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67 stories from and about South London, mostly tube & rail, roads & driving, projects. The most recent ran on 20 September 2026. Page 2 of 4.
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Tube & Rail · South LondonUnsolved mystery of woman's death in Merstham Tunnel
Over 120 years ago, the body of Mary Money was discovered in Merstham Tunnel. Travelling from London Bridge, she was last seen with an unknown man before her death, the circumstances of which remain a mystery.
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Roads & Driving · South LondonA2 closures: Overnight roadworks shut slip roads and carriageway 21-24 August
National Highways will close slip roads and a stretch of the A2 westbound for overnight resurfacing from 21 to 24 August. Drivers leaving south-east London face diversions between 8 pm and 6 am each night, with some closures starting earlier.
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Tube & Rail · South LondonLondon Overground Windrush line suspended after Bermondsey waste fire
A fire at a waste facility in south Bermondsey has forced the suspension of London Overground services on the Windrush line. No trains are running between Surrey Quays and Clapham Junction or between Sydenham and Crystal Palace, with severe delays elsewhere until at least tonight.
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Tube & Rail · South LondonSoutheastern to replace 200 ticket machines with contactless and Oyster support
Southeastern Railway will replace over 200 ticket machines across its network with faster, contactless-enabled models. The £9 million upgrade includes Oyster top-ups, accessibility improvements, and new handheld devices for staff, with the first machines due by early 2027.
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Projects · South LondonWandsworth Roundabout adverts to be raised on timber trellis despite 80 objections
Wandsworth Council is reviewing plans to replace the metal advertising loops at Wandsworth Roundabout with a taller timber trellis. Over 80 objections have been filed, raising concerns about design, road safety, and loss of daylight for nearby residents. The decision is pending.
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Roads & Driving · South LondonA2 slip roads close overnight for resurfacing from 17 August
Drivers on the A2 in Bexley and Dartford face overnight closures from 17 to 21 August. National Highways will resurface slip roads and the link to the M25, with diversions in place between 8 pm and 6 am each night.
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Tube & Rail · South LondonElephant & Castle Northern line entrance closes until late September
Elephant & Castle station’s Northern line entrance will close until late September due to water ingress affecting lifts. Southbound passengers must use the Bakerloo line entrance, with step-free access to the southbound platform unavailable during repairs.
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Tube & Rail · South LondonSouthern Rail adjusts two overnight trains for engineering work 17-21 August
Southern Rail has announced minor timetable changes for two overnight services next week due to engineering work. The 11:42 pm Watford Junction to Clapham Junction train will run slightly later on four nights, and the 5:21 am Norwood Junction to London Victoria service will depart at 5:28 am on four mornings.
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Buses & Trams · South LondonTram services suspended between Reeves Corner and East Croydon for 17 days
Transport for London will suspend tram services between Reeves Corner and East Croydon from 6 to 23 August 2026. The closure affects six stops, including Church Street and West Croydon, with additional engineering works on 16 and 20 August. Passengers must use alternative routes.
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Projects · South LondonWandsworth Roundabout advertising tower faces replacement after 133 objections
A planning application to replace the 29-year-old advertising structure at Wandsworth Roundabout has sparked 133 objections from residents. Wildstone Estates’ proposed tree-like design, featuring four digital screens, has been criticised as an eyesore and a potential hazard for drivers. Wandsworth Council will decide the outcome.
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Buses & Trams · South LondonEight bus routes diverted after Thornton Heath road crash
Residents in Thornton Heath faced delays on eight bus routes after a crash closed London Road on 12 August 2026. London Buses diverted services while emergency crews cleared the scene, with no reopening time confirmed.
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Tube & Rail · South LondonSoutheastern trains halted after West Wickham trespass incident
Southeastern suspended all train services through West Wickham station on 16 August 2026 after a trespass incident on the tracks. Delays affected commuters travelling between Bromley South and Hayes, with no injuries reported. British Transport Police confirmed the investigation is ongoing.
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Projects · South LondonWoolwich Free Ferry to stay free after TfL confirms no fare plans
Transport for London has ruled out introducing fares on the Woolwich Free Ferry, which has carried passengers and vehicles across the Thames without charge since 1889. The service, part of London’s road network, operates two hybrid ferries and faces occasional disruptions due to weather.
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Tube & Rail · South LondonSouthern cancels East Croydon trains for weekend engineering works
Southern will cancel, divert or replace trains from East Croydon on 15 and 16 August 2026 due to engineering works. Buses will operate between key stations, with extended journey times expected until 8.45 am on Sunday.
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Roads & Driving · South LondonDartford Crossing overnight closures begin 15 August 2026
National Highways will close the Dartford west tunnel from 10 pm on 15 August 2026 and the east tunnel from 10.30 pm on 16 August for overnight repairs. Vehicles over 4.8 metres will be barred from the east tunnel on Sunday. Further closures continue until 23 August.
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Buses & Trams · South LondonOrpington High Street closed as police divert buses near war memorial
Orpington High Street was closed to traffic on 14 October after police responded to an incident near the war memorial. London Buses diverted 13 routes, with no estimate given for when the road will reopen or services resume normal paths.
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Roads & Driving · South LondonRavensbourne Estate residents fined £100 despite valid parking permits
Residents of the Ravensbourne Estate in Deptford report receiving £100 parking charge notices despite holding valid permits. Phoenix Community Housing states the scheme was consulted on and offers additional permits via UKCPM, but denies taking a cut of fines.
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Tube & Rail · South LondonLewes derailment shuts Southern trains to London Victoria until 22:00
A train derailed near Lewes station on 13 August 2026, closing lines to London Victoria and coastal towns. British Transport Police confirmed the incident, with services suspended until 22:00 while emergency crews work at the scene.
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Roads & Driving · South LondonRangefield Road in Bromley closed after emergency services called to incident
Emergency services have sealed off Rangefield Road in Bromley after responding to an incident this morning. London Buses confirmed diversions for routes 208 and 358, with no reopening time given. Police said the road will stay shut while crews work.
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Projects · South London£7m Sydenham cable project tunnels under railway without stopping trains
UK Power Networks replaced 9 km of 33,000-volt cables between Sydenham Park and Churchfields, using horizontal drilling to avoid disrupting rail services. The £7 million scheme, part of a wider £30 million upgrade, installed new ducts to future-proof local electricity supplies.
South London4 min readTrust 50 · Craft 87 · Hype 15
Also affecting South London
Borough-wide and national stories that name South London or bear directly on it.
- Tube & Rail · London
DLR's new trains return to service after modifications
The first of London's new Docklands Light Railway trains has resumed carrying passengers. Modifications were made to resolve problems that led to the trains being withdrawn shortly after their introduction last year.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 53 · Hype 10 
Tube & Rail · LondonNorthern line Morden extension marks 100 years
The Northern line's extension to Morden, which opened on September 13, 1926, marked a significant development for London Underground. The project cost approximately £5 million and introduced new architectural styles and passenger facilities.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 65 · Hype 10
Projects · LondonFree London Events: Festivals, Carnivals and Exhibitions This Week
Residents can enjoy a range of free activities across London this week, including the closing events of the Greenwich + Docklands International Festival, Notting Hill Carnival, and various film festivals. Exhibitions and a river race also feature.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 65 · Hype 20
Tube & Rail · LondonSouthern Railway cancels all Watford Junction to Clapham Junction services
Southern Railway has suspended all trains between Watford Junction and Clapham Junction after overhead line equipment failed near Watford on 15 August 2026. Replacement buses are running, but journeys will take at least an hour longer until engineers complete repairs.
London4 min readTrust 30 · Craft 45 · Hype 50
Tube & Rail · HeathrowHeathrow rail tunnel closure strands passengers until Monday night
Passengers travelling to Heathrow Airport face severe rail disruption after Network Rail closed a tunnel for safety reasons. Elizabeth line services between Hayes & Harlington and Heathrow Terminals 4 and 5 are suspended until the end of Monday, while Heathrow Express runs at half capacity. Tickets are valid on the Tube and four bus routes.
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Buses & Trams · LondonMet Police downgraded murderer Simon Levy’s risk before two women killed
Simon Levy, 40, was convicted of murdering Carmenza Valencia Trujillo and Sheryl Wilkins in 2025 after the Metropolitan Police downgraded his risk to women. Delays by British Transport Police and the Crown Prosecution Service allowed him to remain free despite video evidence of assaults.
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