Buy a good raincoat. Seriously. The temporary bus stops and park-and-rides aren’t going anywhere soon. Embrace the chaos.
Or, get weirdly invested in the live webcam of the construction site. I’m not judging. I’ve watched a crane move a single girder for three hours before. It’s oddly meditative.
Beaulieu Park station opened on Great Eastern Main Line | Stations
Mostly, just keep the faith. Every pile driver you hear in the distance is a little victory. Soon, you’ll be tapping your Oyster card and feeling like a proper city slicker.
The Cheeky Rumor Mill: Will It Be Delayed Again?
Oh, the internet has opinions. I’ve seen forum posts suggesting it’ll open on the same day as the London to Sydney railway. Pure nonsense. Ignore the doom-mongers.
Are there risks? Sure. Strikes, supply chain hiccups, a rogue badger holding up the works—anything is possible. But the vibe from the project managers is strangely optimistic. They’re smiling in the press releases. That’s got to count for something.
My advice? Don’t book a non-refundable holiday around the opening day. But don’t sell your car just yet, either. You’re in the sweet spot of hopeful waiting.
