Local history and heritage
Discover Hillingdon's history of places, people and artefacts.
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Information about our collections, services, research facilities and how to donate an item to our collections.
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Includes our latest exhibition on Northwood Cemetery and the Polish Air Force: 5 airmen's personal stories of heroism and sacrifice.
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The history and tales of the borough through its people, buildings and natural environment.
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View documents, books, albums, statues and more in our archive collections.
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Learn about Hillingdon's past residents and local characters.
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Look back at events, achievements and read interesting facts about Hillingdon's sporting history.
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Explore historical places of interest in the borough of Hillingdon.
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Use our interactive map to match paintings in our collection with their actual locations.
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Information and resources to help with family and house history, and researching the First World War.