Harrow Business Guide and Directory

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Take a turn on the handmade concrete
ramps and bowls that fill the Harrow
Skate Park, one of the few remaining
70s concrete skateparks left in Britain.
Visit in summertime when our parks
burst into life with annual shows, fêtes,
fairs and events.
Children can let off steam all year
round at a wide variety of inclusive
play facilities. If it all gets too much,
simply relax with a picnic and watch
the sun set over London, far from the
madding crowds.
Go Shopping
From arts and crafts to high street
fashion, Harrow offers the very best in
both modern convenience shopping
and quirky specialist shops.
Shop till you drop at Debenhams and
the St Ann’s and St George’s shopping
centres, located two minutes walk
from Harrow on the Hill train station
and open seven days a week. Bag
bargains galore at Primark, or explore
one of the largest Monsoon stores in
London. Recharge the batteries with
a skinny latte, frothy cappuccino, or
a long, lazy lunch in Harrow town
centre’s range of coffee shops and
international eateries.
For that individual gift, take a trip to
Pinner’s specialist boutiques and arty
gift shops. Foodies will also enjoy
Pinner’s market.
Finally, spice it all up with the widest
selection of exotic seasonings from
Asia on South Harrow’s Northolt Road.
That’s Entertainment
Be inspired by Harrow’s unique
range of entertainment.
Beat the crowds and queues of
theatreland and discover a whole
world of entertainment here in Harrow.
Head to the Harrow Arts Centre for
a wide variety of performances from
local talent through to international
stars. Upstage the West End with a
performance of Gilbert & Sullivan at
Grimsdyke (Gilbert’s own front room).
Embark on a gourmet tour of our
award-winning international restaurants.
Be mesmerised by the vibrant energy
of a Bollywood classic or indulge in
the latest Hollywood blockbuster at
Vue Cinema. Improve your swing on
a range of superb golfing facilities all
within easy access of Central London.
If rain stops play, jump, climb or
swim the afternoon away at Harrow
Leisure Centre. As a truly accessible
borough, Harrow also boasts ASPIRE,
the state-of-the art rehabilitation centre
for people with or without disabilities.
Complete your day with a
sumptuous meal at one of Hatch
End’s popular restaurants.
Take a Breath of Fresh Air
Offering a green belt area equivalent
to eight Hyde Parks, Harrow offers
ample opportunity to relax, unwind
and recharge the batteries. From wide
open countryside to historic parks,
you don’t have to travel far to leave
the stress and strains of life behind.
Return to nature with a ramble through
the woodlands, meadows and wetlands
of the 66 hectares at Bentley Priory
Nature Reserve; it is open all year
round and welcomes all visitors, human
and wild. Take a stroll through the 18th
century Canons Park, previously home
to the Duke of Chandos, one of
England’s richest men. With a number
of temporary exhibitions and special
events throughout the year, there is
always something new to see or do.
Explore further afield by bike or on foot
using the London Loop, Capital Ring
or National Cycle Network Itineraries
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Heritage, Culture and Leisure