Tottenham Tales

This site once served as the headquarters of Tottenham’s most popular local newspaper – the Weekly Herald. No longer in print, it is now a vital piece of publishing history.

Tottenham has been home to pioneering educators for centuries, and Lancasterian School is one of the local legacies of this important and fascinating heritage.

Did you know that Reynardson Court is named after a collection of 18th century almshouses?

A hidden stream, a Georgian school turned pub, and local enterprise; Scotland Green is a Historic Conservation Area with centuries of tales to tell.

Pioneering politics, artists, anarchists and queer spaces – South Tottenham has been home to them all!

Bruce Grove, once an idyllic tree-lined walkway from the station, has developed radically over the centuries. However, its destination - Bruce Castle, has been steadfast for over 500 years.

Ever wondered how the road got its name? The legend of the Seven Sisters trees is a fascinating story that goes at least as far back as the 13th century.

On this site on 23 January 1909, the crime that shocked Edwardian Britain took place - the Tottenham Outrage.

A master violin maker (father) and an award-winning photographer (son) once worked here. Their lives tell an extraordinary story of world-class craftmanship, evocative photographs of Tottenham and a secret that went to the grave.

Take a look at some local history from behind the lens. From ballooning, to Alfred Hitchcock and Hollywood, to your home TV set, this part of South Tottenham has some fascinating tales to explore.