Things to do in Northwood

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Spotted these beautiful silk like poppies in my local park. Always in awe at the natural beauty to be found so close to home. #nature #natureatitsbest
Spotted these beautiful silk like poppies in my local park. Always in awe at the natural beauty to be found so close to home. #nature #natureatitsbest
Moor Park: Sandy Lodge Golf Club The course of Sandy Lodge Golf Club was designed by Harry Vardon and opened in 1910, so it will be celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2010. This is the view from the public footpath looking across the tee and up the fairway of the Par 5 508 yard 17th hole, named Mount Vardon after the course architect. The Club's website is here http://www.sandylodge.co.uk/
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Oxhey Woods Local Nature Reserve One of six local nature reserves run by Three Rivers District Council, Oxhey Woods covers approximately 98 hectares (or, if it was square, an area of about one kilometre by one kilometre). Some of the woodland is quite ancient dating back to the last Ice Age some 10,000 years ago. The woods were designated as a nature reserve at the start of 1997.
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Eastbury: Eastbury Road The swift suburbanization of London that happened between the First and Second World Wars accounted for a lot of the development of Eastbury. In 1920 this area was farmland, almost certainly managed by the nearby Eastbury Farm. By 1934 all of the houses on the left side of the road here, and most on the right, had been built.
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1. Hyde Park

Hyde Park is one of London’s largest and most well-known parks. The park connects with Kensington Gardens and the two combined cover 630 acres (253 hectares). Together they form the centrepiece of a network of parks known as “London’s Green Lung.” Once the private hunting grounds of King Henry VIII, today the park is filled with heritage sites, monuments and events to attend all year-round.
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Hyde Park featuring a garden, a river or creek and watersports

2. Tower Bridge

As many as 40,000 vehicles cross over Tower Bridge every single day, making it a key player in the city’s transport infrastructure – as well as a popular attraction for visitors, famed for its iconic Gothic towers.
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Tower Bridge featuring a bridge, heritage architecture and a monument

3. Buckingham Palace

Since 1837, Buckingham Palace has been the home of British royalty. During these years, the palace walls have been the backdrop to political change and have seen many advances in society, as well as being used to welcome guests from all over the world. But the palace itself has remained constant as an emblem of the monarchy, admired by guests who flock here. In fact, it’s one of the world’s most visited spots.
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Buckingham Palace, Westminster, London

4. Big Ben

When you spot Big Ben standing proud beside the River Thames, you couldn’t be anywhere else in the world other than London. One of the city’s best-loved icons, it is an immediately recognisable fixture of the London cityscape next to Westminster Bridge.
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Big Ben showing heritage architecture, a river or creek and a monument

5. The British Museum

Originally established to house the collections bequeathed by well-to-do Brits who explored the world at the peak of the British Empire, the British Museum has grown through the years to become a monument to humanity itself. It contains as many as eight million artefacts brought from every continent. There’s so much to explore here, it’s impossible to fit everything in in a single day – but it still has plenty to offer visitors with only a couple of hours to spare.
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The British Museum which includes interior views as well as a large group of people

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What to do in Northwood

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Hyde Park featuring a pond, a city and a park

Hyde Park

4.5/5(1,861 reviews)

Once the private hunting grounds of a king, London's most famous park is today a place where everyone can enjoy gardens, monuments and music performances.

Hyde Park
Tower Bridge which includes a river or creek, a bridge and heritage architecture

Tower Bridge

4.5/5(1,137 reviews)

One of London’s most famous bridges, an icon of the city through the ages, situated right beside the historic Tower of London.

Tower Bridge
O2 Arena showing modern architecture

O2 Arena

4.5/5(625 reviews)

Created as the focal point of Britain’s millennium celebrations, today this architectural wonder offers a world of entertainment under one enormous roof.

O2 Arena
Buckingham Palace featuring heritage architecture, a city and a castle

Buckingham Palace

4.5/5(1,004 reviews)

The official residence of Queen Elizabeth II as well as the lavish home of the British monarchy for nearly two centuries.

Buckingham Palace
Big Ben showing heritage architecture, a river or creek and a monument

Big Ben

4/5(1,061 reviews)

One of Britain’s treasured national symbols, home of the bells which can be heard ringing across the heart of the capital every 15 minutes.

Big Ben
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Wembley Stadium

4.5/5(558 reviews)

Catch an event at Wembley Stadium during your trip to Wembley. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the notable monuments in this vibrant area.

Wembley Stadium
Piccadilly Circus featuring street scenes, signage and heritage architecture

Piccadilly Circus

4/5(1,953 reviews)

A dazzling London hub with its brightly lit advertising hoardings are a recognisable icon of the city known around the globe.

Piccadilly Circus
London Bridge which includes a city

London Bridge

4.5/5(353 reviews)

Known for its association with a well-known nursery rhyme, this iconic bridge has existed in various forms for more than 2,000 years.

London Bridge
The British Museum showing a city, a square or plaza and heritage architecture

The British Museum

4.5/5(709 reviews)

What started out as a 'cabinet of curiosities' is now home to nearly eight million artefacts, collected from around the world.

The British Museum

 

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Piccadilly Circus featuring a city, city views and street scenes

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My favourite shade.... so happy to have found these beauties in my local park. #nature #spring #flowers

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Frequently asked questions

Is Northwood worth visiting?
Whether you're planning to enjoy the local charm and cultural hotspots or try unique foods and go on outdoor adventures, there's no shortage of things to do in Northwood.
How do I spend a day in Northwood?
Start your sightseeing with a visit to Airport Bowl and Ruislip Lido Beach. Then, tour other parts of Northwood for tasty eats and some shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Northwood?
Don't leave without exploring Airport Bowl, ranked the top tourist attraction in Northwood.
Is three days enough to stay in Northwood?
Three days will give you enough time to check out many city sights, such as Ruislip Lido Beach, Colne Valley Regional Park and Stanmore Country Park. The average stay in Northwood is two days. If you have the urge to extend your break, London isn't far away.
Is Northwood a walkable city?
Some top sights in Northwood, like Ruislip Lido Beach and Middlesex Stadium, are within walking distance. You can also visit several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Just 5 kilometres from central Northwood is Eastcote and West Ruislip is 3 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Northwood with kids?
If you are after tours and attractions for all of your group, here are some excellent ideas for what to do in Northwood with kids.

What to do in Northwood for adults?
There are loads of things to do in Northwood, with entertainment for adults of all ages. Round off your day with a visit to OVO Arena Wembley or Willesden Jewish Cemetery.
Are there free things to do in Northwood?
From enjoying parks to strolling around hip neighbourhoods, it's easy to find free things to do in Northwood. If you need inspiration, ask a local tour guide for recommendations. Ruislip Lido Beach is a great spot for anyone looking to save on their travelling adventures.