All Saints DLR station facts for kids
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| Location | Poplar |
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| Local authority | Tower Hamlets |
| Managed by | Docklands Light Railway |
| Number of platforms | 2 |
| Fare zone | 2 |
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All Saints DLR station is a train station located in East London. It is part of the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) system. This station helps people travel around the city, especially in the Poplar area. It is named after a nearby old church called All Saints, Poplar.
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All Saints DLR Station
All Saints DLR station is an important stop on the Docklands Light Railway. It serves the busy Poplar area in the Tower Hamlets borough. The station has two platforms for trains. It is in Fare Zone 2, which helps determine the cost of your journey.
What is the DLR?
The Docklands Light Railway, or DLR, is a special train system in East London. It is like a modern, automated railway. This means the trains run without a driver on board! The DLR connects many parts of East London. It also links to the London Underground (the Tube) and other train services. It is a quick way to travel around the London Docklands area.
Where is All Saints Station?
All Saints DLR station is found in Poplar, East London. Its main entrance is on the East India Dock Road. Right across from the station, you will find the lively Chrisp Street Market. This market is a popular spot for shopping and exploring. The station helps people get to and from this busy part of London.
Why is it Called All Saints?
The station gets its name from the nearby All Saints Church. This historic church was built a long time ago, between 1821 and 1823. It is an important landmark in the Poplar area. Naming the station after the church helps people know where they are. It also connects the modern railway with the area's history.
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Looking north along the platforms of All Saints DLR station
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Looking south along the platforms of All Saints DLR station
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Signage at All Saints DLR station
