THE PHOTOGRAPHIC COMPETITION J M W Turner meets L S Lowry and the youngest participant carries away the top prize. THE NATIONAL GARDEN SCHEME A potted history. How almost 4,000 private gardens are now open to the public. THE GREAT WAR Belgian refugees at the Alexandra Palace. WORKS AHEAD Notice is given of extensive roadworks…
BOWLING ALONG The Muswell Hill Bowling Club is celebrating the start of its 113th season and thanks to last year’s exceptional weather and healthy crop of grapes will be serving their very own London red wine ‘Bowl-jolie Nouveau – Cotes du Haringey’. THE PARKLAND WALK The little known nature reserve from Muswell Hill to Finbury…
All change on the Exchange: a new look for Muswell Hill roundabout? Planning updates: 30 Muswell Hill; The Green Man/LCCCP School; and 10-27 Connaught House, Connaught Gardens Local policing: crime prevention tips Suffolk horses in Queen’s Wood and Coldfall Wood Download the original Newsletter
URBAN BLIGHT – SHOPS CLOSING DOWN According to data from Pricewaterhouse Coopers and the Local Data Company, in 2013 on average 16 town centre shops were closing down every day. The Muswell Hill and Fortis Green Association regrets that any local businesses are forced to close, and urges its members to support their neighbourhood stores. XIX…
Local Development – Controversy Recent proposed changes in planning regulations governing such building works as extensions in back gardens or to the sides of properties have left many members fearful of reduced light or loss of privacy. The changes are designed to support economic growth and allow for some kinds of development without the necessity…