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Maida Vale

London Metro · Zone 2Opened 1915

About Maida Vale

Maida Vale is an elegant residential Bakerloo line station in the affluent neighbourhood of the same name, known for its mansion blocks, tree-lined avenues and the famous BBC Maida Vale Studios. The station's red-brick facade is a good example of early London Underground surface architecture.

Lines Served

Traveller Tips

  • 1BBC Maida Vale Studios (historic recording home of the Proms orchestras) is nearby on Delaware Road
  • 2Maida Vale itself is one of London's most attractive residential neighbourhoods for a wander
  • 3Little Venice is a 10-minute walk south - a pleasant canal-side detour
  • 4The Chippenham pub on Shirland Road is a classic Victorian local worth a visit

Accessibility

-Wheelchair accessible
-Step-free access
Audio announcements
Visual displays
-Accessible toilets
Tactile guides

Facilities

Info Desk

Nearby Attractions

BBC Maida Vale Studios
Little Venice
Paddington Recreation Ground

Frequently Asked Questions

QWhich line serves Maida Vale?

Only the Bakerloo line serves Maida Vale station.

QIs Maida Vale step-free?

No, Maida Vale does not have step-free access.

QWhat zone is Maida Vale in?

Maida Vale is in Zone 2.

QWhat are the BBC Maida Vale Studios?

The BBC Maida Vale Studios are a famous recording complex used by BBC orchestras and historically for live radio sessions - they are near the station on Delaware Road.

QHow far is Little Venice from Maida Vale station?

Little Venice canal junction is about a 10-minute walk south from Maida Vale station.

QWhat is near Maida Vale station?

The BBC Maida Vale Studios, Paddington Recreation Ground and the pleasant streets of Maida Vale and Little Venice are all within easy walking distance.
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Zone 2

Travel Zone

Est. 1915

Limited accessibility - check before travelling