Northolt Walking, Talking and Exploring - Islip Manor and Northolt Village

A relaxed, welcoming walk to explore Islip Manor Park and Northolt Village, meet others, and reflect on what makes a place feel clean and pleasant to live in.

We meet at the station then walk south along the Mandeville Road, past what was Northolt Racecourse, to Islip Manor Park. We then cross over the main road to explore the village where much still remains from earlier times. We will visit St Mary's Church, see the site of the old Manor House and learn about the Dawoodi Bohra whose mosque and community is on the way to the Grand Union Canal. There we will pause and finish our walk. Some may wish to continue along the towpath to either Greenford or Southall, others can return to the village where we will, of course, choose a cafe to have our optional chill and chat.

A walk with a purpose

This walk is part of the Your Voice Your Town project, funded by Ealing Council, supporting a shared goal where Northolt residents selected clean and pleasant as their top priority for change.

As we walk, we’ll gently reflect on questions such as:

• what do we understand by 'clean and pleasant'?

• what features of the area we are walking in would support this?

• where might things be improved?

There's no pressure to speak - you’re welcome to simply listen, observe and enjoy the walk.

Since 2016, Talking and Exploring has been bringing people together through walks that focus on both place and people.

For this project, we also:

• welcome local residents, newcomers, and visitors alike
• reach out to those who may feel less confident, isolated or new to the area
• connect with local businesses, community and faith groups where possible
• create space for conversation, shared experience and new connections

We’ll finish with an optional café stop — a chance to rest, chat and continue the conversation in a relaxed setting.

You’ll also be invited to share your thoughts afterwards. Your feedback helps build a better understanding of how people experience Ealing and contributes to wider community insight.

🎟️ Free community walk – booking required

This walk is free to attend, thanks to funding from Ealing Council.

Places are limited, so please book in advance.

If you can no longer attend, do cancel your ticket so someone else can take part.

• Meeting point: The entrance hall and outside Northolt Underground Station
• Duration: approx. 2 hours
• Mostly outdoors, including green spaces
• Gentle pace with regular stops

👟 Please wear suitable footwear and dress for the weather
📸 Photos may be taken — let us know if you prefer not to be included
⚠️ You take part at your own risk (routes are risk-assessed in advance)

📝 Feedback:
You’ll be invited to complete a short feedback form after the walk — this is an important part of the project and helps ensure local voices are heard.

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