The Heath & Hampstead Society fights to preserve the wild and natural state of the Heath; to maintain the character and amenities of Hampstead; and to promote the study of local history, natural history and conservation.
Next Guided Walk
Henrietta Barnett and the story of the Heath Extension
During a life of unending striving to improve the condition of the poor, Dame Henrietta Barnett also succeeded in saving 80 acres of the Heath for everyone.
Date: Sun 06 Apr, 2025
Time: 2:30 pm
Duration: 2 hours
Meet at: Spaniard's End, by the flower stall near the Spaniard's Inn.
Walk led by: Lynda Cook, member of the Heath Committee
UPDATE: No current updates
Browse all walks...
Plaques in Hampstead
The Watch House
On June 19 1829 1829 the Metropolitan Police act was given Royal assent. This placed policing arrangements for the Capital under the control of Sir Robert Peel. Sir Robert organized the force on civilian lines rather than paramilitary. It became the third official non paramilitary police force in the world alongside the City of Glasgow Police and the Paris Police.
Browse all plaques...
Other Notices