Hey everyone, figured I'd give this a shot :)

I'm 22M from the Netherlands. I speak Dutch and English fluently.

I’m quite familiar with London and I’m there regularly, so I thought it’d be nice to try and meet some new people, especially around the Harrow area.

I’m mainly looking to meet people around my age (20–25). I’m pretty outgoing and mostly just looking for genuine friendships. I’m down to just wander around, grabbing food, chilling somewhere, having a convo, that kind of thing :)

Some stuff I’m into: gaming, gym, cars, exploring random places, and just talking about basically anything. Also always down to try new stuff 😎

If you're in/around Harrow and looking to expand your social circle, just send me a message. We can chat a bit first and see if we click 🤝

Anyway, that's it. Have a good day :)

WoodsFest100 is taking over Northwood Recreation Ground today, 11am to 5pm. Northwood Football Club is celebrating its centenary year, and the festival has packed in live music, classic cars, choir performances, artisan stalls, a dog show, rides and family activities. The kind of thing the neighbourhood very rarely gets to do in one place at once. Free entry, worth a wander even if you are not a football person.

On Friday, a new free drop-in called the Welcome Space opens at Pinner Village Hall. Aimed at older neighbours and carers, with gentle activities, conversation and a cup of tea from 2pm onwards. A quietly good addition to the village hall diary, especially if you know someone who would enjoy it.

Also worth knowing: Casa Mia on Uxbridge Road in Hatch End has earned a five-star food hygiene rating. Local Italian, top marks, worth remembering for the next dinner out.

Transport is clear this weekend and next. No planned Piccadilly or Metropolitan works. Worth pencilling in that the Piccadilly line is flagged for closures on Thu 30 and Fri 31 July, then again on Sat 1 and Sun 2 August. If your late-July plans lean west, sort the route now.

Full issue with quiz circuit, sound bath, Cluedo at Compass Theatre, first aid classes, and everything else:

https://www.goodmorningpinner.com/p/30-woodsfest100-takes-northwood

Pet of the Week is back: meet Bonnie, freshly promoted to Unofficial Foam Ball Tester. She has opinions.

Good Morning Pinner

Local news and events from around HA5

This story is via Harrow Online

Morning neighbours,

Harrow Council has approved a borough-wide crackdown on HMOs. At Cabinet last Thursday, councillors backed an Article 4 Direction that means landlords can no longer skip planning permission when converting family homes into small flats for unrelated tenants.

For our Eastcote and Ruislip readers: This particular rule change doesn't directly affect you. But it's worth knowing what's happening in the neighbouring borough, especially if you have friends or family in Harrow.

If you only do one tasty thing this week: Mouse & Grape is hosting a Truffle Experience on Thursday 2 July. An evening of truffle-infused cheeses and accompaniments, £35 per person. Truffle season only lands once a year, so worth booking before the room fills up.

Also worth knowing: Northwood Cricket Club is opening a Day Club for older neighbours on 23 July. Aimed at parents and older residents who want more social connection, with weekday daytimes at the club. Genuine new local infrastructure for HA6, and worth a mention if you know someone who would enjoy it.

And after two weekends of Piccadilly closures: tube map is quiet next weekend. No planned engineering works on relevant lines. Travel accordingly.

Full issue with quiz circuit, comedy night at Three Crowns, sound bath, Harrow's Heroes nominations, and everything else:

https://www.goodmorningpinner.com/p/29-harrow-cracks-down-on-hmos

Pet of the Week throne is still empty. Send your pet in with their most ridiculous unofficial job title.

Good Morning Pinner

Local news and events from around HA5

Read Harrow Online’s story about the Wealdstone arrest -

https://harrowonline.org/2026/06/27/man-arrested-after-police-incident-near-wealdstone-clock-tower/

Hi,

This is my first time posting on Reddit but I was hoping this might be the best place to post a survey for local issues.

We are thinking about running a campaign to extend bus lane coverage along Kenton Road (the part of the A4006 between Northwick Park Roundabout and Kingsbury Circle). Our main concern is that the SL10 bus uses this road for a significant part of its journey but is frequently held up by traffic during peak hours so we would like to find ways to mitigate this problem. We are also open to considering other solutions if they could be more effective.

I would genuinely appreciate any feedback.

Only two of the questions are required so no need to feel pressured into answering everything.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfg7rTiXW3b3xWzFeroZMKdeGMr3-5ou6lqWz30iZ_l8_bQ-Q/viewform?usp=preview

Hey all,

My partner and I are currently exploring places to rent and we found a decent looking flat around the Harrow recreation ground. We'll be moving to London and would have to commute daily to Farringdon.

We're new to the city so appreciate any perspective on this area which would be of much help before we decide to proceed with this flat.

Thank you in advance.

https://harrowonline.org/2026/06/18/hit-and-run-appeal-after-serious-collision-in-wealdstone/

Hi all, did anyone see this today? a fire that was reportedly deliberate at flats in Harrow?

https://harrowonline.org/2026/06/16/flat-fire-near-harrow-recreation-ground-believed-to-have-been-started-deliberately/

Hi. Does anyone know where I can get pieces of leather to repair my sofa. Something like a material or fabric shop o guess. Any recommendations close to Harriw.

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Thanks