Enfield Archaeological Society has published a report on the excavation that its members carried out in late April and early May behind the ruins of Broomfield House. Two trenches were dug in order to investigate a 'presumed water feature' known from previous archaeological evidence. EAS has concluded that the 'canal' that they unoovered was too shallow to have been intended for significant water supply.
The Enfield Society has published its 2025 summer newsletter - the 238th edition of this information-packed publication with the usual mix of fascinating news about the borough's past, present and future.
At last Sunday's inaugural Enfield Cycling Festival more than 200 people - aged from 5 to 65 - joined a six-mile ride exploring some of the borough's newest cycle routes and its leafiest parkland. Meanwhile, back at Enfield Town Library Green there were cycling-related activities for all the family.
The mayor of Enfield, Cllr Margaret Greer, was in Palmers Green on Saturday to cut the ribbon to mark the opening of the refurbished Devonshire Square.
The "enchanting treasure trove" garden of Arnos Park Lodge is open to the public on 8th June. Created by the indomitable and inspirational plants-woman Elizabeth Dobbie, it is an opportunity not to be missed. Sally Everist went to meet her and find out more.
The new-look Devonshire Square, due to be formally launched on Saturday afternoon, 'has been designed in response to local communities' ambitions for Palmers Green to be be a town centre that grows and greens through the involvement of its community'.
Enfield Council and Arbeit Galleris have released some initial information about what they're both calling the 'launch' of Devonshire Square on Saturday week and the events that will be held there during June and July
Edmonton Running Club (based in Winchmore Hill) will be organising their annual Run the River 10K event in October. Places fill up quickly, so if you're interested, apply now!
A PGC reader who is moving away from the area is selling a large, light and airy flat in Selborne Road. There's an open day for viewing the property this Saturday (17th May).
