Bruce Grove railway station facts for kids
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 Bruce Grove
Location of Bruce Grove in Greater London
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| Location | Tottenham |
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| Local authority | Haringey |
| Managed by | London Overground |
| Station code | BCV |
| Number of platforms | 2 |
| Fare zone | 3 |
| National Rail annual entry and exit | |
| 2004–05 | 0.159 million |
| 2005–06 |  0.153 million |
| 2006–07 |  0.296 million |
| 2007–08 | 0.325 million |
| 2008–09 | 0.340 million |
| 2009–10 | 0.311 million |
| 2010–11 | 0.362 million |
| Key dates | |
| July 1872 | Opened |
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Bruce Grove railway station is a train station located in Tottenham, a busy part of London. It's a place where people catch trains to travel around the city. The station is managed by London Overground, which is a train service that helps people get to many different places in London.
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Bruce Grove Station: A Quick Look
Bruce Grove station is an important part of the local community. It helps thousands of people travel every day. The station has two platforms, which are the areas where passengers wait for trains.
Where is Bruce Grove Station?
The station is in the Haringey area of London. It is quite close to a historic building called Bruce Castle. This castle has a long history and is now a museum.
A Bit of History
Bruce Grove railway station first opened its doors on 22 July 1872. It was originally part of the Stoke Newington & Edmonton Railway. This railway line helped connect different towns and areas, making it easier for people to travel for work or to visit friends and family. Over the years, the station has continued to serve the community, adapting as London grew and changed.
What is London Overground?
Today, Bruce Grove station is run by London Overground. This is a train network that connects many parts of London. It's like a big public transport system that helps people move around the city without needing a car. London Overground trains are a common sight in this area.
Understanding Fare Zones
Bruce Grove station is in Fare Zone 3. London's public transport system uses "fare zones" to figure out how much a journey costs. Zone 1 is the very center of London, and the zones spread out from there. Being in Zone 3 means it's a bit further out from the city center but still well-connected.
Images for kids
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The station approach in 1961
- Train times and station information for Bruce Grove railway station from National Rail
