"North London commuters, it's bad news. From the new year, Southgate station will be closed for entry for more than two months. Passengers will be able to get off at the north London station, but they won't be able to get on, as TfL is making urgent repairs to one of the station's escalators. TfL said the measure had to be taken to ensure the future safety and reliability of the station, and prevent more closures in the future."
"Southgate will shutter its entrance from January 5 2026 until approximately the middle of March. It's expected to be closed for around 10 weeks. On the Piccadilly line, the nearest alternative stations on the line are Oakwood and Arnos Grove. Travellers are advised to use local bus services to reach nearby stations. Here are your options: 298 to Arnos Grove or Cockfosters 392 to to Arnos Grove 299 to Cockfosters station 121 to Oakwood and Palmers Green stations W6 to Palmers Green"
Southgate station will operate as exit-only from 5 January until mid-March 2026 to allow urgent escalator repairs. Passengers can alight but cannot board at Southgate for approximately ten weeks. TfL stated the measure is needed to ensure future safety and reliability and to prevent further closures. Piccadilly line access should be sought at nearby stations Oakwood or Arnos Grove. Local bus routes offering links include 298, 392, 299, 121 and W6 to reach those stations. TfL apologised for disruption to journeys caused by the exit-only operation. Passengers will need to use alternative stations or bus connections to access the Piccadilly line.
Read at Time Out London
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