Welcome to Barnet

Barnet is a suburban district located in the north of Greater London. It is known for its rich history, beautiful parks, and diverse community. The area is home to several landmarks, including the famous Battle of Barnet site, which is a popular tourist attraction. Barnet is also known for its excellent transport links, making it easy to access other parts of London and beyond.

One of the most notable features of Barnet is its green spaces. The area is home to several parks, including the popular Victoria Park and the beautiful Oak Hill Park. These parks offer a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life and are perfect for picnics, walks, and other outdoor activities. Barnet is also home to several nature reserves, including the Brent Reservoir, which is a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts.

Barnet is a vibrant and diverse community, with a rich cultural heritage. The area is home to several museums and galleries, including the Barnet Museum and the Artsdepot. These institutions showcase the history and culture of the area, and provide a platform for local artists and performers. Barnet is also known for its excellent schools, making it a popular choice for families looking to settle in the area.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 11.2°C

Feels Like: 8.6°C

Wind: 14.3 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Susi Earnshaw Theatre School Other Independent School Ages:9-16 Head Teacher Mrs Julia Hammond	68 High Street Barnet Hertfordshire EN5 5SJ 2084415010 School Website
Barnet And Southgate College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Mr Darren Mepham	Wood Street Barnet Hertfordshire EN5 4AZ 2082008300 School Website
Queen Elizabeths Girls School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Violet Walker	High Street Barnet Greater London EN5 5RR 02084492984 School Website
St Catherines Rc School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Maureen Kelly	Vale Drive Barnet Greater London EN5 2ED 02084404946 School Website
Ark Pioneer Academy Free Schools Ages:11-19 Head Teacher Ms Aishling Ryan	Westcombe Drive Barnet EN5 2BE 2037874090 School Website
Foulds School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mrs Kim Sanett	Byng Road Barnet Greater London EN5 4NR 02084492714 School Website
Underhill School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mr Jennie Reed And Nicola Hayles	Mays Lane Barnet Greater London EN5 2LZ 02084492423 School Website
Queen Elizabeths School Barnet Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Neil Enright	Queen's Road Barnet Greater London EN5 4DQ 02084414646 School Website
Christ Church Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Elena Print	Byng Road Barnet Greater London EN5 4NS 02084402198 School Website
Whitings Hill Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Deepa Samani	Whitings Road Barnet Greater London EN5 2QY 02083595360 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
New Barnet Station Approach, New Barnet, Greater London, EN5 1QT 1.16 Miles

Hadley Wood Crescent West, Hadley Wood, Greater London, EN4 0EL 1.50 Miles

Oakleigh Park Oakleigh Park North / Alverstone Av, Oakleigh Park, Greater London, EN5 1BU 1.60 Miles

Potters Bar Darkes Lane, Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, EN6 1AJ 3.06 Miles

Mill Hill Broadway Station Road, Mill Hill, Greater London, NW7 2JU 3.44 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Metro Radio Cars 020 8441 4141 2A Moxon Street, Barnet, Greater London, EN5 5TS 0.07 Miles
Diamond Cars 020 8440 0550 2 Park Rd, Barnet, Greater London, EN5 5SQ 0.08 Miles
Finchley Mini Cabs 020 8446 5544 45 Dollis Valley Way, Barnet, Greater London, EN5 2TT 0.58 Miles
Barnett Taxis 020 8441 8381 10 Sampson Avenue, Barnet, Greater London, EN5 2RN 0.70 Miles
Barnet Licence Taxis 020 8441 8381 10 Sampson Av, Barnet, Greater London, EN5 2RN 0.70 Miles
Star Cars Ltd 020 8447 1980 5 Plantagenet Road, Barnet, Greater London, EN5 5JG 0.83 Miles
Fleet Travel Solutions 0800 032 8970 40 Kings Road, Barnet, Greater London, EN5 4EG 0.86 Miles
Kerri Car And Transport Services Ltd 020 8441 7777 11 Lytton Road, Barnet, Greater London, EN5 5BX 1.02 Miles
Kerri Car And Eagle Couriers 020 8447 1616 Lytton Rd, Barnet, Greater London, EN5 5BX 1.02 Miles
Pegasus Executive Ltd 020 8449 7094 11 Lytton Road, Barnet, Greater London, EN5 5BX 1.02 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
En5 Park Road Barnet Herts Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Park Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Fitzjohn Avenue Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Barnet P.O Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Normandy Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Meadway Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Bedford Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wyburn Avenue Weekday Last Collection:17:45 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Milton Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Drive/Staplyton Road Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Hadley Parade No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
En5 Hadley Parade Business Box Barnet Weekday Last Collection:18:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Spires Libary Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Grove Court Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hillside Gardens Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
The Old Court House Surgery 020 84492388	The Old Court House 27 Wood Street Barnet Hertfordshire EN5 4BB
Longrove Surgery 020 83706660	Vale Drive Primary C/Ctr Barnet Hertfordshire EN5 2ED
Gloucester Road Surgery 020 84497677	Vale Drive Health Centre Vale Drive Barnet Hertfordshire EN5 2ED
Longrove Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Longrove Surgery Vale Drive Barnet EN5 2ED
Addington Medical Centre 020 84414425	Addington Medical Centre 46 Station Road New Barnet Hertfordshire EN5 1QH

Local Stores

Mays Lane
187 Mays Lane
Barnet
Greater London
EN5 2DY
02084 406645
Store Website
0.52 miles

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SPAR - Harvest - Staples Corner
383 Edgeware Road
London
NW2 6LD
0208 4527294
Store Website
6.1 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Vets Now Barnet
C/O Wood Street Veterinary Hospital 74 Wood Lane Barnet Hertfordshire EN5 4BW 0208 841 2555 barnetclinic@vets-now.com Website 0.25 miles

Animals Treated
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Wood Street Veterinary Hospital
74 Wood Street Barnet Hertfordshire EN5 4BW 020 8449 0074 reception@woodstreetvethospital.co.uk Website 0.25 miles
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East Barnet Veterinary Practice Ltd
1 Cat Hill East Barnet Barnet Hertfordshire EN4 8HG 0208 440 5742 ralph.bailey@eastbarnetvets.com Website 1.72 miles
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Medivet Cockfosters
121-123 Cockfosters Road Cockfosters Barnet Hertfordshire EN4 0DA 020 8275 0330 cockfosters@medivet.co.uk Website 2.20 miles
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Cockfosters Veterinary Surgery
23 Heddon Court Parade Cockfosters Road Cockfosters Hertfordshire EN4 0DB 020 8102 0484 reception@cockfostersvetsurgery.co.uk Website 2.25 miles
Amenities

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Out of Hours Service: Wood Street Veterinary Hospital EN5 4BW 02084490074
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Out of Hours Service: Wood Street Veterinary Hospital EN5 4BW 02084490074
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Out of Hours Service: Wood Street Veterinary Hospital EN5 4BW 02084490074
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Out of Hours Service: Wood Street Veterinary Hospital EN5 4BW 02084490074

The Vet Whetstone
247 Oakleigh Road North Whetstone London N20 0TX 020 8368 9798 callthevet@live.co.uk 2.45 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Fir And Pond Woods
Coopers Ln Rd Cuffley Potters BAR EN6 3.48 miles Entrance Is Located Directly Opposite The Oshwal Centre (Jain Temple) On Coopers Lane Road. Do Not Turn Into The Gates, But There Is Instead A Tiny Layby With Space For A Few Cars With Access To The Woods Via A Kissing Gate.

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Secret Park (Short Fun Walk)
It's Between Two Small Parks. One Has A Hill And A Pond Where Ducks Come! Sometimes! The Other Part Is Around A Giant Crater-Like Ground. 11 Pegasus Way London Lancashire N11 3PW 3.77 miles There Are 2 Different Parks You Will See Them Both.

Location what3words guard.react.legal

Northaw Great Wood
The Ridges The Ridgeway Northaw 5.17 miles Signposted From The Ridgeway On A White Sign - &Quot;Great Wood&Quot;

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Stanmore Country Park
Lovely Views Over London. Circular Walk And Woodland/Pasture Walk. Nature Trail And Good Pathways. 2 Wood Ln 5.18 miles

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Colney Heath
The Mill House Coursers Rd Colney Heath Lancashire 6.22 miles

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Hampstead Heath
A Circular Dog Friendly Walk Around Hampstead Heath. Hampstead Heath Offers A Varied Collection Of Natural Habitats, Historical Features And Great Views. This Walking Route Lets You Explore These. Lancashire NW5 1NB 6.94 miles Located Just Four Miles From Trafalgar Square.

Weather Forecast

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Temp	-13.3°C	-14.2°C	-14.9°C	-15.4°C	-15.5°C	-14°C	-11.6°C	-9.5°C	-8°C	-7.2°C	-8.2°C	-9.5°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22.9°C	-23.5°C	-23.1°C	-23°C	-21.9°C	-17.6°C	-14.3°C	-11.1°C	-10.1°C	-12.2°C	-14.8°C

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Temp	-9.5°C	-8.4°C	-7.4°C	-6.6°C	-5.2°C	-2.6°C	0.9°C	3.6°C	4.1°C	2.6°C	0.6°C	-4.8°C
Feels Like	-15.3°C	-14.7°C	-14°C	-13.5°C	-12.3°C	-9.3°C	-4.8°C	-1.1°C	-0.1°C	-1.2°C	-3.2°C	-9.5°C

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