Lime Grove area guide

Lime Grove, Shepherd’s Bush, West London

Our UAL Pre-Degree Studies site is on a quiet street in the lively area of Shepherd’s Bush, one of the most diverse communities in West London.

Shepherd’s Bush is home to a rich array of arts and culture and is a short journey away from some of London’s most iconic sites.

Shopping

• Find everything you need at Westfield London. It’s one of London’s largest shopping centres, just a 10 minute walk from Lime Grove.
• Discover local independent retailers selling, food, jewellery, clothes, hats and more at the 110 year old Shepherd’s Bush Market.
• Spend an afternoon exploring vintage and antique stalls in Notting Hill’s Portobello Road Market.

Music and entertainment

• See your favourite music and comedy acts at O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire or the Hammersmith Eventim Apollo.
• Catch a film at the Electric Cinema.
• See a show at Bush Theatre, where students can get £10 off tickets.
• See a football match at Loftus Road Stadium, home to Queens Park Rangers .

Food and drink

• Meet a friend at Electric Coffee - a student favourite for its great coffee and tasty croissants.
• Discover Anglo-Indian food plates at Kricket White City.
• Treat yourself to authentic Syrian cuisine at Abu Zaad.
• Stop by Shepherd’s Bush Market to try various food stalls, including Ethiopian food, fresh juice, chimney cakes and falafel.
• Find over 90 food spots at Westfield London - perfect for when your family is in town to visit.

Museums and Art Galleries

• Stop by the Museum of Brands to learn more about the evolution of the UK’s consumer culture.
• Visit the Design Museum near Holland Park for exhibitions on architecture, fashion and graphics.
• Take a short bus-ride to the Victoria & Albert Museum, the world’s largest museum of applied arts, decorative arts and design.
• While you’re in South Kensington, check out the Natural History Museum.
• Explore West London’s many art galleries, like Hansard Studio, Gallerie Attache, McKay Williamson and Frestonian Gallery.