Tag Archives: King’s Cross station

Height restriction policy win for campaigners on town hall annexe site

Posted on April 1, 2013 by

As tall buildings spring up in the King’s Cross development, and work begins on Camden’s new town hall there, it is worth turning some attention back to plans for the site next to the existing town hall. Local group, Friends … Continue reading →

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In the dark at York Way’s KX bus stop

Posted on January 21, 2013 by

At Transport for London and LB Camden’s all new improved King’s Cross Station York Way bus stop tonight passengers are still in the dark (see picture taken at 6.30pm, left). The bus stop should be lit making people waiting feel … Continue reading →

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Network Rail announces work to demolish old frontage begins

Posted on August 28, 2012 by

Network Rail is about to start work on the final phase of the King’s Cross transformation to create a new public square, ready by late 2013. The space currently occupied by the 1970s concourse will be demolished, revealing the Victorian … Continue reading →

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The Africa Express hits KX – and KXCommunity Projects has got tickets to give away!!!

Posted on August 24, 2012 by

Hailed as the most revolutionary force in popular music for two decades, Africa Express brings together musicians from different cultures, genres and generations to break boundaries and offer a new perspective on Africa and its music. It all began in … Continue reading →

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Keep it lowdown on the south side

Posted on July 6, 2012 by

So urge the conservation committees for King’s Cross and Bloomsbury and the Friends of Argyle Square. They have launched a campaign to protect the area of Euston Road facing the stations from becoming a home for tall buildings. It comes … Continue reading →

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Bikes Alive! 23 January 6pm, will you be there?

Posted on January 17, 2012 by

Frustration at continued lack of action by Transport for London to ensure the safety of all road users across London resulted in a ‘go-slow’ protest on January 9th at King’s Cross. A second event is now planned by Bikes Alive … Continue reading →

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King’s Cross Station opens March 2012

Posted on January 12, 2012 by

In anticipation of the opening of the new KX station in March this year, Network Rail will be available for all your questions from Monday 16th to Friday 20th January at the main information desk. An interactive exhibition will also be available next … Continue reading →

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Flash mob outside station

Posted on December 29, 2011 by

The Huffington Post is currently reporting a flash mob protest outside King’s Cross Station against Turkish air strikes that have killed Kurdish rebels.. Police have been accused of using excessive force and several arrests have been made. More here.

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