The short answer
Barnet (League Two) runs a Category 4 academy, which means academy squads at Under-17 to Under-21 only. It doesn't register younger players, and there is no travel limit at those ages. The academy is based at The Hive London, Edgware, London.
| League 2026/27 | League Two |
| Academy | Category 4 |
| Academy age groups | Under-17 to Under-21 |
| Academy base | The Hive London, Edgware, London |
How far Barnet can recruit from
Under Rule 262 of the Youth Development Rules, a Category 4 academy can only register players who live within these travel times of its main training venue:
| Age group | Travel limit |
|---|---|
| Under-9 to Under-11 | No academy squads |
| Under-12 to Under-16 | No academy squads |
| Under-17 to Under-21 | No limit |
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Joining Barnet at 16
Because a Category 4 academy has no younger squads, Barnet recruits players who were released by other academies or were never registered with one. It can offer a scholarship to someone who isn't an academy player, or to an Under-16 whose academy has told them they won't get a scholarship (Rule 309). Many clubs also run post-16 college and BTEC football programmes through their foundation, which can lead to a trial.
Nearest other academies
Approximate straight-line distance between academy bases. Journey times by road will be longer.
| Club | Category | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Watford | Category 3 | 8 miles |
| Brentford | Category 1 | 8 miles |
| Queens Park Rangers | Category 2 | 9 miles |
| Tottenham Hotspur | Category 1 | 9 miles |
| Arsenal | Category 1 | 13 miles |
| Fulham | Category 1 | 14 miles |
Frequently asked questions
What category is the Barnet academy?
Barnet runs a Category 4 academy in 2026/27, with academy squads at Under-17 to Under-21.
How far can Barnet recruit academy players from?
Barnet can only register Under-17 to Under-21 players, and there is no travel limit at those ages.
Where does the Barnet academy train?
The Barnet academy is based at The Hive London, Edgware, London.
Source: Barnet Academy Induction Evening (club) - 'Cat 4 Academy', U18s in EFL Southern Youth Alliance (2025-09-23); Training Ground Guru club profile: Barnet (Academy Category: Four) (undated profile (cites 2025/26 Academy Productivity Rankings); accessed 2026-10-29); Academy structure set to change (club) - EPPP licence lost after relegation (2020-07-31). Last checked 29 October 2026. Academy categories can change after an audit. If something here is out of date, email info@scout52.com.