Tottenham Tales

From the beer taps of public houses to the hot and cold taps of public baths, this stretch of Tottenham High Road has a lot of stories to tell.

The Parish Pump, Holy Trinity Church and School have all stood witness to Tottenham’s transformation from village to high-density urban landscape.

Demolished in 1956, Brook House is often overlooked as one of Tottenham’s great residences. There is a fascinating story of how the original 17th century building, which once stood near this site, developed over time.

Grade II listed and a brilliantly preserved example of the 'Brewers Tudor' style, the Beehive was built in the inter-war years to give a more reputable image to public houses.

Local grammar school boy and the son of a coachman, Bobby Buckle went on to help found the Hotspur Football Club in 1882… and the rest is history!

Known by local children by this name, the developments around ‘Bomb Church Alley’ can be traced back to the devastation caused by the Blitz.

A night on the tiles, a trip to the cinema, or perhaps dancing into the early hours? The history of entertainment on Bruce Grove is a colourful one, still traceable in the buildings you see here today.

The Whitbread Brewery Clock Tower remains a distinctive landmark along the iconic heritage corridor that is Tottenham High Road.

This corner of Tottenham High Road is symbolic for so many reasons, not least for the imposingly beautiful architecture of the Co-operative building.

Communities in Haringey were closely involved in the Anti-Apartheid Movement of the mid-late 20th century, with protests regularly held on Tottenham High Road.