Shepherd's Bush Green

Shepherd's Bush Green is an eight-acre green space in West London that forms a triangular area with grass and trees throughout. Four major roads intersect the western section while numerous bus routes and five Underground stations provide transport connections to the broader city.

The site was first recorded in 1635 as a rest point for shepherds traveling to Smithfield Market in the City of London. Its name preserves this early use and its role as a meeting place has continued through the centuries.

The green serves as a meeting point for different communities, lined with shops, cafes, and entertainment that reflect daily life in this part of West London. The open space draws people who come to pause, shop, or simply pass through on their daily routines.

The site is easily reached by public transport with plenty of places to rest and sit around the green area. The space is busiest during shopping hours when foot traffic peaks, while quieter periods come in early morning and evening.

A planned redevelopment in 2013 revealed high arsenic levels in the soil linked to early industrial activity in the area. This discovery delayed construction work significantly and required extensive remediation measures to make the site safe.