Our Patch

Growing Green: Open Wildlife & Kitchen Garden
2026-07-05 11:00 - 15:00 UTC
Step Into Urban Nature – Sunday, 5th July
Join us for a delightful day exploring a vibrant London garden bursting with wildlife and biodiversity! From thriving ponds to a cozy dead hedge, buzzing log piles, pollinator-friendly blooms, fruit trees, and veggie beds—it’s a treasure trove of inspiration for nature lovers.
🍴 We’ll be serving homemade savoury treats, cakes, tea and coffee – It’s the perfect way to enjoy urban nature and connect with your community.
See details here

Family Fun & Cargo Bikes, Fortune Green jester festival, West Hampstead
2026-07-04 12:00 - 14:00
Fed up of getting stuck in traffic driving the kids around? Not sure how to make the school run work AND get into the office? A cargo bike could be just what you need! Come and chat to local parents about cargo bikes and how they can revolutionise your family journeys.
Think of it as a speed dating event between families who are thinking about buying a cargo bike and families who have already taken the plunge!
You’ll be able to test ride some different bikes and chat about how they are working for families. Find out first hand the answers to common questions you might be thinking.
To join, simply come along on the day, with your kids for an after school chat, free cake and cargo bikes.
Details

Islington 50th Anniversary Family Ride
2026-06-21 10:30 - 14:00
Two gentle loops “beating the bounds” of the borough, each of about 12km, join us for one or both. Please note if you’re joining us for both, you need to sign up twice.
Loop 1 to the south, starting at Highbury Fields at 10:30 and riding a loop to the south of the borough, returning to Highbury Fields for 12:00, where there will be a stall and children’s games
Loop 2 is a more a little-legs friendly loop to the north of the borough, through parks, starting from Highbury Fields at 12:30.
We shall arrive back at Highbury Fields at approx 14:00 for some 50th Birthday cake and (bring your own) picnic. We’ll also provide soft drinks.
No unaccompanied under-16s and please pump up your tyres before you ride.
https://lcc.org.uk/events/islington-50th-anniversary-family-ride/

Our PATCH at Highgate Newtown Community Partners Open House
2026-06-20 11:00 - 16:00
Highgate Newtown Community Partners (HNCP) will be holding a free fun-packed Open House event on 20th June, 11am to 4pm, as part of this year’s Highgate Festival.
The Open House event is a great opportunity for people to pop down and explore the new Community Centre and learn more about the valuable work that the charity is doing.
The day includes a hedgehog talk and decorating clay hedgehogs to take home, art workshops, an art exhibition, free bike maintenance and a climbing wall and soft play activities for kids.
There will also be delicious food and drink available in our Community Cafe throughouth the day.
Please come along and join the fun.
More details here:
https://www.lovecamden.org/whats-on/hncp-open-house-free-charity-event-20th-june-archway-171fc112

Power Station Film
2026-06-18 19:00 - 21:00
highgatefestival are proud to present the first local screening of the award winning documentary, Power Station Film – a compelling story about two artists in Walthamstow who set out to take their street off grid, kickstarting a solar-powered energy revolution. Additionally there will be a short film about the the recent refurbishment of the library. 😊 Don’t miss, arrive early for free access

https://www.instagram.com/p/DY4GC6dDDW8/?igsh=eXFxYnNzbXl2NW01

Highgate Library Hall, Croftdown Road, NW5 1HB

Daffodil Community Bike Ride
2026-02-28 11:00 - 12:00
Join us on Saturday 28th February for a community bike ride around Dartmouth Park. This ride is organised by local families, Patch and Camden Cyclists and calls for greater safety measures for walking, wheeling, and cycling in the area. It’s a fun, family-friendly event with a relaxed pace and a short and easy route, perfect for young children and new cyclists of any age.
Meeting Point: Navigator Square (by Archway Tube, in front of the Archway Tavern)
Time: Gather at 11:00 AM for a departure at 11:45 AM.
Duration & Route: A gentle 30-40 minute ride through neighbourhood streets, finishing at Parliament Hill Farmers’ Market
10:30 am onwards, Dr Bike will be on hand to offer a free service for your bike. They can take a look at your brakes, tyres, gears and general road-worthiness.
This marshalled ride will focus on local streets, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Expect a fun, social atmosphere with plenty of marshals supporting the group. Please spread the word!
What to Bring:
A roadworthy bike
Weather-appropriate clothing (March can be chilly!)
A lock if you plan to stay at the Farmers’ Market
Snacks & drinks if needed
Whistles, bells, or music to add to the fun!
We’ll ride at the pace of the slowest cyclists, and marshals will be on hand to guide the group. Let’s make this a joyful ride while highlighting the need for safer streets in Dartmouth Park!
Please register for free using the RSVP below. If for any reason you need to cancel, please email us to free up your place.
If you have any questions or would like to find out more about the ride please email Anke.
See you there!

Autumn Community Bike Ride
2025-10-04 10:30 - 12:00
Join us on Saturday 4th October for a community bike ride around Dartmouth Park! This ride is organised by local families and Camden Cyclists and calls for greater safety measures for walking, wheeling, and cycling in the area. It’s a fun, family-friendly event with a relaxed pace and a short and easy route, suitable for young children on pedal bikes and new cyclists of any age. We’ll be pointing out special trees and their beautiful autumn colours along the way.
Please decorate your bike in autumn themed if you like.
Meeting Point: Navigator Square (by Archway Tube, in front of the Archway Tavern)
Time: Gather at 11:00 AM for a departure at 11:45 AM.
Duration & Route: A gentle 30-40 minute ride through neighbourhood streets, finishing at Parliament Hill
Children must be accompanied by an adult who remains responsible for them throughout the ride
This marshalled ride will focus on local streets, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. Expect a fun, social atmosphere with plenty of marshals supporting the group. Please spread the word!
What to Bring:
A roadworthy bike
Weather-appropriate clothing (October can be rainy!)
A lock if you plan to stay at the Farmers’ Market
Snacks & drinks if needed
Whistles, bells, or music to add to the fun!
We’ll ride at the pace of the slowest cyclists, and marshals will be on hand to guide the group. Let’s make this a joyful ride while highlighting the need for safer streets in Dartmouth Park!
Please register for free using the RSVP below.
If for any reason you need to cancel, please email us to free up your place.
If you have any questions or would like to find out more about the ride please email Anke.
See you there!
