Heron Quays — Local services in London

An interesting location to build a DLR station which looks futuristic, as this is the only one on the network that passes through a skyscraper. The lifts give nostalgia vibes, as they look similar to the translucent plastic used to make the iMac G3 Macintosh personal computers that Apple Inc. sold from 1998 to 2003. At concourse level if you look up, you'll notice that underneath the platforms there is a round base shape which looks like the belly of an aquatic placental marine mammal such as a whale. Interestingly, it's located closer to the Jubilee line station of Canary Wharf than the DLR station of Canary Wharf is, and this is one of the few DLR stations which offers three ways to reach and leave the platforms (by escalator, by stairs, or by lift). In addition, the floor of all DLR trains is the same height as both platforms. Unfortunately, both lifts have only one doorway for entry and exit, and the doorways are narrow, which may pose difficulties for wheelchair users and passengers...

Barrier location: 5/5 Likeliness to be stopped by a TFL member of staff: 2/5 Likeliness the are Barriers open: 5/5

Fantastic one to bunk, always do it to get to the jubilee, I’ve personally never seen any security there however, I’ve had intel from a reliable source that security have been down at the bottom of the station on more then a few occasions, my advise would be to either go out the back exit or leg it,

Saved a fortune bunking this one, definitely recommend if you’re skint for the month!

Will definitely be bunking again!

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Heron Quays DLR station is a sleek, efficient hub nestled within Canary Wharf's business district. Designed by Alsop Architects, it boasts a distinctive, modern aesthetic with its elevated platforms integrated into surrounding office towers. The station offers seamless access to the Jubilee Place shopping centre and provides convenient interchanges to the Jubilee line at Canary Wharf station. Serving as a vital link for commuters, Heron Quays combines architectural flair with practical...