Transport for London is progressing with plans to extend the Docklands Light Railway to Beckton Riverside, a transformative project that will create a new ground-level station serving one of east London’s largest regeneration areas. This extension forms the first phase of a larger cross-river DLR project connecting Gallions Reach to Thamesmead, with the Beckton Riverside station positioned as a critical transport hub enabling up to 30,000 new homes and 10,000 jobs across the region.
Understanding the Beckton Riverside Extension Project
The DLR extension to Beckton Riverside represents a strategic expansion of London’s automated light metro system, branching off from the existing Beckton line just after Gallions Reach station. The route will travel eastward on an elevated viaduct through the Beckton Riverside development area before descending to a new ground-level station located south of Armada Way, directly opposite Gallions Reach Shopping Park.
This station placement is deliberate and strategic, designed to sit at the heart of the planned new town centre for Beckton Riverside. The surrounding area, currently consisting of vacant brownfield land, is earmarked for comprehensive mixed-use development including thousands of residential units, employment spaces, retail facilities, and community amenities. The DLR connection is the essential catalyst that makes this large-scale regeneration financially viable and practically deliverable.
Beyond Beckton Riverside, the extension continues southeast, descending into a tunnel beneath the River Thames to reach a second new station at Thamesmead. This cross-river connection links two major opportunity areas that have historically lacked direct rail access, addressing a long-standing transport inequality in east and southeast London.
Station Design and Accessibility Features
The proposed Beckton Riverside station incorporates modern accessibility standards and thoughtful urban design principles. As a ground-level station, it provides step-free access throughout, ensuring the service is inclusive for wheelchair users, parents with pushchairs, elderly passengers, and anyone with mobility challenges or heavy luggage.
A distinctive feature of the station design is a covered footbridge connecting the two platforms. This footbridge serves dual purposes—providing access between platforms via stairs and lifts while simultaneously functioning as a public pedestrian connection linking the new residential neighborhoods planned on either side of the railway. This integrated approach ensures the station enhances local connectivity rather than creating a barrier through the community.
The station entrance will connect directly to Armada Way, a key local thoroughfare. This strategic positioning creates an excellent opportunity for a new transport interchange, bringing together the DLR with existing bus routes 262, 366, and N551. Improved walking and cycling links will also be incorporated, creating a comprehensive sustainable transport hub that reduces car dependency and supports London’s environmental objectives.
The station’s architectural treatment will reflect contemporary DLR standards while respecting the character of the developing Beckton Riverside area. Weather protection, clear sightlines, natural lighting, passenger information displays, and security features will all be integrated into a cohesive design that prioritizes user experience and operational efficiency.
Beckton Riverside Development Area
Beckton Riverside forms part of the Royal Docks and Beckton Riverside Opportunity Area, one of London’s most significant regeneration zones. This vast brownfield site totals 145 hectares and has been identified for transformation into a vibrant, mixed-use district. The area was designated as an Opportunity Area in the London Plan in 2004 and updated through the Royal Docks and Beckton Riverside Opportunity Area Planning Framework adopted in May 2023.
Without high-quality public transport, development of this scale simply cannot proceed. The DLR extension changes the equation entirely, making Beckton Riverside genuinely accessible and attractive for residents, workers, and visitors. The framework identifies potential for 36,300 new homes and 55,700 new jobs across the entire Royal Docks and Beckton Riverside Opportunity Area, representing an uplift of 6,300 homes and 14,200 jobs beyond earlier estimates.
The Beckton Riverside portion of this development includes plans for a new town centre with retail offerings, community facilities, healthcare services, educational establishments, and cultural venues. Employment spaces will include offices, light industrial units, creative studios, and maker spaces, providing diverse job opportunities across multiple sectors. Extensive green spaces, play areas, sports facilities, and waterfront access along the Thames will enhance quality of life for residents.
The development approach emphasizes sustainable construction, energy-efficient buildings, integrated water management, biodiversity enhancement, and car-free or car-light living. The DLR station ensures residents can thrive without car ownership, reducing congestion, air pollution, and carbon emissions while connecting people to opportunities across London.
Service Frequency and Journey Times
Once operational, the DLR extension will provide frequent, reliable services throughout the day. The proposed service pattern includes trains every 8-10 minutes to both Thamesmead via Beckton Riverside and to the existing Beckton terminus. This creates a combined frequency of trains every 4-5 minutes between Canning Town and Gallions Reach, offering exceptional connectivity for the busiest section of the route.
This high-frequency service makes the DLR a genuinely attractive alternative to car travel, supporting mode shift toward sustainable transport. The automated nature of DLR trains allows for cost-effective operation at these frequencies without the staffing requirements of conventional rail services.
Journey times from Beckton Riverside will be competitive with car travel while avoiding congestion and parking challenges. Passengers can reach Canning Town in approximately 8-10 minutes, Canary Wharf in 15-17 minutes, and Bank in 25-30 minutes. Interchange at Canning Town provides access to the Jubilee Line for destinations including Stratford, London Bridge, Waterloo, and Westminster. At Canary Wharf, passengers can connect to the Elizabeth Line for rapid access to central London, Heathrow Airport, and destinations to the west.
The automated, driverless operation of DLR trains provides operational flexibility. Service patterns can be adjusted to match demand throughout the day, with potential for enhanced frequencies during peak periods as the surrounding area develops and passenger numbers grow.
Project Timeline and Development Stages
The DLR extension to Beckton Riverside and Thamesmead was first formally proposed in December 2019 as part of the draft Thamesmead and Abbey Wood Opportunity Area Planning Framework. This followed years of discussion about how best to provide transport infrastructure for these underserved areas.
In September 2020, the extension was included in Transport for London’s long-term funding submission to the UK government, with initial cost estimates around £800 million and anticipated completion between 2026 and 2030. Following adoption of the planning framework in late 2020, feasibility and technical work commenced, funded entirely by landowners and local boroughs rather than TfL’s constrained budget.
By June 2023, TfL had submitted a Strategic Outline Business Case to the government. This comprehensive document evaluated multiple options including bus rapid transit, a short DLR extension to Beckton Riverside only, or the full cross-river extension to Thamesmead. The business case demonstrated that the full extension offered the best value for money and greatest benefits, with costs estimated between £700 million and £1.7 billion.
Public consultation began in February 2024, with TfL seeking views on the principle of extending the DLR and the preferred route and station locations. The consultation received 1,254 responses from members of the public and 29 from stakeholders including transport user groups, local businesses, environmental organizations, politicians, and adjacent boroughs. The feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with 58% of respondents saying the extension would make their journeys quicker around the local area and 75% saying it would make journeys into wider east and southeast London easier.
A second, more detailed consultation ran from June to August 2025, focusing on refined station designs, construction methodologies, environmental impacts, and effects on the existing DLR network. This consultation closed on August 17, 2025, and TfL is currently analyzing the feedback. The consultation report will be published later in 2025.
The next major milestone is completion of the Outline Business Case by autumn 2025, incorporating consultation feedback and addressing government requirements. If funding can be secured, detailed design work would follow, with construction potentially beginning in the late 2020s. The extension could open in the early 2030s, likely around 2032-2033, though the exact timing depends entirely on securing the necessary capital funding.
Economic Impact and Job Creation
The economic case for the Beckton Riverside extension is substantial. The project is projected to deliver economic benefits of approximately £15.6 billion over its lifetime, making it one of the highest-value transport investments under consideration in London. This figure reflects increased productivity from better connectivity, land value uplift from development enabled by the extension, and wider economic activity generated by new homes and businesses.
The extension enables construction of between 25,000 and 30,000 new homes across the Beckton Riverside and Thamesmead areas. These homes will address London’s critical housing shortage while creating construction jobs over many years as development proceeds in phases. The residential communities will support local retail, hospitality, healthcare, education, and service businesses, creating a multiplier effect throughout the local economy.
Approximately 10,000 new jobs will be created directly through development enabled by the extension. These include positions in offices, retail, hospitality, healthcare, education, logistics, light industry, creative sectors, and community services. The improved connectivity also opens access to employment across the Royal Docks Enterprise Zone, Canary Wharf, Isle of Dogs, Stratford, and central London, benefiting both existing residents and new arrivals.
For Newham, one of London’s most diverse but economically challenged boroughs, these opportunities are transformative. The extension provides residents with direct access to major employment centers, reducing journey times and costs while opening career pathways that were previously inaccessible. The new jobs created locally reduce the need for long commutes while bringing investment and activity to areas that have been overlooked.
Impact on Existing DLR Services and Infrastructure
The extension will significantly impact the existing DLR network, particularly the section between Canning Town and Beckton. Gallions Reach station, the current terminus before the extension branches off, will require substantial upgrades before the extension can open. The station currently has short platforms and canopies, narrow staircases, and limited lift provision—constraints that already cause challenges during busy periods.
Passenger numbers at Gallions Reach have increased substantially due to local development, with further growth planned even before the extension opens. The southern parts of Beckton Riverside development are within walking distance of the station, adding to demand. TfL is reviewing how the additional demand generated by the extension would impact station operations and what improvements are needed to provide adequate capacity. These works will likely include platform extensions, additional access points, improved vertical circulation, enhanced passenger information, and better interchange facilities.
Trains and stations throughout the Beckton branch will become busier as existing and new residents around Beckton Riverside and Thamesmead use the DLR to access employment and leisure opportunities across Docklands and east London. TfL continually monitors demand and keeps service patterns under review, ensuring capacity matches requirements. The proposed high-frequency service helps manage crowding, but further enhancements may be needed as the areas develop over subsequent decades.
A technical consideration for future growth is the need for a turnback facility—infrastructure allowing trains to terminate, reverse, and re-enter service. As Beckton Riverside and Thamesmead develop in phases over many years, demand will increase beyond initial projections. A turnback on the existing network would allow additional services to Thamesmead without requiring every train to complete the full route, providing operational flexibility and managing capacity constraints.
Environmental Benefits and Sustainability
The DLR extension to Beckton Riverside aligns closely with London’s environmental objectives and the Mayor’s Transport Strategy goal of achieving 80% of journeys by walking, cycling, and public transport by 2041. By providing high-quality public transport to an area currently reliant on buses and cars, the extension supports modal shift toward more sustainable travel options.
The development enabled by the extension focuses on brownfield land rather than greenfield sites, representing efficient use of previously developed areas. The 145 hectares of brownfield land at Beckton Riverside includes former industrial sites, vacant plots, and underutilized spaces that contribute little to the local economy or community. Transformation into a mixed-use, transit-oriented development represents sustainable urban growth that densifies London without encroaching on green spaces or the Metropolitan Green Belt.
New residential and commercial buildings in Beckton Riverside will be designed to high environmental standards, incorporating energy efficiency, renewable energy generation, sustainable drainage systems, green roofs, biodiversity enhancements, and water conservation measures. The car-free or car-light design of neighborhoods reduces the carbon footprint of residents and minimizes the environmental impact of transport.
TfL is conducting environmental impact assessments examining effects on air quality, noise, biodiversity, water resources, soil, landscape, heritage assets, and climate change. The extension will cross or pass near several designated Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation, requiring careful design to minimize impacts. Biodiversity net gain principles will be applied, ensuring the project delivers environmental enhancements alongside infrastructure improvements.
Construction impacts will be managed through careful planning, community engagement, and mitigation measures. TfL’s approach to major projects emphasizes minimizing disruption, protecting environmental assets, using sustainable construction methods, and leaving a positive legacy for local communities.
Funding Challenges and Government Support
Despite widespread support and a strong economic case, funding remains the critical uncertainty determining whether and when the extension proceeds. The estimated cost of £700 million to £1.7 billion represents a substantial capital investment at a time when both the UK government and Transport for London face significant financial pressures.
The government acknowledged the project’s potential for housing and economic development following the June 2025 consultation launch. The Transport Secretary indicated that the government recognizes the benefits and will work with TfL and the Greater London Authority to finalize the business case. However, no new capital funding has been committed as of October 2025.
The spending review announced around June 2025 included some funding for TfL that could support development work, but the major capital investment needed for construction has not been secured. TfL is exploring options to maximize local and regional funding sources, identify cost efficiencies, and structure the project to attract private sector contributions. The involvement of major landowners including Lendlease, abrdn, St William, and Peabody suggests potential for developer contributions, but these cannot cover the full cost of infrastructure.
The project is being developed through a public-private partnership, with the Royal Borough of Greenwich and London Borough of Newham working alongside TfL, the GLA, and private landowners. This collaborative approach shares costs and risks while aligning development and transport investment. However, the scale of the project means government capital support is essential for delivery.
The business case being finalized in autumn 2025 will be crucial for securing funding. If approved and funded, the project can progress to detailed design and planning application stages. Without funding, the project remains aspirational, with development at Beckton Riverside and Thamesmead severely constrained by lack of transport infrastructure.
Public Consultation and Community Response
Community engagement has been central to developing the DLR extension proposals. The February 2024 consultation received 1,254 public responses, demonstrating significant local interest. The overwhelmingly positive response—with 75% saying the extension would make journeys easier—gave TfL confidence to proceed with more detailed design work.
Respondents highlighted improved access from Thamesmead and Beckton Riverside, better connections to public transport, reduced journey times, and opportunities for housing and jobs as key benefits. Some concerns were raised about construction impacts, changes to bus services, station locations, and effects on local communities, all of which TfL has sought to address through design refinements.
The second consultation in summer 2025 included six drop-in events at locations including St Mark’s Centre in Beckton, Moorings Sociable Club in Thamesmead, Gallions Reach Shopping Park, Thamesmere Leisure Centre, Thamesmead Festival, and Docklands Summer Splash. These events allowed residents to discuss proposals directly with TfL staff, ask questions, and provide detailed feedback.
TfL has made significant efforts to ensure accessibility of consultations, providing information in multiple languages, British Sign Language videos, BSL conversation services for deaf community members, accessible formats for people using assistive technology, and multiple channels for feedback including online surveys, telephone calls, emails, and freepost mail.
Local councils have been vocal supporters. The London Borough of Newham has incorporated the extension into its Local Plan, designating Beckton Riverside as “a new city district” connected by the DLR. The Royal Borough of Greenwich has described the extension as transformative for Thamesmead, comparing its potential impact to what the Elizabeth Line achieved for Woolwich. Both boroughs have funded technical work and actively promoted the project to demonstrate local commitment.
Connection to London’s Transport Network
The DLR extension to Beckton Riverside will integrate seamlessly with London’s broader transport network, creating connectivity that transforms accessibility for residents and workers. The automated light metro system operates as part of the integrated Transport for London network, with consistent fares, Oyster and contactless payment, and integration with buses, London Underground, London Overground, and national rail services.
From Beckton Riverside, passengers traveling toward central London pass through Gallions Reach and then Royal Victoria, where the Elizabeth Line provides interchange to destinations including Paddington, Bond Street, Tottenham Court Road, Farringdon, Liverpool Street, Stratford, Canary Wharf, and Heathrow Airport. This connection is particularly valuable, transforming journey times to key destinations and opening access to employment, education, shopping, cultural venues, and airports.
At Canning Town, the DLR intersects with the Jubilee Line, providing north-south connectivity to Stratford, Canary Wharf, Canada Water, London Bridge, Waterloo, Westminster, and northwestern suburbs. This interchange handles very high passenger volumes and will become even busier following the DLR extension, requiring the station improvements mentioned earlier.
Further west along the DLR, passengers can change at Poplar for Stratford, West India Quay for Canary Wharf, and Bank for the Northern, Central, and Waterloo & City lines plus access to the City of London. These multiple interchange points create flexibility and resilience, with alternative routes available if disruption affects any part of the network.
Bus connectivity at Beckton Riverside station will link to local destinations not directly served by rail, creating a comprehensive public transport ecosystem. Walking and cycling improvements planned as part of the wider development ensure the station is accessible by sustainable modes, not just those arriving by bus or DLR from other locations.
Comparison with Alternative Transport Options
Before settling on the DLR extension, TfL comprehensively evaluated alternative approaches to providing public transport for Beckton Riverside and Thamesmead. Three main options were considered: bus rapid transit, London Overground extension from Barking Riverside, and DLR extension.
Bus rapid transit involves dedicated bus lanes, priority at junctions, high-quality vehicles, and frequent services to provide rail-like capacity and reliability at lower capital cost. While cheaper than rail options, bus rapid transit offers lower capacity, less attractive journey times, and fewer connectivity benefits. The economic impact and development potential enabled by bus rapid transit are substantially lower than rail alternatives, making it unsuitable for unlocking large-scale regeneration.
Extending London Overground from Barking Riverside across the Thames to Beckton Riverside and Thamesmead was evaluated but rejected. This option would cost approximately twice as much as the DLR extension because conventional trains require gentler gradients, necessitating more extensive and deeper tunneling under the Thames. Operating costs would also be higher, requiring train staff rather than automated operation. Frequency would be limited to approximately four trains per hour compared to the DLR’s capability for trains every few minutes. Connectivity benefits would be lower because the Overground operates on a different part of the network with fewer interchange points.
The DLR extension emerged as the optimal solution, offering the best balance of capacity, connectivity, journey times, frequency, operating costs, and development potential relative to capital investment required. The lighter DLR vehicles can handle steeper gradients, reducing tunneling requirements. Automated operation keeps running costs low while allowing high-frequency services. Integration with the existing DLR network provides multiple connections to the Jubilee Line, Elizabeth Line, and other transport modes across east London.
A complementary bus transit scheme between Woolwich and Abbey Wood via Thamesmead is also being developed to provide local connectivity and capacity for shorter journeys. This integrated approach recognizes that different types of transport serve different needs, with the DLR providing high-capacity strategic connections and enhanced buses serving local mobility.
Future Extension Possibilities
The DLR extension to Thamesmead has been designed with future expansion in mind. The terminal station at Thamesmead will be built to accommodate potential further extensions should demand and funding permit. Several options for future expansion have been discussed, though none have progressed beyond conceptual stages.
One possibility is extending the DLR further south to Belvedere, serving additional parts of the London Borough of Bexley. In May 2024, Mayor of London Sadiq Khan stated that the extension would be built to enable future continuation toward Belvedere. This area currently relies on southeastern trains to London but lacks direct connections to east London employment centers. A DLR extension would transform connectivity and unlock development opportunities.
Another conceptual option is extending toward Abbey Wood, creating a circuit connecting to the Elizabeth Line. This would provide redundancy and additional capacity in a strategic transport corridor. However, the area between Thamesmead and Abbey Wood is already served by buses and the Elizabeth Line is a short distance away, so the benefits may not justify the costs.
Any future extensions would require their own business cases, consultations, and funding approvals. The provision of future expansion capability at Thamesmead station ensures options remain open without committing to specific routes or timescales. This flexible approach allows London’s transport network to adapt to growth patterns, funding availability, and changing priorities over coming decades.
Thames Gateway Bridge Safeguarding
A complicating factor for the DLR extension is the legacy safeguarding of land for the Thames Gateway Bridge, a proposed road crossing that was canceled but whose safeguarded route potentially conflicts with DLR infrastructure and development at Beckton Riverside and Thamesmead. Despite the bridge project being abandoned, safeguarding directions remain in place, restricting use of the affected land.
TfL is working with the Department for Transport to remove these safeguarding directions, a necessary step to unlock new homes and support the DLR extension. This process involves technical assessments, policy reviews, and formal procedures to lift restrictions. While bureaucratic, it’s essential for allowing the transformation of brownfield land currently constrained by outdated planning designations.
Removing safeguarding for an abandoned road project to enable rail infrastructure and housing development represents a policy shift away from car-focused planning toward sustainable, transit-oriented growth. This evolution reflects broader changes in transport and planning policy recognizing that expanding road capacity often induces more traffic, while high-quality public transport enables sustainable development.
Why Beckton Riverside Matters for London
The DLR extension to Beckton Riverside represents far more than just additional transport infrastructure. It’s a transformative project addressing historical underinvestment in east London, unlocking housing delivery at significant scale, creating economic opportunities in underserved areas, and demonstrating how strategic transport investment enables sustainable urban growth.
Beckton Riverside has remained undeveloped for decades precisely because of the lack of transport infrastructure. While other parts of east London have been transformed by DLR extensions, the Elizabeth Line, and London Overground improvements, Beckton Riverside has been left behind. The extension finally addresses this deficit, bringing the area into London’s integrated transport network and enabling it to contribute to the capital’s housing and employment needs.
For London as a whole, the project contributes meaningfully to housing targets at a time when delivery is falling short of requirements. The 25,000-30,000 homes enabled by the full extension represent a significant proportion of annual London-wide housing targets. These homes will accommodate population growth while supporting mixed, inclusive communities with affordable housing obligations ensuring accessibility for people on different incomes.
The 10,000 jobs created support economic growth and recovery, providing employment opportunities for local residents while attracting businesses and investment to east London. The improved connectivity benefits existing communities, not just new developments, by opening access to opportunities across the capital and reducing the time and cost of travel.
The project demonstrates how transport investment and land use planning must work together. Building homes without transport infrastructure creates car dependency, congestion, and environmental harm. Conversely, building transport infrastructure without enabling development represents poor use of public resources. The integrated approach at Beckton Riverside ensures transport and development proceed in tandem, maximizing benefits while supporting sustainable growth objectives.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the DLR extension to Beckton Riverside open?
Subject to funding approval and successful planning consent, construction could begin in the late 2020s with the extension opening in the early 2030s, most likely around 2032-2033. The exact timeline depends on securing government capital funding and completing detailed design and approval processes.
How much will the extension cost?
Current estimates place the cost between £700 million and £1.7 billion for the full extension to both Beckton Riverside and Thamesmead. This wide range reflects uncertainty at this early stage. More precise costings will emerge as design work progresses and construction methodologies are finalized.
Will the extension be funded?
Funding has not yet been secured. The UK government has acknowledged the project’s benefits but has not committed capital funding as of October 2025. TfL and the Greater London Authority are finalizing a business case by autumn 2025 which will form the basis for funding discussions.
Where exactly will Beckton Riverside station be located?
The station will be built at ground level on currently vacant land south of Armada Way, directly opposite Gallions Reach Shopping Park. This location places it at the heart of the planned new town centre for Beckton Riverside, maximizing accessibility for future residents and workers.
How often will trains run to Beckton Riverside?
The proposed service pattern includes trains every 8-10 minutes to Thamesmead via Beckton Riverside, with additional trains every 8-10 minutes continuing to the existing Beckton terminus. This creates a combined frequency of trains every 4-5 minutes between Canning Town and Gallions Reach.
Will the station be accessible?
Yes, Beckton Riverside station will be fully accessible with step-free access provided throughout. Lifts will connect street level to platforms, and the ground-level design eliminates the access challenges sometimes found at elevated or underground stations.
How will the extension affect existing DLR services?
Trains and stations along the Beckton branch will become busier. Gallions Reach station will require significant upgrades to handle increased passenger numbers. Service frequency will be enhanced between Canning Town and Gallions Reach, with trains every 4-5 minutes providing improved capacity.
What bus routes will connect to Beckton Riverside station?
The station entrance on Armada Way will provide interchange with existing bus routes 262, 366, and N551. Additional bus service enhancements may be implemented as the surrounding area develops and demand increases.
How long will journeys from Beckton Riverside take?
Indicative journey times include approximately 8-10 minutes to Canning Town, 15-17 minutes to Canary Wharf, and 25-30 minutes to Bank. Journey times to destinations beyond the DLR network depend on connections but will be significantly improved compared to current bus-based options.
What will happen to Gallions Reach station?
Gallions Reach will require substantial upgrades before the extension can open, including platform extensions, improved vertical circulation, enhanced entrances, and increased capacity. These improvements will benefit existing users as well as passengers using the extension.
Will there be cycle parking at Beckton Riverside station?
While specific details haven’t been finalized, DLR policy and sustainable transport objectives suggest that secure cycle parking will be provided. The wider development includes enhanced walking and cycling infrastructure, making sustainable access to the station a priority.
Can the extension be built to just Beckton Riverside without continuing to Thamesmead?
This option was evaluated in the Strategic Outline Business Case as a lower-cost alternative. However, the full cross-river extension to Thamesmead offers substantially greater benefits and better value for money, making it the preferred option. A short extension to Beckton Riverside only would unlock some development but miss the transformational opportunity of connecting two major opportunity areas across the Thames.
How does the extension relate to the Elizabeth Line?
The DLR and Elizabeth Line are complementary, serving different corridors and purposes. The DLR extension provides local connectivity within east and southeast London with frequent stops, while the Elizabeth Line offers rapid long-distance connections to central and western London. Interchange at Royal Victoria enables passengers to benefit from both services.
What environmental impacts will the extension have?
TfL is conducting comprehensive environmental impact assessments examining air quality, noise, biodiversity, water resources, heritage, and climate. The extension will require careful design where it passes near Sites of Importance for Nature Conservation. Overall, enabling car-free development and modal shift to public transport provides significant environmental benefits.
Could the extension go further in future?
The Thamesmead station is being designed to accommodate potential future extensions, with Belvedere mentioned as a possible destination. However, no extensions beyond Thamesmead have been committed or funded. Building in future extension capability keeps options open without committing to specific routes.
How can I stay updated on the project?
Transport for London provides updates through its website, consultation pages, and community engagement activities. The Royal Borough of Greenwich, London Borough of Newham, and local community organizations also share information about the project as it develops.
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