Over 20% of the land in our borough is either a park or an open space. An open space is an area of green land such as an allotment, a nature reserve, or a cemetery. Including our parks, we have 80 green spaces in the borough.
Upgrades & refurbishments
As part of the Parks Capital Programme the following work is taking place
- Pinner Memorial Park
The playground will be closed while essential upgrade work takes place to provide a safer, more engaging play space for children of all ages. It’s estimated the work will begin on 23 June 2025 and last 8 weeks. The nearest alternative playground is Pinner Village Gardens. - Roxeth Recreation Ground
The playground will undergo a full refurbishment to improve accessibility, safety, and play value for the local community. It’s estimated the work will begin on 30 June 2025 and last 8 weeks. The nearest alternative playground is Alexandra Park.
We thank you for your patience and understanding while these works are carried out and look forward to welcoming you back to enjoy the improved facilities soon.
Green Flag parks
The Green Flag award is a national scheme. It recognises the best parks and open spaces in the United Kingdom. It shows that a park is well maintained, has great facilities, and meets the community's needs. We are proud to have eight parks in Harrow with a Green Flag status:
- Canons Park
- Chandos Recreation Ground
- Harrow Recreation Ground
- Hatch End Riverside Park
- Headstone Manor Park
- Kenton Recreation Ground
- Pinner Memorial Park
- Roxeth Recreation Ground
Featured parks and open spaces
View details of some of our commons, gardens, and open spaces below. You can view travel information beneath each map. You can also see our list of featured parks and open spaces.
Bentley Priory open space
Bentley Priory open space is in Stanmore, north of the Uxbridge Road. The open space is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) for its meadow areas.
The site includes woodlands, two ponds, and meadows. In the summer, cattle graze the meadows. The site is a haven for bird life and a wide range of plant life. There are no designated parking spaces. A car park in Warren Lane at Stanmore Common is a five-minute walk away.
A private deer park nearby has about 24 fallow deer. To the north is Bentley Priory RAF base. They commanded the Battle of Britain from there in the Second World War.
How to get to Bentley Priory open space
- Pedestrian access: Masefield Avenue and Common Road.
- By train: Stanmore (Underground) 35-minute walk
- By bus: H12 and 142.
Bernays Gardens
Bernays Gardens is a small walled garden in Stanmore. The garden is a quiet place to sit, relax, and admire the peace. Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed in the gardens. See Bernays Gardens community group.
How to get to Bernays Gardens
- Pedestrian access: Church Road
- By train: Stanmore (Underground) 15-minute walk
- By bus: 324, 340 or H12
Churchfields open space
You can find Churchfields open space near Harrow-on-the Hill. It is an open space which encourages wildflower growth.
How to get to Churchfields open space
- Pedestrian access: Bessborough Road and Trafalgar Terrace
- By train: Harrow on the Hill (Underground) 10-minute walk
- By bus: 395, H9 and the H10
The Grove open space
The Grove open space sits on Lowlands Road in central Harrow. The open space is on the north slope of Harrow-on-the-Hill. It has a large statue of a leaf, which symbolises its green land.
How to get to The Grove open space
- Pedestrian access: Lowlands Road
- By train: Harrow on the Hill (Underground) 2-minute walk
- By bus: 182, 186, 223, 258, 483, H14, H17, H18 and the N18
Grimsdyke open space
Grimsdyke open space is located in Harrow Weald in Old Redding. The open space is 3.5 hectares and adjoins Harrow Weald Common. It comprises mainly of woodland.
How to get to Grimsdyke open space
- Pedestrian access: Access Grimsdyke open space via Old Redding
- By train: Carpenders Park (Overground) 20-minute walk
- By bus: 258, H12 and the H18.
Hatch End Playing Fields
Hatch End Playing Fields is located on Headstone Lane. The open space has two cricket pitches and football goals. There are car parking options on Uxbridge Road. You can also park by Hatch End's swimming pool and Harrow Arts Centre.
How to get to Hatch End Playing Fields
- Pedestrian access: Headstone Lane and Uxbridge road
- By train: Hatch End (Overground) 5-minute walk
- By bus: 182, H12 and H14.
Lake Grove open space
Lake Grove can be found in Stanmore. The open space is part of the Duke of Chandos' estate. It is shared with Canons Park and the North London Collegiate School. The open space provides almost 3 hectares of open space and woodland.
How to get to Lake Grove open space
- Pedestrian access: Church Road
- By train: Stanmore (Underground) 15-minute walk
- By bus: 324, 340 or H12
Little Common Pinner
Little Common Pinner is located on Elm Park Road in Pinner at the top of the high street. The common has a playground and a practice basketball hoop.
How to get to Little Common Pinner
- Pedestrian access: Elm Park road
- By train: Pinner (Underground) 10-minute walk
- By bus: H11, H12, H13 and 183.
Newton Farm Ecology Park
Newton Ecology Park was opened in 1990 and provides 2.65 hectares of open space. It is designed to encourage wildlife habitats. The park has entrances in Alexandra Avenue and Rayners Lane. There is a small car park at the Rayners Lane entrance and a small play area.
How to get to Newton Ecology Park
- Pedestrian access: Alexandra Avenue and Rayners Lane
- By train: Rayners Lane (Underground) 15-minute walk
- By bus: H10, H12 and 398.
Pinner Recreation Ground
Pinner Recreation Ground is located on West End Lane in Pinner. There is a public footpath on Starling Close and Hazeldene Drive. There is a children's playground located in the park.
How to get to Pinner Recreation Ground
- Pedestrian access: West End Lane
- By train: Pinner (Underground) 10-minute walk
- By bus: H11, H12, H13 and 183
Priestmead Recreation Ground
Priestmead Recreation Ground is located in Kenton. It has a children's playground and a basketball hoop.
How to get to Priestmead Recreation Ground
- Pedestrian access: Kingshill Drive
- By train: Harrow and Wealdstone (Overground and Underground) 23-minute walk
- By bus: H19.
Rayners Mead
Rayners Mead is located in North Harrow. There is access from Imperial Drive and Park Drive. There are two tennis courts and a children's playground.
How to get to Rayners Mead
- Pedestrian access: Imperial Drive and Park Drive
- By train: Rayners Lane (Underground) 5-minute walk
- By bus: H9, H10, H12 and the 398
Saddlers Mead
Saddlers Mead is an open space of 4.17 hectares located in Hatch End. The park is home to Parkfield Sports Club. There are football and cricket facilities. There is a small car park and a children's play area.
At the park's north is a section of the 'Grimsditch'. It's an ancient monument from the Iron Age, but its purpose is unclear. It may have served to mark a boundary or acted as a defence.
How to get to Saddlers Mead
- Pedestrian access: Clonard Way.
- By train: Hatch End (Overground) 15-minute walk
- By bus: H12 and the H14
Stanmore Country Park
Stanmore Country Park is located in Stanmore. You can access the park from Dennis Lane, Kerry Avenue, and Wood Lane. The Park is primarily made up of woodland and meadow.
How to get to Stanmore Country Park
- Pedestrian access: Dennis Lane, Kerry Avenue and Wood Lane (car park).
- By train: Stanmore (Underground) 4-minute walk
- By bus: H12, 142, 324, N98.
Stanmore Common
Stanmore Common is located in Stanmore. There is car parking in Warren Lane. The Common is made up of woodland and heathland. It is a statutory local nature reserve. There are two artificial ponds, believed to be former village ponds. One still has a pump.
How to get to Stanmore Common
- Pedestrian access: Warren Lane
- By train: Stanmore (Underground) 25-minute walk
- By bus: 142.
The Croft Playing Fields
The Crofts Playing Fields sit between Eastcote and Pinner. There is a children's play area and football pitches. It is also the home of Harrow Boxing club.
How to get to The Crofts Playing Fields
- Pedestrian access: Cannonbury Avenue and Glover Road.
- By train: Eastcote (Underground) 15-minute walk
- By bus: H12 and H13.
The Viewpoint
The Viewpoint is located in Old Redding next to the Case is Altered Public House. The open space has ample car parking space. There are magnificent views across the north of London on a clear day.
How to get to The Viewpoint
- Pedestrian access: Access the Viewpoint via Old Redding
- By train: Hatch End (Overground) 25-minute walk
- By bus: 258, 640.
Whitefriars open space
Whitefriars open space is located in Wealdstone. The open space is made up of mainly grassland.
How to get to Whitefriars open space
- Pedestrian access: Athelstone Road.
- By train: Harrow and Wealdstone (Overground and Underground) 20-minute walk
- By bus: 140, 182, 258, 340, 640 and N18.
Woodlands open space
Woodlands open space is located in North Harrow. The park includes an open grass area and a conservation area of woodland. There is also an allotment on the west side of the open space.
How to get to Woodlands open space
- Pedestrian access: Cambridge Road, Melrose Road, North Harrow car park and Woodlands.
- By train: North Harrow (Underground) 3-minute walk
- By bus: 183 and H18.
Yeading Brook open space
Yeading Brook open space is located next to Yeading Brook. The open space provides a pleasant walk. There are lawns, mature trees, and shrubberies.
How to get to Yeading Brook open space
- Pedestrian access: Lincoln Road, Northumberland Road, and Suffolk Road.
- By train: North Harrow (Underground) 2-minute walk
- By bus: 183, H11 and H18.