hammersmith

I have an afternoon, and evening, to myself in Hammersmith next week and could do with some insider knowledge. At a loose end between around 12 midday and 4pm when I'll meet up with the Mrs and will need somewhere for drinks then dinner. Any ideas other than spending the afternoon in a pub?

I need to go to a place in Brentford tomorrow morning. Could anyone who lives/works nearby please let me know if I need to still avoid going anywhere near it (due to the flyover)? 1. Usual route I'd take: M25 to High St/A315 - Google Maps ....which I'm thinking might be affected by tailbacks...

Apologies for those who never go near West London. Hammersmith Bridge used to have a width restriction in the form of raised kerbs. The idea was to prevent heavy vehicles using the bridge (although fully laden buses are naturally allowed and have their own lane with barrier, etc.). The...

Does anybody know of a Volvo specialist in Hammersmith? I have been trying everywhere to get some brake parts for an old 1960's Volvo Amazon 122???? Several people have mentioned a place under the arches at Hammersmith but nobody can remember a name. No, I dont think it is Phil Mitchell:D