Hampstead news

Hampstead Underground Station in 1907 not long after it was opened by the Charing Cross, Euston and Hampstead Railway. It was so deep that it had a 55 foot lift shaft and 320 steps from the platform to street level

London Underground

Two remarkable photos tell the story of London Underground’s deepest Tube station

The prime minister has reopened the conversation on Britain's relationship with Europe (Image: PA)

The prime minister has reopened the conversation on Britain's relationship with Europe (Image: PA)

Why our relationship with Europe is too important to remain a political taboo

Five new drinking fountains have been installed on Hampstead Heath (Image: City of London Corporation)

Five new drinking fountains have been installed on Hampstead Heath (Image: City of London Corporation)

City of London Corporation

From battling moths to winning gold: a busy season for Hampstead Heath

The Priory in Upper Terrace Hampstead is an award-winning and unique modernist house which is the subject of a controversial planning application.

The Priory in Upper Terrace Hampstead is an award-winning and unique modernist house which is the subject of a controversial planning application.

Planning and development

Plans for award-winning £10m modern Hampstead home 'will harm unique masterpiece'

Christmas on the Heath sees Zippos Circus pitch their big top on the Lower Fairground site to bring a magical festive adventure along with daring stunts.

Christmas on the Heath sees Zippos Circus pitch their big top on the Lower Fairground site to bring a magical festive adventure along with daring stunts.

Hampstead Heath

'Spectacular' Christmas circus and funfair coming to Hampstead Heath this winter

Highgate Harriers under-16s win bronze in Southern Counties road relays

Volunteers at forum+ can get involved with a range of activities including Cooking With Pride (Image: forum+)

Volunteers at forum+ can get involved with a range of activities including Cooking With Pride (Image: forum+)

Why giving your time could make a real difference to the local LGBT community

St Thomas More Catholic School pupils thrive in the classroom (Image: St Thomas More)

St Thomas More Catholic School pupils thrive in the classroom (Image: St Thomas More)

Education Matters

Why belonging is the first step towards helping every pupil thrive

Have your say on concerns with water including pollution by completing a survey (Image: Dorothea Hackman)

Have your say on concerns with water including pollution by completing a survey (Image: Dorothea Hackman)

Could people power help turn the tide on Britain’s water crisis?

Parks like Stationers are perfect places for children to learn, develop and enjoy freedom (Image: Wikimedia)

Parks like Stationers are perfect places for children to learn, develop and enjoy freedom (Image: Wikimedia)

Why every child needs the freedom to play, explore and learn in local parks

Holt Close, Muswell Hill N10 - Lounge

Holt Close, Muswell Hill N10 - Lounge

Advertising Feature

Immaculate four-bedroom townhouse in Holt Close, Muswell Hill

A weekly Kentish Town Vegbox bag can be ordered and collected from 20 locations locally (Image: Vegbox)

A weekly Kentish Town Vegbox bag can be ordered and collected from 20 locations locally (Image: Vegbox)

Fresh from the farm: the veg bags helping a community eat more sustainably

The Salon Bal nightclub over Woodworth in Green Lanes in 1930 (Image: Historic England)

The Salon Bal nightclub over Woodworth in Green Lanes in 1930 (Image: Historic England)

History and Heritage

From ballroom dancing to Wham!: The changing face of a Green Lanes venue

During more than 30 years working for London's transport network Frank Pick commissioned the posters, font, stations and branding that has become iconic all over the world.

During more than 30 years working for London's transport network Frank Pick commissioned the posters, font, stations and branding that has become iconic all over the world.

London Underground

Blue plaque honours the man who shaped London's iconic Tube network

The unveiling of a new plaque to Andrew Marvell was attended by Dr Matthew Augustine, Francis Wilkinson, Cllr Trisha Leman, Valerie Doulton and Michael Hammerson (Image: Highgate Society)

The unveiling of a new plaque to Andrew Marvell was attended by Dr Matthew Augustine, Francis Wilkinson, Cllr Trisha Leman, Valerie Doulton and Michael Hammerson (Image: Highgate Society)

Highgate Society

A new plaque brings poet’s words home to Highgate after centuries

Oren deli opens in Oriel Court Hampstead on November 1.

Oren deli opens in Oriel Court Hampstead on November 1.

Mediterranean deli and bakery opens in Hampstead from chef with a Michelin nod

Music is an integral part of life at University College School (Image: UCS)

Music is an integral part of life at University College School (Image: UCS)

Education Matters

University College School (UCS)

Young musicians hit all the right notes as new pupils take centre stage

The Most Revd Richard Moth, the archbishop of Westminster, cut the cake to mark the 140th anniversary of St Paul's Catholic School (Image: St Paul's)

The Most Revd Richard Moth, the archbishop of Westminster, cut the cake to mark the 140th anniversary of St Paul's Catholic School (Image: St Paul's)

Spotlight on Schools

St Paul's Catholic School, Wood Green

The school still helping children thrive after 140 years

18th Century English Heritage mansion Kenwood House on Hampstead Heath will close on Friday October 22 along with the cafe and grounds due to fears over Storm Austen.

18th Century English Heritage mansion Kenwood House on Hampstead Heath will close on Friday October 22 along with the cafe and grounds due to fears over Storm Austen.

Hampstead Heath play areas and mansion close due to predicted gale force winds

Priory Road, NW6 - Lounge

Priory Road, NW6 - Lounge

Advertising Feature

A Victorian conversion garden apartment on Priory Road, Kilburn

Highgate Cemetery is on the culture trail

Highgate Cemetery is on the culture trail

'Beautiful' Hampstead Heath walking trail takes you past homes of literary greats

Moira Lascelles

Moira Lascelles

Cultural attractions

Burgh House director vows to keep Hampstead exhibitions free and open to all

Hero the greyhound and Comet the cat are searching for loving homes

Hero the greyhound and Comet the cat are searching for loving homes

Adopt, don't shop!

One’s a Hero, one’s a Comet and both have plenty of star quality

Andy Burnham's first promise as prime minister is to end rough sleeping (Image: PA)

Andy Burnham's first promise as prime minister is to end rough sleeping (Image: PA)

Ending rough sleeping means building homes people can afford

Daniel Dubois in winning action against Fabio Wardley (Image: Queensberry Promotions)

Daniel Dubois in winning action against Fabio Wardley (Image: Queensberry Promotions)

Daniel Dubois eyes undisputed crown after devastating Fabio Wardley stoppage win

The bagels at It's Bagels which opened its fourth outlet last month in Hampstead High Street are fresh and chewy with great fillings

The bagels at It's Bagels which opened its fourth outlet last month in Hampstead High Street are fresh and chewy with great fillings

'I tried Hampstead's New York style bagel shop and they were the best I've had'

Safer cycle routes are needed in Haringey for children to travel safely (Image: Carla Francome)

Safer cycle routes are needed in Haringey for children to travel safely (Image: Carla Francome)

Haringey Council

What if Haringey’s streets were designed for children instead of cars?

The growing use of digital technology in healthcare is changing how patients access services (Image: PA)

The growing use of digital technology in healthcare is changing how patients access services (Image: PA)

Brenda Allan, patient campaigner

Technology can never replace the human touch in NHS care

Reenactors welcome members of the public to the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition at the British Museum (Image: PA)

Reenactors welcome members of the public to the Bayeux Tapestry exhibition at the British Museum (Image: PA)

From virtual queue to cattle prod, my date with the Bayeux Tapestry was a let-down

The use of technology in healthcare raises questions over data, privacy and patient services (Image: PA)

The use of technology in healthcare raises questions over data, privacy and patient services (Image: PA)

AI (Artificial Intelligence)

We’re dipping our toes into AI but do we really know how deep the water is?

The seven bed property in Redington Road Hampstead is on the market for just shy of £13m and described as an 'ambassadorial residence'

The seven bed property in Redington Road Hampstead is on the market for just shy of £13m and described as an 'ambassadorial residence'

'Ambassadorial residence' in Hampstead road loved by celebs on the market for £13m

Rokesly Junior School has explored ways to encourage reading for pleasure

Rokesly Junior School has explored ways to encourage reading for pleasure

Education Matters

From screen time to story time: simple ways to get children excited about books

The Spaniards in Hampstead is said to be haunted

The Spaniards in Hampstead is said to be haunted

One of Hampstead's oldest pubs has been named among the most haunted in the UK

Patrick Matthews and Emma Fernandez, co-owners of Hoxton Beach who run the Parliament Hill Lido Cafe as well as cafes in Queen's Park and Highgate Wood

Patrick Matthews and Emma Fernandez, co-owners of Hoxton Beach who run the Parliament Hill Lido Cafe as well as cafes in Queen's Park and Highgate Wood

Hampstead Heath

Hampstead Heath cafe battle - High Court hearing will happen within two months

Dame Joanna Lumley unveiled a plaque to Edith Durham outside 20 Ellerdale Road, Hampstead on Tuesday, October 13.

Dame Joanna Lumley unveiled a plaque to Edith Durham outside 20 Ellerdale Road, Hampstead on Tuesday, October 13.

Joanna Lumley unveils Hampstead plaque to Albania’s ‘Queen’ Edith Durham

The Christmas light switch-on in Hampstead village will take place on November 15 at 6pm with the family friendly event running from 4pm-7pm.

The Christmas light switch-on in Hampstead village will take place on November 15 at 6pm with the family friendly event running from 4pm-7pm.

Mystery celebrity to switch on Hampstead Christmas lights - date revealed

Saracens lost to Sale Sharks (pictured) before bouncing back to beat Bristol Bears (Image: PA)

Saracens lost to Sale Sharks (pictured) before bouncing back to beat Bristol Bears (Image: PA)

Gallagher PREM Rugby

Owen Farrell praises Saracens response after convincing victory over Bristol Bears

Rising Star winner DIJoN Bascombe at the Be Inclusive Hospitality Spotlight Awards

Rising Star winner DIJoN Bascombe at the Be Inclusive Hospitality Spotlight Awards

Hampstead chef on 'mission' to serve gluten free pizza takes home rising star award

Patrick Matthews with his wife Emma Fernandez who have won the right to a judicial review of the decision to hand over the leases of their cafes at Parliament Hill Lido, Queen's Park and Highgate Wood

Patrick Matthews with his wife Emma Fernandez who have won the right to a judicial review of the decision to hand over the leases of their cafes at Parliament Hill Lido, Queen's Park and Highgate Wood

Hampstead Heath

Hampstead Heath cafe tenants CAN challenge decision to hand lease to Daisy Green

Christ Church C of E Primary in Hampstead is the second most in demand school in the borough of Camden.

Christ Church C of E Primary in Hampstead is the second most in demand school in the borough of Camden.

Ranked - the 11 most in demand primary schools across Camden

Channing Junior School is not a prep school (Image: Channing School)

Channing Junior School is not a prep school (Image: Channing School)

Education Matters

Channing School

Why Channing Junior School believes education should be about more than passing exams

Oxford Street's future is under the spotlight as pedestrianisation plans take shape (Image: PA)

Oxford Street's future is under the spotlight as pedestrianisation plans take shape (Image: PA)

Local government

How London's next 25 years are being shaped today

October 4 marked 90 years since the Battle of Cable Street (Image: Bishopsgate Institute)

October 4 marked 90 years since the Battle of Cable Street (Image: Bishopsgate Institute)

Battle of Cable Street

The lesson from Cable Street we cannot afford to forget today

Lime bikes are among the issues attracting complaints from residents and businesses in Hampstead (Image: Newsquest)

Lime bikes are among the issues attracting complaints from residents and businesses in Hampstead (Image: Newsquest)

Cllr Linda Chung

Why criminals no longer have Hampstead all their own way

The annual Conker Championships took place on Hampstead Heath last weekend and the autumn school term gets properly going (Image: Dieter Perry)

The annual Conker Championships took place on Hampstead Heath last weekend and the autumn school term gets properly going (Image: Dieter Perry)

Hampstead Heath

Why leaving Heath Hands feels like saying goodbye to a dream job

Creative subjects such as art are among the enrichment opportunities Highgate Primary hopes to safeguard through community support (Image: Highgate Primary)

Creative subjects such as art are among the enrichment opportunities Highgate Primary hopes to safeguard through community support (Image: Highgate Primary)

Education Matters

Highgate Primary School

It takes a village... and a few pounds a month to run a school

Old Grove House was once the home of film director Sir Ridley Scott and boasts a 120-foot walled garden laid out in formal style.

Old Grove House was once the home of film director Sir Ridley Scott and boasts a 120-foot walled garden laid out in formal style.

Grand Hampstead mansion once owned by Sir Ridley Scott unsold after nearly six months

Girls from La Sainte Union's STEM Club enjoyed a four-day trip to Amsterdam (Image: LSU)

Girls from La Sainte Union's STEM Club enjoyed a four-day trip to Amsterdam (Image: LSU)

Education Matters

La Sainte Union Catholic School

From moon walks to meteorites: Girls aim for the stars at Highgate school

The Heath Street Bakehouse closed suddenly in September 2025, now a planning application has been lodged to turn the Grade II listed building into a vet surgery.

The Heath Street Bakehouse closed suddenly in September 2025, now a planning application has been lodged to turn the Grade II listed building into a vet surgery.

Historic Hampstead former pub and bakery looks set to be turned into a vet surgery

83 -84 Hampstead High Street was a Cote Brasserie which closed two years ago and the site has stood empty ever since.

83 -84 Hampstead High Street was a Cote Brasserie which closed two years ago and the site has stood empty ever since.

Mediterranean cocktail bar and restaurant moves into former Cote site in Hampstead

The new limestone fountain for dogs and walkers on Hampstead Heath was unveiled earlier this week in Lime Avenue

The new limestone fountain for dogs and walkers on Hampstead Heath was unveiled earlier this week in Lime Avenue

Hampstead Heath

Animal lover and Hampstead Heath champion leaves legacy to thirsty dogs and walkers

Saracens in action against Sales Sharks last Sunday (Image: PA)

Saracens in action against Sales Sharks last Sunday (Image: PA)

Gallagher PREM Rugby

Saracens punished by Sale despite lengthy two-man advantage

The Magdala Tavern in South Hill Park reopened following a pest infestation which forced its closure

The Magdala Tavern in South Hill Park reopened following a pest infestation which forced its closure

Hampstead pub closed due to pest infestation is now pouring pints again

An exercise class for seniors held at Hornsey Vale Community Centre has been awarded £2,000 from the National Lottery Community Fund (Image: Google Maps)

An exercise class for seniors held at Hornsey Vale Community Centre has been awarded £2,000 from the National Lottery Community Fund (Image: Google Maps)

Lottery boost secures future of cherished Hornsey seniors exercise group