Notable People
- Oarsman Don Allum (1937–1992), first man to row the Atlantic Ocean in both directions, lived in Heston.
- Guitarist Ritchie Blackmore, of rock bands Deep Purple and Rainbow, grew up in Heston.
- Anthony Collins (1676–1729), philosopher friend of John Locke, was born in Heston.
- Composer Ernest John Moeran (1894–1950) was born in Heston.
- Guitarist Jimmy Page, of rock band Led Zeppelin, was born in Heston.
- Horticulturist Ellen Willmott (1858–1934) was born in Heston.
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