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Turnpike Lane
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Turnpike Lane is located in Greater London
Turnpike Lane
Turnpike Lane
Location of Turnpike Lane in Greater London
Location Turnpike Lane
Local authority Haringey
Managed by London Underground
Number of platforms 2
Fare zone 3
London Underground annual entry and exit
2007 Increase 9.765 million
2008 Increase 9.870 million
2009 Decrease 9.619 million
Key dates
19 September 1932 Opened
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Turnpike Lane tube station is a busy underground train station in London. It is located in an area called Turnpike Lane. This station is part of the London Underground network, which people often call "the Tube." It serves the Piccadilly line, one of the main lines on the Tube map. The station is found between Manor House and Wood Green stations. It is in Travelcard Zone 3.

About the Station

Turnpike Lane station first opened its doors on 19 September 1932. It was designed by a famous architect named Charles Holden. He designed many stations on the London Underground. The station has two platforms, one for trains going in each direction.

The Piccadilly Line

The Piccadilly Line is a deep-level underground line. It runs from the north to the west of London. It connects many important places, including Heathrow Airport. It's one of the busiest lines on the Tube network.

Location and Travel

Turnpike Lane station is in Travelcard Zone 3. London's public transport system uses zones to calculate fares. Zone 1 is in the city centre. The higher the zone number, the further out you are from the centre. This station is a key transport hub for the local area.

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