A brief history of the Piccadilly line in four forgotten maps
Briefly

The Piccadilly Line, initiated in 1906, has transformed significantly, expanding from its original route between Finsbury Park and Hammersmith to include key destinations like Heathrow Airport. Initial extensions began in the late 1920s, eventually connecting to Cockfosters and Uxbridge by 1933. The line saw few changes until the 1960s when it underwent some upgrades. The establishment of the Heathrow Central station in 1977 and further expansions in the following years catered directly to the airport’s growing traffic, making it a vital transport link for Londoners and travelers alike.
The Piccadilly Line has undergone significant changes since its inception in 1906, expanding from Finsbury Park to include a connection to Heathrow Airport.
Development of the Piccadilly Line featured a series of strategic extensions, particularly benefiting travelers to Heathrow, with major upgrades around the 1960s.
Read at www.hamhigh.co.uk
[
|
]