Nowhere else on the planet has a richer history of rock & roll, TV, film and pop culture than Shepherd's Bush, White City & Hammersmith.
London W6, 12, 14 and beyond!
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It was 57 years ago today, on 13 January 1969, when King Crimson came into being, beginning their first rehearsals in the basement of the café at 193 Fulham Palace Road. The latest Hugh's Archive Deep Dive marks the anniversary! dgmlive.com/news/on-fulham-p…
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January in H&F is packed with world-class entertainment across our brilliant venues.
Check out our What's On newsletter to find all the listings - it's packed with money-off and free ticket offers as well!
Check it out here: lbhfmailings.org.uk/cr/AQiHd…
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5 January 1976. 1st episode of Paddington was broadcast on BBC1. It was based on the Paddington Bear books by Michael Bond and narrated by Michael Hordern. In all 56 episodes and 3 specials aired until 18 April 1980.
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Did you know Bob Marley recorded some of his most popular songs in Hammersmith?
Find out more on our Black Music History Trails : lbhf.gov.uk/celebrating-hf/h…
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Did you know all these movies and shows were filmed in Hammersmith & Fulham?
Let us know what else we missed!
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New pub The Bush Tavern now open in Shepherds Bush (old BrewDog site). Beers on cask and keg from Bird House Brewery (based in Herne Hill). #newpubs #shepherdsbush #livemusic #burgers #qpr
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Sept 1977:
Gary Crowley interviews The Jam outside The Nashville, West Kensington. Photo by Chris Clunn
@CrowleyOnAir @NewWaveAndPunk @Punkasfuck1965 @FatOldAnarchist
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Had a wander through Shepherd’s Bush last week and couldn’t resist checking out the venue for my London show next month! Can’t wait to see you lot there 💖 Tickets for London and all the other dates are available via officialbettyboo.com.
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VLR / God Save The Sex Pistols
Sex Pistols Annual 228 pages. Not available in the shops.
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Foreword by Glen Matlock
New interviews with Glen & Paul Cook
The full inside story. Interviews with those who were there. Plus, reunions etc.
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"Bernard Cribbins was up there at the very, very top, I think his performance was quite extraordinarily good." @JohnCleese talking to @RadioTimes about the guest-star who played Mr Hutchinson in the Fawlty Towers episode The Hotel Inspectors, which first aired #OTD 50 years ago.
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Borrow, don’t buy!
The Hammersmith @libraryofthings has helped residents save over £900,000 since it was launched in 2022.
The local hub offers an affordable alternative to expensive household gadgets and DIY tools.
Start borrowing now: lbhf.gov.uk/news/2025/08/bor…
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RIP Biddy Baxter
A true legend in the world of television!
Just heard the sad news that legendary #BluePeter editor Biddy Baxter has died. She lived a wonderful life and gave pleasure to millions of Blue Peter viewers. Her legacy will be remembered for years to come. 💙 #BiddyBaxter
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Went to Elstree today to help document the historic buildings destined for complete demolition. UFO, Holby City, The Power Game, Grange Hill — here are some of the shots of the day…
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Saw Sly & The Family Stone at the White City Stadium in 1973. RIP – at Bishop's Stortford, East
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21 May 1950 saw the BBC open Lime Grove studios.
They had purchased the building from Gaumont who built it in 1915 and used it for Gainsborough Film Productions.
The studios fell into disrepair and got the nickname "Slime Grove!"
It closed in 1991 and was demolished in 1993.
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The 30 May 2025 marks 100 years since the opening of the Great West Road, the birth of the Golden Mile and a milestone in London’s industrial story. GM100 is a programme marking this centenary through a range of events & exhibitions. Find out more - goldenmile.london/
