Local guide · Updated 14 October 2026 · Event dates follow London time
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Around the neighbourhood

Local news.

Short updates on the streets, places and people of Hammersmith.

Checked 14 October 2026 · Dates below refer to the source publication. Follow the original source for further developments.
Archive photograph of King Street looking west, 2011
King Street, 2011 · Archive area photograph
Romazur · CC BY-SA 3.0
Transport

Council backs next steps for permanent Cycleway 9

Hammersmith & Fulham’s Cabinet supported the permanent Hammersmith Road scheme on 12 October. The decision remains subject to call-in, and TfL’s governance and funding approvals are still required. This is a decision update, not a notice that construction has started.

Source published 13 October 2026

H&F Council · decision record ↗
Archive view of Lyric Square in 2010, not the current installation
Lyric Square, 2010 · Archive location photograph
Chris Downer / Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
Culture

Black History Month around Hammersmith

Hammersmith BID has published a round-up of local exhibitions, music and community events celebrating Black heritage and culture this October. Follow its guide for individual venues and event details.

Source published 9 October 2026

Hammersmith BID · news ↗
Archive photograph of King Street looking west, 2011
King Street, 2011 · Archive area photograph
Romazur · CC BY-SA 3.0
Streets

Work to improve e-bike parking

Hammersmith BID says it is working with the council and e-bike operators to improve parking and keep pedestrian routes clear around the town centre.

Source published 7 October 2026

Hammersmith BID · news ↗
Archive photograph of King Street looking west, 2011
King Street, 2011 · Archive area photograph
Romazur · CC BY-SA 3.0
Food & drink

Five Guys and Black Sheep Coffee join the local mix

Hammersmith BID reports the arrival of Five Guys and Black Sheep Coffee, with Five Guys opening on King Street. More choices for a quick bite or coffee in the neighbourhood.

Source published 7 October 2026

Hammersmith BID · news ↗
Archive view of Lyric Square in 2010, not the current installation
Lyric Square, 2010 · Archive location photograph
Chris Downer / Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0
Public art

In Bloom brings light and sound to Lyric Square

An interactive sculpture is at Lyric Square from 4 October to 6 November. The installation combines light and sound, with an accompanying bee trail for a little exploring around Hammersmith.

Source published 17 September 2026

Hammersmith BID · In Bloom ↗

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