Youth
Shepherd’s Bush has the most happening nightlife in town, masses of places to eat and drink in a vibrant atmostphere plus over 200 stalls at the market and plenty of shops, young people will love. Shepherd’s Bush is also home of BBC Television centre. Forget travelling to busy central London when you can get great value in the Bush.
What's On
Shepherds Bush Empire: It was built in 1903 for music hall performances and is now a world-famous venue for all types of music.
Shepherds Bush Green, W12 8TT
Web:www.shepherds-bush-empire-co.uk
“It was my third time seeing Amy Winehouse on stage. I took my best friend and I enjoy every bit of it, as for the crowd everyone went crazy when she came on. I love Shepherd’s Bush Empire, if you get a chance to come here, you would be stupid to miss it. “
Mica Benn, 18, East London
Bush Hall: Acoustic music from jazz to classical, in a restored Edwardian ballroom setting.
Described by Time Out as ‘A faded Edwardian treasure with a sense of coolly shabby chic’.
310 Uxbridge Road, W12 7LJ
Web: www.bushhallmusic.co.uk
Where to stay
St Christopher’s Inn
Offers the best accommodation at a low budget including entertainment, food and internet access.
13-15 Shepherds Bush Green, London W12 8PH
Tel: 0207 407 18 56 Web: www.belushis.com
"I’m a student and this place is well suited for a students pocket…for what you get here it is worth it, rather than staying in a hotel in Knightsbridge".
Harry, Lancaster
Shopping
Shepherds Bush Market Mon- Sat from 9am to 6pm, early close on Thursday
Discover the one of west London’s traditional markets which has various stalls selling food from many different cultural backgrounds such as Caribbean, Italian, Africa, South America and Eastern European. It is not just any market, Shepherd’s Bush offers the finest quality fabrics, groceries, cooking utensils, travel luggage, jewellery and clothing.
“ Wow. This is the place to be when you want to try ethnic foods. The people are GREAT so friendly and helpful." Claire, Portugal.
“ Had a great day out with my friends.” Carolina, White City.
"It’s cheap for students" Mila, Fulham.
"London is good place to get around, there is a bus or trains which can take you to where you want to go…for that reason I love going to central London from Shepherds Bush". Cali, North London.
For more information
www.visitlondon.com
www.shepherdsbushw12.com