The French Circle will kick off the 25-26 season with a get-together in 10A South Grove, at 7.30pm on Wednesday 3rd September. “It’s an evening of chat and catching up after the summer, all conducted in French and there will be the usual nibbles, wine and juice on tap. All Francophiles are welcome to this chance to dust off your French with very patient, tolerant people! Entry is £10, cash only please, payable at the door.”
Saturday 6th September 2025 from 9.30am – 2.00pm
> * St Michael’s Primary School, North Road, Highgate N6 4BG
> * Entry £2.50. ( we suggest you bring cards and also cash)
> * Free entry for Plant Heritage members, under 18’s, those accompanied by their carers.
> * Some local free parking.
> * check out www.tfl.gov.Uk for public transport
> Looking forward to seeing you then.
> London Plant Heritage
> Www.plantheritage.org.uk
Do come along to meet your neighbours, enjoy a good cup of coffee and find out what is happening in Highgate.
The planning committee often have someone on hand to answer planning queries.
Kate Griffin (UK banjo player) and Matchume Zango (Mozambique multi-instrumentalist) are forging a new cross-cultural collaboration celebrating the universal power of traditional music. They both bring echoes of their respective traditions to a vibrant new sound full of world rhythms, contemporary song-writing and joy.
Kate and Matchume are both experienced collaborators in their own right and the binding force of their collaboration is freedom to explore genres on their traditional instruments: for Kate the clawhammer banjo and Matchume the timbila. Matchume is a renowned international artist working in performance, theatre, dance and film, and has recorded several albums with Timbila Muzimba, MoSomeBigNoise, Kubilai Khan and Forest Jam. With lineage from Zavala, Inhambane Province, the centre of Mozambique’s timbila tradition, he is regarded as one of the new masters of timbila. Kate has toured internationally with her Indo-folk collective Mishra, currently collaborating with Sufi vocalist Deepa Shakthi and has been described as ‘one of the top banjo players in the country’ by virtuoso Dan Walsh.
The annual Highgate Wood Heritage Day will be held on Sunday September 7th, from 12 to 5 pm on the sports field in the wood. The Highgate Society will be having its usual stand and display and we hope to see as many people as possible for what is always an interesting and enjoyable day.
Our children’s art classes run on a termly basis, providing children aged 5-8 with an introduction to the basics of drawing and painting.
Each week children will build on their skills learnt in previous weeks, developing their confidence and ability.
Taught by experienced, supportive, and friendly teacher Aynur Erdal, this class is the perfect opportunity to introduce your child to the world of art.
We welcome any students wishing to join after the beginning of the term and charge a pro rata rate of £15 per class until the end of the term. Please contact the office on 020 8348 8716 to book or if you have any queries about the class.
You are also welcome to book an initial taster class at a half-price rate of £7.50 ahead of booking the whole term- please call on 020 8348 8716, and we will be happy to help.
Prices:
Taster: £7.50
Autumn Term Fee: £195 (13 weeks at £15/class)
Book here.
LEARN TRADITIONAL KUNG FU & TAI CHI
from Three-Time International Gold Medallist
DANIEL SHAW-ABULAFIA
at The Highgate Society, 10A South Grove, London N6 6BS
Children: Mondays weekly, 17.45 to 18.30 from September 26th
Adults: Mondays weekly, 18.30 to 19.30 from September 26th
COME TO A FREE TRIAL CLASS!
The class is suitable for beginners and is friendly and inclusive. Style is Hatha yoga with various influences – gentle, but still delivering strength and flexibility. Come and try a class to enhance your sense of wellbeing, release stress and tension and to experience deep relaxation. Mats provided, free parking (for now, but check signs!) no need to book – just turn up. The class is in the beautiful church – it’s set back a bit and has big blue doors. The class is mixed level/mixed ability/mixed age. I am a registered BWY teacher and fully insured. For more info about me/my yoga, have a look at my website
Wilma Johnson
Ghosts of the Madruga
12 – 25 September
The Madrugada – the time between midnight and dawn when barriers between
the worlds are fragile and dreams and reality mingle.
Wilma Johnson creates vivid dreamscapes in which real people cross paths
with goddesses, gorgons and mythological creatures.
Many are set in her childhood home in Highgate which was destroyed by fire
– the spirit of the house has presence of its own.
Highgate Gallery. Wilma Johnson: Ghosts of the Madrugada will be open:
Friday 12 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 13 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 14 September: : 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 17 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 18 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Friday 19 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 20 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 21 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 24 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 25 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Do come along to meet your neighbours, enjoy a good cup of coffee and find out what is happening in Highgate.
The planning committee often have someone on hand to answer planning queries.
Wilma Johnson
Ghosts of the Madruga
12 – 25 September
The Madrugada – the time between midnight and dawn when barriers between
the worlds are fragile and dreams and reality mingle.
Wilma Johnson creates vivid dreamscapes in which real people cross paths
with goddesses, gorgons and mythological creatures.
Many are set in her childhood home in Highgate which was destroyed by fire
– the spirit of the house has presence of its own.
Highgate Gallery. Wilma Johnson: Ghosts of the Madrugada will be open:
Friday 12 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 13 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 14 September: : 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 17 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 18 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Friday 19 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 20 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 21 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 24 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 25 September: 13.00 – 17.00
“Wonderful, a joy” Pick of the Week, BBC Radio 4
“A seasoned professional, excellent command of the stage.” Broadway Baby
Join the ‘Emperor of Illusion’ and his magical dog, Baldwin, on a hilariously silly, death-defying adventure. Award-winning magic, puppetry, and escapology, guaranteed to entertain children and parents alike.
Wilma Johnson
Ghosts of the Madruga
12 – 25 September
The Madrugada – the time between midnight and dawn when barriers between
the worlds are fragile and dreams and reality mingle.
Wilma Johnson creates vivid dreamscapes in which real people cross paths
with goddesses, gorgons and mythological creatures.
Many are set in her childhood home in Highgate which was destroyed by fire
– the spirit of the house has presence of its own.
Highgate Gallery. Wilma Johnson: Ghosts of the Madrugada will be open:
Friday 12 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 13 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 14 September: : 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 17 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 18 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Friday 19 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 20 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 21 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 24 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 25 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Sunday 14th September
2.30 to 4.00 pm followed by tea and cake
Meet at 10A South Grove N6 6BS
Tickets £7.50 including tea and cake (accompanied children under 16 free)
Come and hear about more than 20 famous Highgate writers, including two poet laureates, and the most famous opium addict in literary history. His supplier still operates in the village!
Our children’s art classes run on a termly basis, providing children aged 5-8 with an introduction to the basics of drawing and painting.
Each week children will build on their skills learnt in previous weeks, developing their confidence and ability.
Taught by experienced, supportive, and friendly teacher Aynur Erdal, this class is the perfect opportunity to introduce your child to the world of art.
We welcome any students wishing to join after the beginning of the term and charge a pro rata rate of £15 per class until the end of the term. Please contact the office on 020 8348 8716 to book or if you have any queries about the class.
You are also welcome to book an initial taster class at a half-price rate of £7.50 ahead of booking the whole term- please call on 020 8348 8716, and we will be happy to help.
Prices:
Taster: £7.50
Autumn Term Fee: £195 (13 weeks at £15/class)
Book here.
LEARN TRADITIONAL KUNG FU & TAI CHI
from Three-Time International Gold Medallist
DANIEL SHAW-ABULAFIA
at The Highgate Society, 10A South Grove, London N6 6BS
Children: Mondays weekly, 17.45 to 18.30 from September 26th
Adults: Mondays weekly, 18.30 to 19.30 from September 26th
COME TO A FREE TRIAL CLASS!
The class is suitable for beginners and is friendly and inclusive. Style is Hatha yoga with various influences – gentle, but still delivering strength and flexibility. Come and try a class to enhance your sense of wellbeing, release stress and tension and to experience deep relaxation. Mats provided, free parking (for now, but check signs!) no need to book – just turn up. The class is in the beautiful church – it’s set back a bit and has big blue doors. The class is mixed level/mixed ability/mixed age. I am a registered BWY teacher and fully insured. For more info about me/my yoga, have a look at my website
Wilma Johnson
Ghosts of the Madruga
12 – 25 September
The Madrugada – the time between midnight and dawn when barriers between
the worlds are fragile and dreams and reality mingle.
Wilma Johnson creates vivid dreamscapes in which real people cross paths
with goddesses, gorgons and mythological creatures.
Many are set in her childhood home in Highgate which was destroyed by fire
– the spirit of the house has presence of its own.
Highgate Gallery. Wilma Johnson: Ghosts of the Madrugada will be open:
Friday 12 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 13 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 14 September: : 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 17 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 18 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Friday 19 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 20 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 21 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 24 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 25 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Wednesday 17th September
7.00 for 7.30 pm
10A South Grove N6 6BS and on Zoom
Entry £7.50 including a glass of wine (£3.00 on Zoom)
Using material from the HLSI archive Richard Webber explores the parallels that can be drawn between the Edwardian super rich and today’s elite.
Wilma Johnson
Ghosts of the Madruga
12 – 25 September
The Madrugada – the time between midnight and dawn when barriers between
the worlds are fragile and dreams and reality mingle.
Wilma Johnson creates vivid dreamscapes in which real people cross paths
with goddesses, gorgons and mythological creatures.
Many are set in her childhood home in Highgate which was destroyed by fire
– the spirit of the house has presence of its own.
Highgate Gallery. Wilma Johnson: Ghosts of the Madrugada will be open:
Friday 12 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 13 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 14 September: : 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 17 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 18 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Friday 19 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 20 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 21 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 24 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 25 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Wilma Johnson
Ghosts of the Madruga
12 – 25 September
The Madrugada – the time between midnight and dawn when barriers between
the worlds are fragile and dreams and reality mingle.
Wilma Johnson creates vivid dreamscapes in which real people cross paths
with goddesses, gorgons and mythological creatures.
Many are set in her childhood home in Highgate which was destroyed by fire
– the spirit of the house has presence of its own.
Highgate Gallery. Wilma Johnson: Ghosts of the Madrugada will be open:
Friday 12 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 13 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 14 September: : 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 17 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 18 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Friday 19 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 20 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 21 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 24 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 25 September: 13.00 – 17.00
This September, HowTheLightGetsIn London 2025 brings the world’s greatest thinkers and most exciting performers to the Capital for an unforgettable weekend of dancing, debate, and discovery! Get your Early bird tickets now!
Do come along to meet your neighbours, enjoy a good cup of coffee and find out what is happening in Highgate.
The planning committee often have someone on hand to answer planning queries.
Wilma Johnson
Ghosts of the Madruga
12 – 25 September
The Madrugada – the time between midnight and dawn when barriers between
the worlds are fragile and dreams and reality mingle.
Wilma Johnson creates vivid dreamscapes in which real people cross paths
with goddesses, gorgons and mythological creatures.
Many are set in her childhood home in Highgate which was destroyed by fire
– the spirit of the house has presence of its own.
Highgate Gallery. Wilma Johnson: Ghosts of the Madrugada will be open:
Friday 12 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 13 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 14 September: : 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 17 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 18 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Friday 19 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 20 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 21 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 24 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 25 September: 13.00 – 17.00
This September, HowTheLightGetsIn London 2025 brings the world’s greatest thinkers and most exciting performers to the Capital for an unforgettable weekend of dancing, debate, and discovery! Get your Early bird tickets now!
Come and get a behind-the-scenes look at Lauderdale House at this special free tour.
Led by two of our founding board members Peter Barber OBE and Nick Peacey MBE for a fascinating tour of the House and its history:
Discover the secret trompe l’oeil behind the stair case panels.
Hear about Lord Lauderdale’s collection of books which nearly brought the House down.
Understand the history of the ‘moving front door’.
Find out what really went on at the archaeological parties in the 1800’s.
And why the workmen in in 1582 bricked in chickens, candlesticks and shoes behind the fireplace.
Peter will lead the 11am tour, and Nick will lead the 2pm tour.
Lauderdale House is delighted to offer these free tours as part of the Open House Festival, a London-wide festival that opens up and celebrates the city’s architecture, special sites and neighbourhoods.
The tours are free of charge but due to high demand we kindly ask you to book a slot so the experience can be as pleasant as possible.
Come join us for some FREE family-fun at Lauderdale at this year’s Open House Festival!
Sunday Fun-day Workshop
Our family workshops are designed to share the history of Lauderdale House!
These relaxed, drop-in workshops are perfect for children aged 4 – 10 and include tactile and sensory activities, as well as crafts related to specific periods in Lauderdale House’s history. For September, we’re celebrating our local landmarks – you’ll get to learn about all the amazing buildings that surround us and sketch them to create a collaborative city-scape collage. You’ll also have the chance to discover the architecture of Lauderdale House, from our Tudor beams and fireplaces, to our Georgian ceiling décor – there’s almost 500 years to explore!
Please note all children must be accompanied by a parent or carer.
Family Trail: A Walk Back in Time
Learn more about Lauderdale House with your family at this free self-guided trail.
Spot the Tudor beams, find the frog in the Long Gallery ceiling and discover the story of the dog who saved the House. This free trail is designed to be followed at your own pace and can be picked up from the Lower Gallery. The first 50 of children who complete the trail will receive a chocolate treat.
Lauderdale House is delighted to offer the September workshop and free self-guided tour as part of the Open House Festival, a London-wide festival that opens up and celebrates the city’s architecture, special sites and neighbourhoods.
Wilma Johnson
Ghosts of the Madruga
12 – 25 September
The Madrugada – the time between midnight and dawn when barriers between
the worlds are fragile and dreams and reality mingle.
Wilma Johnson creates vivid dreamscapes in which real people cross paths
with goddesses, gorgons and mythological creatures.
Many are set in her childhood home in Highgate which was destroyed by fire
– the spirit of the house has presence of its own.
Highgate Gallery. Wilma Johnson: Ghosts of the Madrugada will be open:
Friday 12 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 13 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 14 September: : 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 17 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 18 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Friday 19 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 20 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 21 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 24 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 25 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Our children’s art classes run on a termly basis, providing children aged 5-8 with an introduction to the basics of drawing and painting.
Each week children will build on their skills learnt in previous weeks, developing their confidence and ability.
Taught by experienced, supportive, and friendly teacher Aynur Erdal, this class is the perfect opportunity to introduce your child to the world of art.
We welcome any students wishing to join after the beginning of the term and charge a pro rata rate of £15 per class until the end of the term. Please contact the office on 020 8348 8716 to book or if you have any queries about the class.
You are also welcome to book an initial taster class at a half-price rate of £7.50 ahead of booking the whole term- please call on 020 8348 8716, and we will be happy to help.
Prices:
Taster: £7.50
Autumn Term Fee: £195 (13 weeks at £15/class)
Book here.
LEARN TRADITIONAL KUNG FU & TAI CHI
from Three-Time International Gold Medallist
DANIEL SHAW-ABULAFIA
at The Highgate Society, 10A South Grove, London N6 6BS
Children: Mondays weekly, 17.45 to 18.30 from September 26th
Adults: Mondays weekly, 18.30 to 19.30 from September 26th
COME TO A FREE TRIAL CLASS!
The class is suitable for beginners and is friendly and inclusive. Style is Hatha yoga with various influences – gentle, but still delivering strength and flexibility. Come and try a class to enhance your sense of wellbeing, release stress and tension and to experience deep relaxation. Mats provided, free parking (for now, but check signs!) no need to book – just turn up. The class is in the beautiful church – it’s set back a bit and has big blue doors. The class is mixed level/mixed ability/mixed age. I am a registered BWY teacher and fully insured. For more info about me/my yoga, have a look at my website
Wilma Johnson
Ghosts of the Madruga
12 – 25 September
The Madrugada – the time between midnight and dawn when barriers between
the worlds are fragile and dreams and reality mingle.
Wilma Johnson creates vivid dreamscapes in which real people cross paths
with goddesses, gorgons and mythological creatures.
Many are set in her childhood home in Highgate which was destroyed by fire
– the spirit of the house has presence of its own.
Highgate Gallery. Wilma Johnson: Ghosts of the Madrugada will be open:
Friday 12 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 13 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 14 September: : 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 17 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 18 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Friday 19 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 20 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 21 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 24 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 25 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Wilma Johnson
Ghosts of the Madruga
12 – 25 September
The Madrugada – the time between midnight and dawn when barriers between
the worlds are fragile and dreams and reality mingle.
Wilma Johnson creates vivid dreamscapes in which real people cross paths
with goddesses, gorgons and mythological creatures.
Many are set in her childhood home in Highgate which was destroyed by fire
– the spirit of the house has presence of its own.
Highgate Gallery. Wilma Johnson: Ghosts of the Madrugada will be open:
Friday 12 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 13 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 14 September: : 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 17 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 18 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Friday 19 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Saturday 20 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Sunday 21 September: 10.00 – 16.00
Wednesday 24 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 25 September: 13.00 – 17.00
Thursday 25th September
6.45 for 7.00 pm
10A South Grove N6 6BS
Entry £7.50 including a glass of wine
Join Jeska Harrington Gould, Co-Founder of Growing Green, for an inspiring talk on creating nature-friendly outdoor spaces. Discover straightforward, affordable ideas to transform your garden into a haven for wildlife, all while saving time, money, and energy.
The new interactive cabaret from the creators of An Evening Without Kate Bush and Julie Madly Deeply.
Join Sarah-Louise Young as she invites you to celebrate all things tribute in this ‘joyously immersive experience’ (★★★★ The Stage). This Is Your Tribute is a musical nostalgia fest, filled with singalongs, dance breaks, wigs and wonderment from ‘an artist at the top of their game’.
Do come along to meet your neighbours, enjoy a good cup of coffee and find out what is happening in Highgate.
The planning committee often have someone on hand to answer planning queries.
Seventy minutes. Seven seasons. One vampire. This award-winning parody sees Spike retell Buffy the Vampire Slayer with razor-sharp wit, 90s nostalgia, and plenty of stakes. Perfect for super-fans and newcomers alike.
The Magical Mr West (from Morgan & West) presents Adventures in Science! Join him and his corvid Crowbert for an incredible journey into scientific principles, featuring curious contraptions, skills, and silliness.
Sunday 28th September
12 noon to 1.00 pm
10A South Grove N6 6BS
Entry £15 including a glass of Buck’s Fizz
Long term supporters of our Sunday lunchtime concerts may remember that among our very earliest performers were Sol Grimshaw and his jazz group – at that point just completing their stint at the Guildhall School of Music. Since then Sol has been a busy lad so we are delighted that he will be back with us at the end of September with a selection of lilting jazz tunes.
Our children’s art classes run on a termly basis, providing children aged 5-8 with an introduction to the basics of drawing and painting.
Each week children will build on their skills learnt in previous weeks, developing their confidence and ability.
Taught by experienced, supportive, and friendly teacher Aynur Erdal, this class is the perfect opportunity to introduce your child to the world of art.
We welcome any students wishing to join after the beginning of the term and charge a pro rata rate of £15 per class until the end of the term. Please contact the office on 020 8348 8716 to book or if you have any queries about the class.
You are also welcome to book an initial taster class at a half-price rate of £7.50 ahead of booking the whole term- please call on 020 8348 8716, and we will be happy to help.
Prices:
Taster: £7.50
Autumn Term Fee: £195 (13 weeks at £15/class)