Northwood Cemetery is a beautiful, peaceful site opened in 1915 as a consequence of the growth of population in the Northwood area. The land was once part of the former Ruislip Common, by then in municipal ownership. Covering over 15 acres of land, it is a neat municipal cemetery with shrub beds and ornamental grasses either side of the entrance, which is through the gate with brick piers. There are numerous conifers throughout with various avenues of ornamental and evergreen trees.
At the entrance is a small rustic pavilion, now used as a mess room by grave-digging staff. The land slopes uphill towards Haste Hill with a belt of trees at the cemetery boundary. The site, used for burials and by many relations and friends for visits, is a relaxing and scenic place. It is well served by a footpath network which allows access for all.
