Plaque

The Who - W12

Erection date: 16/11/2014

Inscription

Legendary Shepherd's Bush rock band, The Who, performed here at the site of the Goldhawk Social Club at the start of their career.
The Heritage Foundation
Celebrating 50 years of The Who, 1964 - 2014.

Site: The Who - W12 (1 memorial)

W12, Goldhawk Road, 205, Shepherd's Bush Club

Credit for this entry to: Alan Patient of www.plaquesoflondon.co.uk

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