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At Home in Old Harlow

A special place to live

Churchgate Street, just a short walk from Crowntree, is a picturesque and idyllic conservation area.

This tranquil corner of Old Harlow has a timeless charm. This unique neighbourhood is home to timber-framed buildings, an ancient church and a 16th century Grade II listed pub offering locals the perfect blend of beauty and connected convenience.

St Mary’s Church is thought to date back to Saxon times and has a 13th Century-stained glass window

A new chapter For Old Harlow

The best of town and country living

Old Harlow offers homebuyers the perfect combination of historic charm and contemporary convenience.

The nearby town centre boasts an array of pubs, café’s and independent shops, so your day-to-day requirements will be well catered for

A close-knit community

Old Harlow’s is an established community where residents regularly come together and participate in social events, sports teams and local clubs.

Building bright futures

The area is well served by a range of highly regarded state and independent schools, including the nearby Churchgate primary school and independent St Nicholas School, which caters for primary and secondary students.

Food in Old Harlow

The Queens Head

The Queens Head in nearby Chuchgate Street is a Grade II listed 16th-century timber framed Inn. Its Tudor-era character is contrasted by the contemporary food and drink on offer in the pub today. Visitors can enjoy a wide selection of delicious Thai dishes alongside a range of cocktails and a selection of wines and beers.

26 Churchgate Street, Harlow,
CM7 0JT

thequeensheadpub.co.uk
01279 964553

John Barleycorn

The John Barleycorn is a traditional English country pub that is famous for its roasts. The old exposed oak beams and warm, cosy atmosphere make a great place to eat and drink with friends and family. The pub looks out onto a large garden and patio area with tables, parasols, pound with fountain and well-maintained lawns which back onto countryside.

Threshers Bush, Harlow,
CM17 0NS

thejohnbarleycorn.co.uk
01279 422675

The Green Man

This Grade II listed country pub was built back in the 14th century as a coaching inn. Its traditional features hint at its heritage. This is the perfect place If you’re in the mood a refreshing pint in the beer garden or fancy a pub food classic whilst huddled up by the open fire, The Green Man also has rooms, ideal if you have guests who want to say nearby.

Mulberry Green, Harlow
CM17 0ET

thequeensheadpub.co.uk
01279 442521

Getting around

Harlow is well known for its excellent transport links. The town enjoys superb connections for national and international travel by air, rail, and road.

The nearby M11 provides fast and easy access to the national motorway network from the close -by, newly constructed Junction 7a.

Location

Miles

Time

Harlow Town Centre

Bishop Stortford

M25 Junction 27

Stansted Airport

Hertford

Chelmsford

Cambridge

Close to home

Nearby Old Harlow High Street offers a mixture of convenient and quaint, locally owned shops that reflect its historic and village-like appeal. Whether you’re after beauty treatments, coffee and cake or a bunch of flowers, you’ll find it all here.

Just a short drive away, you will find the newly opened David Lloyd club, offering state-of-the-art health and wellness facilities.

Out and about in Harlow

The town that has it all

Harlow town centre has a wealth of retail, dining and leisure options to meet the needs of the whole family.

At Water Gardens you’ll find Five Guys, Nando’s. Pizza Express, Wagamama, Next and H&M to name a few.

While the Harvey Centre is home to Primark, Cineworld and a whole host of dining and leisure options.

For those occasions when a special meal out is required
there is plenty to choose from in Harlow.

Dining out in Style

For those occasions when a special meal out is required there is plenty to choose from in Harlow.

Sevine brasserie and bar offers diners an upscale Mediterranean fusion menu and was voted ‘Best Restaurant in Essex’ (Muddy Stilettos Awards 2025).

If you prefer Indian cuisine, why not try Garden of India, a sleek modern Indian restaurant that was crowned ‘Best Indian Establishment South’ at The Food Awards 2023.