Holiday homes & rentals in Harlow

Nestled in the leafy English countryside, Harlow is one of the UK’s most famous examples of the New Town. Built almost from scratch after the Second World War, it’s filled with rich social history and an exceptional quality of life. Thanks to that, the accommodation and holiday cottages are all of high-standard, modern-build, and so perfect for all seasons. The town is also well known for its walkability, with one of the country’s first pedestrianised centres – a great place to take a break from traffic.

Classic Pub Grub to Great Indian Feasts Within Reach of Your Holiday Cottage Accommodation

Although not the largest of English towns, Harlow does have a rich food and drink offering – most of which should be in reach of any accommodation. For a traditional English pub meal, the Moorhen Pub & Grill is a great option. They have a wide selection of steaks available, including the well-reviewed vegan beetroot version.

As with most English towns, a staple of the high street is the local curry house. Here your best option is the Garden of India, with the lamb chops or biryani the picks of the menu.

For an Italian treat, there’s Marco’s. Treated with great affection by the locals, one dish that keeps them coming back is the calamari – tender pieces of squid fried and served simply. Just make sure you've booked a cab to get you back to your accommodation - you'll be full.

Sport, Culture, and Art: Harlow’s Local Attractions

Like many of England’s New Towns, Harlow is blessed with a great deal of street sculpture from great British artists of the mid-20th century. Harlow’s sculpture collection features offerings from Barbara Hepworth, Auguste Rodin and Henry Moore. There are over 100 in total scattered through the town – if you’re lucky, there may be a few near your accommodation.

The town also has a rich sport culture with four cricket clubs in the area, the football club Harlow Town F.C., as well as a rugby union team.

It’s also worth visiting the Playhouse Theatre, where you can take in a comedy performance, a play, or even some contemporary dance.

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