Honorary President:
Baroness Lola Young of Hornsey
September and October 2026
Pages 1-2: Reports of July Meeting and August Picnic
Page 3: Forthcoming Meetings, AGM, Cost of Living meeting
Pages 4-6: Morrisons Cafe, Upcoming trips, Hydration Champions
Page 7: User-friendly pubs, Community Lunch (Antwerp Arms)
Pages 8: Events
Forum Meetings are held at the Winkfield Centre, 33 Winkfield Road N22 5RP, on the fourth Thursday of every month from 2.15 until 4.15pm.
July meeting
Anne Gray gave a brief account of our financial situation which is good – we’re about £5000 in credit. Anne also attended under her councillor role to explain the Greater London Forum project looking at advice you are receiving or not receiving in the borough and where to find it. We want to try to make that better. She also explained the cost of living questionnaire that some of you have already filled out. The questionnaire was sent out in the last newsletter by email as an attachment and a paper copy was mailed to people who receive it by post. She said there will also be a benefits fair later in the year. It will be similar to the ones we had for the Cost of Living Crisis with stalls and perhaps some speakers. Anne also reiterated the purpose for the £300 from the George Robey Fund and how it should be spent. She also explained that her involvement in the Forum would be minimal because of the conflict of interest between her job as a councillor and the Forum. Committee member, Pamela Percival suggested that attending members should wear name tags so that people can get to know each other better. Pamela said she would supply them. There was also a request to provide ‘next of kin’ contact details. It was decided that we would discuss this at our September meeting.
August meeting: Picnic
Our annual picnic on 20th August was a success. Between 35 and 40 people came out to enjoy the food and the sunshine on Thursday 20 August. On offer were chicken wings, jollof rice, samosas, salads, chats and a few laughs. The weather cooperated too. It was about 21c, cooler than usual, no rain and a light wind. Everyone seemed to enjoy themselves. A big thank you to Sapphire for hosting us at the Bruce Castle Pavillion. Looking forward to next year already.
Talia’s transportation plan item. Copy to come
Meeting Thursday 24 September
Councillors Hannah Ward and Dr Tesheen Khan have confirmed that at least one of them will be at our September meeting. They role-share the Cabinet Member post for Health, Social Care and Wellbeing on Haringey Council. They are Green Party members and they were elected in May. They will be talking to us about the Green Party’s vision for social care and they are keen to hear what we have to say and our experiences. There’s has been a lot of chatter on our whatsapp group about this so I hope many of you show up for it. It’s a chance to have your say. There will be a raffle as well.
22nd October meeting.
This will be a social event. Please bring a dish to share with the group. There will, no doubt, be good conversation too. And a raffle.
AGM: Thursday 26 Nov
Please save the date for our AGM. We will be electing a new committee. Keep in mind that Anne and James will not be putting their names forward to be on the committee. We really need people to come forward for committee roles in order for the Forum to go forward. If you are interested in being on the committee, please let us know.
Making Haringey Fairer for Older People
Meeting by Greater London Forum and Age UK London
Taking action to support older people experiencing financial hardship
15 October, 2.30pm–4.30pm
Winkfield Centre, 33 Winkfield Road, London N22 5RP
Workshop facilitators: John McGeachy, Campaigns Manager; Sharon Tynan, Campaigns Officer, Age UK London
What is the reality of poverty for older people in Haringey and across London—and what can we do about it?
Join us for an important and lively workshop exploring the financial pressures facing older residents and the support currently available from Haringey Council. We will discuss what more could be done, the changes Forum members would like to see, and how older people’s experiences can help influence local decision-makers.
Age UK London will explain how it campaigns locally and across London, and how we can work together to achieve practical improvements.
This is your opportunity to ask questions, share your experiences and help shape the next steps. Your voice and experience matter—please come and be part of the conversation. Please email info@ho50s.org.uk or phone 07802 294 048 if you want to attend.
Morrison’s Cafe reopens
The cafe in Morrison’s reopened at the beginning of August. It’s called Burger Boi and it’s an independently opened operation: it’s not Morrison’s owned. It’s opening hours are the same as Morrison’s; Mon to Sat, 7am to 11pm and Sun 11am to 5pm. Burger Boi offers a breakfast, lunch and dinner menu. If you just want a coffee/tea and sit down, that’s OK too. The staff told me they wouldn’t chase you away. It’s great that it’s open again. It’s a great place to sit or meet a friend for a chat. The toilets in Morrison’s have improved somewhat too.
Upcoming Trips:
The Welcome Club has two more:
1. The Grand Hotel, Scarborough – Friday 18th to Monday 21st September, £292 per person, limited single rooms, twin bedrooms, double-bed bedrooms,
- The Durley Dean, Bournemouth (Christmas themed) Friday 13th – Monday 16th November. Cost is £298 per person. (Bedrooms as above)
Costs include coach, breakfast, evening meal and entertainment
Please contact Beverley Samaroo if you are interested 07930 108 355.
Tottenham Pensioners is having a Tinsel and Turkey weekend trip to Eastbourne from 20th to 23rd November.
The cost is £260 per person, staying at the Chadsworth Hotel. There’s a swimming pool. There are only double and twin rooms left. If you are interested, please contact Jean Julian on 07961 103 028.
Kew Gardens trip: Tuesday 20 Oct
Copy to come
Bridge Summer Festival Thurs 30th July
Forum Committee members took it in turns to run a stall at this annual event. It was an opportunity to discuss the work of the Forum, recruit new members and to explain and distribute the Financial Support survey. We learned about other services in Haringey and the work of other stall holders. There was complimentary food and drink for all attendees. So we were well fed.
It was a satisfying experience and it would be beneficial if we could participate in similar events in the future. To do this, we desperately need the help of more Ho50s members to help develop and progress the Forum.
Become a Hydration Champion!
The ‘Hydrate to Feel Great’ campaign in Haringey is part of a broader initiative by NHS England aimed at improving hydration among older adults. The campaign encourages individuals over 65 to drink more water to reduce the risk of urinary tract infections (UTIs) and maintain overall health.
Staying hydrated is important for digestion, joint health and mental clarity. It is important for older adults to stay hydrated to prevent serious health issues.
Reach and Connect Team are recruiting Hydration Champions to get this information out in our community.
If you have a spare 90 minutes and are active in your local area, then you can become a Haringey Hydration Champion!
There are places still available on the online Hydration Champions session on Wednesday 16 September 11am-12.30pm
Contact: Ashley Grey, Community Connector, Haringey Reach and Connect
Email: ashley@reachandconnect.net
Tel: 07413 996864
Please see the useful urine colour guide on the next page.
While we’re thinking about hydration and, of course, toilets – we’ve looked up local pubs that are potentially a bit more user friendly for individuals with mobility issues……
| Pub Name | Location | Key Accessibility Features | Best Known For |
| Three Compasses | Hornsey | Accessible entrance & toilet, cozy layout | Great burgers, live music |
| The Fox At Crouch End | Crouch End | Flat entryway, accessible toilet, dining booths | Sunday roasts, fish & chips |
| The Ranelagh | Bounds Green | Level seating, spacious beer garden, accessible toilet | Craft beers, pub quiz |
| The Salisbury Hotel | Green Lanes | Step-free entry, accessible restroom, wide floors | Historic Victorian architecture |
But please note… we haven’t personally reviewed any of these establishments. So any and all feedback appreciated.
Community Lunch – Antwerp Arms
The Community Lunch at the Antwerp Arms is back up and running after a summer break. The only thing that has changed is that it’s now on a MONDAY, every Monday.
Anyone in need of a hot meal and some company can get a free vegetarian lunch at the pub. Lunch is from 1pm to 2pm and made with fresh produce delivered that morning.
The kitchen is run entirely by volunteers and supported by generous food donations from the Felix Project. The Antwerp Arms Association provides funding, training and equipment to keep the kitchen running smoothly.
The community kitchen is about so much more than a hot meal – for both our visitors and our volunteers, it’s a place to meet other people, have friendly conversation and enjoy the warmth and support of our community. MAKE
The Antwerp Arms is at 168-170 Church Road, N17 8AS. For more details, email secretary@antwerparms.co.uk or whatsapp 07922 080 721.
Haringey Bruce Castle Museum Events
In the Footsteps of William Bedwell, Seventeenth-Century Vicar of Tottenham
Sunday 13 September 2026, 11.00am to 1.00pm. Booking essential
A free heritage walking tour for Open House 2026. Meet at 10.45am for an 11am start, outside All Hallows Church, N17 7AA (tour ends here to go inside church)
Four hundred years ago, Tottenham was a rural village on the outskirts of London and its vicar, William Bedwell, was England’s most important scholar of the Arabic language. If you wanted to learn Arabic, you wouldn’t go to a prestigious school or university — you would visit his vicarage, on what is now White Hart Lane.
Reminiscence Café: Television – The Golden Days
Tuesday 15 September 2026, 2.00pm to 4.00pm
Free, all welcome. Refreshments included. No need to book, just drop-in!
Tottenham Flower & Produce Festival 2026
Workshops & activities for adults and children 11am to 5pm
Saturday 12th September 2026. Lordship Rec Higham Road N17 6NU
Weekly Wellbeing Workshops. Friday mornings 11am to 12.30pm. £5 per participant
Venue: Chestnuts Community Centre 280 St Anns Road N15 5BN
Facilitator: Angie Saunders Accredited counsellor
Tel: 07448 358431 Email: angie.saunders68@outlook.com
Open House Festival 2026. 12th – 20th September
Once again we have the opportunity to explore locations which are usually closed to the public . Website www.haringey.gov.uk See Discover Haringey’s hidden gems with Open House Festival
If you have any suggestions for the newsletter or for Forum meetings, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us on by email info@ho50s.org.uk or by mobile 07915 477 009.
As always, thank you to Russel at the Bridge Renewal Trust for printing the newsletter for us and for Richard to putting it on our website.