Langdon Park DLR station facts for kids
Langdon Park is a train station on the Docklands Light Railway (DLR) in Poplar, a part of Greater London, England. It's a busy stop for people traveling around the east side of London. The station is located between the All Saints and Devons Road stations. It serves the DLR line that connects Stratford to Lewisham.
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What is the DLR?
The Docklands Light Railway, or DLR, is a special kind of train system in London. It's like a smaller, lighter version of the London Underground, but many of its trains run above ground. The DLR trains are also driverless, which means they operate automatically! This railway helps people travel easily through the London Docklands, an area that used to be a big port and is now a modern business and living space.
Where is Langdon Park Station?
Langdon Park station is in the heart of Poplar, a lively area in East London. It's an important link for local residents and visitors, helping them get to places like Canary Wharf for work or shopping, or to other parts of London for fun. The station is named after the nearby Langdon Park, a green space where people can relax and play.
Building Langdon Park Station
The construction of Langdon Park station started on 17 November 2006. It was built to serve the growing community in Poplar and to make it easier for people to access the DLR network. The station officially opened in 2007, providing a modern and convenient way to travel for thousands of people every day.
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Langdon Park, from which the station gets its name
