Barnet
Things to do in Barnet, Greater London
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Barnet sits in north London as a practical base for exploring the capital, with a decent spread of hotels and guest houses to choose from. West Lodge Park Hotel, rated 4.4 from around 1,300 reviews, appears to be the most established option, while Nap Inn Savoro has built a strong reputation with a 4.5 rating from its smaller guest list. The area offers enough variety in where to stay to suit different needs, from traditional guest houses to smaller independent places.
What makes Barnet worth stopping for are its leisure attractions. Lewis Of London Ice Cream Farm and the London Footgolf Centre both rate highly at 4.6, offering something genuinely different—the ice cream farm at 4.6 from over 1,300 reviews suggests it draws real crowds. Dinosaur Safari Adventure Golf, rated 4.4, gives a flavour of the slightly offbeat entertainment on offer, while two leisure centres provide standard gym and swimming facilities for anyone wanting to stay active.
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Where to Eat in Barnet(27)
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For eating out, you'll find a proper mix of neighbourhood restaurants rather than chains. Deraliye rates 4.6 from 753 reviews, while Miracles Coffee Shop and Shakespeare Coffee Bistro both sit around 4.4. La Petite Auberge and Ferny Hill Farm Tea Rooms offer quieter options for coffee or a more relaxed meal. The choice suggests Barnet has developed a reasonably food-conscious local scene beyond the obvious high street suspects.
Attractions Near Barnet
All attractions in Barnet →Worth the trip — within 50 miles of Barnet.
1 mi
Jungle Falls Adventure Golf
London · ⭐ 3.8
1 mi
Trent Park Enfield
Enfield · ⭐ 4.6
1 mi
Paint the Town
Enfield · ⭐ 4.6
2 mi
N20 KidsClub
Whetstone · ⭐ 4.0
Broomfield Adventure Golf
London · ⭐ 3.7
3 mi
Centre VR New Southgate
New Southgate
3 mi
SPVR Arcade
Enfield · ⭐ 4.4
3 mi
Art-K Bowes Park
London · ⭐ 4.9
Camping in Barnet
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Theobalds Park
⭐ 4.4
Lee Valley Camping and Caravan Park, Edmonton
⭐ 3.9 · from £22/night
Lee Valley Campsite, Sewardstone
⭐ 4.2 · from £24/night
Home Farm Glamping
⭐ 4.8
Aldenham Country Park
⭐ 4.3 · from £22/night
Dalmonds Camping
⭐ 4.9 · from £375/night
Lee Valley Almost Wild Campsite
⭐ 4.5 · from £34/night
Commons Wood Caravan and Motorhome Club Site
⭐ 4.4
Self-Catering Cottages in Barnet
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The Villa Mansion
7 bed · sleeps 14 · from £11,180
The Radlett Mansion
6 bed · sleeps 12 · from £12,062
Gascony Getaway
2 bed · sleeps 6
The Woodford Retreat
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £1,416
The Herdwick Safari Tent
1 bed · sleeps 6 · from £2,222
The Chicken Coop
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £2,174
The Highland Camping Pod
2 bed · sleeps 6 · from £2,174
On The Thames
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £1,246
Common questions about Barnet
Where can I stay in Barnet?
We list 5 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Barnet.
What is there to do in Barnet?
We list 11 attractions and things to do in and around Barnet.
Where can I eat in Barnet?
We list 27 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Barnet.
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