Smart arts centre in Finchley with a great stage and a small but comfortable auditorium. The government-funded arts centre has something to see or do nearly every day of the week with a huge schedule of talks, workshops and classes in everything from dance to art, theatre, music and comedy.

The cafe sells a range of food from soup to pasta, ciabattas and salads and hosts live folk music and jazz sessions on Sundays.

It's unlikely you will travel this far north for an event unless you are super keen but if you live in the area, this is the best place to catch a show, gig, class or exhibition. A lot of money and effort has been poured into improving culture in Barnet and artsdepot reflects this.

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