Southgate tube station facts for kids
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 Southgate
Location of Southgate in Greater London
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| Location | Southgate |
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| Local authority | London Borough of Enfield |
| Managed by | London Underground |
| Number of platforms | 2 |
| Fare zone | 4 |
| London Underground annual entry and exit | |
| 2007 |  4.805 million |
| 2008 | 5.050 million |
| 2009 |  4.960 million |
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| 1933 | Opened (Piccadilly Line) |
| Other information | |
| Lists of stations | |
Southgate is a cool London Underground station on the Piccadilly Line. You can find it in Southgate, a part of North London. It's located between the Arnos Grove and Oakwood stations. Southgate station is in Travelcard Zone 4.
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Discovering Southgate Station
Southgate station is famous for its unique design. It was built in the 1930s. The station looks a bit like a spaceship or a giant mushroom! This style is called Streamline Moderne. It's a type of Art Deco architecture.
Who Designed Southgate Station?
The station was designed by a famous architect named Charles Holden. He designed many stations for the London Underground. Holden wanted his stations to be bright and modern. He used lots of glass and concrete.
When Did Southgate Station Open?
Southgate station opened its doors on 13 March 1933. It was part of an extension of the Piccadilly Line. This extension brought the Underground further into North London. It made it easier for people to travel.
What Makes the Station Special?
The station has a round, flat roof. There is a tall, circular tower in the middle. This tower has windows that let light into the station. Inside, you'll find escalators that take you down to the platforms. The original lighting from the 1930s is still there. It gives the station a cool, old-school feel.
The station is so special that it's a listed building. This means it's protected because of its history and design. It's a Grade II* listed building, which is a very high level of protection.
Getting Around Southgate Station
Southgate station has two platforms. One platform is for trains going towards Cockfosters. The other is for trains heading towards Central London. The station is usually quite busy. Many people use it every day.
How Many People Use It?
Millions of people use Southgate station each year. For example, in 2007, about 4.8 million people used it. In 2008, it was about 5.05 million. Even though the number can change a little, it's always a popular station.
Images for kids
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The main building of Southgate station.
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Southgate station at night, showing its unique shape.
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A station sign and seating area at night.
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The escalators inside Southgate station with their special uplighters.
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Following station | ||
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towards Uxbridge or Heathrow Airport
(Terminal 4 or Terminal 5) |
Piccadilly line |
towards Cockfosters
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