Heron Quays DLR station facts for kids
Heron Quays is a modern train station in East London. It's part of the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) system. This station helps people travel easily around the busy Canary Wharf area. It connects to the DLR's line that runs from Bank to Lewisham.
Heron Quays station is special because it's built high up. It's actually inside one of the tall office buildings in Canary Wharf. This station is very handy for people working or visiting the southern part of the Canary Wharf office complex. It even has a direct link to the Jubilee Place underground shopping centre.
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All About Heron Quays Station
Heron Quays is a key station on the Docklands Light Railway. The DLR is like a light metro system. It uses smaller, driverless trains. These trains help people get around the London Docklands area quickly.
Where You'll Find It
Heron Quays station is located in the heart of Canary Wharf. This is a very modern and busy area in East London. The station sits on the Isle of Dogs. This is a peninsula that is almost surrounded by the River Thames. Canary Wharf is known for its tall skyscrapers and many businesses.
What the Station Connects To
Heron Quays station is very important for the Canary Wharf area. It serves the many offices and shops there. You can walk directly from the station into the Jubilee Place shopping centre. This makes it easy to go shopping or grab a bite to eat.
Easy Travel Connections
The station makes it simple to switch between different types of transport. You can use your Oyster card to connect to the Canary Wharf tube station. This tube station is on the London Underground's Jubilee line. This means you can easily travel across London. You can also buy one ticket that covers your journey on both the DLR and the Underground. This is called "through ticketing."
A Look at Its History
Heron Quays station first opened its doors in 1987. It was part of the original Docklands Light Railway network. Over the years, the DLR has grown a lot. It has become a vital part of London's transport system. The station has been updated to handle more passengers.
How the DLR Works
The Docklands Light Railway is a unique system. Its trains are automated, meaning they don't have drivers. This helps them run very efficiently. The DLR connects many parts of East London. It links them to the city centre and other areas. It's a great way to see the modern side of London.
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The entrance to Heron Quays DLR station.
