05 Jun Exciting plans for a new London Overground line
Transport for London (TfL) is planning a major expansion to its London Overground line with a brand-new West London Orbital route.
The proposed scheme would connect Cricklewood, Neasden, Harlesden and Old Oak Common with a direct service to Hounslow (southbound) and Hendon and West Hampstead (northbound).
As part of the wider regeneration of Old Oak and Park Royal, Old Oak Common station is set to become a new super-hub. The new proposed Overground line would join the station’s High Speed Two (HS2) services and Elizabeth line, helping connect Brent residents to almost every corner of the country.
Councillor Shama Tatler, Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Planning and Growth said:
“As part of the West London Alliance, Brent is working closely with neighbouring boroughs to support the plans for the new West London Orbital service. The new route would connect Brent to the rest of west London – opening up a wave of new opportunities for local people”.
The proposed scheme is subject to approval and funding. Project leaders hope construction can begin in 2026 for the service to be up and running by 2029.
This scheme along with a range of other opportunities will be discussed at the Capital West London Growth Summit 2023.
The event is taking place at The Drum in Wembley on Tuesday 20 June.