Pinner

Pinner station serves one of the most genuinely attractive historic villages in the whole of Greater London. The High Street running up from the station is lined with timber-framed medieval and Tudor buildings that survived the area's suburban development largely intact, making Pinner feel more like a Chilterns market town than a Zone 5 Underground stop. The Church of St John the Baptist at the top of the High Street dates to the 14th century. The annual Pinner Fair, which has been held on the High Street on May bank holiday since 1336, is one of the oldest street fairs in the country and fills the historic street with rides and stalls in a genuinely atmospheric setting.

Station Overview

Pinner station opened in 1885. It sits in Zone 5 and is served by the Metropolitan line only. The station does not have step-free access. It is between North Harrow to the south-east and Northwood Hills to the north-west.

Lines and Connectivity

The Metropolitan line (magenta) connects south-east towards North Harrow, Harrow-on-the-Hill and Baker Street (approximately twenty-five minutes). North-west services continue towards Northwood Hills, Northwood, Rickmansworth and the outer Metropolitan branches.

Facilities

Pinner station has a shop and travel information point. The High Street has a range of independent cafes, restaurants and shops within a short walk.

Accessibility

Pinner does not have step-free access. Harrow-on-the-Hill (several stops south-east) is the nearest accessible Metropolitan line station.

Travel Tips

• Walk up the High Street from the station to reach the medieval village centre - the timber-framed buildings and the 14th-century church are at the top.
• The Pinner Fair takes place on the May bank holiday (usually the last Monday in May) - the High Street is closed to traffic and filled with traditional rides and stalls.
• Pinner Memorial Park, adjacent to the High Street, has good green space and a memorial to those who served in the World Wars.
• The local restaurants in the village are generally good quality for a Zone 5 outer suburb.
• No step-free access at this station.

Nearby Attractions

Pinner High Street - five minutes walk. A well-preserved medieval street with timber-framed buildings, independent shops, cafes and the 14th-century Church of St John the Baptist. Free to explore.

Pinner Fair - annually on the May bank holiday. One of England's oldest street fairs, first recorded in 1336. Held on the High Street.

Pinner Memorial Park - adjacent to the High Street. A pleasant park with a war memorial and good green space. Free.

Timings and Best Time to Travel

Metropolitan line services at Pinner run from approximately 05:00 to midnight. The village is most atmospheric on a dry afternoon; the annual fair in May is the highlight of the local calendar.