Southgate Tube Station Shuts Down Due to Faulty Escalators
Commuters heading through North London faced disruption this morning as Southgate station on the Piccadilly line was forced to close. Transport for London (TfL) confirmed the closure, attributing it to “faulty escalators.”
TfL’s official X account stated: “Southgate station – This station is closed while we fix faulty escalators.”
⛔ Southgate station –
This station is closed while we fix faulty escalators.
➡ To re-plan journey: https://t.co/UoeJflrJdy
— TfL Access (@TfLAccess) October 20, 2025
Frustration is mounting among passengers, with several taking to X to ask when normal service will resume.
One commuter asked: “When will Southgate station be reopened today?” Another complained: “No notification that Southgate Station is closed, and has been since 7:30am???”
TfL replied: “We don’t have a time when, but as soon as it reopens, we’ll update the website.”
Southgate, situated between Arnos Grove and Oakwood stations on the Piccadilly line, serves as a key stop for residents in North London.
The closure comes amid broader travel disruption in the capital, with the Northern line also experiencing severe delays due to a signal failure at Stockwell.
TfL has advised passengers that alternative travel options are available: “London Buses, Southeastern, Thameslink and South Western Railway are accepting valid tickets via any reasonable route.”
Travel experts are urging London Underground users to plan ahead and allow extra time for their journeys.
The Piccadilly line is a vital artery, linking Heathrow, Central London, and the northern suburbs, meaning any disruption can have a domino effect on daily commutes.
Commuters are advised to monitor TfL updates closely before traveling and to expect delays until the escalator issue is resolved.
