London heatwave calls for picnics in the park, outdoor swimming and ice cream 🍦
Luckily, North London has you covered for all of the above. Pick up delicious ice cream from local favourite @gussyicecreamparlour, find a shady spot for a picnic in Claremont Park or neighbouring Golders Hill Park, or take a dip in the iconic swimming ponds at Hampstead Heath.
Brent Cross Town offers easy connections to some of the best spots in North London. Tap the link in our bio to find out why it’s such a great place to live, work and study.
Brent Cross Town
Welcome to Brent Cross Town, a park town for future London. We’re building 6,700 new homes, workplaces for 25,000 and a town centre that brings people together.
All set around 50 acres of green parks and playing fields just 12 mins from Central London. Brent Cross Town will be the place in London for sport and play – a net zero carbon town where everyone can flourish. Brent Cross Town is being delivered by BARNET COUNCIL and ARGENT RELATED.
Make the most of the warm weather at these outdoor swimming spots in North London, all within easy reach of Brent Cross Town! ☀️
🏊 Hampstead Heath Swimming Ponds: Enjoy wild swimming at Hampstead Heath’s iconic swimming ponds. Ensure you stick to the three designated swimming ponds, the Mixed, Men's and Ladies' ponds, and leave the other ponds for birds and wildlife to enjoy.
🏊 Parliament Hill Lido: This open-air pool is open year-round, with a sauna and café on site.
🏊 Finchley Lido: Take a dip in the outdoor pool, alongside an indoor pool and leisure facilities, plus a gym.
Discover more North London gems and see why Brent Cross Town is a great place to live, work and study via the link in our bio.
18/06/2026
Something tasty has landed in Neighbourhood Square 🌯🍔🔥
Come and discover our new street food vendors at Brent Cross Town, with two delicious traders on rotation each week. We’re starting with healthy Mediterranean wraps, shawarmas and Filipino BBQ burgers!
📍 Neighbourhood Square
🕔 Wed–Fri: 5pm–9pm
🕛 Sat–Sun: 12pm–9pm
And that’s not all… from 25 July to 30 August, join us every weekend for:
🎶 Live music
🎨 Art activities
🧩 Family-friendly games
♟️ Urban boule, chess, co****le & quoits
Find out more at: https://brentcrosstown.co.uk/event/summer-in-the-square
17/06/2026
Looking for affordable ways to make the most of summer in London?
You don't need expensive day trips or packed itineraries to enjoy the season. At Brent Cross Town, there's plenty to discover right on your doorstep.
Spend an afternoon exploring Claremont Park, where outdoor play areas, green open spaces and places to relax by the pond make it easy to while away a few hours. Drop into Clitterhouse Farm for community workshops and family-friendly activities, or take a stroll through the neighbourhood and discover the growing collection of public art along the way.
Whether you're entertaining the kids, meeting friends, or simply looking for somewhere new to explore, summer doesn't have to come with a hefty price tag.
Visit London's newest park town and discover everything happening this season at: https://brentcrosstown.co.uk/news
14/06/2026
A neighbourhood gem worth knowing about, locals' favourite Gussy's Ice Cream Parlour.
Run by the much-loved Gus Bodur, better known as Gussy the Ice Cream Man, Gussy's Ice Cream at Claremont Park serves its famous ice cream alongside warm pastries, hot drinks and sandwiches made with fresh Italian produce, all from a vegetarian menu.
And it's about more than just great food. Cuppa Club runs every Monday at 11am for the local 65+ community, while Chess Club takes place every Friday from 12–4pm – and everyone is welcome.
Find out more here: https://brentcrosstown.co.uk/gussys-ice-cream-parlour
Renting in London could look like this...
The Maple at Brent Cross Town offers studio, 1, 2, 3 and 4-bedroom parkside apartments in one of north London's most exciting new neighbourhoods.
Think an exclusive wellness club with a pool, whirlpool bath and state-of-the-art gym, all included in your rent. Add acres of park space right on your doorstep and a 12-minute commute to King's Cross St Pancras, and the decision to live here makes itself.
To book a viewing, head to: https://www.themaplenw2.com
08/06/2026
Street food is coming to Brent Cross Town 🌯🔥🍔
From 10 June, swing by Neighbourhood Square for delicious vendors on rotation each week — from Mediterranean wraps and shawarma to Filipino BBQ burgers.
Wed–Fri: 5–9pm
Sat–Sun: 12–9pm
Plus, summer weekends get even better from 25 July with live music, art and family games ☀️🎶🎨
08/06/2026
Make the most of the June sunshine with Clitterhouse Farms exciting line-up of outdoor activities and workshops.
Relax and recharge at a soothing sound bath, get the little ones growing at the Kids Garden Club, or raise your voice at the Yardbirds Choir.
Don't miss out! Explore the full programme at Our Yard this June.
Don't miss our next book club session! Join us at Brent Cross Town's Visitor Pavilion on Saturday 27 June for a morning discussing the gripping page-turner 'The Cliffhanger' by Emily Freud.
Come along to share your thoughts and meet your local community. Free to attend - reserve your spot at: https://brentcrosstown.co.uk/event/brent-cross-town-book-club
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