Best Shaded Areas and Benches in Wembley Park for Wembley Stadium and OVO Arena Visitors

Here are some of our tips and recommendations for the best shaded areas near Wembley Stadium & OVO Arena

There are 7 seated/shaded locations

Elvin Gardens

A beautifully landscaped garden space with mature trees and shaded lawns Ideal for families or anyone wanting a quieter moment away from the crowds. There are comfortable benches surrounded by greenery, offering some of the best natural shade in the area.

Market Place & Samovar Space

A great, tree‑lined area with benches, greenery, and natural shade. The benches around Samovar Square offer a mix of shaded and semi‑shaded seating options, ideal for relaxing before heading to your event.

Union Park South

If you want to lie down under the trees, then this is the place! Only a few minutes from Olympic Way, you can break away from the crowds and keep cool under the tree canopy, and nearby water features.

Weaver Walk

A mix of green space and chic water features. A true oasis of urban calm located right next to Olympic Way. Enjoy a cup of tea or coffee as you relax on the plentiful oakwood benches and listen to the sound of the fountains.

Zig-a-zag Allée

Home to plenty of wooden benches, shrubs and flowerbeds, not only is it a tribute to the world-famous girl band Spice Girls, but it also offers up impressive views of the Stadium Arch, and a sense of calm in the heart of Wembley Park.

Arena Square

The dancing water fountains are stunning to watch and fun for children to cool off in warmer weather. The stone steps and round benches surrounding the square, or the picnic benches dotted around the area make for a relaxing chill-out spot.

Wembley Park Boulevard

Enjoy the shade and benches along the Boulevard, or the shaded areas around the Wembley Park Play Park.

A day out at Wembley Park during a Wembley Stadium or OVO Arena event can be electric, but when the crowds build and the sun is out, knowing exactly where to find cool, shaded spots and comfortable benches becomes a game changer. Shade in Wembley Park isn’t just pleasant, really it’s practical. Standing or sitting in the shade can make the air feel around 2°C cooler, helping you stay comfortable before and after your event.

Event Day Tips

Choose shaded routes when walking to the stadium or arena.
Arrive early to secure shaded seating areas.
Use tree‑lined spaces like Elvin Gardens for natural cooling.
Avoid standing in direct sunlight on Olympic Way during peak hours.
If you need water, then find the nearest water refilling station (for free) near you: https://wembleypark.greentalk.eco/collection/water-stations

Photo Acknowledgement: Chris Winter