Pinner Village Show
A wonderful sunny day helped everyone to enjoy themselves in Pinner Park at the Pinner Village Show organised by the Rotary Club of Pinner. The event raised funds for the British Heart Foundation. To see the photos taken by the Pinner Local Team Click here.
New Ladies Shoe Shop opened in High Street
Shu Shu has just opened bringing stylish shoes and accessories to Pinner High Street.
dnk London
Diana and Natalie of dnk London are rightly proud of their recent refurbishment and they have had a great reaction to their new fashion ranges.
New Greengrocers Open
"Jamie's" the new Greengrocers is now open in Bridge Street. Excellent opportunity to buy really fresh Fruit and Veg in the centre of Pinner during the week from a really friendly and customer orientated team.
The Royal Air Force Association President's Band Concert
The last in the current series of Band Concerts in aid of West House took place on Sunday. The weather held off to allow the Royal Air Force Association Presidents Band to entertain the audience in Pinner Park. For images of the afternoon Click Here.
Soon to open a Greencrocer in Bridge St
There is a welcome sign on the former Flower Shop in Bridge Street Pinner advertising the impending opening of "Jamie's" Greengrocers business. Pinner has needed a good independant in the village centre for some time.
More changes in train in the High Street and Bridge Street
In Bridge St, Cancer Research UK has opened its new retail shop "Wishes", The Herbs & Acupuncture Chinese Medicine Clinic is fully open, to learn more Click here
In the High Street the former Bond Street Boutique premises will reopen as a new shoe shop "Shu Shu" which also has a branch at Beaconsfield. They are advertising for staff. Scanscene is also tempoarily closed we understand, for refitting and new ranges. The new apartments being developed above the Red Lion Parade are well under way.
West House Construction
The new brickwork and roof are proceeding apace.
Special Lunches at Thai Villa
Lunch in style without a big bill at Thai Villa
Richards gifts and jewellery have a special discount voucher to print off on their Pinner Local page.
Heath Robinson Trust AGM
Heath Robinson Trust AGM and second in series of series of Band Concerts in aid of West House. For full report click here.
Starbucks coming to Pinner!!
An advertisment has been seen for a post in Pinner so this may come true.
Sales and discount available in the High Street
Both Camilla's and dnk London have sales on at the moment.
Changes in Pinner Shops
There are quite a few shops changing hands in Pinner. Laural has now been rebranded to James Lakeland, Scanscene has a new owner and Bond Street Boutique is also in the process of changing. Herbs and Accupuncture is new in Bridge Street where Dreamcatcher once stood. The Cancer Research UK shop is rebranding as Wishes, still under their ownership. Cafe Cocoa is another business about to have a new owner. Shu Shu shoes is also due to open soon in The High Street.
Latest Edition of The Villager Celebrating The Pinner Association's 75th Anniversary
Members of the Pinner Association have just received their latest very special copy of The Villager. The annual subscription to the Association is modest and "The Villager" is an invaluable guide to Pinner.
Major Construction in Pinner
There is a great deal of construction underway in the village. The skyline in changing over Red Lion Parade and the water main is being renewed. On the other side of Bridge Street there is the prospect of more flats being developed.
Significant Business Change in Pinner
This year has seen a significant number of changes in all types of businesses in Pinner. There have been a number of closures, relocations, shops changing hands and completely new arrivals. The local fashion scene is tipped to become even stronger with expansion by the Valet and talk of a new shoe shop and perhaps a Fashion Chain joining the already well established shops like Camilla's and dnk london. This is on top of the Evans Easyspace office development in Marsh Road.
West House and Heath Robinson Trust nominated for £1000 grant
West House and the Heath Robinson Trust have been entered for the Observer and Barclays let’s do awards by Cynthia Wells. The Pinner Observer carried an article last week that explained how significant money has been raised, mainly by local people to restore the building and it should be finished by the end of the year. Mrs. Wells confirmed that the trustees of the charity are now working on raising money to fit out the restored building. When completed the house will be Harrow’s first public art gallery, capable of staging local and national exhibitions.The building will also house more than 500 original works by the internationally respected illustrator Heath Robinson who lived in Pinner and Hatch End, it will also contain the Pinner Book of Remembrance.
Evans House official opening
Today saw the offical opening of Evans House in Pinner by the Mayor of Harrow Jean Lammiman and the local MP. Click here for photograph and information. This gave local businesses a further opportunity to learn about Evans Easyspace and see the impressive facilities available.
Kitts Travel Finalists in Travel Agent of the Year 2007 Awards
Andrew Rowdon and Kitts Travel have been selected as Finalists in the 2007 Travel Agent of the year competition. This is an incredible achievement as the entrants are drawn from all over the United Kingdom. The Finals take place in Manchester on 12 July. Andrew has also made a recording recently To hear his demo track Click here and select Andrew.
The French Farmers Market took over the Bridge Street Pavement
This event took place along Bridge Street over the weekend. Click here for images
Visit Latest Linda Blackstone Exhibition
On during the period 6 June to 23 June between 10 am to 5 pm, Wednesday to Saturday see the excellent exhibtion of paintings etc that the gallery is renowned for in Pinner and the surrounding area. Closed on Monday's and Tuesday's.
The Childrens Bookshop Bridge St Pinner now stocks all types of books
Good news for Pinner, with the Closure of Corbett's, The Childrens Bookshop in Bridge St has widened its range of books and is advertising a special offer for former customers.
Pinner Music Festival
This exciting event starts on the 5 June 2007 at 7.45 pm in the Parish Church. Musicians-Elgar and Schubert. Pinner Parish Church. Ticketsare available from Kitts Travel
Will it be Foxtons or a Pub on the former McDonalds Pinner site?
There are a number of rumours about what type of business will move into the former McDonalds site.
A new Opticians in Bridge St where Essensuals used to trade?
It is believed a new Opticians will take the place of the Essensuals salon.
Two4Two
New Hair and Beauty salon to open soon in Bridge St.
Pinner Fair took place on Wednesday in spite of rain
Young people from Pinner and the surrounding area enjoyed the Fair which took place in the High Street, Bridge Street and Marsh Road. Lots of stalls and rides, "All the Fun of the Fair".
Pinner Village Featured in New Tourism Campaign
As part of the Visit London Villages campaign Harrow on the Hill and Pinner are both highlighted in a brand new integrated marketing campaign by Visit London to promote the capital's range of villages. The campaign is the result of partnership work between Visit London and participating councils throughout London.The campaign kicks off on Thursday 24 May when 2,000 square feet of green turf will transform Trafalgar Square into London's "village green". During the two-day event people will be able to take advantage of the green space to have a picnic or just soak up the atmosphere and relax in a deck chair. The brand new Village Life guide featuring both Harrow on the Hill and Pinner is now available with the current edition of Time Out and with Friday's edition of the Evening Standard. Favourite local haunts will be recognised in the guide along with the first mention of the West House developments in Pinner. An online version of the guide will be available.
The Valet are introducing Womenswear from September 2007
The very distinctive menwear shop in the High Street have announced that they will be stocking womenwear from September 2007. More information about ranges as available.
Maytime Revels in Pinner Memorial Park in Support of West House
The Maytime Revels were enthusiastically supported in Pinner Memorial park on Saturday and enjoyed by all in spite of the weather which as forecast had both sunshine and showers. There were dancers from Pinner Theatre and Dance, musicians, a visit of the Mayor of Harrow Cllr. Jean Lammiman and a number of local charities supporting the day, to raise funds for the Friends of West House to carry on the restoration. Pinner Local were there and our images giving a flavour of the real live Village event it was, can be seen by Clicking here with more on the Friends of West House website Click here
Corbett's Bookshop in Pinner High Street Closing Down
The village has just heard of the very unfortunate impending closure of Corbett's bookshop. A focal point of the Street and a pleasant refuge to browse for a book. David Cooke the manager and all the staff, want all their customers to know that they are sad to be closing and thank everyone for their support over many years.
Pinner Association AGM & Harrow Tourism
The meeting on Wednesday 25 April provided an update on the year from the Association standpoint and was followed by an excellent talk from Lizi Clark the Harrow Tourism Officer. She emphasised the importance of Tourism to London as a whole and also for the individual Boroughs where it is a real money spinner. The advent of the new Wembly stadium and the 2012 Olympics will have a beneficial effect for the Harrow area. She also emphasied the size of the relatives and friends visiting market in London, which has not been highlighted in the past but which brings with it substantial financial advantage to local businesses.
Panasonic Special Offers
Visit Panasonic to see their Super Multiformat Combi Receivers with Freeview. The DNR-EX75 normally £349 reduced to £299 and the DMR-EZ45V reduced from £249 to £199
Pinner St. George's Day Celebrations on Sunday 22 April 2007
This years event exceeded expectations and was fun for all the family. There were great crowds in the village and the weather was terrific. The day started with the Farmers Market and Spring Plant Fair. The traditional Ye Olde Pinner Village wheelbarrow race started at Elm park and went along Bridge St, with wheel oiling stops at the Oddfellows Arms, The George in Marsh Road and then on to, The Victory the The Hand in Hand, finishing at The Queens Head in the High St. It was a vigorous competition and the 15 teams did well to complete the course and drink the mandatory real ale. The singer Gemma Turner returned to entertain, (sponsored by Hanney Dawkins & Jones). The Harrow and Pinner Lions and other local groups had their stalls out. A mounted St. George and the Balloon man were enjoyed by the children. There were Morris dancers as well. Friends restaurant and The Queens Head served traditional English fare. The Victory pub also had a BBQ and face painting as well as their nomal menu. More shops opened in the High St, including The Valet , The Village Gallery and Laural. Pinner Local images of the day Click here
Shakespear's Birthday Informative Books at Corbetts Bookshop
To celebrate Shakespear's birthday on 23 April why not take a look at the range of books about the Bard in Corbetts Bookshop in the High St?
Brasserie Chez Gerard Opened 16 April 2007
The new restaurant in Pinner High Street opened on Monday. Excellent menu and wine list available. Click here for more information.
Norman Kember at Corbetts Bookshop
On Saturday 31st March Norman signed copies of his book "Hostage in Iraq" at Corbett’s Bookshop in Pinner, 19-21 High Street, Pinner, Middlesex, HA5 5PJ. Written with honesty and emotion., Norman Kember describes in detail his four month ordeal. Pinner Local report Click here.
Linda Blackstone Wedding Gift List Service
They have been approached by young couples who have already set up home together and yearn for beautiful works of art. They now offer a Wedding Gift List Service which is both easy to use and enables today's Bride and Groom to acquire the artistic finishing touches for their homes. Click here to purchase their Gift Vouchers
Latest Edition of The Villager Out Now
Members of The Pinner Association have just received the March 2007 copy of The Villager. To find out how to join Click here.
Restaurants Business Lunch Variety in Pinner
Pinner offers a good choice of restaurants for that special business lunch, including Thai Villa, La Giralda Friends and Caffe Uno to mention a few. Why not try them out in the next couple of weeks.
Evans Easyspace Centre Pinner Official Opening
This week saw the official opening of the Business Centre "Evans House" and with it the welcome news that Pinner could have up to 60 new businesses occupying it in due course. It also brings a state of the art conference facility to the town. More information available by Clicking here.
Foxtons
The view of most people in the know is that it is likely that the major London estate agents Foxtons will be coming to Pinner soon.
Corbetts Bookshop Oscars and Hollywood
Why not make sure that you have all the facts about the Oscars and Hollywood at your fingertips, by paying a visit to Corbett's bookshop in the High Street. They have a compleat range of titles covering this fascinating annual event.
St.Lukes Hospice Pinner Shop
Pinner local are pleased to feature the work of St.Lukes Hospice in the community on its own Directory page. The editor of the Pinner Observer is going to undertake a sponsored walk in Ireland in aid of the charity. You can read about the painful preparations that this entails on her Blog along with other interesting news items. Click here
More positive news. Contrary to recent reports Pinner is not dominated by Charity shops and there are still a large number of independent and interesting shops in the village. Have a look at the Directory on Pinner Local which reveal’s the true position. If you are looking for fashion, hardware, DIY, a pet shop, or a real butchers it is all there. There is also a wealth of restaurants. Memories are short because not long ago Pinner was voted the best place to live in the Borough.
There are more rumours that the former McDonald’s site will become the location for an estate agent. Perhaps it will be Foxtons who expanded into Surrey by opening a new office in Guildford last year. There they have a cafe-style office, which may help to explain why such a large site would be required.
St Lukes Hospice Fundraising
St Lukes is represented in Pinner by their shop in Bridge Street. To find out a list of their fundraising events and how you can help Click here
Monkey Business is to Expand its offer for kids up to age 16
The prestigious Drapers Weekly quotes Abbey Hallett when she attended the Pitti Bimbo fashion fair in Florence as follows "We've increased our budget this season because we're looking to relocate, Kidswear is difficult but we're looking forward to 2007 and the autumn collections look great".
Evans Easyspace Centre Pinner
Centre Manager Joanna Haslock appointed as manager of Evans House the former Intercontinental Medical Supplies building on the corner of Marsh Road and Eastcote Road. This brings an Evans Business Centre to Pinner offering fully serviced office accomodation. More information available by Clicking here.
Pinner New Year Sales
Fashion & Lingerie Sale at Camillas
Menswear Sale at The Valet
Recycle Christmas Trees and Cards
The message from Harrow Council is don’t throw them, recycle them!
Wol Childrens Book by Pinner Author Available in Corbett's
Michelle Walker who has lived in Pinner all her life has recently published her first book for children "Wol & the Purplitchs" Featured in the Pinner Observer, children will really enjoy finding out what a Puplitch is?
McDonald's Pinner Closed
The McDonald's restaurant in Bridge Street closed on Saturday. This is believed to be due to a change in trading patterns. It had been open in the village since 1989.
West House Pinner Redevelopment Starts
The important restoration of the West House building is starting. To read more about this project and how it will the home of the Heath Robinson Museum Click here
Pinner Motorcyclist Delivers Motorcyles For Health in Africa
Ray Warren of Monavis Ltd joined other members of the Riders For Health charity last month to deliver 100 motorcyles to Health agencies in Afica. To find out how this extraordinary venture went and how you can support the charity yourself Click here.
Pantomime Evening
The Pinner Pantomime Evening was a great success with slightly warmer weather than last year. This brought out the crowds to enjoy an evening of fun rides, school choirs, street entertainers and of course late night shopping in the festive atmosphere that Pinner creates so well.
Wol & The Purplitchs"
Michelle Walker who has lived in Pinner all her life has recently published her first book for children "Wol & the Purplitchs" Just right for that extra Christmas present, children will enjoy finding out what a Puplitch is? This delightful book can be previwed online by Clicking here
Thai Villa
New Thai cusine restaurant that offers excellent food and value for money. Special luncheon menus with mouth watering dishes.
Pinner United Football Club
Latest fixtures Click here
Advertisers - Pinner Local Brings Results
The Post Office at Cannon Lane reports that since recently advertising on Pinner Local many new customers have called in to them for the excellent Post Office service provided by the team. Pinner Local advertising can be seen at any time on the internet all year round.
Pinner Rugby Football Club
Latest news available by Clicking here
Pinner Motorcyclist to Delivered Motorcyles For Health in Africa
Ray Warren joined other members of the Riders For Health charity last year to deliver 100 motorcyles to Health agencies in Afica. To find out more about this extraordinary venture and how you can support the charity yourself Click here.
Tommy Hilfiger found at The Valet
New range at The Valet from Tommy Hilfiger. You now do not have to travel to the West End to buy this iconic brand.
Pinner Local Website Search
Try out the new website search function found near the top on the right hand side of each page. It has just been added by webmaster Geoff Brown. If you want a short cut to reveal all the information we have on a particular subject, use our Search button.
Pinner Local Advertising New Entry Level Listing
If you just need your logo, a main image and contact details displayed, our new listing at just £45 for a whole year is now available. Click here for details.
Pinner & All that Jazz
If you like Jazz, Pinner Village is the place to find it in London. Eight concerts with famous personalities in the world of Jazz. Click here to find out more.
World Wide Web
The Pinner Observer on Thursday 3 August carried a quote from David Elliott who along with Geoff Brown founded Pinner Local, when marking the Anniversary of the creation of the first website by Sir Tim Berners-Lee on August 6 1991.
Pinner Local in the News
In the news. The Pinner Observer on Thursday 27 July 2006 carried a feature "Putting Pinner on the world map". The reporter Dhruti Shah explained how "Pinner is famed for being a haven for independant retailers selling custom made goods". Pinner Local is helping to increase Pinner Businesses reach by using the Internet . The new web presence of The Village Gallery at http://www.thevillagegallerypinner.co.uk/ was also mentioned with comments from the owner.
Tourism
Harrow Council have recently highlighted the importance of Tourism. It is one of the main priorities in shaping the future of the area.
Fonetastic News
Joining the existing Internet Cafe at Cafe Cocoa is a second independant location in Pinner offering Internet Access to customers. Located at 61 Bridge Street, not only selling a wide range of Mobile Phones and Accessories but now also with an Internet Studio offering access to the web in half hour periods. Click here for Fonetastic listing. Just mention to Taz you heard about it on Pinner Local.
The Village Gallery
Has a charming new website created by the Pinner Local team Click here to go first to their Directory page.
Pinner Nails
Is a family owned business, with branches in Manchester and elsewhere in Greater London. Click here for their page.
Cannon Lane Post Office
A very spacious and refurbished Post Office that also has a very good range of Greetings cards and packaging materials.
Richards Jewellers
The High Street shop now refixtured are very willing to undertake watch battery replacement, as well as providing a wide assortment of jewellery and other gifts. Click here for their page.
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