The Tweets of the Week in the London Borough of Barnet - 2nd July 2023

How's my week been? We'll leave that there.

I've long thought this feature needs a picture. But what sums up Barnet? We need an image that encapsulates the Borough. Barnet is not the West End or Camden Town, but it is a wonderful place with a fascinating history. The Battle of Barnet was the key battle of the English Civil War. Hendon was the key in the development of flying. Cricklewood had studios and Bentley cars originated there. The musical history is rich and we have the largest population of any London Borough, but the logo is boring and anonymous. Surely this needs changing. 

If you see the amazing murals at Cricklewood station (see the video at the end of this feature) you'll see what can be done with imagination.

More to the point, what have the Tweeters of the Borough of Barnet been up to. We skipped this feature for a couple of weeks due to the Mill Hill Music Festival, but we are back with a bang!

1. We all know that Wimbledon is starting, but did you know yesterday saw the start of the Pre Season Friendlies in the football world. Sorry to have missed this

Pre-season opener sees @BroadfieldsUtd ease past @hadleyfc 3-1 ... where the MOTM was the bright young 18 year old referee ... who was on top of everything #sixinharrow pic.twitter.com/1tHW3Pe9g3

— Charlie Churchill (@MrCChurchill) July 1, 2023

2. Whilst on the subject of local football, this made me feel nostalgic. Like much of the best of Edgware, now only a distant memory

Edgware Town was full of character. A high rises main stand built following a fire to the original one. A long covered terrace in the opposite side with a narrow pathway at one end and a banked concrete/grass terrace at the other.

Night games were particularly memorable. pic.twitter.com/AiQlkN6Dbi

— Lostnonleaguegrounds (@Lostnonleague) June 30, 2023

3. If you are a Burnt Oaker, this is worth a look

📢 We want to hear from you! Share your feedback on the initial proposals to improve the public space in Burnt Oak Town Centre. The consultation ends 1 Aug. Access the survey here👉 https://t.co/aTm7gkqLqa
Printed copies are also available at the reception of Burnt Oak Library. pic.twitter.com/uorScHjxwZ

— Barnet Council (@BarnetCouncil) June 29, 2023

4. We agree!

How wonderful 😍 https://t.co/YL2yWfCwhN

— Finchley N3, N12 Pollinator Project (@FinchleyPollin) July 1, 2023

5. I love a bit of Nepalese cuisine. This is on the list!

Real pleasure to visit Pokhara tonight- new Nepalese & Indian restaurant in Cricklewood. My friend Raju, who used to manage Khana, is running it.

Brilliant staff & wonderful food!#LetsDoLondon pic.twitter.com/6KVYllVMMb

— Cllr Anne Clarke AM (@anne_clarke) June 30, 2023

6. Work Experience, Mill Hill style!

Work experience at Mill Hill Music Complex with Brendan training Lily in key skills pic.twitter.com/0Rx4HQQ3BT

— #MillHillMusicComplex (@MillHillMusicCo) June 29, 2023

7. This tweet rather fascinated me. I know nothing of #Akum and I'd never heard of the Cavendish Banqueting suit in Colindale. Me? I love a good banquet , so I guess it may come in handy one day!

Day one of #Akum Welfare Association International Cultural #Convention in pictures.

Thousands were present at the Cavendish Banqueting suite in Colindale, #London to celebrate culture and raise funds for displaced and orphaned children. #Cameroon pic.twitter.com/5CYnyrWmxp

— Mimi Mefo Info (@MimiMefoInfo) July 1, 2023

8. A date for your diary

New Name, New Venue, New Day
The Colindale Barnet Folk Club
The Bull Theatre
The third Friday of the month.

Restarting on 21st July, with @Phil_Maguire_ - https://t.co/FVTAbsSJtm
Tickets from https://t.co/KwMmzkmpk7 or £6 on the night. pic.twitter.com/umFipKjJcu

— Colindale Barnet Folk Club (@ColindaleFolk) June 30, 2023

9. Progress on the Borough's newest station!

🧐The East side view : main entrance and On upper level , entry to platforms #BrentCross West a new station for #Thameslink #Cricklewood #TrackTeam 🚧🦺 pic.twitter.com/aQYo3bSISz

— Robin Morel 🦺 (@13milepost) June 28, 2023

10. Why not indeed!

It’s Sunday, it’s July, why not check out Darlands nature reserve. You can start with a pint at the @AdamAndEveNW7 and finish at the @OrangeTreePub pic.twitter.com/7SfrXzbl92

— A Better Mill Hill 🔸🌈🇬🇧🇪🇺 (@ABetterMillHill) July 2, 2023

As promised!