| Welsh Harp | |
|---|---|
| Location | Hendon |
| Local authority | London Borough of Barnet |
| Owner | Midland Railway |
| Number of platforms | 2 |
| Key dates | |
| 1870 | Opened |
| 1903 | Closed |
| Other information | |
 London transportportal | |
Welsh Harp railway station was built by the Midland Railway in 1870 on its extension to St. Pancras station.
The station opened on 2 May 1870. [1] With a single island platform between the slow lines, it was important for people escaping from the City for a day out, fishing or boating on the Brent Reservoir built in 1838.
It was named after the nearby tavern, the Old Welsh Harp, but only lasted 33 years, closing on 1 July 1903. [1] [2] There are now no visible remains of the station as it was quickly demolished after closure. [3] The Old Welsh Harp inn was demolished c. 1971. [4]
| Preceding station | Historical railways | Following station | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cricklewood Line and station open | Midland Railway Midland Main Line | Hendon Line and station open | ||
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