West Harrow - great for culture vultures
Lying to the west of Harrow (as the name suggests), this residential area of north-west London is considered the bohemian part of Harrow.
At Usurp Art Gallery, which was converted from an old butcher's shop, you can see exhibitions and local artists at work in their studios. There's a thriving jazz community here too, with saxophonist Courtney Pine and bassist Gary Crosby performing regularly in the area.
Get active at West Harrow Recreation Ground
West Harrow Park is a lovely spot for a walk whatever the season, and also boasts a range of sports facilities if you want to burn off a few calories during your stay.
It's got an outdoor gym, two cricket pitches, bowling green, basketball court and a large children's playground.
On your way to Wembley�
Wembley is around a 20-minute Tube ride from West Harrow. The atmosphere at England's national stadium is electric on match days, so if you've got tickets for the big match, why not arrive early to be part of the buzz around Wembley Park? Before the game you can shop for bargains at the London Designer Outlet and grab a bite to eat in one of the lively bars.
Looking for a cheap hotel Near West Harrow? Travelodge London Harrow Hotel is about a mile away. Slightly further afield is Travelodge London Northolt Hotel.