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Why is it called Redbridge?

Central

Where the name comes from

From a bridge over the River Roding, demolished in 1921. The station was first to be called West Ilford, then Red House, before Redbridge was chosen.

Where it is

Gants HillRedbridgeSnaresbrookWanstead

See Redbridge on the interactive map, 1863 to today

Next stations

At a glance

Opened
1947
Status
Open
Line
Central
Fare zone
4
Local authority
Redbridge
Earlier names
Ilford West: proposed before opening; Red House: proposed before opening

Sources

Station list and dates: Wikipedia’s lists of London Underground stations, citing Douglas Rose and Cyril Harris. Line routes Powered by TfL Open Data.

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