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Discover Clay Time

We’re thrilled to announce the opening of Clay Time Highgate, in partnership with Highgate Newtown Community Partners at the newly built Community Centre.

Our welcoming Studio is open six days a week from 10:30am to 6:00pm, with evening courses also available.

Sessions are two hours long and run at 10:30am, 1:30pm and 4:00pm. Evening courses start at 6:30pm.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Pottery Wheel Throwing Taster Sessions – Experience the thrill of the pottery wheel and see what you can create in two hours.
• One Day Wheel Throwing Course – An intensive course designed to introduce you to pottery wheel throwing.
• Hand-building and Painting – Craft a piece from raw clay and then paint it.
• Pre-made Pottery Painting – Choose from a selection of pre-made pottery pieces and bring them to life with colour.
• Six-Week Evening Pottery Wheel Courses – Our most popular course where you can learn and refine your pottery skills.
• Pottery Painting Birthday Parties – A unique and creative way to celebrate for both kids and adults.
• Hand-building and Wheel Throwing for Groups and Team Days Out – A fun and engaging experience for all.

Whether you’re a seasoned potter or a complete beginner, we have something for you.

Pricing

Wheel Throwing Taster (2-hour session). £62

Beginner’s One Day Wheel Throwing Course £149

All Levels Hand-building Course (5 weeks, 2 hours per session) £229

Beginner’s Wheel Course (5 weeks, 2 hours per session…. £249

Beginner’s Wheel Course (6 weeks, 2 hours per session) £299

Make and Paint Session (Adults, 2 hours).. £39

Plant Pot Heads Workshop (2 hours per session) £249

Make and Paint Session (Children, 2 hours) £29

Children/Family Wheel Throwing Taster (2-hour session). £49

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY AND STAY CONNECTED!

Book your sessions online at www.claytime.london

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Come and create, paint, and explore pottery with us at Clay Time Pottery Place in Highgate.

Open Six Days a Week: 10:30am – 6:00pm.

Evening Courses Available.

20% off until the end of June 2025

Bertram Street Centre tree

A beautiful new addition has been placed in the foyer of the Bertram Street Community Centre, run by Highgate Newtown Community Partners (HNCP). A large tree with white flowers now stands at the heart of the space, creating a calm and welcoming atmosphere for visitors. Part of the centre’s recent £35 million redevelopment, the tree reflects the community centres focus on renewal and connection. Stop by to see it and explore what the centre has to offer!

HNCP impact report

Highgate Newtown Community Partners (HNCP), has unveiled its latest impact report. The report provides a comprehensive overview of HNCP’s various initiatives and programs, demonstrating how the organisation has been addressing local needs and fostering community engagement. The report highlights the importance of partnerships with other organisations showing that community initiatives gain in reach and impact when delivered through the sponsorship or direct support of different organisations working together. Along with insight into the various activities of the HNCP the report features a 2025-2027 action plan. 

The report is a testament to HNCP’s commitment to transparency and accountability, allowing stakeholders, supporters, and community members to gain insight into the organisation’s work and its impact in north London. The report is expected to be a valuable resource for those interested in understanding the charity’s role in community development and social support.

Access the full report now >

Keep Fit with Fitgate

From 24th Feb 2025 we have a range of fitness activities available. Get in touch to find the one that best suits you. Including:

• Capoeira
• Fitness
• Latin Dance
• Mixed Martial Arts
• Mum & children dance
• Parents & children fitness
• Pilates
• Self defence
• Zumba

To find out more contact: Ekelly@hncp.org.uk 07360737326

Clay Time is Here

We are proud to welcome Clay Time to the new Community Centre at 25 Bertram Street. Join in the activities and express your creative self in clay. To find out more please get in touch. We are taking bookings from Monday the 17th Feb.

Call Claytime on 020 3441 8787 / 07500 718 650 or email info@claytime.london

Community Kitchen supporting refugees

Ahlam Akram, Founder and Director of BASIRA, British Arabs Supporting Universal Women’s Rights, is supporting the reopening of the Highgate Newton Community Centre and the work of Mikhail and Ahlam in the new Community Kitchen. Ahlam hopes to mentor some of the recent arrivals from Afghanistan living around the centre in the new community cookery school. Mikhail and Ahlam intend to gather the community together to participate in the joys of preparing and sharing food alongside the sharing of stories.

There will also be talks and encouragement about breaking down barriers and anxieties that may exist for women. All women refugees are most welcome.

If you are interested in joining us when the centre opens please get in touch

Find out more about BASIRA and about Ahlam Akram 

Christmas lunch at La Sainte Union

On December 5th, Highgate Newtown Community Partners partnered with La Sainte Union School to host a delightful Christmas lunch for elderly residents in our community. This wonderful event, now in its second year, was made possible through the generous support of La Sainte Union School, who provided the venue and collaborated with us to ensure a memorable experience for all attendees.

The meal was expertly prepared by Harrison Catering Services and served by enthusiastic students and staff from the school. The atmosphere was filled with festive cheer, featuring Christmas music, joyful dancing across generations, and a heartwarming performance from the sixth-form choir. Guests also enjoyed a fun game of bingo after dessert, adding to the spirit of celebration.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to La Sainte Union School for their commitment to fostering community connections and making this event a cherished tradition. We look forward to continuing this partnership and spreading joy in our community during the holiday season!

More photos on La Sainte Union website >

Concert in aid of Highgate Newtown Community Partners and Food Bank Aid

On Saturday the 25th January at 7:30pm, St Michael’s Church, Highgate, 7:30pm

Guy Johnston Cello George Jackson Conductor 

Schumann Symphony No. 3 Rhenish 

Dvorak Cello Concerto

£30, £25, £20 reserved phone 020 8340 5643 

£15 unreserved at www.hco.org.uk

Last year the concert raised £10,000 for HNCP and £5,000 for Food Bank Aid. Your support through musical enjoyment is much appreciated.

HNCP support anyone facing a challenge or a disadvantage

Older people, people living on lower incomes, families with young children, people facing discrimination inequality and those in our community facing loneliness and isolation.

We do this by providing a range of services to meet the needs of communities, including daily lunch clubs across a range of venues which provide affordable, healthy food and company for older people, those facing isolation and those on a low-income.

By offering daily play activities for the under 5s, we help younger children socialise and develop healthily, whilst also offering essential support, advice and connection for their mums, dads and carers. We also work with schools offering free education to those struggling.

For families and individuals living in insecure housing or who are reliant on state benefits, we support them with form filling and accessing additional food or clothing.

Our services are a gateway for additional support, and they help us engage with those most in need within our community. Bringing people together and supporting them to access the support and services they need to thrive.

We welcome your donations to help us meet our target of £85,000 each year to maintain our services many free to those in the greatest need and free children’s meals for under fives.

Please donate to help us improve peoples lives. By setting up a monthly donation to HNCP, you can be there for people who need free stay and play children services and free children meals and our low cost lunch clubs.

DONATE NOW

If you would like to find out more about the difference your support will make or arrange a visit contact Andrew andrew.s@hncp.org.uk

The Highgate Newtown Community Centre in Bertram Street has undergone a remarkable £35m-plus transformation. After five years of refurbishment, this revitalised space is set to become the heart of the neighbourhood once again.

With a diverse range of facilities, from arts and crafts rooms to sports halls, the centre aims to rebuild the sense of community that many residents feel has been lost. Centre manager Eiren Kelly envisions a welcoming space that offers affordable services and brings people together.

Click here to read the full story courtesy of the Camden New Journal (see page 9 for the story, Page 5 for our advertisement) and join the HNCP club!