October 6th 2024.
Have you ever found yourself feeling completely confused and disoriented after taking a ride on the underground? It's a common occurrence for many passengers, especially when riding the tube. But did you know that there is one line in particular that can actually remedy that problem? Yes, you read that right. The Northern Line, which runs through South London, has a unique feature that can help you if you happen to miss your stop. How, you ask? Well, let me tell you all about it.
Typically, the southbound trains on the Northern Line travel from High Barnet or Edgware stations to Morden in South-West London. However, there are some trains that terminate at Kennington instead. And here's where things get interesting. The southbound service to Kennington has a mysterious feature that can make you feel like you're riding a ghost train. What is it, you wonder? Well, it's quite simple. The train actually stops at Kennington station twice in a row. Yes, you heard that right. Twice.
This peculiar occurrence is known as the Kennington loop. Unlike most trains that simply disappear into a depot when they terminate at their final destination, the trains that finish at Kennington continue to head south. The driver then performs a U-turn near the Oval Cricket Ground before returning to Kennington to start the northbound service. It's quite a unique experience for passengers, especially if you happen to miss your stop at Kennington. You may find yourself scratching your head and wondering how you ended up back at the same station.
According to Transport for London, the train is actually supposed to be empty when it terminates at Kennington. However, many passengers have shared their confusion and amusement at finding themselves at Kennington twice in a row, especially late at night. Some even claim that the Kennington loop is like a ghost ride, with rumors of sightings of a young girl by train drivers. One passenger even posted on Facebook about their curiosity to ride the loop and see if the rumors were true.
However, the Kennington loop has become less common since the opening of Battersea Power Station. This has caused many Northern Line trains to head south-west after Kennington, making the loop a rare occurrence. But for those lucky enough to end up on a southbound service to Kennington, don't forget about the Kennington loop. It's a unique and mysterious feature that you may never experience again.
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