Harlow provides a host of lesiure opportunities for residents,
visitors and workers in the town.
Older members of the community can take advantage of the Leah
Manning Centre - a place to relax, meet other people, seek advice
or receive a good meal, hair cut or chiropody service.
The popular Young Peoples' Information Centre at Occasio House
provides activities, support and a place to chill out for the
younger members of our community.
Children and families love Pets Corner and in the summer the
many paddling pools around the town provide hours of entertainment.
Harlow is host to 164 acre Town Park with its scenic
landscapes, river walks, sculptures, adventure playground and
skatepark. The spectacular Harlow Show and other music
events take place in the park during the summer months with
the annual bonfire and fireworks display held
on fireworks display on 5th Novemberattracting thousands
of Harlow residents as well as people from further
afield.
There are also many exciting sports and physical activity
opportunities such as an extensive range of cycle networks, sport
centres, athletics track, sports pitches and a baseball
diamond.
Also worth visiting are Parndon Wood Nature Reserve,
Harlow Museum, The Gibberd Gallery and Harlow Playhouse.