New map shows free drinking fountains on the London Overground

The number of London Overground stations with free water drinking fountains is expanding, and Transport for London (TfL) has released a new map showing their locations.

Extract from new map (c) TfL

The new drinking fountains are now available at Bethnal Green, Bush Hill Park, Chingford, Gospel Oak, Highams Park and Homerton stations, with these joining the 22 already offering free access to tap water across the London Overground network.

To help London Overground customers find their nearest drinking fountain, TfL has also published a map (pdf file) giving details of their locations, either at London Overground stations or nearby.

Rory O’Neill, General Manager for London Overground, said: “We are committed at London Overground to provide easy access to free drinking water wherever we can. Our growing number of drinking fountains is a testament to that, allowing customers to stay hydrated while using our services but also doing our bit for the environment by helping reduce the reliance on single use plastic bottles.”

Water refill point outside station (c) TfL

Complementing the water fountains on the London Overground, the GLA has partnered with Thames Water to install more than 100 water fountains in busy and accessible areas of London.

Access to drinking water in public spaces has also been improved through the Refill London scheme, which encourages London’s many restaurants, cafes and businesses to offer free refills and water fountains, making it easier for Londoners and visitors to the capital to refill on the go.

Some of the drinking fountains on the London Overground were installed and are maintained by TfL with others installed by the GLA in partnership with Thames Water who are also the maintainer. The Clapham Junction drinking fountain was installed and maintained by Network Rail. Some of these may be located just outside the station.