See how Shepherd’s Bush London changed between 1906 and 2023. Drag the slider to compare the historic photograph with the modern view.
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In 1908, Shepherd's Bush hosted the Franco-British Exhibition, also known as "The Great White City," attracting 8 million visitors and celebrating the Entente Cordiale between the UK and France. (en.wikipedia.org) The exhibition's success led to the construction of the White City Stadium, which became a principal site for the 1908 Summer Olympics. (beneathlondon.co.uk) The area also saw the opening of the Shepherd's Bush Empire in 1903, a music hall that featured early performances by Charlie Chaplin. (en.wikipedia.org) In 2008, the Westfield London shopping centre opened on the former White City exhibition site, becoming the largest shopping centre in London at that time. (en.wikipedia.org) In 2026, the Hotel Indigo London K West opened, blending contemporary elegance with bohemian charm, inspired by the area's musical heritage. (wallpaper.com)
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