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When was Sutton station built?
10th May 1847
Sutton railway station was opened by the London, Brighton & South Coast Railway on 10th May 1847 – the station buildings as seen here from Mulgrave Road were built in 1883. Hackbridge Station seen looking towards Mitcham Junction in about 1890.
Why are train stations called Parkway?
A Parkway railway station is a railway station that primarily serves a park and ride interchange rather than a town or city centre. The name Parkway originally referred to Bristol Parkway being built next to the M32 motorway, which was built through parkland and thus known as the “Bristol Parkway”.
When did Sutton park close?
Sutton Park station continued to be served by mail trains until about 1987….Station Name: SUTTON PARK.
| Date opened: | 1.7.1879 |
|---|---|
| Date closed to passengers: | 18.1.1965 |
| Date closed completely: | 1987 |
Which zone is Sutton?
Zone 5
Sutton is located in south-west London, and forms part of Outer London, bordering Croydon, Kingston, Merton and Surrey. It is a well connected borough situated in Zone 5, and is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport.
Does Sutton station have oyster?
Yes. Sutton is within the London Fare Zones (zones 1-6), so you can travel into London using Oyster.
What was the first parkway station?
It is 112 miles (180 km) from London Paddington. The station was opened in 1972 by British Rail, and was the first in a new generation of park and ride/parkway stations….Bristol Parkway railway station.
| Bristol Parkway | |
|---|---|
| 2017/18 | 2.325 million |
| Interchange | 0.696 million |
| 2018/19 | 2.209 million |
| Interchange | 0.704 million |
How many Parkway stations are there in the UK?
30 parkway stations
There are currently over 30 parkway stations across the UK.
What is the train that goes through Sutton Park?
The Sutton Park line is a freight-only railway line running from Walsall to Castle Bromwich and Water Orton in the West Midlands, England. It is an important and strategic route, as it enables most freight trains to avoid congestion at Birmingham New Street station.
What is Sutton famous for?
Sutton is famous for its small district centres, many of them retaining a ‘village’ atmosphere not seen in central London. The Borough is also known for its outstanding green spaces. Sutton boasts 1,500 acres of open space and the largest regional park outside of London, and is a leader in environmental performance.