Welcome to the community website of Alexandra Park neighbourhood in London. Our aim is to encourage interaction, both online and in person, between local people in Alexandra Park and surrounding neighbourhoods, as well as providing a channel for local information. Use it to discuss local issues, find out about local events and post your own events, create a group, recycle items...

            

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Admin’s forum post was featured
Apologies to anyone who has received a scam message from a 'Jennifer Gilbert' on their profile. This person has been suspended. 'She' was admitted to the site under a different name early today.
2 hours ago
Antonio Favata posted an event

Nov 1, 2025 from 6:00pm to 11:55pm

Karamel - 4 Coburg Rd, N22 6JU

3 hours ago
Admin posted a
Apologies to anyone who has received a scam message from a 'Jennifer Gilbert' on their profile. This person has been suspended. 'She' was admitted to the site under a different name early today.
5 hours ago
Debra Thompson replied to Debra Thompson's forum post Person needed to paint garden fence
"Hi Sarah, no that's not a problem. Yes, happy for him to pop over to have a look. If he's free, shall we arrange a day next week? We are in Perth Road in Wood Green."
7 hours ago
Sarah Lane posted an event

Nov 13, 2025 from 8:00pm to 9:30pm

Highgate Literary & Scientific Institution

10 hours ago
Cllr Alessandra Rossetti posted a
Dear all - have received communication about a Veolia initiative called Veolia Orchard. This initiative intends to provide small orchards of 5 young fruit trees. The scheme has been extended this year to include applications for strawberry plants as…
13 hours ago
Janey Hagger’s forum post was featured
A chance to visit artists in their own homes and studios and at various locations around the area.https://www.instagram.com/openstudiosmhap?igsh=cWxhY2N3Yzh3MGN3Precise location maps available at all venues, including the Pavillion at Oliver Tambo…
16 hours ago
Admin posted a
Judging by their previous hilarious documentary, Bank Job, this promises to be both fun and inspiring. Thanks to Muswell Hill Sustainability Group for arranging this screening with the Phoenix!
Power Station at the Phoenix
From the Phoenix cinema…
yesterday
Admin posted a
From Haringey Council:
Help us shape the future of Haringey


As part of the process of preparing a New Local Plan for the borough, Haringey Council is now consulting on a Draft Local Plan.
The Draft Local Plan represents the Council’s 15-year…
yesterday
Sarah replied to Debra Thompson's forum post Person needed to paint garden fence
"Hi Debra, 
Long story - he's actually a secondary school teacher but lost his voice 5 months ago so has been unable to work. In the meantime has been doing handy man jobs for neighbours. He's very capable but understand if you'd prefer someone with…"
Friday
Debra Thompson replied to Debra Thompson's forum post Person needed to paint garden fence
"Hi Sarah
thanks for that. What does your husband do? I'll give him an email.
😀"
Friday
Sarah replied to Debra Thompson's forum post Person needed to paint garden fence
"Hi Debra,
My husband might be able to help you. He's happy to pop round to discuss. His email address is bazh77@gmail.com if you wish to contact him. 
Thanks, Sarah "
Thursday
Lucy Nabijou replied to Susie Holden's forum post Jam jars available
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Thursday
Susie Holden replied to Susie Holden's forum post Jam jars available
"Lucy they are yours! I'll send you a message to arrange delivery.
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Thursday
Lisa Quarticelli is now a member of Alexandra Park Neighbours
Thursday
Lucy Nabijou replied to Susie Holden's forum post Jam jars available
"Hi Susie,
I'd definitely be interested in these if they're still available!
Lucy"
Thursday
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Events and Activities


 

What’s on at Karamel in October?

Thursday 9 October – Hunter Muskett at Bowes Park Folk Club at Mum’s Bistro, 143 Myddleton Road N22, 7.45pm.

Saturday 11 to Sunday 12 October – Open Studios in Alexandra Park and Muswell Hill, 11am-5pm. A chance to visit artists in their own homes and studios and at various locations around the area.

Saturday 11 October – Lunchtime Concert at St. Andrew’s Church, 1pm. Handel, Mozart, Bernstein and more.

Wednesday 15 October – Let’s Get Fit for Winter with Action and Discussion at Hornsey Parish Church Hall, Cranley Gardens, 1.30-3pm.

Saturday 18 October – Muswell Hill Creatives Make and Mend Festival at Hornsey Parish Church Hall, 140 Cranley Gardens N10, 1-5.30pm. Including a Learn Block Printing workshop.

Saturday 8 November – Lunchtime Concert at St. Andrew’s Church, 1pm. Cafe-Theatre in French.

Monday 10 to Saturday 15 November – A play called ‘Private View’ at Greenwich Theatre (Studio), matinee or evening.

 


Ongoing courses and activities

1st Impression – an exhibition by Running Jump members at Karamel, Coburg Road.

Life drawing sessions – alternate Saturdays during term time at Rhodes Avenue Primary School, 1-3pm.

Illustrating children’s books, course for adults – Wednesday mornings at the Green Shed, Muswell Hill, 10- 11.30am. 19 August – 24 September.

H.A.T.E. Club - Hobby and Tabletop enthusiasts, adult-only gaming club - Wednesday evenings at Karamel, 5.30-10.30pm.

Painting for Adults – Thursdays at CUFOS Community Centre (the old railway station), Top of The Avenue N10, 10-12.30pm or 1.30-4pm. Term-time.

Free Martial Arts for Teenagers on Saturdays from 2 August to 4 September Alexandra Park School, 5-8pm.

Haringey Circle: late morning Creative Coffee Drop-In on Thursday mornings at Oita Cafe, the Green Rooms, Station road N22, 11-1.30pm.

Haringey Circle: Paws and Walk dog walk on the last Thursday of every month in Ally Pally, 10-11.30am. Meet outside Ally Pally station.

Colourwheel Art Classes for adults on Thursday mornings or afternoons at St. Andrews Church Hall, Alexandra Park Road N10 2DD. Starting 18 September.

5 and 6-a-side Football League on Wednesday evenings from 14 May to 17 December at Christ’s College, East End Road (where it meets the North Circular), East Finchley N2 0SE, 8-10pm. Leisure Leagues.

The 22nd Southgate Beavers have some free spaces for years 2 and 3 children from September.

The Highgate Literary & Scientific Institution in Pond Square is offering an exciting array of autumn courses.

Museum of Homelessness will be open from 17 April to 1 November, at the Manor House Lodge, inside Finsbury Park, Seven Sisters Road N4 2DE 12.30-4.30pm.

Geekstraveganza – regular boardgame meetup on these dates at Karamel, 4 Coburg Road, Wood Green, 1-6pm.

Em Power fitness classes – 9am on Mondays & Thursdays (term time only), focusing on strength. All abilities welcome!

Fortismere Community Symphony Orchestra rehearses Tuesday evenings during term-time at Fortismere School, 7-9pm. Get in touch for more info.

Fortismere Community Choir rehearses Wednesday evenings during term-time at Fortismere School, 7-9pm. Get in touch for more info.

After School Sewing Club on Fridays at Stitch crafts, 2 Hazelwood Lane Palmers Green, 4.30-6pm. Term time.

Bowes Park Community Choir - Thursday evenings during term time at Bounds Green School, 7.15-9.15pm.

Salsa Wednesdays – Wednesday evenings at Bounds Green School, Bounds Green Road N11 2QG, 7-8pm. 

V&J Ensemble: Vocal group for ALL Singers on Wednesdays at St. Andrew's Church, Alexandra Park Road N10 (corner of Windermere Road), 6.50-8.30pm.

 

 

 

  

All Good Bookshop has many regular events - book groups of course, also music, writing, yoga - and special events .... at 35 Turunpike Lane.

Many Music and Art events are held at Karamel, including Collage Kids performance events on Saturday mornings at 11.30am. At 4 Coburg Road,

 

Wood Green N22 6UJ.

 

 

 

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A Posy for Palestine – fundraiser


It looks like some kind of peace deal might be on the horizon for Gaza. Whatever happens, Palestinians need so much assistance to keep going and then one day rebuild their lives. They face a long and weary road ahead, but we can be there for them and help light the way.

Even if a peace deal comes about, it’s still worth staying engaged with what is happening, keeping an eye on how it’s all going. Lots of details need to…

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A must-see exhibition on gardening


This week, I was lucky enough to attend the Unearthed Exhibition at the British Library. It was brilliant. The exhibition’s final day is Sunday, 10 August. Anyone interested in the history of gardening and how we garden today should try to go. It’s a wonderful mixture of beautiful botanical illustrations, ancient texts on herbs and flowers, displays of gardening equipment, and video…

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Vigils and events for Gaza in London – Summer 2025


Given the desperate plight of the people in Gaza, members of the Alexandra Palace Neighbours website may be interested in attending vigils and events for Gaza in London this summer.

“The scale of the violence and harm to civilians is unprecedented and unlike anything in living memory.” (…

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