London's transport network will see planned service disruption this weekend, August 15-16 2026, affecting the District line, DLR, Elizabeth line and several London Overground services. According to Time Out's weekly travel guide, closures are scheduled across multiple lines, with alternative travel advice provided for affected passengers.
District Line and DLR Closures
On Sunday August 16, no trains will run between Turnham Green and Richmond on the District line. Westbound trains will not call at Barons Court until November, so passengers travelling west should go one stop east to West Kensington and then change trains for westbound services. The DLR will also have no service between Shadwell and Tower Gateway on the same day.
The Piccadilly line will also be affected, as westbound trains will not call at Barons Court until November. Passengers should travel one stop east to Earl's Court and change trains for westbound services.
Overground and Elizabeth Line Disruptions
On Sunday August 16, the Windrush line will have no trains between Wandsworth Road and Clapham Junction. The Mildmay line will have no service between Willesden Junction and Richmond, with a reduced service running between Shepherd's Bush and Clapham, and between Camden Road and Willesden Junction.
The Elizabeth line will have no trains between West Drayton and Slough until 9am on Sunday. The Waterloo and City line remains closed on weekends and bank holidays, as is its usual schedule.
Weekend Events and Weather
The weekend is set to be cooler in London following the fifth heatwave of the summer, which may benefit music fans attending concerts by The Weeknd and Ariana Grande. Other events include the opening of a new club called Magazine – Open Air, the Formula E ePrix final, and a free music festival at King's Cross.
