Upcoming Tours
2017
Central Line: Perivale to West Ruislip- Saturday July 1st
70 years ago a clutch of Central Line stations finally opened after being delayed by World War II. To celebrate we are holding a walking tour of some of these stations. Taking in the western extension stations of Perivale, Greenford, South Ruislip, Ruislip Gardens and West Ruislip, we will explore the design of these unheralded stations. We will see how a group of architects; Brian Lewis, FFC Curtis and John Kennett & Roy Turner; coped with delays, material shortages and the burden of taking over from Charles Holden. We we also see some fine post war churches in the area, St Gregory's by Gerald Goalen and St mary’s by Laurence King among them.
The tour will take place on Saturday July 1st at 11.00 AM, meeting outside Perivale station. Tickets will £10 per person, and can be booked HERE
70 years ago a clutch of Central Line stations finally opened after being delayed by World War II. To celebrate we are holding a walking tour of some of these stations. Taking in the western extension stations of Perivale, Greenford, South Ruislip, Ruislip Gardens and West Ruislip, we will explore the design of these unheralded stations. We will see how a group of architects; Brian Lewis, FFC Curtis and John Kennett & Roy Turner; coped with delays, material shortages and the burden of taking over from Charles Holden. We we also see some fine post war churches in the area, St Gregory's by Gerald Goalen and St mary’s by Laurence King among them.
The tour will take place on Saturday July 1st at 11.00 AM, meeting outside Perivale station. Tickets will £10 per person, and can be booked HERE
Perivale Station. Image from The Telegraph.
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West Ruislip Station. Image from London Transport Museum.
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The tour will be limited to 25 people, so book early! The route will be a mixture of walking and tube, so please bring a topped up Oyster card/Contactless credit or debit card and a pair of comfortable walking shoes, plus any refreshments you may need. If you have any questions about these tours please email abbottjoshua@hotmail.com
