London station renamed '&' during WWII blackout
Discover the strange WWII tale of Bushey & Oxhey station, nicknamed 'Ampersand' after signs were painted over to confuse invaders. A quirky slice of London transport history.
Discover the strange WWII tale of Bushey & Oxhey station, nicknamed 'Ampersand' after signs were painted over to confuse invaders. A quirky slice of London transport history.
Kiran's story exposes how temporary visas increase vulnerability for South Asian women facing domestic abuse and coercive control in Australia. Read her fight to stay.
Discover the history of Aldwych, the disused London Underground station closed in 1994 that's now a famous filming location for movies like V for Vendetta and 28 Weeks Later. Explore its past and tours.
A Reddit discussion reveals the quietest parts of the Tube network where you can find an empty carriage. Discover the Hainault Loop and other peaceful routes for a serene commute.
A baby girl found abandoned in a plastic bag in Newham is to be adopted by her foster carers. Discover the extraordinary story of Elsa and her two siblings, also foundlings.
Plans for a London Underground line from Victoria to Kilburn were scrapped in 1893 after wealthy residents in Mayfair campaigned against noise disruption. Discover the forgotten route that would have changed the Tube map forever.
Baby Elsa, the last of three siblings abandoned in East London over eight years, is to be adopted. The judge calls the case 'quite extraordinary' as the parents remain missing.
Reform UK's London mayoral candidate wants to automate the Underground, prompting unions to warn of major, sustained industrial action. Read the full story.
A judge has paved the way for the adoption of Baby Elsa, the third sibling abandoned in East London. Police say their exhaustive search for the parents has been unsuccessful. Read the full story.
British Transport Police release CCTV image after a woman was sexually assaulted and spat at on a London Underground platform. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Discover the story of the Metropolitan line station whose original, absurdly long name was the only one to contain a command. Learn its Olympic history and why it was finally simplified.
Discover the Metropolitan line's massive 4-mile gap between Chesham and Chalfont & Latimer, a four-minute journey that's London's most worthwhile Tube trip. Explore why this zone 8 route is so unique.
Major disruption on London Underground with severe delays on Elizabeth and Piccadilly lines. Check your journey before travel and allow extra time.
Londoners face a second day of travel misery with severe delays on the Elizabeth, Circle and District lines. Get the latest updates and alternative travel advice here.
Five Tube lines face severe delays this morning, including Circle line suspension and District line issues. Get the latest travel updates and alternative route advice here.
Explore the secret Parkland Walk in North London. This 4km route on old railway tracks offers breathtaking, crowd-free panoramic views of the city skyline. Perfect for a winter stroll.
Discover the eerie aircraft boneyard just an hour from London. We reveal its location, the planes' possible history, and how you can glimpse these forgotten giants. Explore the mystery now.
Discover the story of Brill Underground Station, a remote Tube stop in Buckinghamshire that saw minimal passengers and closed just two years after joining the network. Sign up for our weekly Tube newsletter!
British Transport Police release images after a gang threatened an elderly man and slashed a passenger who intervened on a Metropolitan Line train near Northwick Park.
An entire London Underground line is suspended this morning due to a points failure at Lambeth North, with multiple other closures across the network. Get live updates.
Zohran Mamdani will usher in 2026 as New York's mayor in a midnight ceremony at a historic, abandoned subway station. Discover the symbolism and the political reactions to this unconventional inauguration.
Imber village, abandoned in 1943 for military training, remains under MoD control. Public access is limited to just 12 days a year. Discover its haunting history and how to visit.
Discover Bermondsey Tube station, the futuristic Jubilee Line stop designed to channel natural light 10 metres underground. See how its architecture creates a stress-free commute.
The abandoned Céüze 2000 resort in France's Hautes-Alpes is a stark symbol of a wider crisis. As global heating pushes snow lines higher, hundreds of European ski stations face closure, sparking a debate: dismantle or let nature reclaim the Alps?
Transport for London unveils its 2026 upgrade plans, including new Piccadilly Line trains, expanded mobile coverage on the Tube, and new Superloop express bus routes. Discover how the network is evolving.
British Transport Police seek a man after two young children were kicked to the ground at White City Underground station. The mother was left 'incredibly shaken'. Call 0800 40 50 40 with info.
Plan your Christmas Eve travel in London. Full guide to Tube service reductions, early closures on the Piccadilly and District lines, and last train times.
Colindale Tube station has fully reopened with a stunning timber concourse and step-free access, marking a major milestone for London's Northern line and local regeneration.
Discover the story of the three Northern line stations planned in the 1930s but abandoned after WWII. Explore London's hidden transport history and see the remnants today.
Discover the story of Kensington (Olympia) station, the London Underground stop kept secret for years due to its vital role in the Second World War and its use by Allied Commander Dwight D. Eisenhower.