Creative writing and poetry workshop
The Boogaloo 312 Archway Road, LondonJoin writer & poet Laurie Bolger for a fun & generative session. All levels welcome. Book via Eventbrite. www.linktr.ee/LaurieBolger
£12 – £15
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The Poetry Lounge
The Boogaloo 312 Archway Road, LondonNew work by Laurie Bolger, Open mic and enter the Pink Plaque-inspired limerick competition. Book via Eventbrite.
Extra Shift
Both Gallery 323 Archway Road, LondonA group exhibition of women artists creating work amidst the challenges, responsibilities and joys of motherhood. Curated by gallery directors Donna Poingdestre and Justine Hounam with Alicia Pivaro. Runs from 7th - 23rd June - open 12 - 4pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Free
London Open Gardens at Omved
Omved Townsend Yard, London, United KingdomOmVed Gardens will be part of London Parks & Gardens 2024 and run a series of tours throughout the day. London Open Gardens is celebrating 25 years of unique public access to over 100 secret or usually-closed special gardens for one special summer weekend, and OmVed Gardens will be part of the programme. Tickets offer […]
£5
Animal Art on Archway
Souvenir Gallery 249 Archway Road, LondonThe work of a curated selection of independent artists exploring the animal kingdom. Signed illustrations, greetings cards, and handmade gifts for sale. Artists include Mat Mabe, Ben Rothery, Jo Chambers and Daniel Mackie.
Free
Holly Lodge Estate Centenary Exhibition
Holly Lodge Community Centre 30 Makepeace Avenue, LondonALSO June 15 and 16 11am - 6pm. As part of the centenary celebrations for the Holly Lodge Estate, the Community Centre has curated an exhibition on the history of the estate together with a new film from Anne-Marie Copestake that considers the legacies and lives of the Holly Lodge community, through the voices of […]
Free
Fair in the Square
Pond Square Highgate Village, London, United KingdomThe amazing Fair in the Square returns with stalls, entertainment, food and music. Friends and neighbours come together in the Village for a fun day out and welcome visitors from further afield. The Highgate Festival team will be at our stall handing out programmes and free Highgate Festival bags. Pop by and say hi!
Free
Cold Comfort Farm in Highgate: Stella Gibbons walk
Discover more about Stella Gibbons, author of more than 20 books, who lived in Holly Lodge Estate. Meet at The Gatehouse, 1 North Road, N6 4BD
£10 – £15
Opening the Crypt at St Michael’s
St Michaels Church South Grove, LondonThe St Michael's crypt will be open for visitors to inspect the 17th century wine cellar behind which is buried the poet Samuel Taylor Coleridge and members of his family. A statue of STC will be on public display for the first time, and short lectures on the poet's life, and death, in Highgate, and […]
Free
‘Birdsong and a bathroom’
LUX Waterlow Park Centre, LondonA new solo exhibition by Glasgow-based artist Anne-Marie Copestake explores the life of the iconic Holly Lodge Estate. The film considers the legacies and lives of the Holly Lodge community, through the voices of past and present residents. Presented by LUX in collaboration with the Holly Lodge Community Centre, the exhibition will be accompanied by […]
Free
A Field Guide to Spring: Garden Treasure Hunt
Omved Townsend Yard, London, United KingdomA garden treasure hunt for children aged 6-10, based on Gabby Dawnay new book A Field Guide to Spring. A Field Guide to Spring is a pocket-sized introduction to spring inspired by the Forest School movement. The workshop will celebrate the new season and encourage children to develop their curiosity, creativity and connection with nature. More information and […]
£7.20 – £12.00
Women of Highgate: A guided walk
Join me for a fascinating walking tour through Highgate Village, dedicated to celebrating some of the remarkable women linked to the area, many of whom are featured in the Pink Plaques project. From renowned philanthropist Angela Burdett Coutts to royal mistress Nell Gwynn, discover the inspiring stories of scientists, business women, activists and creatives – […]
£15
Highgate Society Street Stall
Information stall in celebration of the Big Help Out Day. Old 271 space, Highgate High Street, N6 6BS
free
Open Garden: Wildlife and kitchen garden in Highgate
See how to encourage biodiversity and wildlife in an urban setting. Wander through Claudia's wildlife and kitchen garden, eat delicious homemade cakes & savoury food, meet your community, and perhaps get inspired. 35 Langbourne Avenue, N6 6PS Book tickets: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/growinggreenclimateactioncic1/1168455
Free
Roasts and Reels
Brendan the Navigator 90 Highgate Hill, LondonTraditional Irish music session with pints, food and craic!
Free