Photo: Shepherd's Bush Market
Shepherd's Bush Market
Shepherd's Bush Market is one of West London's most characterful street markets, threaded along the railway viaduct of the Hammersmith and City line between Uxbridge Road and Goldhawk Road in W12. Trading here since around 1914, it has more than a century of history and a famously diverse mix of stalls and arch-front shops. Today it draws a multicultural crowd for cheap fresh produce, fabrics, household goods and a clutch of cafes serving food from around the world. Entry is free, so you only pay for what you buy.
Opening times
The market trades Monday to Saturday, roughly 9am to 6pm, and is closed on Sundays. It generally does not open on bank holidays. Weekday mornings are the calmest time to browse the fruit and veg, while Saturdays are the busiest and most lively if you want the full bustle of the market.
What's on the stalls
Stalls and arch units sell an unusually broad range of goods: fresh fruit and vegetables, exotic spices, fabrics and textiles, clothing, lingerie, haberdashery and homeware, plus butchers, fishmongers and tailors. Several cafes and food traders serve international street food, from falafel and Ethiopian dishes to Chinese food and pizza. The mix reflects the area's diverse community and makes it a strong spot for budget shopping.
Around the market / getting there
The market sits in Shepherd's Bush in the borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, with entrances on both Uxbridge Road and Goldhawk Road. Shepherd's Bush Market and Goldhawk Road stations (Hammersmith and City and Circle lines) are each about a minute's walk, and Shepherd's Bush station is around ten minutes away. Pair a visit with nearby Westfield London or the cafes and pubs along Goldhawk Road.
Common questions
- What are Shepherd's Bush Market opening times?
- The market is open Monday to Saturday, roughly 9am to 6pm. It is closed on Sundays and generally closed on bank holidays.
- Is Shepherd's Bush Market free?
- Yes, entry is free. You only pay for whatever you choose to buy from the stalls and shops.
- What is the best time to visit Shepherd's Bush Market?
- Weekday mornings are quietest for browsing produce, while Saturdays are the busiest and liveliest day to experience the full market atmosphere.
- Where is Shepherd's Bush Market?
- It runs along the railway viaduct on Uxbridge Road in Shepherd's Bush, W12 8DF, in the borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, with entrances on Uxbridge Road and Goldhawk Road.
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