There are five London boroughs (Bexley, Bromley, Croydon, Kingston upon Thames and Sutton) which have never been served by the Underground system.
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'The Underground chose to run extensions into the open semi-rural districts to the north instead, where they'd have less competition and sell more tickets,' says Murphy. So the lack of south London tube stations came about because, once upon a time, that side of the river was actually better connected.
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Claiming the top position in our ranking of train stations in London is St Pancras Station, a true embodiment of grandeur and elegance. Its captivating exterior and interior design, epitomised by the iconic clock and the picturesque arches, leave visitors in awe.
When the first private tube companies began operating after 1863, they focused on north London, where there was more opportunity. 'The Underground chose to run extensions into the open semi-rural districts to the north instead, where they'd have less competition and sell more tickets,' says Murphy.