Bridget Galton

A Highgate pub, Brendan The Navigator, has reopened under the management of Connexus after closing in June following a dispute between the previous tenant and the landlord. New owner Olivia Isbitt says the venue aligns with their family-run pub group’s community-focused approach, with plans to retain its name, revive events such as quizzes and music nights, and introduce food offerings. The landlord’s representative welcomed the transition, expressing confidence that the new operators will preserve the pub’s traditions and support local residents.

The headteacher of St Mary’s School Hampstead describes the school’s focus on instilling strong moral values alongside academic preparation, emphasising kindness, character and interpersonal skills. The school blends traditional elements with modern technology and offers extensive extracurricular activities aimed at nurturing confidence and wellbeing. Marking its 100th anniversary, the community expresses strong affection for the school, while the head highlights the responsibility and pride she feels in shaping pupils for an evolving, technology‑driven future.