TRIAL WEBSITE: History
We have put together this part of the website to help further understand the breadth of history in our town. We’d love you to explore it, check it, question it, and tell us what’s missing. You can email us at history@lovebarnet.co.uk
Julia Hyde
Julia Hyde (1818–1888), Lady of the Manor at Monken Hadley, left £10,000 in her will to found a literary institute and reading rooms for local people. Her bequest created the Hyde Institute, which later evolved into Barnet’s public library service and continues today through the Hyde Foundation. (Image Source)
