Crouch End Campaigner

The Crouch End Festival demonstrated Hornsey Town Hall’s potential as a major cultural and economic asset, attracting thousands and benefiting local businesses. However, the venue remains underused, with promised facilities unfinished and limited events scheduled. Campaigner David Winskill criticizes the private development model and calls on Green council leader Mark Blake and the 2027 Borough of Culture directors to pursue a non-commercial long-term solution, potentially involving an arts, performance or educational anchor tenant.