Wembley is one of the best places to live, with loads to see and do at your doorstep. You’ll be close to most major universities in London and just 15 mins from the city centre by tube so you can soak up all the excitement the capital has to offer.

 

Top attractions 

With so many unique things to do in Wembley,it’s no surprise that people come from all across the world to visit. Here are some of the top attractions you won’t want to miss. 

Wembley Stadium Tours: The Home of Football, Wembley Stadium is one of the greatest sporting and music venues in the world. Take a 90-minute tour of the stadium and follow in the footsteps of legends. Don’t forget to have your picture taken under the iconic arch and lookout for Wembley Stadium events online. 

Wembley Arena: Catch a live music or comedy show at the OVO Arena Wembley (formerly SSE Arena), where some of the world’s biggest icons have graced the stage including The Rolling Stones, ABBA and The Beatles. There are loads of exciting events every month, see what’s on and snag some tickets here.  

Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre: Just a short walk from Wembley Park station, Wembley Park Theatre brings to life world-class plays and musicals in an ultra-cool venue. Round up your mates and head over for a show you won’t forget. 

Also worth visiting is the Wembley Temple, Shree Sanatan Hindu Mandir. It’s free to visit and the architecture is exquisite. Or if you’re an art lover, take a wander around the Wembley Park Art Trail and explore colourful murals and artworks from impressive artists around the world. 

 

Outdoor activities 

Located just on the outskirts of the big city, Wembley has loads of leafy green spaces for a breath of fresh air between your studies. Here are some of the top outdoor spaces in the area. 

Fryent Country Park: A large green park with rolling fields, meadows and woods. There’s lots of footpaths to follow and a lovely pond which is perfect for a waterside picnic. You’ll feel as though you’re in the countryside. 

King Edward VII Park: A great spot to take a scenic stroll or work up a sweat. There are football pitches, tennis courts, bowling greens and an outdoor gym, if you’re up for it.  

The Brent Reservoir: Also known as the Welsh Harp, this waterside spot is a wonderful local gem, perfect for nature walks. See how many birds you can spot or simply relax and enjoy the stunning views.  

Shopping

A little retail therapy never hurt nobody. Here are some of the best Wembley outlet stores for a food and fashion haul. 

London Designer Outlet: Level up your wardrobe for less. With up to 70% off designer brands all year round, this shopping centre is a big hit for uni students. Don’t forget to carry your student ID to snag even bigger discounts in select stores. 

Wembley Central: Right by Wembley Central tube station, this is a great spot to pick up a few bits on your way back home, with high street shops like Argos, TK Maxx and more. 

Elsewhere, there’s a nearby Sainsbury, Lidl, ASDA and Tesco for your weekly food shop. Keep an eye out for daily meal deals. You can usually grab a sandwich, soft drink and snack for around £3.50 – just look out for the ‘meal deal’ stickers in store. Or, if your student budget is a little stretched, pop into Poundland to pick up some snacks, stationery, and household goodies for a little over £1. 

 

Getting around

If you’re going to university in London, Scape Wembley is a great location to live in as it’s really close to several major universities including Regent College London, University of Westminster, Middlesex University and UCL. 

It’s also just an hour to Heathrow Airport, which is great if you’re an international student living in London or you just love to travel. 

There are loads of exciting things to do around Wembley, but if you want to venture further out its super easy to get around. There are three main train stations in Wembley that can take you around London in just a few short stops, including Wembley Park, Wembley Central and Wembley Stadium. Just tap in using your contactless card and you can be at the world-famous Baker Street in 12 mins on the Metropolitan Line or the spectacular West End in under 20 mins on the Jubilee Line. You can also travel directly into Kings Cross St Pancras station which has great train links across the UK and Europe.