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Stamford Hill railway station is a train station in London, England. It's a busy spot for people traveling in and around the city. The station is part of the London Overground network, which helps many people get to work, school, and other places every day.

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Stamford Hill London Overground
London Overground Class 317 at Stamford Hill June 2019.jpg
A Class 317 arrives at Stamford Hill in June 2019
Location Stamford Hill
Local authority London Borough of Hackney
Managed by London Overground
Station code SMH
DfT category E
Number of platforms 2
Fare zone 3
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Stamford Hill Station: Your Guide

Where is Stamford Hill Station?

Stamford Hill station is located in North London. It's a bit special because its main entrance, on Amhurst Park, is in the London Borough of Hackney. However, the train platforms themselves are actually in Tottenham, which is part of the London Borough of Haringey. So, the station crosses two different areas!

What Train Lines Use It?

The station is on the Seven Sisters branch of the Lea Valley lines. These lines are important for connecting different parts of London. Stamford Hill is in Travelcard Zone 3. This means it's in a specific area used to calculate how much train tickets cost.

Who Runs the Trains?

All the trains that stop at Stamford Hill station are operated by London Overground. London Overground is a railway service that runs trains across many parts of London. It helps people travel easily around the city.

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