West London Orbital
Richmond upon Thames councillors are discussing the exclusion of Twickenham and Whitton stations from the West London Orbital proposals.
Transport for London's West London Orbital proposals currently exclude Twickenham and Whitton stations, a point of discussion for local councillors. Councillor Dr James Chard raised this at a Richmond upon Thames Transport and Air Quality Committee meeting in November 2026, arguing that existing lines could be upgraded to include these stations. Brent Council also addressed the proposed railway at its Council meeting in September 2026.
The West London Orbital is a proposed Overground rail route by Transport for London, intended to link Hendon and Hounslow. It aims to connect to major hubs such as Old Oak Common, providing access to Elizabeth line and HS2 services. The project involves a new overground line.
Key facts
- Twickenham and Whitton stations are not included in Transport for London’s West London Orbital proposals. Source
- Councillor Dr James Chard raised the issue of station exclusion at a Richmond upon Thames Transport and Air Quality Committee meeting in November 2026. Source
- The West London Orbital is a proposed Overground rail route by Transport for London. Source
- The route is intended to link Hendon and Hounslow, connecting to Old Oak Common. Source
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