The Archer

03/07/2026

Were you at the East Finchley Festival? See if you can spot yourself in wonderful photos.

Inside the July edition: a royal visit, a murder verdict, wasted land, and preserving our trees.

If you’ve ever wondered how The Archer is magically posted through your door each month, turn to the back page to read about our history and the volunteers who make it all happen.

Also available online:https://the-archer.co.uk/archive/2026/2026JulArcher.pdf

20/06/2026

Looking forward to seeing everyone at the East Finchley Festival tomorrow. Come and meet The Archer team and find out more about your local paper. Maybe you even want to join our merry band of volunteers?

03/06/2026

Watch out for the June edition coming through N2 letterboxes soon or view online now! Read all about plans for the famous East Finchley Festival, water pollution, a visit from Michael Morpurgo, a crash on East End Road, conspiracy theories, arts and culture and your letters to us.

01/06/2026

Two brothers have been found guilty of the murder of civil servant Anthony Littler near East Finchley station in 1984. The verdict came too late for our June edition, out tomorrow, but you can read the BBC’s report here and we will be reporting further on the case in our July edition.

Brothers found guilty of 1984 civil servant murder https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8r8zee7lxgo

16/05/2026

Join local East Finchley artist, Laura Fox for an exhibition inspired by the child in nature - Wrapped in Leaves and Laughter at Alexandra Palace,
22 May - 1 June, Creativity Pavilion, East Court, Alexandra Palace Way, N22 7AY

https://shorturl.at/qN20K

During the exhibition Laura will be running Artist Led Family Workshops, where participants of all ages will have an opportunity to draw with handmade charcoal, paint with mud and build structures with sticks.

Family Workshops
26, 27 & 28 May
11.15am-12pm & 2.15pm-3pm

05/05/2026

Neuroscientist Professor Catherine Loveday talks to science writer David Robson on why friendship is good for our health.

02/05/2026

02/05/2026

The May edition of The Archer is here! Inside this issue: calls for action on a dangerous junction, a terrifying door stunt, a new family hub opens, and a major murder trial begins. We also cover motorbikes in Cherry Tree Wood, a call out for festival volunteers, plus all the latest arts and culture.

‼️ Do you live near King Street? We’re looking for a volunteer deliverer. Drop us a DM or email [email protected] if you can help. Thank you 🤩

20/04/2026

🌟 Volunteer at East Finchley Festival 2026! 🌟

Want to be part of something special? We’re looking for amazing volunteers to help bring this year’s festival to life on Sunday 21 June in Cherry Tree Wood 🌳🎉

No experience needed, just a positive attitude and willingness to get involved!

We are currently seeking:
✨ Food Stalls Co-ordinator - to help book vendors and meet & greet on the day

On the day, we also need support with:
👉 Merchandise tent
👉 Laser tag ticket/entry point
👉 Area supervisors
👉 Parade stewards
👉 General stewards
👉 Traffic marshals
👉 Raffle ticket sellers
👉 Set-up & build team

Whether you can give a few hours or the whole day, you’ll be helping keep this much-loved community festival free for everyone 💛

📩 Sign up via our website (link in highlights)

Come join the team and be part of an unforgettable day ✨