Wondering what’s on in Shepherd’s Bush and don’t want to miss out? As local West London estate agents, we keep up to date with events and things to do in W12. Here, we’ve pulled together a helpful guide highlighting what’s on in Shepherd’s Bush.
If you would like us to include your event in our listings, please email us at: office@hortonandgarton.co.uk
OCTOBER 2022
OCTOBER 5 – Exhibition @ BUSH THEATRE
A free exhibition from October 5th – October 22nd called The Social Engaged Art Salon – Reciprocity: Giving and Receiving through the Lens of Refugees and Asylum Seekers Across the UK. This exhibition is free to enter, and is a project where refugees and asylum seekers have come together to challenge stereotypes about people seeking safety.
OCTOBER 6 – NEXT DOOR RECORDS
Next Door Records was born during lockdown for those music and food lovers. Alongside having an incredible vinyl collection, they host live music and DJ evenings throughout the week for people to come and enjoy. To find out what’s on at Next Door Records visit their website or pop in at 304 Uxbridge Rd, Shepherd’s Bush, London W12 7LJ.
OCTOBER 7 – QUEEN’S PARK RANGER VS READING
Shepherd’s Bush’s local football team, Queens Park Rangers will be playing Reading at Loftus Road Stadium. The game starts at 8 pm and will be a popular one to watch.
OCTOBER 13 – CREATE IN CLAY CLASS @ KITE STUDIOS
Children aged 5 – 10 can join the Create in Clay class between 4 – 5 pm, at 2b Bassein Park Road, W12, where Madeline Hall will help them learn about design, the way clay is sculpted, and the different techniques they can use to do this. At the end, they will also be able to form clay at the potter’s wheel and put it into the kiln. Materials and firing costs are included. For more information contact: info@kitestudios.org
OCTOBER 16 – CONOR MAYNARD @ O2 SHEPHERD’S BUSH EMPIRE
English singer-songwriter Conor Maynard’s The Continued World Tour 2022/2023 arrives at the O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire. Catch him live in Shepherd’s Bush singing fans’ all-time favourites at 7.30 pm. To purchase tickets head to O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire website.
OCTOBER 17 – BEN EARLE @ BUSH HALL
Ben Earle is a part of the UK’s biggest country music group, The Shires. He will be playing a selection of brand new songs, alongside fan favourites at Bush Hall, 310 Uxbridge Road, W12 on Monday 17th October at 7.30 pm.
OCTOBER 19 – OPEN MIC NIGHT @ THE ESCAPE BAR
Run every Wednesday from 7.30 pm – 10.30 pm, offers artists 15 minutes each to showcase their talents. Artists can showcase not just music, but their newest stand-up material or a piece of spoken word. Located at The Escape Bar in Shepherd’s Bush, 174 Goldhawk Road, W12 8HJ.
OCTOBER 20 – VONDA SHEPARD @ BUSH HALL
Vonda Shepard returns from her recent successful tour, including a joint sold-out tour with Sharon Corr across the UK. Vonda will be playing a selection of her favourites with her band, alongside her greatest hits.
OCTOBER 25 – ELLA HENDERSON @ O2 SHEPHERD’S BUSH EMPIRE
Returning to O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire is Ella Henderson with her first headline tour in seven years. She will be singing new material from her second album, Everything I Didn’t Say, and singing her own favourites.
OCTOBER 27 – SABRINA FRANCIS @ BUSH HALL
After a successful tour last year across the UK and Europe, Sabrina and her Tree House Band head to Bush Hall to bring soothing music and a fun authentic Caribbean atmosphere to London. She will also launch her new single ‘Call Me’ live in Bush Hall and play many other popular songs.
OCTOBER 30 – BREWS, BURGERS, AND BEATS @ SINDERCOMBE SOCIAL
On the corner of Shepherd’s Bush Green, there is a brews, burgers, and beats night at Sindercombe Social. The night includes an open mic session offering everything from stand-up performers, and folk music to rap. Entry to the event is free and starts at 7 pm so why not pop along?
NOVEMBER 2022
NOVEMBER 7 – QUIZ NIGHT – THE ESCAPE BAR
A quit night is hosted every Monday night, at the Escape Bar at 174 Goldhawk Road. Each team has a maximum number of 6 people and it only costs £1 to enter. The winning prize is £30, and runners-up will also receive some prizes too. For those wanting to get ahead of the game, the picture round is also published online in advance on their website. Tables can be reserved online or over the phone.
NOVEMBER 8 – QUEEN’S PARK RANGER VS HUDDERSFIELD TOWN
Head to Loftus Road Stadium to watch QPR play Huddersfield Town at 7.45 pm.
NOVEMBER 15 – MIKE BATT @ BUSH HALL
Mike Batt, songwriter, and singer take to the stage at Bush Hall for a rare concert. The evening will be filled with songs and stories on the piano, with a string quintet and special guest Paula Masterton at 7.30 pm.
NOVEMBER 15 AND 16 @ O2 SHEPHERD’S BUSH EMPIRE
Lead singer of the band Mumford & Sons, Marcus Mumford, tours his debut self-titled solo album, at O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire at 7 pm.
NOVEMBER 16 – NOVEMBER 27 – ARTISTS AT HOME ONLINE AUCTION
Members of Artists At Home are donating works of art and crafts to raise money for The Upper Room and seeking generous bidders to help this local charity. The second online auction in 2021 raised £4,690 for The Upper Room, a significant sum which we hope to match this year.
Bidding is easy on the Jumblebee auction platform and starts at 10am on Wednesday 16th and closes at 9pm on Sunday 27th November 2022.
Register now to make a bid, help the homeless, and win some art!
NOVEMBER 19 – ICE SKATING @ WESTFIELD SHOPPING CENTRE
Westfield Shopping Centre will once again open their outdoor ice rink, made of real ice, as part of their Winter Village in Westfield Square from Saturday 19th November 2022 to Sunday 8th January 2023, excluding Christmas Day. It will be open 10 am – 9 pm, seven days a week.
Each session will last 45 minutes and can be booked in advance online. Tickets: Adults/teens – £15.50 – £18.50. Children under 13 – £11 – £13.50. Family tickers £45 – £50. All tickets include skating hire, but not the booking fee.
NOVEMBER 27 – HARRY HILL @ O2 SHEPHERD’S BUSH EMPIRE
Harry Hill returns to O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire, W12 with brand-new jokes in an all-singing, all-dancing one-man spectacular at 7.30 pm.
WINTER ACTIVITIES IN W12
CRAZY GOLF @ PUTTSHACK
Whether you are an expert or a complete beginner, crazy golf is a great activity for you to get involved in. Puttshack is a crazy golf venue that also offers food and drinks held at White City, Shepherd’s Bush. It is open daily; however, it would be advised to book in advance during peak times. Price: £12.50.
SHERLOCK: THE GAME IS NOW @ WEST 12 SHOPPING CENTRE
Fancy testing your detective skills? Head to Shepherd’s Bush for a 100-minute immersive escape game, created by the Sherlock writers themselves. The game gives you clues and puzzles to solve before the time runs out. If you need help, you’ll be assisted by virtual versions of characters Martin Freeman and Benedict Cumberbatch.
HIGH 5 SUNDAY @ ALL STAR LANE, WHITE CITY
For those looking for an activity to do on Sunday, All Star Lanes are offering a game of bowling for £5 from 5 pm every Sunday. The offer is available for walk-ins, but is subject to availability at that time.
Shepherd’s Bush Property
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