Harrow is an upcoming suburb located North West of London with a rich historical background on the culture and history of the British people.
Here’s where to explore the best of Harrow’s history in 24 hours:
HEATH ROBINSON MUSEUM
Heath Robison was a great artist in 1890 to 1994. He was a comedian and an illustrator who used his gift to challenge the evils in the society, government and religion. The museum displays artifacts containing all manuscripts of Heath Robinson. All his work is displayed at the museum.
HARROW SKATE PARK
If you love skating, then this is one of the best places to visit. Harrow Skate Park is the only remaining skate parks in the UK. Some of the fascinating features of the skate park include:
- Half-pie concrete
- Blue bowl and wedding bowl
- Concrete bank
- Snake run
- Four moguls
You can have a great experience skating and learning about the game in this park.
RAF MUSEUM
If you are interested in the military, then the RAF (Royal Air Force) museum should be on your things-to-do list. The museum located at Hander hone Aerodrome consists of five buildings and hangers and has a rich historical background regarding the Airforce. Also, you can get a look at some of the latest fascinating military weapons in the museum. Entry is free, and you can visit on any day during the week.
RUISLIP WOODS
The Ruislip Woods is the best national reserve to visit in the area. It was started with the sole aim of preserving the natural environment, and this is what it has achieved. The site is also a great resource for several scientific studies, hence if you are a researcher; you can conduct your experiments, collect samples and issue questionnaires in this national reserve.
HARROW ARTS CENTRE
The Arts Centre hosts all major events in Harrow ranging from plays, comedies, musicals and concerts. Also, the building has an amazing architectural design and is worth seeing. Check the performance calendar before visiting to catch the best of action.
Image Credits: wikimediacommons.com, heathrobinsonmuseum.org, rafmuseum.org.uk