Neasden

Neasden is a place in the London Borough of Brent. In Neasden is the Neasden Temple, the largest Hindu temple outside India.

Related Topics:
London Borough of Brent - Neasden Temple - Hindu - India

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The area was recorded as Neasdun in 939 and the name is derived from the Old English naess, 'nose' and dun, 'hill'. It means 'the nose-shaped hill' referring to a well-defined landmark of this area. It was known as Needsden in 1750, and the present spelling appeared at a later date.

Related Topics:
939 - Old English - 1750

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It has achieved a certain notoriety thanks to the British satirical magazine, Private Eye. Since early in its history the magazine has used Neasden as an exemplar of the urban environment in pieces parodying current events and personalities. Spoof sports reports usually feature the perennial losers, Neasden F.C..

Related Topics:
Satirical - Private Eye - Neasden F.C.

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Nearest places:

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• Willesden
• Cricklewood
• Kingsbury
• Harlesden

Nearest tube station:

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• Neasden tube station