East Finchley business news

15/02/2026

It’s wonderful to see new businesses popping up on East Finchley High Road.
We’d like to give a warm welcome to Ayadi beauty clinic, Bun Bun Pho, Bonga Coffee and Yard Sale Pizza!
Please visit them if you haven’t done so yet and show them your support.

05/12/2025

Great North Leisure Park plans rejected by council

Plans to demolish and redevelop the Great North Leisure Park in North Finchley into almost 1,500 flats have been refused by Barnet Council.

Arada London (formerly Regal), who obtained the 11 hectare site in 2023, planned to demolish the bowling alley, cinema, restaurants and leisure centre to replace them with 20 tower blocks of up to 20 storeys high, comprising 1485 new flats. A new leisure centre was to be built on adjacent land.
The scheme was rejected overwhelmingly by 8-0, with one abstention, despite council officers recommending approval.
It was rejected grounds of overdevelopment, excessive height and bulk, poor transport accessibility and a scale deemed out of character for the surrounding area.

22/11/2025

East Finchley’s Christmas Market takes place on Sunday at The Engine Rooms.
There’ll be 40 local makers, selling handmade gifts, hot and cold food, bar, music and even Christmas trees for sale.
It’s indoors and entry is free.

27/10/2025

A sad loss for East Finchley High Road 😢

WE’RE MOVING!

From 5th January 2026, after 49 wonderful years in East Finchley, we will be relocating to Staples Corner
(near Brent Cross).

We will of course continue to provide the same trusted, specialist shoe repair service that you have relied on for decades.

The only change is our new address.

To make things even easier, you can use “Send A Repair” our collect and deliver service, so your repairs can be picked up and returned to your door – bringing KOKOS’ quality craftsmanship directly to you.

We at KOKOS welcome you to join us on the next step in our journey, and look forward to serving you better than ever – whether you visit us in person or enjoy our service from home.

We want to thank you for 49 years of incredible support and loyalty
East Finchley has not only been our home for five decades, but the community has also been our family

NEW ADDRESS FROM 5TH JANUARY 2026 –
Unit G14, Atlas Business Centre, Oxgate Lane, Staples Corner, London NW2 7HJ
www.kokos.co.uk
020 8883 0876

22/10/2025

A proposed housing development in East Finchley has been slammed for ignoring the planning inspector’s ruling.

The site was ditched from Barnet Council's Local Plan as "not developable" but a fresh scheme is now proposed

06/10/2025

Congratulations to The Clissold Arms who clinched first prize for Best Community Pub in London at the Great British Pub Awards 2025.
The popular pub on Fortis Green, N2, also came second overall in the countrywide Best Community Pub awards.
To celebrate this fantastic achievement The Clissold is holding a community party on Sunday 12th October from 5pm. Come on down to celebrate!

28/09/2025

Several businesses on East Finchley High Road have been victims of break-ins and vandalism over the past week, leading to calls from the community for an increased police presence and security cameras.
Times are hard enough for independent businesses without having to deal with the upset and expense of these mindless acts!

20/08/2025

Public meeting for residents of North Finchley and surrounding areas:

Join us for a major community meeting to hear from local and regional elected representatives and others with expertise.

This is a chance to have your say on the Town Centre Masterplan and Great North Leisure Park development proposals for North Finchley!

🗓 Thursday 9th October
🕖 7pm
📍 St Barnabas Church, N12 8QJ
🎟 FREE but ticketed

Confirmed Speakers: (more TBC)

- Sarah Sackman MP - Finchley and Golders Green

- Zoe Garbett - Chair of the London Assembly Housing Committee

➡️ Register here:

North Finchley’s future is at stake. Join us to demand homes, not high-rises! TICKETS ARE FREE!