Harborne
Smart and sophisticated, Harborne is a local centre offering a wide range of traditional independent stores, boutique shops and bars, pubs, cafés and restaurants. A place of character and lively energy, there’s a strong feeling of community in Harborne. This is particularly highlighted by the annual summer carnival which brings together its people and attracts thousands of visitors every year.
SHOPPING
Harborne offers a reassuringly wide mix of quality retailers. It’s a place where you’ll find everything you need for the household and the family, as well as nice little treats and surprises along the way. Eclectic gift shops sit beside greengrocers displaying the freshest fruits and vegetables; stylish jewellers and delightful gift shops share customers with organic butchers and friendly independent supermarkets. And there are cafés and gastro-pubs to relax in when you need to take a break.
DINING AND NIGHTS OUT
Harborne offers lively evenings out. From atmospheric pubs with exciting live music, to café-style bars and restaurants, great times await. There’s a cosmopolitan array of delightful restaurants, including one that’s Michelin starred. Indian, Thai, Chinese, Italian and more, Harborne is perfect for nights out with friends – and you’re assured a warm welcome wherever you go.
SPORTS AND LEISURE
Harborne has a pretty well-established sporting presence, with local cricket, rugby, hockey, tennis and golf clubs to name but a few. The Harborne Swimming Pool and Leisure Complex is currently under construction and will be opened in 2012, providing state-of-the-art leisure facilities for everyone.
Queen’s Park in Harborne is not just a beautiful and peaceful space; it’s a place where those looking to get active and work on their fitness can take a calmer, gentler approach. A ‘not too taxing’ two kilometre walk is marked out around the park, helping to keep your healthy lifestyle nicely on-track!
