Tottenham Creates: Discovering Tottenham Music Showcase (26/7/18)
On Thursday 26 July, Discovering Tottenham is teaming up with The Antwerp Arms to bring you a music showcase with five young emerging artists. Our gig is kicking off a four day festival, Tottenham Creates, taking place across the area. Over the next few weeks, we’ll be bringing you a series of interviews with our five young talented artists. Reserve your free ticket on Eventbrite. … Continue reading Tottenham Creates: Discovering Tottenham Music Showcase (26/7/18)
Bernie Grant: Legacy with a future
By Hannah Place, founder of PLACE A, local community artists’ network In 1987 a man entered into parliament enveloped in striking African robes. 24 years after arriving in the UK from Georgetown, Guyana, Bernie Grant had become Tottenham’s Labour MP and made a name as a leftwing campaigner, fighting on issues affecting all members of society. His image as a parliamentarian was clear. It was … Continue reading Bernie Grant: Legacy with a future
Abstract Data: modular synths and electronic musical instruments
Earlier this month we popped in Justin Owen’s studio in Gaunson House on Markfield Road which is fast becoming known as Tottenham’s creative district. Justin runs Abstract Data, which he started from home eight years ago. Abstract Data design and build electronic musical instruments and produce modular synthesizers in the Eurorack-format – ‘you build your own.’ When did it all start? Like a lot of … Continue reading Abstract Data: modular synths and electronic musical instruments
A vintage tea room in the heart of Tottenham
DT had a quick chat with Carol Hebbs, who runs T On The Green on the old bowling green in Bruce Castle Park. The cafe is home to the only vintage tea room in Tottenham. Where did the idea to open a tea room come from? I originally had an idea for a pop up tea room for weddings and birthdays, but was fortunate to … Continue reading A vintage tea room in the heart of Tottenham
Haringey Council vote to demolish two Broadwater Farm tower blocks due to safety risks
Earlier this month it was reported that two tower blocks in Broadwater Farm had been found at risk of catastrophic collapse if a gas explosion was to occur, following structural tests made after the Grenfell Tower disaster last year. New Civil Engineer has reported ‘In total, structural engineers from consultant Ridge discovered flaws in 11 out of 12 tower blocks on the Tottenham estate… ‘Further … Continue reading Haringey Council vote to demolish two Broadwater Farm tower blocks due to safety risks
Our guide to the Haringey Development Vehicle (HDV)
Over the last couple of years, Haringey Council’s plans for the Haringey Development Vehicle (HDV), where they intend to partner with the developer Lendlease, has been a topic of heated discussion across the Tottenham community and beyond. Here’s our guide to the controversial plans. Comment below to add your thoughts. What is the HDV? The Haringey Development Vehicle is Haringey Council’s plan for a 50:50 … Continue reading Our guide to the Haringey Development Vehicle (HDV)
Discovering Tottenham Music & Performance issue
Click on the link below to view or download a PDF copy of the Discovering Tottenham Music & Performance issue. DT Music & Performance (June 2018) If you’d like a print copy delivered, please email: magazine@discoveringtottenham.com The magazine is free but we charge £1 for postage & packing. Cover image: Rocío Cruces on aerial hoop by Rachel Hardwick Continue reading Discovering Tottenham Music & Performance issue
Operation Marlin sees additional police support in Northumberland Park
At the end of January 2018, Operation Marlin was set up by Haringey Police in order to target knife and gun crime, violent crime, general ASB (anti-social behaviour) and robberies in Northumberland Park. The last few months have seen an increase in police officers in the ward including some plain clothes police watching CCTV. Prior to the launch of Operation Marlin, Haringey police teamed up … Continue reading Operation Marlin sees additional police support in Northumberland Park
Spoken: a night of poetry, music and spoken word from Tottenham locals
By E L Brown DT’s correspondent arrived late to the second Spoken of 2018, and was soon very sorry that they had. As the last rays of sun blessed the courtyard of The Old Brewery, the host Lana V Symone was ushering people inside for the second half of the programme. What followed was an intimate and, at times, moving evening of spoken word, live … Continue reading Spoken: a night of poetry, music and spoken word from Tottenham locals
The Bluecoats: A new pub for Tottenham
On 7 June we were invited to the private launch of The Bluecoats pub on Tottenham High Road. The Bluecoats have taken over from The Pride of Tottenham, gutted the building and given it a total revamp. They’ve moved the bar to the back of the main space, with an events room and kitchen (which will be the home of popular burger restaurant Lucky Chip) … Continue reading The Bluecoats: A new pub for Tottenham
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