Dear Readers, it’s easy for me to forget that although East Finchley is a relatively modest area by London standards, it’s just around the corner from some truly spectacular houses, including this one, built in 1924 and known as ‘Tudor House’. It has some truly lovely Arts and Crafts details, and its location, just around the corner from Highgate Wood on Lanchester Road, means that it seems to have attracted the attention of some high-profile folk.

As I stood on the pavement taking a few photos (and being glared at by at least one passerby), I had no idea that this was formerly the home of legendary popstar Liam Gallagher and his missus until last year, when it appears to have been sold again. When it was sold to Mr Gallagher in  2019 it looked like a truly stunning house that had been renovated with great love and care by the previous owner – have a look at the brocIhure that was created at the time here.

I have no idea what’s going on at the moment – the front garden seems to be undergoing a drastic renovation, but who knows what’s going on inside? I just hope it’s as sympathetic as the previous work. The property is on Haringey’s ‘Local Heritage’ list but doesn’t appear to be listed, so won’t have any particular protections. However, the good burghers of Highgate are a ferocious lot, very knowledgeable and keen to preserve their environment, so fingers crossed they’re keeping an eye on it.

Oh, and we also spotted this lovely Wolsey Fifteen/Fifty, which apparently dates to between 1956 and 1958. What a beauty, and so obviously well loved and cared for. I imagine a few heads turn when this one is out for a spin! Does it bring back any memories for anyone?