BBC Television Centre

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  • Address
    Wood Lane, North Kensington, W12 7RJ
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  • Phone
    8743 8000
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  • Transport
    underground rail: White City

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Lonely Planet review

If you're interested in TV production, this is the perfect chance to visit the vast complex of studios and offices that bring the BBC's TV programmes to the world. TVC, as it's known to BBC staff, is a pretty monstrous 1960s concrete structure. Visit is by two-hour guided tour only and bookings of two days in advance are essential.

You'll see BBC News and Weather Centres as well as studios where shows are being made, and keep your eyes peeled all the while, because you're very likely to spot a celebrity wandering around the corridors - we saw Yoko Ono, Alice Cooper (!) and Jonathan Ross. You can also go and watch the recording of certain shows for free at one of the BBC's many London studios, though you'll have to book in advance. Log on to www.bbc.co.uk/whatson/tickets to see what's on during your stay. You'll also need to book for disabled access.