Subject
Havering
London Travel News has published 6 stories involving Havering, from August 2026 to October 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
- Tube & Rail · East London
Brickfields crossing closed after children filmed playing 'chicken'
Brickfields level crossing near Upminster has been closed for at least 21 days following footage of children and teenagers engaging in dangerous behaviour, including playing 'chicken' with trains. Network Rail is working with police on education and enforcement measures.
East London3 min readTrust 70 · Craft 75 · Hype 20 
Cycling & Walking · LondonSutton streets ranked among London's least healthy
Sutton's streets have been identified as among the least healthy in London, according to the 2026 Healthy Streets Scorecard. The borough ranked 30th out of 33, scoring 1.79 out of 10, with only 1.8% of roads featuring protected cycle tracks.
London3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 57 · Hype 41
WorldNew Superloop bus route SL12 launches in Havering
Havering will see a new Superloop bus route, the SL12, launch on September 5, 2026. The service will connect Gants Hill and Rainham, passing through Romford and serving Queen’s Hospital and Elm Park. Passengers can travel for free during the first week.
3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 55 · Hype 50
WorldNew Superloop bus route SL12 launches September 5
Transport for London is launching a new Superloop bus route, the SL12, on Saturday 5 September. The service will connect Gants Hill and Rainham, reducing journey times and expanding the Superloop network into Havering. The first week of travel will be free for passengers.
2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 65 · Hype 20
WorldA1112 Whalebone Lane North closed after vehicle fire causes queues
The A1112 Whalebone Lane North in Redbridge has been closed following a vehicle fire, causing long traffic queues. Emergency services are at the scene, and drivers are advised to avoid the area while the incident is resolved.
3 min readTrust 30 · Craft 43 · Hype 25
Buses & Trams · East LondonWeekend Hopper fare cuts bus travel costs for London families until August 2026
Transport for London has introduced a £1.75 Weekend Hopper fare, allowing unlimited bus and tram journeys on weekends until 31 August 2026. Each adult can take up to four children under 11 for free, supporting affordable summer travel in Havering and beyond.
East London4 min readTrust 50 · Craft 64 · Hype 30