Shepherd's Bush
The London Kensington Forum is an excellent choice of hotel accommodation for visitors wishing to explore London’s Shepherds Bush.
The name is thought to have meant a resting place for shepherds on their way to Smithfield Market in the City of London. Today it is home to the Shepherds Bush Empire, Bush Theatre and the BBC; a vibrant, multicultural melting pot with entertainment and plenty of places to eat, drink and shop.
The international character of the area is immediately recognisable in the large number of restaurants offering dishes from around the world. In fact you can even take a food tour here, where a Blue Badge Guide gives you a behind the scenes taste of this multicultural corner of London.
Shepherds Bush Market is a buzzy street market offering a colourful range of ethnic food as well as clothing, carpets, fabrics, music, bags, jewellery and much more.
You can also experience some retail therapy at Westfield Shopping Centre - the ultimate shopping experience with a distinctive mix and match of designer and high street labels under one stunning roof!
The Bush Theatre on Shepherds Bush Green is one of the most celebrated new writing theatres in the world. It has an international reputation for discovering and nurturing and producing the best new theatre writers from the widest range of backgrounds and presenting their work to the highest standards.
The Shepherds Bush Empire is a well-known music venue that has played host to performers such as Davis Bowie, The Rolling Stones and Bob Dylan.
In Shepherds Bush you can take a tour of the world’s most famous TV centre. This 2-hour tour of the BBC Television Centre includes a visit to the BBC News and Weather Centre. Or you can take your children on a tour of the studios that make the BBC Children’s programmes, with an interactive play area for the kids. You can book for both tours on (0370 603 0304).
You can even join a live BBC studio audience at the recording of some BBC TV and radio programmes. Ring 0370 901 1227 for details and tickets.
Situated in South West London, Shepherds Bush is just a short journey from the London Kensington Forum.
Call 0871 942 9100 to reserve your hotel near Sheperds Bush