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THE LATE MR SAINSBURY
An article from the Hornsey Journal, 5 January 1928
The death occurred at his residence “Bishopsfield” Broadlands-road, Highgate on Tuesday of Mr John James Sainsbury, the founder of the well-known firm of provision merchants. [Read more…] about THE LATE MR SAINSBURY
“Paul the Paper” leaves Crouch End
In a fast changing world, elements of stability and continuity are treasured.
Crouch End lost one of its favourite and most enduring landmarks at the end of February 2021 when Paul Saxton clicked the padlock of his kiosk for the last time. [Read more…] about “Paul the Paper” leaves Crouch End
Hornsey in History
A 1972 series of Hornsey Journal articles by Ian Murray,
first Chairman of Hornsey Historical Society and Haringey Borough Archivist
No.6: Danelaw, manor and parish
For 12 years, from 874, Hornsey was part of the Danelaw, that part of the country under the control of the Danes, until it was liberated by Alfred the Great. [Read more…] about Hornsey in History
The 2021 HHS Bulletin
Bulletin 62 marks the 50th anniversary of the founding of the HHS in 1971, and while we could not celebrate the occasion as we had hoped, due to the pandemic, maybe this issue, with its special cover, will afford some consolation. [Read more…] about The 2021 HHS Bulletin
The Hornsey Enclosure Act 1813
By David Frith
This fascinating and well researched book examines the detailed provisions of the Hornsey Enclosure Act of 1813 and their effect on the subsequent development of the ancient Parish of Hornsey. [Read more…] about The Hornsey Enclosure Act 1813
Muswell Hill Quiz
How well do you know the history of Muswell Hill? Test yourself in this short quiz. [Read more…] about Muswell Hill Quiz
The Archway Inquiry: A First Hand Account
This article by Pamela Jefferys links with two previous ones on the history of the Archway Road and Highgate which were written in connection with the Archway Road Inquiry 1973. This had been prompted by a proposal to develop a motorway-standard dual carriageway road from the Wellington pub junction, north of Highgate village, and the old London County Council boundary at Archway Bridge. That proposal would have meant, (i) the demolition of about 170 houses and shops, (ii) increased deterioration in the environment, (iii) a blight on property and on the lives of many people in the area. [Read more…] about The Archway Inquiry: A First Hand Account
Under the Floor Boards
Crouch End man Nigel Moore was recently told by his father he remembered that back in 1968 (when gas pipes were being installed) he had spotted some items in the cellar space underneath the hallway. [Read more…] about Under the Floor Boards
W E Henley
William Ernest Henley (1849 – 1903) was an English poet, critic and editor of a series of literary
magazines and journals. [Read more…] about W E Henley
WOOD GREEN SNOWBOUND
An article from the North Middlesex Chronicle, 10th February 1940
The snowfall at Wood Green last week caused great losses to shopkeepers, and never has there been weather so bitter but underfoot the conditions were not so bad as last year, [Read more…] about WOOD GREEN SNOWBOUND