Did you know that...
Enfield Town EN1 was called Enefelde in the 11th century. It is derived from the proper name Eana or from the Anglo-Saxon word for lamb.
Actor Trevor Peacock, journalist Jim Crace, and architect Jack Howe are some of the most notable Enfield Grammar School former pupils.
The world’s first ATM was installed in Barclays Bank in Enfield Town EN1. The founder and publisher of the Whitaker’s Almanack, Joseph Whitaker, lived here in the White House on Silver Street.
Enfield is the place where one of the earliest successful hothouses was invented. It was developed by Dr Robert Uvedale, the headmaster of two of Enfield’s schools.
The St Andrew’s Enfield still has some original masonry preserved from the time of 13th century, while the nave, choir, north aisle, and tower going back to the late 14th century and still look wonderful. Parish Church in Enfield dates from 1136 and is a grade II listed building with Historic England. If you are an architecture enthusiast, this is a sight you will not want to miss.