Barnet, New

Settlement in Hertfordshire / Middlesex

England

Barnet, New

Christ Church, Cockfosters Christ Church was built in 1837-39 when Cockfosters became a separate parish, and was paid for by Robert Bevan of nearby Trent Park. The hamlet of Cock Fosters effectively developed as an estate village for the large estates of Trent Park and Beech Hill Park. — Christ Church, Cockfosters Credit: Mark Percy

Barnet, a town located in the county of Hertfordshire, England, is situated on the outskirts of Greater London and borders the county of Middlesex. With a population of around 33,000, it is the second largest town in the borough of Barnet. The town's history dates back to ancient times, as evidenced by the discovery of Roman coins and pottery fragments in the area.

Barnet is renowned for its rich heritage and historical landmarks. One of its notable attractions is the Battle of Barnet site, where the decisive War of the Roses battle took place in 1471. The town's High Street is lined with buildings that showcase various architectural styles, including the 17th-century Ye Olde Monken Holt pub and the Art Deco-style Gaumont cinema.

In addition to its historical significance, Barnet offers a range of amenities and facilities to its residents. The town has several schools, including primary, secondary, and independent institutions, ensuring quality education for its young population. There is also a variety of shopping areas, with the Spires Shopping Centre being the primary retail hub.

Barnet benefits from excellent transport links, including multiple railway stations, such as New Barnet, High Barnet, and Oakleigh Park, which provide easy access to central London and other neighboring towns. The town is also well-connected via several bus routes and major roads, including the A1 and M25 motorway.

With its mix of history, modern amenities, and convenient location, Barnet offers residents a balanced lifestyle that combines the charm of a historic town with the conveniences of city living.

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Christ Church, Cockfosters

Christ Church was built in 1837-39 when Cockfosters became a separate parish, and was paid for by Robert Bevan of nearby Trent Park. The hamlet of Cock Fosters effectively developed as an estate village for the large estates of Trent Park and Beech Hill Park.

Mark Percy

East Coast Main Line at Monken Hadley Common

Looking north from what the Network Rail sign describes as the Greenwood/Folly Farm Bridge.

Mark Percy

Jack's Lake, Monken Hadley Common

Maps describe it as Beech Hill Lake, but all the local signage refers to Jack's Lake.

Mark Percy

Cockfosters Cricket Club

Cockfosters Cricket Club was founded in 1873.

Mark Percy

Monken Hadley Common

The display board and map welcomes visitors at the eastern entrance to the common. The Common is a remnant of the former Royal Forest of Enfield Chase, which was enclosed by an Act of Parliament of 1777. A small part was allotted to the village of Monken Hadley. It's the only land which has remained as a common. Until the 1950s the commoners exercised their rights to use the land for grazing.

Mark Percy

King George's Fields

Amid the surrounding sprawl of suburbia, King George's Fields provide the people of Barnet with a green oasis. Most of the fields were bought for the public in 1935 to mark the Silver Jubilee of King George V. As you can see if you look closely at the centre of the photo, there are distant views across to Canary Wharf.

Mark Percy

Cyclist on Alverstone Avenue

Passing houses that have been extended, as many have in this part of North London. The houses were built in the 1920s or early 1930s.

Christine Johnstone

Albemarle Road, off Alverstone Avenue

Looking north towards the valley of Pymes Brook.

Christine Johnstone

Parade of shops, Gallants Farm Road

Shopping habits have changes since these shops were built in the 1950s. One is now being converted to a flat, one at least is out of use, and the others offer specialist, not daily, services and purchases.

Christine Johnstone

Extending another house in Gallants Farm Road

Already extended sideways, now extending into the roof space.

Christine Johnstone

Beech Hill Lake in Hadley Wood

Tom Page

The Griffin Inn Whetstone

The Griffin prospers as a gastro pub on Whetstone High Road, once the Great North Road. It was a Coaching Inn originally from the seventeenth century I understand. Diagonally opposite it to the camera's right and out of picture is the soon to be demolished 1960's concrete office block that has become an eyesore. I have also uploaded a photo of that building. That the old building survives and the new one goes under perhaps is the exception to the economic rule of creative destruction as expounded by Joseph Schumpeter to explain the workings of capitalism. In front of the blue car in the photo the horse trough is not original and the 'whetstone' was no such thing. Perhaps it's creative heritage capitalism?

John Kingdon