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Join expert guides to discover the secrets of Moorgate station, one of the oldest London Underground stations, and walk along disused tracks under London's famous Barbican Centre.

Highlights

• Get exclusive access to closed off parts of Moorgate Tube station
• Step back in time to see vintage poster fragments
• View the only remaining Greathead tunnelling shield on the network from 1904
• Explore the maze of disused tunnels and abandoned tracks
• Wander through time capsule corridors

Description

Step into one of London’s oldest Underground stations. London Transport Museum, the world's leading museum of urban transport, invites you to join a Hidden London guided tour of the secrets and disused spaces of Moorgate station, the portal into the City and one of London’s first Underground stations - as seen on Yesterday channel’s 'Secrets of the London Underground'. Opened in 1865 as Moorgate Street, Moorgate station later formed part of the first extension of the Metropolitan line, paving the way for the ‘Deep Tube’. This guided tour takes you into the maze of disused tunnels and abandoned tracks that were left behind by almost 160 years of re-designs and station upgrades. You’ll walk along disused tracks, spot original passenger corridors complete with vintage glass tiles and posters, and you’ll discover ingenious repurposes in response to the needs of the growing capital. What to expect on this tour: Step Behind the Scenes Gain rare access to corridors that have been hidden from public view for decades. Explore the original passageways of the City and South London Railway, still lined with Victorian glass tiles from 1900, and spot the vintage posters that remain in place. Walk along disused tracks Journey into the Moorgate ‘Catacombs’ section, located directly underneath The Barbican Estate. Walk alongside the disused railway tracks of the City Widened Line and hear about the redevelopments that took place in the area during the second half of the 20th century. Learn about Moorgate’s rich history Uncover Moorgate’s role as a terminus for multiple railways, including the Metropolitan Railway and the Great Northern and City Railway. Discover how Moorgate became the expansion point for the world’s first deep tube, the City and South London Railway, which opened in 1890 and revolutionised underground travel. Explore its hidden past as a freight terminal Hear fascinating stories about how Moorgate served as a freight terminal for decades and see how its long-abandoned areas have been ingeniously repurposed to serve London’s modern needs, particularly through modernisation efforts in the 1920s.

Includes

80 minute tour of Moorgate Tube station including original disused areas

Important Information

• There is a maximum of four children (aged 10-15 yrs) allowed per adult. The tour involves a lot of walking, including areas of uneven ground and low lighting. Tours are not suitable for guests with claustrophobia. Tours are not step free and include walking up and down stairs, there are no elevators. Wear sturdy footwear and suitable clothing. There is no cloakroom. Please familiarise yourself with our Terms and Conditions before your visit: www.ltmuseum.co.uk/terms-conditions

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund