Major changes coming to West London streets as TfL expands cycle route

Transport for London (TfL) and the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham have announced that construction will begin later this month on a new section of Cycleway 34, aimed at improving walking, cycling, and public transport access in a key area of west London.

The 1.7km stretch will link Wood Lane with Shepherd’s Bush Green and is set to feature fully protected two-way cycle lanes, upgraded pedestrian crossings, and a new bus priority lane. The works are scheduled to begin on 23 June and will be completed by early 2027.

Cycleway 34 will serve major destinations including Imperial College London, the Television Centre and Westfield Shopping Centre, and connect with other existing routes such as Cycleway 39 and the first section of Cycleway 34. According to TfL, the area already sees more than 1,800 cyclists using Wood Lane daily, a figure expected to rise significantly once the work is complete.

Julie Lewington, TfL’s Head of Projects and Programmes, said: “We’re determined to make cycling in London safer and easier, and this section of Cycleway 34 is part of our plans to expand high-quality cycling infrastructure across the capital. We know how important safer cycling infrastructure at this location is to people in the borough and beyond and are delighted to be able to confirm the start of construction work here.

“This Cycleway will provide a safe and accessible way to travel between shops, stations, places of work, entertainment and homes, giving more Londoners the chance to cycle in the capital. We’ll continue to work closely with Hammersmith & Fulham Council to bring forward future cycleways which support everyone in the area to travel more sustainably.

“I’d like to thank residents in the area for their patience during construction work and would encourage people in the area to check their journeys before they travel.”

The improvements form part of the Mayor of London’s wider Vision Zero strategy to eliminate deaths and serious injuries on the capital’s transport network by 2041. TfL says enabling more people to walk and cycle is also key to achieving its goal of 80 per cent of journeys being taken by sustainable modes by the same year.

Will Norman, London’s Walking and Cycling Commissioner, said: “It is exciting that work will be starting soon to expand the second section of Cycleway 34, adding another 1.7km to the cycleway network. This expansion of Cycleway 34 will provide even better connections between communities and destinations across our city, enabling more Londoners to choose cycling for shorter trips and helping us build a better, greener and safer London for everyone.”

Councillor Florian Chevoppe-Verdier, H&F Cabinet Member for Public Realm, said: “We’re improving the area around Shepherds Bush Green and Wood Lane to help make H&F the best place to live, work and socialise. Millions of people visit Westfield and our White City Innovation District every year. That’s why we’re working with Imperial College London to help clean our toxic air and create healthier ways to get around the borough.”

Construction will take place in phases to minimise disruption. Local residents and commuters are advised to stay informed through the TfL and Hammersmith & Fulham Council websites, or by using the TfL Go journey planning app.