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The Step
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The Step was a beloved community hub in Bowes Park that operated as a cafe, bar, and gallery from 2012 until its closure in 2020. After a successful four-year campaign to save the building from being converted into flats, it reopened in 2024 as Hillbilly Social 101, a community-run pub operated by Muswell Hillbilly Brewers. While the name has changed, the spirit of the original venue lives on with its focus on local food, drink, events, and community gatherings.
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- •community events
- •locally sourced food and drink
- •live music
- •quiz nights
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A Community Hub Reborn
The Step was a unique addition to Bowes Park when it opened in 2012, bringing a cafe, bar, and gallery to a somewhat forgotten stretch of Myddleton Road. Run by locals Nell and Mat, it quickly became a community hub, offering locally sourced food and drinks from London-based suppliers like Celtic Bakers and Meantime Brewing. The space hosted everything from quiz nights and comedy shows to craft sessions and art exhibitions, creating a vibrant atmosphere that locals genuinely loved.
Unfortunately, The Step closed in March 2020 and faced the threat of conversion into flats. However, a determined community campaign led to the building being saved and renovated, reopening in 2024 as Hillbilly Social 101. While the name has changed, the mission remains the same: a community-run venue serving food and drink, hosting live music, quizzes, and providing a meeting space for local groups. It's a testament to what happens when locals rally together to preserve something they care about.
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The Step était un établissement unique à Bowes Park depuis son ouverture en 2012, apportant un café, un bar et une galerie dans une rue commerçante quelque peu oubliée de Myddleton Road. Géré par des locaux, Nell et Mat, il est rapidement devenu un véritable lieu de rassemblement, proposant des plats et boissons locaux provenant de fournisseurs londoniens comme Celtic Bakers et Meantime Brewing. L'espace accueillait tout, des soirées quiz et spectacles d'humour aux ateliers d'artisanat et expositions d'art, créant une ambiance vibrante que les habitants appréciaient sincèrement.
Malheureusement, The Step a fermé ses portes en mars 2020 et a failli être transformé en appartements. Cependant, une campagne communautaire déterminée a permis de sauver le bâtiment et de le rénover, rouvrant en 2024 sous le nom de Hillbilly Social 101. Bien que le nom ait changé, la mission reste la même : un établissement géré par la communauté servant nourriture et boissons, organisant concerts live et quiz, et offrant un espace de rencontre pour les groupes locaux. C'est la preuve de ce qui se passe lorsque les habitants se mobilisent ensemble pour préserver ce qui leur tient à cœur.