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Relaunched local group about much more than litter-picking

17 June 2026

Two local parents have relaunched the friends group in a Palmers Green park, linked up with a nationwide litter-picking campaign and are looking for local people to take part in a project to bring Enfield's natural and built heritage to life for schoolchildren and families.

Elizabeth Dobbie: Her life in gardens

03 June 2026

The “enchanting treasure trove” garden of Arnos Park Lodge is open to the public on 14th 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.

Local tennis club hosts celebration of inspiration and inclusivity

31 May 2026

On 19th May Conway Lawn Tennis Club played host to an awards ceremony celebrating “some of the most inspiring and inclusive work taking place in tennis today”. The local club was itself among the award winners, recognised for its programmes supporting autistic children and adults and people with learning disabilities.

Southgate District Civic Voice report the death of two notable members

19 April 2026

Southgate District Civic Voice have reported the unexpected death of Richard Purver and published an obituary of Stanley Rondeau.

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Local tennis coach wins county-level award and is shortlisted for national recognition

18 March 2026

Corina Mirea from Conway Lawn Tennis Club is Coach of the Year at county level and is in the running for a UK-wide award.

Capturing the textures of the trees in Broomfield Park

12 November 2025

Cathy Taylor's ceramics exhibition The Trees of Broomfield Park has been extended. There are two more opportunities to see these beautiful artworks in Broomfield Conservatory, surrounded by the park with the trees that inspired the artist.

80 years of the United Nations marked in Broomfield Park ceremony

20 October 2025

Local and regional representatives of the United Nations Association were joined by local politicians and citizens at a ceremony in Broomfield Park on 17th October to mark the 80th anniversary of the establishment of the UN. The ceremony included the unveiling of a restored birdbath that was presented to the citizens of Southgate in 1927 by the League of Nations Union.

'Keeping a brave face on': photographs from a time when we had to stay at home

12 September 2025

Five years after the year of Covid lockdowns, photographer Katrina Campbell brings some of her portraits of people on their doorsteps to the Arbeit Gallery. On 27th September she'll be joined by PG-based journalist Maggie Westhead to discuss those strange times that we all lived through.

Local author launches third novel this weekend

03 September 2025

Palmers Green author Stephen Cox will be launching his third novel at two events this weekend. It marks a change of genre and a switch to self-publishing.

Latest Enfield Society newsletter published

02 June 2025

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.

'This is our seat' ... but not for much longer!

09 May 2025

Local photographer Barbara Luckhurst's pictures of people and benches in Broomfield Park are still there to view on the tennis court railings, but the exhibition will be removed after the next Bank Holiday weekend (24th to 26th May).

Still time to buy tickets for the Big Fat Raffle and help fund Steve Ackroyd's cancer treatment

05 May 2025

PG resident Steve Ackroyd's wife Fran has been in touch with a reminder that the draw for the Big Fat Raffle is less than a fortnight away. There are still 4000 tickets for sale and there are some fabulous prizes. If Fran can sell the remaining tickets it will help fund another three years of expensive treatment for Steve's rare condition.

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This is our Seat: Private spaces in a public park

24 March 2025

An outdoor exhibition of portrait photographs taken on benches in Broomfield Park was launched at the weekend.

A 'big fat raffle' with some first-class prizes, helping Steve continue his cancer treatment

27 February 2025

PG resident Steve Acroyd has been undergoing expensive treatment for a rare type of brain cancer. He's made tremendous progress, thanks to generous donations from others, but the money is running out. A 'big fat raffle' offers you the chance to win some excellent prizes, and Steve the chance to continue to get better.

Barney and his bridge

27 February 2025

On Monday 3rd October a bridge in Enfield Town will be formally named after a much missed local cat.

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PG optometrist recognised for 'going above and beyond for patients'

26 November 2024

A Palmers Green optometrist has been awarded a medal for clinical excellence by the founders of the Specsavers chain of opticians.

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Who said MPs were good for nothing?

10 October 2024

If you're one of those cynics who think that MPs have no skills to offer, this photo of Bambos Charalambous will prove you wrong!

Make a date with a designer extraordinaire!

07 October 2024

Whose designs, created in a studio in Southgate, have been seen everywhere from cruise liners and theatres to national retailers and London Underground? You may have spotted her work in the Midland Grand Hotel, St Pancras, on stage at the Old Vic, the National Theatre or the O2, or you may even have one of her lighting designs in your home. The answer is Dan Maier, and there are three opportunities this month to meet her.

Coming up on Sunday: The 2024 Palmers Green Festival!

28 August 2024

David Williamson promises us a great opportunity to celebrate our community at the Palmers Green Festival on Sunday 1st September.

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Art Is ... unique, inspiring and transformative

20 August 2024

Friends of Broomfield Park in collaboration with Bourne Hill Care invite you to the ART IS exhibition, which showcases the powerful expressions of some unique artists who are in care in our community. The exhibition is open daily until the end of August at the Southgate Club in Chase Side (near Southgate Station).

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