Wembley Park: An Area Guide
In the past, Wembley was synonymous with its namesake Stadium: there weren’t many other reasons to go to the Zone 4 town in north-west London. That’s all changed now, though, thanks to the push for Build to Rent (BTR) properties and a complete overhaul of the area’s amenities.
The ‘Rental Revolution’ has been brought to Wembley by BTR agent Tipi, who have provided the area with modern developments including one, two and three-bedroom properties, on-site gyms, social spaces, and secure car parking and bike storage. Tipi own all of their buildings, playing both agent and landlord in a fresh approach to renting. There are no agency fees and deposit-free contract options, broadband and utilities included in the rent, plus a 24-hour concierge service and on-site Resident team to help make sure your day-to-day life runs smoothly. With every aspect of moving in, rental payments, and everyday living managed by one central company, all the little hassles of renting are gone!
But why Wembley, right? What used to be a boring, industrial area is now actually one of the most exciting developments in London. Of course, you’ve got Wembley Stadium, the UK’s largest football stadium and host of huge concerts which have historically included Oasis, Muse, Beyoncé and the Spice Girls… but there are also a bunch of new shopping, eating and leisure facilities for residents to enjoy.
Boxpark Wembley
Yep, that’s right – Boxpark has come to Wembley. Famous for its Shoreditch location which fuses pop-up boutiques and delicious street food in the world’s first pop-up mall, Boxpark provides a fresh way to experience market culture. Boxpark Wembley is the third iteration of creator Roger Wade’s modern street food, events and leisure concept, and focuses on bringing the hottest street food to north west London. There are three massive bars, a wide variety of food stalls ranging from mouth-watering burritos to gourmet desserts, a 300-capacity club room, an upstairs games area, and the main space can be used as a 2000-capacity events venue. Boxpark hosts regular events including Premier League live screenings, comedy events, short film screenings and music/club nights to suit all music tastes.
London Designer Outlet
Got an eye for fashion and an expensive taste, but not quite the wallet to match? The new London Designer Outlet in Wembley could be your saving grace. With outlets of stores such as Levi’s, Champion, Kurt Geiger, Adidas, Jack Wills and Nike all offering up to 70% off RRP, you’re sure to find a bargain without sacrificing quality. There’s also a range of chain restaurants including Pizza Express, Las Iguanas, Wagamama, Nando’s and Pret A Manger if you’re after a budget bite, and Cineworld hosts a nine-screen state-of-the-art cinema showing all the latest movies too.
Troubadour Theatre Wembley Park
Newly opened this summer, the Troubadour Theatre is a 1,000-2,000 capacity venue located within the former Fountain Studios – famous for hosting the live shows of The X Factor and Britain’s Got Talent. The theatre works with both well-known and emerging production companies to stage world-class entertainment, and the flexibility of the space makes for a fresh and exciting experience. Upcoming shows include the wonderful War Horse – returning to London for a limited season after a sold-out run at the National Theatre – plus the London exclusive of Soul of Shaolin, and family-fun Dinosaur World Live. Check out their website for more information.
Wembley Park Street Art Project
Wembley Park has partnered up with Global Street Art to transform the area with creative designs. Street art from local and global artists has brightened up Wembley Park, bringing even more new culture to the area. One of the featured artists is world renowned Mr Doodle, who has created an installation of quirky characters by hand, stretching across nearly 30,000 square feet! There’s also the Wembley Park Hoarding Jam, where 100 local school children have created their own street art across a 40m stretch of hoarding, set against the backdrop of Wembley Stadium. The Project is a great display of community, and an indication of how Wembley Park is flourishing!
Transport
Alright, so we’ve established that there are loads of great things to keep you entertained in Wembley Park. But let’s talk about getting to the rest of London, and that dreaded word – commuting. No need to worry, as there are three stations in Wembley offering excellent connections to the rest of London.
Wembley Park is on the Metropolitan and Jubilee lines, providing direct access to the West End in 15 minutes, and the City in under half an hour. The Jubilee line is also on the Night Tube network – hello 24 hour weekend travel!
Wembley Central is on the Bakerloo line and the Overground, with direct Overground trains to Euston in 30 minutes. There’s also a National Rail service from Wembley Central, heading north to Watford and south to Shepherd’s Bush and Clapham Junction, among others.
All of the stations are in Zone 4, and there are also a selection of local buses which serve the area.
Tipi
So, it’s settled that Wembley Park is a cool and convenient location to call home. But it isn’t all about location, and that’s where Tipi’s gorgeous homes come in. They’ve invested nearly a million hours into designing the best apartments to rent, and it has paid off.
There are a range of buildings, apartments and amenities tailored to suit your needs, including Scandi-chic Landsby, Sunday Times British Homes award shortlisted Alto, and Alameda, the pinnacle of modern zen. There are currently 6 buildings in the development, giving you plenty of choice to find the best fit for your lifestyle and budget. The two- and three-bedroom apartments are ideal for sharers – with plenty of open-plan communal space and good sized bedrooms for when you need some alone-time.
You don’t even need to leave your building for an evening of fun with your flatmates: the apartment complexes include open-air and indoor cinemas, rooftop terraces, lounges and resident kitchens, perfect for when your own four walls aren’t quite enough.
Take a look at the amazing Tipi apartments on our website.
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