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Barnet EN5 takes its name after an Anglo-Saxon word that means land cleared by burning. Remains of Roman pottery from the 1st century and coins from the 3rd century were found in the area.
Barnet EN5 played a key role in England’s history. It is the place where almost 600 years ago, the Battle of Barnet took place. The fight had a major impact on the outcome of the War of the Roses. Edward IV from the House of York and his armies won against Henry VI who had support from the House of Lancaster. As a consequence, Edward IV became the first king of England from the House of York.
Church of St Jude and the Free Church are grade I listed buildings. Both buildings were designed by English architect Edwin Lutyens.
The Church Farmhouse Museum is a 17th century building. Mark Lemon the founding editor of the world’s oldest country field sports magazine, The Field, lived at the farmhouse.
Despite Barnet is a suburban London borough, it became the birthplace and home for a number of world famous-musicians, singers, and songwriters. The famous residents of this area were George Michael, Emma Lee Bunton, Amy Winehouse, Samantha Fox, and many more. Who knows, maybe the creativity is really in the air in this area?