West London’s Hammersmith District in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham
West south-west of Charing Cross lies west London’s district of Hammersmith. Identified as one of the 35 major centres in Greater London, in the London Plan, this district is the administrative centre of the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham. Bordered by Shepherds Bush to the North, Chiswick to West, Kensington to the east and Fulham to the south, this area is considered as one of west London’s key commercial and employment centres. It is also a major transport hub for West London, and it is served by two underground stations and a bus station at the Broadway.
This district’s focal point is the commercial centre, which is the Broadway Centre, located at the confluence of a key arterial route out of central London. Housing a shopping centre, an underground station, bus station and an office complex, then from this centre stretching westward is the King Street, the district’s main shopping street. This district also has a second shopping centre, the Kings Mall. Offering an excellent shopping experience, this is a destination that every shopper will surely enjoy.
Serving an excellent variety of international cuisines offered through its remarkable selection of gourmet restaurants, vibrant bistros and local pubs, this district is a great dining destination that will provide you anything to satisfy your taste and budget. The district is also home to numerous fast food chains, cafes and various eateries to provide more options to its visitors.
Things to See and Do in Hammersmith
Hammersmith is home to an excellent selection of local pubs which are listed buildings. These pubs include The Swan, Hope and Anchor, The Dove, The Hop Poles, Salutation Inn, Black Lion and The George. Another great attraction in the district is the Riverside Studios, as an old cinema and performance space that features a bar and cafe, it’s one of the best places to check out in the district. Tourist can also spend a lovely afternoon in the Furnivall Gardens, presenting a beautiful landscape that covers the site of the Creek, it is an inspiring location to visit in this district.