This article by Stephen Gilburt was published in the Spring 2018 newsletter. In 1905 Metropolitan Electric Tramways Ltd electrified the 1881 horse-drawn tram route north from Tottenham via Edmonton to a depot at Tramway Avenue. The route was extended from Ponders End to Freezywater in 1906 and to Waltham Cross… Continue reading
This article by Stephen Gilburt appeared in Enfield Society News issue 210, Summer 2018. In 2018 Enfield Market celebrates the 400th anniversary of a Royal Charter being granted by James I. Special events will include a Charter Fayre on 20th May, the market beach in July and the opening of… Continue reading
This article, by Stephen Gilburt, was published in Enfield Society News issue 212 (Winter 2018). Introduction Following the construction of direct railway lines from central London to Enfield Chase in 1871 (extended to Cuffley in 1910) and to Enfield Town in 1872, the arrival of the electric tram in Enfield… Continue reading
This article, by Stephen Gilburt, was printed in the Enfield Society newsletter 211, Autumn 2018. Hidden Treasures—revealing Broomfield House and Park is an interesting exhibition which may be seen at the Dugdale Centre, Enfield Town until 6th January 2019. Its has been curated by Stacey Anne Bagdi, from the Museum… Continue reading
This article and photographs by Geraldine Anwar was published by The Enfield Society in newsletter 211, Autumn 2018. The Broomfield Park Conservatory is tucked away next to the upper lake. It lies within the walled area of the park close to Broomfield House. Its appearance is Victorian with the typical… Continue reading
