Looking for a peaceful park or unique venue in Haringey? You’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re already familiar with the borough or considering a move, take a walk off the beaten path to discover these hidden gems in Haringey.
Railway Fields Nature Reserve
Railway Fields is a tranquil pocket of nature amongst the bustle of Harringay. This two-acre site was originally used as a railway goods yard in the 1950s – you can still come across coal here today.
Since 1986, it’s been a wildlife haven in the heart of Haringey and was declared a statutory local nature reserve in 1990. Home to lush greenery, beautiful birds and enchanting butterflies – totalling around 300 species – it’s kept a Green Flag Award since 2004.
It takes just 20 minutes to walk around, making it perfect for a stroll before heading to dinner on Green Lanes.
Comewell
Located on Antill Road opposite Tottenham Hale Retail Park, Comewell is a café and restaurant serving some of the most unique plates in North London: Plant-based Caribbean-Italian fusion cuisine. Inspired by the eponymous owner’s Jamaican-Ghanian heritage and childhood spent growing up in Milan, this charming eatery is all about connecting over delicious food. Think garden bowls, croffles and Comewell’s signature vegan patties.
If you’re living at Millstream Tower or Hale Works, it’s a strong contender for becoming one of your favourite neighbourhood hangouts.
ArtHouse Crouch End
Film lovers will feel right at home at ArtHouse Crouch End. This independent cinema and live performance space is a unique hub for culture and entertainment in Haringey.
Alongside screening independent features and streaming theatre shows direct from the West End, giving you the best seat in the house for some of the most lauded productions, it hosts discussion groups, workshops and more.
Housed in the former Salvation Army Hall on Tottenham Lane, ArtHouse Crouch End is entirely run by locals, for locals, providing a diverse and inclusive space where art, in all its forms, is celebrated in a creative setting.
New River Studios
New River Studios is a not-for-profit community arts centre and studio provider where artists of all ages and disciplines can create, learn and collaborate.
Located in Harringay Warehouse District in a former furniture depot, the venue offers a broad range of facilities, including a performance space, recording studios and a vegan-friendly pizza kitchen. It hosts various events, from gigs and pop-ups to workshops, exhibitions and educational programmes. And while you’re there, you might even make friends with Bagel, the resident cat.
The All Good Bookshop
The All Good Bookshop on Turnpike Lane in Hornsey is so much more than a place to buy books. It’s a local creative hub and community-run co-operativethat celebrates all things literary. Numerous groups use the shop as a base for getting together, including the requisite book club and writing group. It also hosts events like art exhibitions, talks and spoken word performances.
What’s more, at the back of the shop, you’ll find a community garden offering a serene place to relax with a good book or enjoy a moment of pause.
These are just some of the hidden gems waiting to be discovered when you live in Haringey. Learn more about the borough and find Shared Ownership homes for sale in our guide to Haringey.
