that really makes a …