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Warnings Or Dangers: After Midnight, Be Aware....
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  • If you are in the West End after midnight, you won't be able to catch a train because few trains leave after midnight. There is night bus service, but it is sketchy. You'll have to attempt to catch a taxi.

    My daughter Jill and I were attending a theatre at the West End seeing Jekell & Hyde; afterwards, we had a snack and listened to music in a small place that catered to up-and-coming bands. Before we knew it, midnight had come and gone. We started walking and saw a bus. We tried to "flag it down"; the bus stopped but would not pick us up because the driver was going back to check out for the night. So, we kept on walking, trying to catch a taxi.

    I tell you, we walked through some pretty frightening neighborhoods.

    At last, a Taxi stopped. The driver said, "What are you doing in this area; it's like being in Harlem in New York." He was very kind and "fatherly". We were so relieved to make it back to our hotel safely.

    You need to know that licensed cabs must carry a "For Hire" sign that is lit up. You can find them at "ranks" (stands); you can hail them as we did; you can phone for them.

    The licensed cabs have meters Surcharges are added for luggage, extra passengers, and off-hours (such as when we hailed the cab much after midnight). Fares should always be on display.

    I have nothing but admiration for the London Taxi Drivers.


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    Comments for deecat about London
    Pawtuxet Sun Jul 13, 2008 00:57 UTC
     How did I miss the Old Curiosity Shop when in London? I found the city very easy and comfortable. You've created a very informative page even tho you were pre-digital. How did we get along without those nifty cameras?
    jillzi Thu May 1, 2008 18:26 UTC
     Sure brings back memories..seems like yesterday. Great insights.
    ATXtraveler Sun Mar 2, 2008 22:26 UTC
     Excellent overview of this well known city.
    xaver Mon Feb 18, 2008 16:53 UTC
     great ovevrview on London, I am not going for 10 years, would love to see how it changed.
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