David Winksill, Lib Dem councillor for Crouch End, has criticised Haringey Council’s draft Cultural Strategy Paper for neglecting Hornsey Town Hall.

Cllr Winskill comments:

“It is a great pity that more emphasis has not been put on Hornsey Town Hall, a Grade II listed building. This is one of the architectural gems of North London and should be back in public use. Its potential contribution to the cultural life of Crouch End and the whole borough is immense.

“It is scandalous that the building has been left empty and deteriorating for 12 years. Haringey Council should be actively seeking a partner to restore and reopen the building, making it available for local community groups and other activities.”

Cllr Winksill has teamed up with Lib Dem leader Lynne Featherstone to ask residents for suggestions to put the Town Hall to use.

Cllr Featherstone comments:

“I would urge people to write to David Winskill and myself at townhall@lynnefeatherstone.org with their ideas.”