Transport for London
About Legible London
Walking is a great way of getting around London.
As well as being free, healthy and environmentally-friendly, it can also save you time - 109 journeys between neighbouring central London Underground stations are actually quicker on foot than the Tube!
Yet many people are put off by inconsistent signage and confusion about distances between areas.
We're currently piloting Legible London to tackle these issues and help both residents and visitors walk to their destination quickly and easily.
Based on extensive research, the system uses a range of information, including street signs and printed maps, to help people find their way. It's also integrated with other transport modes so when people are leaving the Underground, for example, they can quickly identify the route to their destination.
Piloting the future
Following a successful prototype in the Bond Street area, we're now piloting the scheme in three distinct areas of London. The pilots will test the system's effectiveness in a range of environments and will be installed from late 2009.
