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Palaces, Parks and Parades

Walking from East Finchley to Muswell Hill we discuss the developments of the areas, from trains and shopping parades to people's palaces.

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  • Start Date: 15 Jun 2026
    End Date: 15 Jun 2026
    Mon (Daytime): 14:00 - 16:30
    In Person
    Location: Off Site
    Duration: 1 session
    Course Code: HLW276
    Tutors:  Marilyn Greene
    Full fee £29.00 Senior fee £23.00 Concession £19.00
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What is the course about?

In East Finchley we view the station, the Phoenix Cinema and other features before continuing through woods we will walk along part of the old railway line which ran from Highgate to Alexandra Palace. From Alexandra Palace we admire and the marvellous views and on our return to Muswell Hill we admire the impressive architecture of Muswell Hill Broadway. We finish by the Everyman Cinema, one of the most impressive Art Deco Cinemas in London.

What will we cover?

As above

What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...

Identify sites of interest and link them to historical developments in the area. 

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

This is an introductory course. All welcome. The ability to participate in a guided tour is the only requirement.   

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

Guided tour - there is no homework. 

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Travel costs to the area. Please wear weather-appropriate clothing and suitable footwear.  

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

Please see the London Walks area on our website.  

Marilyn Greene Tutor Website

Marilyn Greene is a museum professional and London tour guide with an academic background in art history. Qualified as a City of London Guide, she leads Mud-larking tours, Hidden London Tours for London Transport Museum, school tours at the Charles Dickens Museum, as well as developing her walks in the City and north London. Having worked as a Curator at Hampstead Museum and a qualified City of London guide many of her walks specialise in various aspects of these areas. Marilyn worked for 15 years at the Victoria and Albert Museum in adult and community learning and specialised in working with faith communities and organising intercultural tours of the collections. As well as walking tours, Marilyn leads tours and training at both the Victorian and Albert Museum and British Museum.

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