Designs for new London DLR stations revealed
Key Points
- TfL has revealed designs for its two new planned DLR stations as part of the railway's proposed extension to Thamesmead.
- The plan will see the line extended from Gallions Reach to Beckton Riverside and on to Thamesmead.
- The public have been invited to have their say on the proposed new stations: one opposite Gallions Reach Shopping Park and the other on the Thamesmead Waterfront.
- London Mayor Sadiq Khan has expressed support for the proposals and encouraged Londoners to have their say on the extension plan.
Transport for London (TfL) has opened its latest public consultation on the extension of the DLR, which has been supported by the Mayor and the government.
As part of this next stage of the consultation process, TfL has provided further details on its proposal for the extension of the DLR.
The transport authority plans to extend the railway from Gallions Reach to Thamesmead via Beckton Riverside, an investment which it said could support up to 30,000 homes and 10,000 jobs to help drive growth in the capital.
The initial plan was supported by London Mayor Sadiq Khan and the government, and further details have now been revealed, including designs for the two new proposed stations.
The first station at Beckton Riverside will be located opposite Gallions Reach Shopping Park, and will be part of a wider redevelopment of the area which will see new homes, retail space, and community areas constructed.
Another station is planned for Thamesmead Waterfront, on a 100-hectare site owned by Peabody. Thamesmead Waterfront is currently being considered as one of the national government’s New Town proposals, which could lead to a significant redevelopment of the area.
TfL has revealed designs for the two new proposed stations and called on the public to provide their views on the construction. Subject to approval, construction on the DLR extension could begin in 2029.
Beckton Riverside DLR Station Plan
Thamesmead DLR Station Plan
As part of its planning process, TfL said it would carry out a full Environmental Impact Assessment of the project. If all goes well, the DLR extension could open to passengers in the early 2030s.
Londoners can learn more about the planned DLR extension and have their say on the TfL website.
“I’m really pleased to be progressing our exciting plans for the DLR extension to Thamesmead, following Government backing in the Budget last autumn,” said London Mayor Sadiq Khan.
“This is something I’ve long called for – alongside London’s businesses and communities – because it will not only transform travel in a historically underserved part of our city, but also unlock thousands of new jobs and homes, boosting the economy across the capital and indeed the country.”
“I encourage Londoners to have their say in this detailed consultation and help shape these game-changing plans as we continue building a greener, better, more prosperous London for everyone,” he said.
