Key Points
- A bridge linking Shepherd’s Bush Market and Goldhawk Road Tube stations is due to be repainted in early August.
- Transport for London will carry out general maintenance first, followed by a new mural artwork funded by Hammersmith and Fulham Council.
- A temporary sign on Uxbridge Road says one lane will be closed from 3 August to 7 August, from 6am to 7pm, while the work takes place.
- The update follows months of campaigning by local residents and businesses, along with pressure from London Assembly Member for West Central James Small-Edwards.
- Fix Uxbridge Road, a campaign group formed after a 2025 petition, has also pushed for improvements.
- Residents welcomed the move, saying the bridge has long been an eyesore because of graffiti and lack of painting.
- Tube services are not expected to be affected during the works.
Hammersmith and Fulham (West London News) July 31, 2026 — A bridge connecting Shepherd’s Bush Market and Goldhawk Road Tube stations is set to be repainted in early August after months of resident campaigning. The bridge will undergo general maintenance first, followed by a new mural artwork funded by fulham/hammersmith/">hammersmith-and-fulham/">Hammersmith and Fulham Council.
Why has the bridge repainting been announced now?
The announcement follows a sustained local campaign and pressure from local representatives and community groups. TfL had previously committed to repainting the crossing by the end of March, but the work did not appear to move forward as expected.
How have residents and local businesses responded?
Residents and nearby business owners have welcomed the move, saying the bridge has long looked neglected. Some described it as an eyesore because of graffiti and the long gap since it was last painted.
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What have local stakeholders said?
Local business figures said a cleaner and brighter bridge could improve the area’s appearance and make it feel more welcoming for visitors. Council representatives said the goal is to make the area more pleasant for residents and support wider improvements around the station.
Background of this development
The bridge sits in an area where residents have been asking for improvements for some time. A campaign group was formed after a petition in 2025 calling for action on the condition of Uxbridge Road and the surrounding streetscape.
Prediction for local people
If the repainting and mural are completed as planned, the area is likely to look noticeably better and may feel more welcoming for pedestrians and shoppers. For commuters, the main impact should be limited, as no major Tube disruption is expected.
