Seasons & Episodes
Aldwych
Join our brand new Hidden London Hangouts to discover the secrets of the Underground with the Museum's Assistant Directo
Charing Cross
In this episode our expert team takes you behind the scenes at Charing Cross station. Explore the station’s history an
Clapham South deep-level shelter
In this episode our expert team takes you behind the scenes at Clapham South deep-level shelter. Hear about some of the
Down Street
In episode 4, Alex Grundon and the Hidden London team explore the secret world of Down Street station and how it became
55 Broadway
The team go up instead of down in this episode, and explore London's first skyscraper, 55 Broadway. As London Undergroun
Euston
The London Transport Museum's Hidden London team turn their attention to Euston station in episode 6. From its humble be
Moquette
A slight change of direction for this episode, as the team focus on the marvellous world of moquette! You’ll get the c
Highgate
Ready to head into the wilderness? In this episode of Hidden London Hangouts, the team venture to Highgate station in no
Piccadilly Circus
It's time to venture into the Heart of London as the Hidden London team talk about Piccadilly Circus, one of the finest
Moorgate
In episode 10, the Hidden London Hangouts team are venturing into Moorgate station, one of London's first Underground st
Season End
This episode is the last in series one of our Hidden London Hangouts! In this episode, Chris, Laura, Siddy and Alex reco
King William Street
Your favourite Hidden London experts are back for a second season of Hangouts. This week they focused on King William St
A Night on the Tiles
This week the team give you a eye witness guide to the tiles adorning Tube stations across London. They also pay a visit
Routemaster
The Routemaster is arguably the most recognisable London icon. This week, Alex, Chris, Laura and Siddy explore the histo
Brompton Road
In this episode the team give you a sneak peek into Bromtpon Road, one of the disused stations you can explore in our po
Johnston
London’s timeless lettering – the Johnston typeface – was created over a century ago for London Underground by Edw
Hyde Park Corner
All aboard as the Hidden London Hangouts team head to Hyde Park Corner station. The original Leslie Green designed stat
Also Known As
What's in a (Tube station) name? In this episode of Hidden London Hangouts, Chris Nix quizzes Alex, Laura and Siddy on t
Aldwych: a deeper dig
Think you know everything about Aldwych station? Think again! The team dig deeper into the history of the disused statio
Ghost stations
Things get spooky in this Halloween special where the team explore haunted Underground stations.
Trafalgar Square
Let the team transport you to the really hidden part of Charing Cross station...Trafalgar Square.
Kingsway's tram tunnel
Dive into another episode of Hangouts with your favourite team of experts as they venture down the tram tunnel at Kingsw
Island Tubes
The whole team is back this week for a special episode about the much-loved 1938 Stock trains still running on the Isle
Moquette: a second sitting
We just can't get enough of moquette, and we know our fans love it too, so the team is bringing you another episode all
The secret life of posters
The team look at some of the most iconic posters in our collection and give you a sneak peek into our art and posters st
Holborn
The team is feeling festive in this episode of Hangouts, all about the lesser-known disused platforms at Holborn station
A Night at the Museum
The team take a look behind the ropes at normally inaccessible vehicles on display at the Museum. The Hangouts foursome
Christmas
The team take a look at how London Transport celebrated Christmas during wartime and in peace. We also find out what was
The Great Exhibition
In the final episode of Season 2, the team are on location in their spiritual home: the award-winning Hidden London exhi
Piccadilly Circus: a deeper dig
The Hangouts team return for a brand new season and revisit a fan favourite of Season 1 - Piccadilly Circus. Join the te
Lords
The team share the history of Lords station, formerly known as St John's Wood Road, part of the Metropolitan Railway. Si
Signs
Your favourite foursome are back on location at the Acton Depot to tell you all about the iconic London Underground's si
Oxford Circus
The team explore one of London's busiest stations, Oxford Circus. This station is familiar to anyone who has ever visite
London to New York Special
In this very special episode, the Hangouts foursome (virtually) travelled to New York to meet the team at the New York T
Underground Art
The team explore the secrets of the Museum Depot's fabulous art store. They share their favourite art and discover that
Metroland
Escape to the country with the team in this episode exploring the suburban area known as Metro-land.
Marlborough Road
The team reveal elusive disused station of the Metropolitan line that has been hiding in plain sight for 82 years.
Holloway Road
The team uncover the secrets of Holloway Road station.
Tottenham Court Road
Did you know that Tottenham Court Road station used to be called Oxford Street station? Find out all about the history o
Mail Rail
In this episode, the Hangouts foursome are joined by special guest Chris Taft, Head of Collection at the Postal Museum.
Whitechapel
Ever heard of St Mary's station? Later known as Whitechapel Road, this short-lived station was located between Whitechap
York Road
The awesome foursome celebrate the Hangouts' first birthday with a special episode packed with exclusive on-site footage
Anniversary
The team look back at their favourite moments from the three seasons of Hidden London Hangouts, to celebrate the series'
Marylebone
Follow the team on location to discover the secrets of Marylebone station.
Edgware Road
Go behind the scenes at Edgware Road station with the team and special guest Signal Instructor Charley Monroe who showed
Tube Maps
The team explore the history of Underground maps from the early days of the Metropolitan Railway to the revolutionary di
Notting Hill Gate
The Hangouts foursome are back out on the system to explore a very old station that has been rebuilt many times in its l
Museum Reopening
This week the team explore London Transport Museum as it reopens to the public, meet Hangout fans in person and talk to
Kennington station and Kennington Loop
Join the team as they explore the hidden, disused and secret gems of Kennington station and ride the Kennington loop.
Leicester Square
The team explore the hidden and disused spaces of Leicester Square station, and discover original tiles and ingeniously
Swiss Cottage
Follow the team behind the scenes at Swiss Cottage station.
Hampstead
This week the team visit the deepest station on the London Underground and go behind the scenes to uncover surprising hi
Arsenal
The team explore Arsenal station, formerly known as Gillsepie Road, one of the London's shallowest Tube stations.
Knightsbridge Pt.1
The team visit Knightbridge station for the first of two episodes exploring this evolving station and its beautiful orig
Knightsbridge Pt.2
The team return to Knightsbridge to see how the original station is being adapted to bring step-free access to the moder
Green Park Mosaic Tunnel
What's the story behind the mosaic tunnel at Green Park station? Join the Hangouts Fab Four to find out.
King's Cross light tunnel
This is the final episode of Hidden London Hangouts Series 3! Join the team as they talk about the wonderful architectur
Swanage Summer Special
This week the team are on holiday, but Chris and Alex invite you to join them by the sea to discover a train that served
007: 483 Your Eyes Only
This week the team head off on a Summer Special mission to the Isle of Wight Steam Railway to see Class 483 unit 007 off
London To Swanage
The Hangouts team head to the Swanage Railway in Dorset, for the opening show of Season 4. In a privileged trip behind t
Supermodels
The team explore the Underground stations modelled in LEGO recently exhibited at London Transport Museum's Depot at Act
London Bridge
In this epic episode the team go behind the scenes of the Northern line at London Bridge to explore the original tunnels
Imberbus 2021
The team visit the village of Imber to discover the unlikely location for an incredible London bus service that happens
Embankment
In this bumper episode the team explore a station with many names and faces built in the river Thames. Inside, they disc
Northern line Extension: A first look
The team gained access to the new Battersea Power Station and Nine Elms stations before they opened to the public on 20
Wood Lane
Join the team in West London to visit a station that used to appear twice on the map only to disappear altogether and ev
London Bridge Pt. 2
In this episode the Hangouts team return to London Bridge station to explore secrets of the Jubilee line hidden in plain
Knightsbridge Tiles
The team return to Knightsbridge station to see the original tiles being removed and to witness the attempt to remove tw
Island Line New 484 Trains
The team travel to the Isle of Wight to see the latest trains to carry on the tradition of London Underground rolling st
Driving The Routemaster
Hidden London Hangouts fan Annesley Abercorn invites the team to drive his Routemaster RM357. With special guest appeara
Tanks and Buses: Serving the Front Line
The team visit The Tank Museum at Bovington to meet Curator David Willey and explore the surprising shared DNA between s
Elizabeth line: Farringdon
In this episode the team go behind the doors of Farringdon station for the first of a series of exclusive trips to the b
Elizabeth line: Paddington
The team explore the bright, beautiful new Elizabeth line station at Paddington. A station box design with stunning view
Elizabeth line: Tottenham Court Road
The team head to the edge of Soho to explore the stunning new Elizabeth line station at Tottenham Court Road. Join them
Christmas at London Transport Museum
In this episode the team get into the festive mood with a look at Christmas at London Transport Museum and other Europea
Island line cab view: Ryde Pier Head to Shanklin
In this episode the team share all of the cab view footage shot from the front of 484002 for S4E10: Island line New 484
Angel at Christmas
In this episode the team give Alex the Christmas present he's always wanted - a visit to the disused areas of Angel stat
King's Cross St Pancras
The Hangouts team return for a new series with a visit to one of the oldest stations on the Underground, to discover a w
Elizabeth line: Canary Wharf
The team go behind the gates of the new Elizabeth line station at Canary Wharf, only hours after the official handover,
Bank Station Capacity Upgrade
In this special episode, the team share footage of the Bank Capacity Upgrade Project and discuss the incredible work to
Taking the last Class 484 to the Island Line
In this episode the team follow the journey of the last 484 unit to the Island Line on the Isle of Wight. 484005 is the
St Paul's
In this episode the team explore a station on the Central line that has moved, changed its name and acted as a bunker du
Elizabeth Line Trial Operations
In this special episode the Hangouts team take part in the Trial Operations of the Elizabeth line. They take a ride on t
Elizabeth line: Whitechapel
In this episode, the team take you behind closed doors to see how this Victorian station, first opened in 1876, has been
Elizabeth line: Liverpool Street
The team head to the Elizabeth line once again, this time to explore Liverpool Street, a station so expanded it now join
Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway
Join the team for a holiday trip to the seaside as they visit the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway. Situated on the s
Shepherd's Bush
In this episode the team explore behind the scenes of the original western terminus of the Central London Railway - Shep
Oval
In this episode, the Hangouts team go in to bat at Oval, exploring behind the scenes of the original City and South Lond
Bank Project Update and King William Street
The team return to Bank/ Monument station to see the new southbound Northern line platforms just days before they open t
Elizabeth line: The ultimate premiere
In this episode the team travel against the clock on a new Elizabeth line train with some of the design team Paul Marcha
Elizabeth line opening day special
In this episode, the team are joined by Museum Director Sam Mullins to explore the Elizabeth line on its opening day (24
South Kensington
In this episode, the team are reunited at South Kensington station for a unique opportunity to explore the former lift s
Ruislip
In this episode the team revisit Metroland to discover how a new station transformed a small village in Middlesex into a
Charing Cross: Making the station tour
The team revisit Charing Cross station to share some of the disused spaces that can be seen on our Hidden London tour. T
Stockwell
Chris and Siddy visit Stockwell to explore the hidden layers of a station that's changed many times since it was first b
City Road
The team (minus Siddy) visit City Road, between Angel and Old Street, which had a very short life as a working station b
West Ashfield
Alex and Chris explore an Underground station closed to the public, West Ashfield, as they take you inside London Underg
Elizabeth line: Bond Street, The Ultimate Preview
In the last episode of Series 5, the team visit the Elizabeth line station at Bond Street during construction and explor
Elizabeth line: Driver Number One
The team return with Series 6 and take us on a trip in the cab of an Elizabeth line class 345 train. Chris and Alex are
North End (Bull and Bush)
The team celebrate the 100th episode of the Hidden London Hangouts by visiting the legendary hidden station of North End
Elizabeth line: West to East Driver's Eye Exclusive
In this episode the team board their own special train to see the driver’s view from the cab as a Class 345 train trav
Elizabeth line: Driver's Cab from Gidea Park to Liverpool Street
The team share a special Hidden London Hangup episode recorded live for our Patreons. Special guest Keith Valla, Driver
Archway
Chris and Alex discover a hidden gem at Archway and explore the astonishing disused passageways of a station that has se
Whitechapel's Bell
In this one of a kind episode the Hangouts team visit South Stoke in Oxfordshire to follow up on a viewer's offer to lea
Mark Lane
The Hangouts team get their torches out to visit Mark Lane, a lost station on the District line that had many names in i
Secrets of Clapham South deep-level shelter
The team open the doors to the Museum's own disused site, Clapham South deep-level shelter, part of our popular Hidden L
Southwark deep-shelter
In this episode the team take a rare opportunity to discover the remains of the Southwark deep-level shelter. Once the s
Christmas - Kentish Town
In this special Christmas episode the Team travel to Kentish Town to discover a wealth of hidden passages, original desi
Exploring South Kentish Town Disused Tube Station
In this first episode, they explore South Kentish Town, a short lived underground station that was reused as a civilian
Elephant & Castle, the Two-Halved Tube Station
In this episode, Alex Siddy and Chris explore the two halves of Elephant & Castle tube station to uncover the secret dis
The Lost Tunnels of Finsbury Park
In this episode, the team are given special night access to Finsbury Park to track walk the disused tunnels of the Great
Unlocking Baker Street, the 160-year-old Underground Station
In this episode, the team are handed the keys of Baker Street, which opened on 10 January 1863. They explore the secrets
Warren Street, the Station with Many Names and Faces
In this episode, the team burrow into the history and the hidden spaces of Warren Street, a station with several names a
The Hidden Gallery at Marble Arch Station
In this episode, the team explore the history of Marble Arch station and discover some hidden disused spaces - with post
Alperton Station, the Sleeping Giant
In this episode, the team explore Alperton, a Charles Holden station that was originally part of the District line - com
Mornington Crescent: The Antedote to Panel Stations
In this episode, the team head to a classic Leslie Green station that was refurbished in the 1990s before becoming the i
Goodge Street: Shopping, stairs and surprises
In this episode, Alex and Chris explore Goodge Street, a station that has changed its name and its appearance and has se
Gloucester Road: Forgotten spaces and historic features
In this episode the team visit a very old Underground station dating back to 1868, to explore the many changes to its de
Tottenham Court Road
In this episode, the team explore the history of Tottenham Court Road station, starting from its humble beginning on the
Lambeth North
In this week's episode Siddy and Chris explore a Zone 1 station with a history of change and many secret spaces. In the
Earl's Court
The team return with an exploration of a busy station with a long history and plenty of hidden gems in both public and s
Sloane Square
In this episode the team go behind the scenes at a station that has been rebuilt many times including after a direct hit
Holland Park
The team visit Holland Park, a true survivor of the Central London Railway on the trail of original features lost at nei
Glasgow Subway
Chris and Alex head north to Glasgow to ride the Subway – the third system of it’s type in the world. Laura helps us
Chalk Farm
In this episode, Chris and Alex explore behind the scenes of an unusual Northern line station to discover some rare surv
Thames Tunnel Trek
In this episode the team travel to Rotherhithe for a very rare opportunity to walk through the Thames Tunnel, whilst Lon
The Secret Tunnels of Camden Junctions
In this bumper Christmas episode, the team are given rare special access to explore the intricate engineering marvel of
Old Street
In this epic exploration Laura and Chris get behind the scenes and uncover the secrets of a very old Tube station with i
Waterloo
To kick off Series 9, the team explore disused parts of Waterloo station, complete with lift shafts, floodgates and evac
Riding the 38 Stock
In the second episode of series 9, the team head to Acton Town to hop onboard our 38 Stock train. They join a test run a
Liverpool Street
In this episode the team explore a station of two halves – Liverpool Street. Hidden platforms, a disused signal cabin
Making the Museum roundel
In this episode, the team travel to A J Wells on the Isle of Wight to reveal the process of designing and creating Londo
The Hidden Tube at St Helen's Beach
This week, Alex, Laura and Chris are back to the Isle of Wight to see St Helen's Beach, where they come across beach hut
Hidden Holborn
In this episode the team return to Holborn station ahead of the start of our new Hidden London disused station tours. Ch
Green Park's Secret Station
Join the team for episode seven as they explore Green Park's secret station. In this episode the team head to Mayfair to
Metroland The end of the line
The Metropolitan Railway once reached deep into Buckinghamshire with rural stations serving remote villages and hamlets
Sign on the Line
In this episode the team start the new series with an epic trip to discover how enamel signs are made, with exclusive ac
Locos and Loops Part One
In the first of a bumper two-parter episode, the team hitch a ride on a battery locomotive as it weaves its way across t
Locos and Loops Part Two
Last week saw the team hitch a ride on a battery locomotive as it weaved its way across the network. In the follow-up fi
RAT on the Line
This week, Alex and Chris get to investigate one of the lesser-spotted engineering vehicles on the network - the rail ad
Clapham South - Meet the Warden
In a very special episode, Chris and Laura meet Aaron Oliver, engagement manager for the Hidden London tour series, for
Highbury and Islington
This special episode was originally recorded as a live event in front of an audience at London Transport Museum in April
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