Brent guide

The London borough of Brent incorporates some 1,685 streets. Brent at its widest point is 14.6 miles by 35.7 miles in length.

Brent's most famous feature is the legendary Wembley Stadium, the home of English football. Wembley Arena also attracts huge crowds and is one the capital's largest music venues. Brent is a multi-cultural heartland and offers fascinating glimpses into London's many faiths. The Hindu Temple in Neasden, The Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, was carved in India but assembled in North London and rises spectacularly out of its urban surroundings.

For shoppers, the famous Swedish furniture store IKEA is located within the borough, as is Wembley Market which boasts a good selection of clothes, jewellery, food and bric-a-brac. Escape the city buzz in leafy Gladstone Park or enjoy a walk along the tow path of the Grand Union Canal.

These 1,685 streets are home to over 5326 LondonTown.com featured venues, which include 1963 restaurants, 1495 shops, 329 attractions, 485 clubs and pubs and 503 leisure venues.