The London borough of Haringey incorporates some
1,389 streets.
Haringey at its widest point is 4.9 miles by
8.2 miles in length.
Haringey is famous for its literary connections such as Sir John Betjeman, who lived in West Hill as a child and also Karl Marx who is buried in nearby Highgate cemetery.
In the Western half of the borough stands Alexandra Palace, the last great Victorian exhibition space in Europe and the birth place of television. It boasts panoramic views over London and plays host to many major annual events. These include the London Classic Motorshow held in March and a number of antique and collectors fairs held throughout the year. The Parkland Walk links Alexandra Palace to Finsbury Park, home to the famous Fleadh annual open air music event.
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