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12 hours ago

You can ride a vintage 1930s tube train in London next month

London Transport Museum offers rides on restored 1930s Piccadilly line trains for the early May bank holiday.
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1 day ago

London travel news LIVE: Charing Cross signalling fault disrupts morning rail services

Commuters at London Charing Cross face minor disruptions due to a signalling issue affecting Platform 1.
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fromianVisits
8 hours ago

Nine-day closure to disrupt trains to Brighton over February 2027 half-term

Brighton Main Line will be closed from February 13th to 21st for essential engineering work.
Fundraising
fromianVisits
23 hours ago

Southbank Centre lands 10m for Royal Festival Hall repairs

The Southbank Centre will receive £10 million for urgent repairs as part of a £30 million funding package for London's cultural venues.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 days ago

Troubled waters: Will Hammersmith Bridge ever reopen?

Hammersmith Bridge faces a funding deadlock for repairs, with costs reaching £250 million and no clear resolution in sight after seven years.
fromianVisits
5 days ago

Tunnel to Heathrow could be privately funded under revived rail link plans

The study concludes that the rail link could deliver strong economic returns under both two-runway and three-runway expansion scenarios at Heathrow Airport, indicating its potential impact on regional connectivity.
UK politics
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fromTime Out London
15 hours ago

It's official: London is the second greenest city in the UK

Green spaces in cities are essential for mental and physical health, with London being the largest urban forest globally.
fromIndependent
1 day ago

600m 'Fingluas' extension can go ahead after legal actions by local businesses settled

The High Court on Monday, Judge Richard Humphreys made orders on consent striking out the cases brought by various businesses, including the owners of the Manhattan Peanuts factory on McKee Avenue in Finglas.
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fromianVisits
4 days ago

Green light given for 3,300-home Edgware redevelopment

The redevelopment of Edgware town centre will proceed after the Mayor of London declined to intervene in the planning process.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 days ago

Police launch appeal as London Underground contractor requires surgery after assault

A contractor was assaulted, sustaining a broken jaw, and police seek information about the suspect.
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fromTime Out London
1 day ago

This southwest London neighbourhood is getting a new Sports Direct store

A new Sports Direct store has opened in Kingston-upon-Thames as part of an elevation strategy to enhance brand perception.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

London Landmarks Half Marathon draws thousands of runners

Thousands of runners took part in the London Landmarks Half Marathon in central London, with participants including club runners, charity fundraisers, celebrities, and first-time entrants.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

More homes agreed on former Chelsea Barracks site

The changes will see 87 apartments built across three blocks as part of Phase Five of the development, instead of 20 townhouses developer Qatari Diar originally asked for.
London politics
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fromianVisits
4 days ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport is undergoing significant upgrades and changes, including track improvements, timetable adjustments, and new services.
#albert-bridge
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4 days ago
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Albert Bridge reopens to pedestrians and cyclists

Albert Bridge has reopened to pedestrians and cyclists after safety inspections confirmed no additional risk from recent movement changes.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

With Albert Bridge now shut for a year, what is going on with London's crossings?

Albert Bridge, a fragile structure, requires £8.5 million in repairs and is expected to reopen within a year.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Albert Bridge reopens to pedestrians and cyclists

Albert Bridge has reopened to pedestrians and cyclists after safety inspections confirmed no additional risk from recent movement changes.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

With Albert Bridge now shut for a year, what is going on with London's crossings?

Albert Bridge, a fragile structure, requires £8.5 million in repairs and is expected to reopen within a year.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Hotel plan for HSBC Canary Wharf tower

HSBC tower in Canary Wharf may be remodeled into an 180-bedroom hotel after HSBC vacates in 2027.
#london-transport
London
fromianVisits
1 week ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport is undergoing significant upgrades and changes, including pay rises for staff and new train services.
London
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

London's weekly railway news

Five Tube stations in London are set to receive upgrades for step-free access after being initially rejected.
London
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces challenges including strikes, parking chaos, and accessibility issues while new projects and community initiatives are underway.
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fromTime Out London
5 days ago

Two London tube lines will be closed this weekend, with several others facing severe disruption

Major tube and train service disruptions are scheduled in London on April 11-12, 2026, affecting several lines including Circle, District, and DLR.
London
fromianVisits
1 week ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport is undergoing significant upgrades and changes, including pay rises for staff and new train services.
London
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

London's weekly railway news

Five Tube stations in London are set to receive upgrades for step-free access after being initially rejected.
London
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces challenges including strikes, parking chaos, and accessibility issues while new projects and community initiatives are underway.
#london-underground
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 days ago

London travel news LIVE: Severe delays hit Elizabeth line and parts of Tube network during morning commute

Commuters in London face significant delays on the Underground, particularly on the Elizabeth, Metropolitan, and District lines due to track repairs and signal failures.
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fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

Five tube stations get a second shot at step-free upgrades

Five London Underground stations are being reconsidered for step-free access pending funding and feasibility studies.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 days ago

London travel news LIVE: Severe delays hit Elizabeth line and parts of Tube network during morning commute

Commuters in London face significant delays on the Underground, particularly on the Elizabeth, Metropolitan, and District lines due to track repairs and signal failures.
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fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

Five tube stations get a second shot at step-free upgrades

Five London Underground stations are being reconsidered for step-free access pending funding and feasibility studies.
London food
fromianVisits
1 week ago

Southeastern promises more trains coming this May and December

Southeastern will implement timetable changes in May and December 2026, enhancing services and capacity across south-east London, Kent, and East Sussex.
London
fromTime Out London
5 days ago

Plans have been approved for a cool new bridge in southeast London

A new 170-square-metre Albion Bridge will replace a cramped faux drawbridge in Canada Water, enhancing accessibility and space for pedestrians and cyclists.
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fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

More trains to be added in two timetable boosts

Southeastern Railway will enhance its timetable in 2026 with additional peak-hour and weekday services across various routes.
fromianVisits
4 weeks ago

Major refurbishment planned for Clapham Junction station's footbridge

The main focus of the project is replacing the existing timber decking on the walkway, which has reached the end of its useful life. It will be replaced with glass-reinforced plastic panels, a more durable material designed to withstand heavy passenger use and last for many years.
Renovation
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
6 days ago

Albert Bridge closed to pedestrians and cyclists after 'slight movement' detected

A bridge closure was announced due to detected movement, with repairs expected to cost 8.5 million and take a year.
#silvertown-tunnel
#beam-park
London
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

East London is getting a brand new train station

Beam Park station has finally received approval after years of delays, facilitating housing and business growth in east London.
London
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

East London's new railway station - Beam Park finally approved after years of delays

Beam Park station in East London has received final approval, enabling thousands of new homes in the area.
London
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

East London is getting a brand new train station

Beam Park station has finally received approval after years of delays, facilitating housing and business growth in east London.
London
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

East London's new railway station - Beam Park finally approved after years of delays

Beam Park station in East London has received final approval, enabling thousands of new homes in the area.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

London travel news LIVE: Victoria station repairs sparks delays to several services

Passengers at London Victoria station face disruptions due to urgent track repairs affecting multiple train routes.
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fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

Charing Cross could be transformed by new development plans - with huge changes set for the iconic Villiers St

1 Embankment Place is set for a summer makeover to enhance public spaces and improve pedestrian access in the area.
London
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

This London train line is getting new services to one of the city's most exciting new destinations

Olympia's £1.3 billion redevelopment will enhance accessibility with increased Mildmay line train services starting May 2026.
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fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

New DLR trains resuming live testing on the railway

New DLR trains resume testing this weekend after improvements to braking software following a previous incident.
#london-overground
London
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

More London Overground services introduced from this May

More London Overground trains will operate between Clapham Junction and Shepherd's Bush starting May 2026, increasing capacity significantly.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

Chance to catch a London Overground train to Battersea Park station

Battersea Park station will have daytime London Overground service on March 15, 2026, and August 2, 2026, during planned line closures, offering rare access to this normally underutilized station.
London
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

More London Overground services introduced from this May

More London Overground trains will operate between Clapham Junction and Shepherd's Bush starting May 2026, increasing capacity significantly.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

Chance to catch a London Overground train to Battersea Park station

Battersea Park station will have daytime London Overground service on March 15, 2026, and August 2, 2026, during planned line closures, offering rare access to this normally underutilized station.
London
fromTime Out London
2 weeks ago

Inside the 124-year-old London foot tunnel set for a massive restoration

Greenwich foot tunnel is set for a full regeneration to improve safety and accessibility for daily commuters.
#south-kensington
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago
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This 'nationally important' London tube station is finally getting a major upgrade

South Kensington tube station will undergo a major makeover to improve accessibility and add new shops and restaurants.
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago
London

South Kensington tube station upgrade finally getting started

Upgrade works at South Kensington tube station will increase capacity and improve accessibility with new lifts and revamped ticket hall.
London food
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago

This 'nationally important' London tube station is finally getting a major upgrade

South Kensington tube station will undergo a major makeover to improve accessibility and add new shops and restaurants.
London
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

South Kensington tube station upgrade finally getting started

Upgrade works at South Kensington tube station will increase capacity and improve accessibility with new lifts and revamped ticket hall.
#piccadilly-line-modernization
London
fromianVisits
2 weeks ago

Call to restore Saturday services on the Waterloo and City line

The Waterloo & City line may reopen on Saturdays if approved, supporting the City of London's goal for a 7-day destination.
fromianVisits
2 months ago

Bakerloo line upgrade pulls out of the depot as TfL starts the hunt for suppliers

The Bakerloo line trains, at over 50 years old, are by far the oldest passenger trains in use in the UK, and that means it's not really possible to simply swap in some new trains as replacements. That's because the technology in trains has changed so much over the past half-century that it would be a huge waste of an opportunity not to take advantage of the improvements.
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#northern-line
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fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail network faces safety concerns, infrastructure upgrades, service disruptions, and ongoing debates about major projects like HS2 and Euston station development.
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fromianVisits
2 months ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail network advances with barcode ticket trials, Elizabeth line peak service increases, HS2 tunnelling progress, station upgrades, accessibility concerns, apprenticeships, and strike threats.
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fromTime Out London
4 weeks ago

One of south London's busiest train stations will finally reopen next week after being closed for 10 months

Cutty Sark DLR station reopens March 23 with four new escalators after a 10-month closure to replace repeatedly failing equipment.
UK politics
fromianVisits
2 months ago

Lifts approved for some London stations - but others lose out as DfT scales back plans

Plans to add lifts will proceed at some stations while several other station accessibility upgrades are cancelled, put on hold, or delayed due to cost and disruption.
#west-london-orbital
London
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

London just got a step closer to getting a new Overground train line

The West London Orbital receives £6.65 million in funding to advance design and consultation phases for a new seventh Overground line connecting Barnet, Hounslow, Brent, and Ealing.
London
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

London just got a step closer to getting a new Overground train line

The West London Orbital receives £6.65 million in funding to advance design and consultation phases for a new seventh Overground line connecting Barnet, Hounslow, Brent, and Ealing.
London
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

Ticket gates to be relocated at Lewisham station in bid to cut congestion

Upgrade works at Lewisham station aim to reduce congestion on Platform 1 by relocating ticket barriers and improving station layout.
London food
fromianVisits
1 month ago

Wandsworth Town station upgrade begins, with lifts and new entrance

Wandsworth Town station is undergoing a major upgrade adding three lifts and a second entrance, with completion scheduled for summer 2027.
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fromTime Out London
1 month ago

TfL has revealed plans for a new express bus service in south London

TfL approved the SL15 Superloop service linking Clapham Junction and Eltham, launching in 2027, with 91% of consultation respondents supporting the route.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Plans to transform UK's busiest station approved

Plans approved to build a 97m mixed-use tower over Liverpool Street station concourse, promising increased concourse capacity and accessibility while drawing heritage conservation opposition.
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Bork on Elizabeth Line Paddington station

Bork!Bork!Bork! London's Elizabeth Line is the latest thing in urban development (at least as far as the UK is concerned). So it seems appropriate that its borks should be similarly up to date, and its emoticons rotated so the intent cannot be mistaken. Sent in by an eagle-eyed Register reader, today's entry in the pantheon of bork was snapped at London's Paddington station,
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#london-underground-infrastructure
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces multiple challenges including aging infrastructure heat problems, strikes over working conditions, safety incidents, operational disruptions, and service expansion plans across Underground, Elizabeth Line, and mainline networks.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail network undergoes multiple infrastructure projects and service changes, including Piccadilly line train delays, Elizabeth line safety measures, Southeastern service restoration, and new route expansions across the region.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail transport faces multiple challenges including aging infrastructure heat problems, strikes over working conditions, safety incidents, operational disruptions, and service expansion plans across Underground, Elizabeth Line, and mainline networks.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail network undergoes multiple infrastructure projects and service changes, including Piccadilly line train delays, Elizabeth line safety measures, Southeastern service restoration, and new route expansions across the region.
#elizabeth-line
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

London travel news LIVE: Waterloo trains to Portsmouth delayed after track inspection

South Western Railway services between London Waterloo and Portsmouth face up to 20-minute delays due to a safety track inspection near Hilsea with temporary speed restrictions in effect until end of day.
fromTime Out London
2 months ago

TfL has revealed the completion date (and cost) of the DLR extension into southeast London

It's been donkey's years since TfL first teased Londoners about a potential extension of the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) to southeast London. Plans were first floated all the way back in 2010, and since then London Mayor Sadiq Khan has been drip feeding transport-deprived southeast Londoners morsels of commute-related hope. It was originally hoped that extension plans could be complete by 2026, which was then pushed back to 2028, and in August 2025 it was announced the extension could go even further than originally thought.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

London travel news LIVE: Bakerloo line part-suspended after signal failure at Lambeth North

The Bakerloo line is currently part-suspended, with no service operating between Piccadilly Circus tube station and Elephant & Castle Tube station due to a signal failure at Lambeth North tube station. Transport for London says severe delays are affecting the rest of the line while engineers work to resolve the issue.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Travel disruption at London Waterloo as weekend engineering works set to begin

Weekend works at London Waterloo will disrupt South Western Railway services, close Queenstown Road, alter calling patterns, and require passengers to check and plan journeys.
London
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

A brand new railway line could serve London's biggest airport

Heathrow Southern Rail would connect Heathrow Airport to Waterloo and Surrey towns via eight miles of new railway line, supporting the airport's expansion to handle 66 million additional annual travelers.
#tfl
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fromianVisits
2 months ago

London's weekly railway news

London's rail network sees new train tests, HS2 tunnelling and apprenticeship progress, construction logistics changes, service disruptions from engineering works and theft, and franchise operational shifts.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

London travel news LIVE: Marylebone train station 'major disruption' as Northern line suffers delays

Significant train disruptions at London Marylebone and on multiple Underground lines are causing cancellations, severe delays up to 60 minutes, and accepted ticket flexibility this morning.
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fromianVisits
2 months ago

TfL eyes major upgrade so Tube can accept National Rail barcode tickets

London Underground plans to install barcode scanners on ticket barriers to accept National Rail barcode tickets, starting at shared and central stations with back-office upgrades.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

West London Orbital railway plans take another step forward

West London Orbital railway project secures £6.65 million funding to advance planning toward a 2026 public consultation, with potential to deliver 25,000 homes, 11,500 jobs, and reduce annual car trips by 650,000.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

Piccadilly line's new 3.4bn trains hit another delay as testing slips

New Piccadilly line trains will not enter passenger service until the first half of 2027, delayed from 2024, with project costs rising to £3.4 billion due to infrastructure compatibility work and worse-than-expected equipment conditions.
London
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London's weekly railway news

London rail news covers a proposed Northern line depot, Elizabeth line ticket-office cuts, HS2 spending controversies, infrastructure repairs, and multiple Tube incidents and crimes.
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