Wikipedia gives us the quick following overview of the area: “ East Finchley is an area in North London, immediately north of Hampstead Heath. Like neighbouring Muswell Hill, it straddles the London Boroughs of Barnet and Haringey, with most of East Finchley falling into the London Borough of Barnet. It has the greenest high road in London. “
What to do in East Finchley
East Finchley is full of life and things to do. We suggest looking at Timeout for their weekly East Finchley event listings to find local activities. Here’s a convenient link to see their upcoming happenings.
Having a good grasp of what’s in East Finchley and where helps get situated when moving. Our map compiles property price points and other details from this article to outline what’s available in East Finchley.
Things that make us love East Finchley
What makes the heart of East Finchley? At Cozee we asked ourselves what would define the culture, the vibe of a given area. We have come up with the following elements so whether you are a foodie or a night bird, we got you covered. Check out the different restaurants, pubs, gym that exist in East Finchley to help you decide to move in there.
What type of green space is there in East Finchley?
One of London’s greatest features are the large green spaces that cover the surface of the city. Check below if East Finchley is a good fit for you. Be it for a simple walk or for a casual summer picnic.
| Park Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jubilee Gardens | Belvedere Road, London | 4.5 | 1413 |
| Elm Court | 1 Pump Court, London | 4.3 | 6 |
| Middle Temple Gardens | 3 Middle Temple Lane, Temple, London | 4.7 | 82 |
| Bernie Spain Gardens | South Bank, London | 4.4 | 488 |
| Bloomsbury Square Garden | 14 Bloomsbury Square, London | 4.3 | 2017 |
| The Phoenix Garden | 21 Stacey Street, London | 4.6 | 461 |
| LGBT Chairs ️ | Ground Floor, South East Wing, Bush House, 300 Strand, London | 5 | 1 |
| Victoria Embankment Gardens | 4 Temple Place, Temple, London | N/A | N/A |
| Potnotch | Jubilee Market, Tavistock Street, London | 5 | 1 |
| London Memorial Garden | Savoy Place, London | 3.8 | 4 |
| Drury Lane Gardens | 58 Drury Lane, London | 3.9 | 16 |
| Fountain Court | Temple, London | 4.6 | 8 |
| Southbank boardwalk | South Bank, Unnamed Road, London | 4.8 | 13 |
| Street Art Skaterpark | 337-338 Belvedere Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| National Theatre garden terrace | South Bank, National Theatre, London | N/A | N/A |
| The Diamond Jubilee Penny Maze | Henrietta Street, London | 5 | 1 |
| Southbank (River Thames South) Walkpath. | Unnamed Road, London | 4.8 | 18 |
| Victoria Embankment Gardens | Villiers Street, London | 4.6 | 2523 |
| Diamond Jubilee Garden | St Pauls Church, Bedford Street, London | 4.4 | 12 |
| BIG 7 | 7 Bell Yard, London | N/A | N/A |
Are the restaurants in East Finchley any good?
The below table gives you a good idea of what kind of options there are for eating out. In East Finchley, you may find things like Italian, Chinese or even Indian takeouts. Take a look below if you are visiting or want to move here if eating out is a big deal for you.
| Restaurant Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bald Faced Stag | 69 High Road, London | 4.3 | 1034 |
| Papa Johns Pizza | 152 East End Road, East Finchley | 4.3 | 139 |
| The Clissold Arms | 105 Fortis Green, London | 4.3 | 818 |
| Domino’s Pizza – London – East Finchley | 88 High Road, London | 4.3 | 191 |
| Home Cooking by Fabienne | 240 High Road, London | 4.3 | 2 |
| Table Du Marche | 111 High Road, London | 4.3 | 382 |
| Bangkok Lounge Finchley | 138 High Road, London | 4.3 | 222 |
| Oasis | 1 Church Lane, London | 4.3 | 723 |
| Subway | 44 High Road, London | 4.3 | 80 |
| McDonald’s Offices | 11-59 High Road, London | 4.3 | 315 |
| East End Tandoori | 138 East End Road, London | 4.3 | 75 |
| Five Bells | 165-167 East End Road, London | 4.3 | 1227 |
| Il Piccolo Villaggio | 59 Church Lane, London | 4.3 | 332 |
| Indian Rasoi Restaurant | 7 Fortis Green, London | 4.3 | 302 |
| Yama Yama Sushi & Japanese Grill Restaurant | 152 High Road, London | 4.3 | 129 |
| Fish n Flame Restaurant | 100-102, High Road, London | 4.3 | 171 |
| Nahling | 106 High Road, London | 4.3 | 115 |
| Imperial Spice | 470 Long Lane, London | 4.3 | 88 |
| Pellone | London | 4.3 | N/A |
| GENZO | 212 High Road, London | 4.3 | 301 |
Pubs
As Londoners, at Cozee we are deeply attached to our weekly attendance to our local pub. Why should you be different in the place where you are going to live? That is why we have been testing and reviewing all the pubs in East Finchley. As a matter of fact, we didn’t… But we would have loved to. Here is then the list of the greatest pubs of East Finchley
| Pub name Name | Address | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Bald Faced Stag | 69 High Road East Finchley N2 8AB | A short walk from East Finchley underground station, this large and busy open-plan pub has a three-sided bar affording a friendly welcome; a separate area is available for hire for functions or meetings. Greene King owed, but beers from small independents are often featured. Bar meals are served, with a large ,busy restaurant area at the rear. Popular with patrons from the nearby Phoenix cinema. Children not permitted after 8.30pm. Dont forget your CAMRA card; they offer 10% off real ales for those that show it!!.Cheers!! |
| Five Bells | 165-167 East End Road East Finchley N2 0LZ | Internally refurbished and re-opened as a ‘Flaming Grill’ steak house pub April 2011. Still owned by Spirit. Large beer garden. Car park. |
| Gertie Brownes | 95 High Road, London East Finchley N2 8AG | Shop conversion popular with Irish clientelle. Current name since 2002. Previously ‘Weavers’ and ‘Howards Way’. They also offer Abbot and Pedigree in bottles . |
| Maddens | 130 High Road East Finchley N2 9ED | French window frontage on shop conversion. Formerly ‘Welch’s Ale House’. Satellite TV sport screens. Thai food. |
| Old White Lion | 121 Great North Road East Finchley N2 0NW | Large pub with separate drinking areas and low level lighting. Outside patio. Turn right out of East Finchley tube station and it’s seconds away. |
| Windsor Castle | The Walks, off Church Lane, London East Finchley N2 8DL | Once a bakehouse and two cottages, became a brewhouse around 1800. Pleasant, well kept, one bar, hidden away in back street. Patio garden to the left rear. Quiz night is the second Tuesday of the month, Folk Session is the last Wednesday of the month. |
What kind of gyms are there in East Finchley?
In East Finchley, using the public parks is not for everyone. Finding out if you are able to attend a local gym or leisure centre nearby may be a good idea if you are trying to move to the area perhaps for permanent residency.
| Gym Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oasis Sports Centre | 32 Endell Street, London | 4.3 | 788 |
| Virgin Active | Shell-Mex House, 80 Strand, London | 4.3 | 299 |
| Gymbox Holborn | 100 High Holborn, London | 4.3 | 340 |
| Nuffield Health Covent Garden Fitness and Wellbeing Gym | 9 Endell Street, London | 4.3 | 130 |
| Fitness First | 6 Bedford Street, London | 4.3 | 345 |
| Yogarise Covent Garden – Yoga classes in Covent Garden, London | 13 Mercer Street, London | 4.3 | 62 |
| Jubilee Hall Gym | 30 The Piazza, London | 4.3 | 111 |
| Covent Garden Physiotherapy | Ground Floor, Durham House, 1 Durham House Street, London | 4.3 | 46 |
| PureGym London Waterloo | 11-15 Brad Street, London | 4.3 | 234 |
| Body Control Pilates | 35 Little Russell Street, London | 4.3 | 36 |
| The Health Club at One Aldwych | One Aldwych Hotel, 1 Aldwych, Covent Garden, London | 4.3 | 16 |
| CryoAction Limited | 71-75 Shelton Street, London | 4.3 | 1 |
| The Gym Group London Charing Cross | 17-21 Northumberland Avenue, London | 4.3 | 227 |
| Fujian White Crane Kung Fu & Tai Chi – Covent Garden & West End | Green Dragon House, 23 Stukeley Street, London | 4.3 | N/A |
| Digme Fitness Covent Garden | 4-10 Tower Street, London | 4.3 | 150 |
| Boom Cycle – Holborn | 16 Procter Street, London | 4.3 | 91 |
| The Gym Group London Holborn Circus | 1 Thavies Inn, Holborn Circus, London | 4.3 | 263 |
| Central Health Physiotherapy | Quality House, 5-9 Quality Court, London | 4.3 | 299 |
| Tranquility Pilates Studio Ltd | 16-18, New Bridge Street, London | 4.3 | 5 |
| ESPA Life at Corinthia | Whitehall Place, London | 4.3 | 246 |
What are the range of supermarkets like?
Grocery shopping is another important activity you will do if you move into the area of East Finchley. In the below table, we go over the nearby supermarkets such as Tesco, Asda and Sainsbury’s so you know what the area has to offer for your food shop.
We weren’t able to find any supermarket in this area. If we were wrong, tell us in the comments the name and address of your local supermarket or grocery store. We’ll amend this page
Museums & Galleries nearby
The vitality of a community stems from its residents who live, work, and engage with one another. Exploring an area through art offers a fresh perspective. If you’re considering relocating to East Finchley, we highly suggest exploring the local galleries, museums, and cultural establishments. They offer delightful weekend activities and contribute to the vibrant atmosphere of the region.
| Museum name Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wyllie Art Studio | 407 Long Lane, London | N/A | N/A |
Sales & Lettings agents in East Finchley
Exploring East Finchley? That’s a great first step. The next one is finding an experienced estate agent who knows the area inside out.
Cozee operates across London and we’re ready to help you find exactly the right property in East Finchley — just say the word.
Other nearby areas around East Finchley
Whenever you’re not sure about if you want to move into an area for sure, making sure that you have considered your other options is important to confirm a decision or perhaps sway you in another direction. Find some other nearby regions to help you make a decision about East Finchley.
In East Finchley, what things may you need?
We have compiled for you a list of the different places you might want to check in East Finchley name before moving in the neighbourhood.
Schools in and around the area of East Finchley
Having a nearby school is a plus when moving. Below are schools located by East Finchley. This table is especially important to pay attention to if you are trying to find a place for your child to learn in the next few years.
| School Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Douglass School | Bishop Douglass R.C. High School, Hamilton Road, London | 2.5 | 79 |
| Sam Smith (Drum Tuition) | 51 Edmunds Walk, London | 1 | 1 |
| Kumon Maths & English | 207 High Road, London | 5 | 22 |
| Little Ladybirds London | 1 King Street, London | 5 | 2 |
| Jon Hatton Guitar Tuition | 13 Fortis Green, London | N/A | N/A |
| Tiddley Tots Nursery | Grange Community Centre, Red Lion Hill, London | 3.8 | 6 |
| The Archer Academy Upper School (years 10-11) | 3 Beaumont Close, London | 5 | 1 |
| Kidz Kabin Nursery at Fortismere | Creighton Avenue, London | 4.4 | 5 |
| Rustam Persian School (Rustam Educational Foundation Ltd) | North Wing, Fortismere, Creighton Avenue, London | 4.8 | 6 |
| Martin Primary School | Plane Tree Walk, London | 5 | 11 |
| The Archer Academy | Eagans Close, London | 3.6 | 50 |
| Monkey Puzzle East Finchley Day Nursery & Preschool | Ground Floor, Park House, 16 High Road, London | 4.3 | 6 |
| Holy Trinity Church of England Primary School | School House, 39 Eagans Close, London | 4.9 | 7 |
| Little Garden The Finchley Day Nursery & Pre-School (Previously Scribbles) | 2a Hertford Road, London | 5 | 2 |
| Fortis Green Nursery | 70 Fortis Green, London | 4.3 | 3 |
| On That Note School Of Music | 48 Bedford Road, London | 5 | 1 |
| SET Tuition | East Finchley Library, 226 High Road, London | 4.9 | 28 |
| Barry’s Guitar Tuition | 9 Market Place, London | 5 | 1 |
| Guitar Lessons East Finchley | Flat 2, 132a, 132 High Road, London | 5 | 2 |
| Million Makers | 120 High Road, London | 3.7 | 3 |
Post offices in and around the area of East Finchley
Nearby post offices make sending and getting packages easy. In a post office you can do things like exchange currency, post your packages, buy everyday items and even redirect your mail. It is likely you will use one at some point if you were to move in to the area so we have compiled the post offices nearby in a table below so you know if this area is the right place for you.
| Post Office Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Mail East Finchley | 33 Market Place, London | 2.3 | 22 |
| UOE Store East Finchley | 120 High Road, London | 3.9 | 169 |
Tube & Train stations nearby the area of East Finchley
We assembled the train and tube stations of East Finchley in a convenient table below so you can find the best location for you to live if transport connections are important to you.
| Train or tube station name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Finchley | Underground Ltd, High Road, London | 4.3 | 77 |
How many hospitals, pharmacies and doctors are there in East Finchley?
East Finchley has 8 medical institutions. These include hospitals, doctors offices, pharmacies and other stores providing medical attention. Here are the details the nearby medical institutions (1000 radius of the area).
| Medical institution Name | Address | Average Rating | Number of ratings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banish Thread Veins | 1A Leicester Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Walkwell Clinic Ltd | Cootes Pharmacy, High Road, London | N/A | N/A |
| Hearing First East Finchley: Ear Wax Removal Using Microsuction | 166 High Road, London | 4.9 | 98 |
| Paediatric Audiology & AVM | Children’s Health Centre, Oak Lane, London | 1 | 1 |
| Eyesight Health Ltd | London | N/A | N/A |
| Dr Marco Aesthetics | North London | East Finchley | 1A Leicester Road, London | 5 | 13 |
| Letsmedi | Medical Travel Assistance | 120 High Road, London | 5 | 3 |
| Medicspot Clinic East Finchley | 129 East End Road, London | N/A | N/A |
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