Stockwell tube station facts for kids
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| Location | Stockwell |
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| Local authority | London Borough of Lambeth |
| Managed by | London Underground |
| Number of platforms | 4 |
| Fare zone | 2 |
| London Underground annual entry and exit | |
| 2005 | 6.924 million |
| 2007 | 7.995 million |
| Key dates | |
| 1890 | Opened (C&SLR, as terminus) |
| 1900 | Became through station |
| 1971 | Opened (Victoria Line) |
| Other information | |
| Lists of stations | |
Stockwell tube station is a busy London Underground station. It is located in an area called Stockwell, which is in the London Borough of Lambeth. This station is special because it connects two different Underground lines. It is also the only station on the Morden branch of the Northern line that lets you switch to another line. Stockwell station is in Travelcard Zone 2.
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What is Stockwell Station?
Stockwell station is a key part of London's underground train network. It helps thousands of people travel around the city every day. The station has four platforms, which are the areas where people wait for trains.
Which Lines Serve Stockwell?
Stockwell station is served by two important Underground lines:
- The Northern line: On this line, Stockwell is between Clapham North and Oval.
- The Victoria line: On this line, Stockwell is between Vauxhall and Brixton.
This makes Stockwell a great place to change trains if you are travelling across London.
Getting Around: Buses
Many bus routes stop near Stockwell station. This makes it easy to get to and from the station using public transport. The bus routes that serve Stockwell include: 2, 50, 88, 155, 196, 333, 345, P5, N2 and N155. Some of these are night buses, which run late into the evening.
A Bit of History
Stockwell station first opened a long time ago, in 1890. It was part of one of the very first deep-level underground railways. When it first opened, it was the end of the line. Later, in 1900, the line was extended, and Stockwell became a station that trains passed through. The Victoria Line platforms were added much later, in 1971, making it the important interchange station it is today.
Images for kids
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One of the entrances to the Stockwell shelter. It is now a war memorial, decorated with help from local school children.
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The original design of Stockwell station and its train depot.
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A mosaic outside Stockwell station.
See also
In Spanish: Estación de Stockwell para niños
