Photography on LU

[Harbon 1]

I've always, for some reason, been under the impression that one isnt alowed to take pictures of london underground trains at stations. Can someone please clear this up for me, are. You alowed to take photographs of trains in stations underground?

Cheers,
Matt

 

[transportphoto]

I've always, for some reason, been under the impression that one isnt alowed to take pictures of london underground trains at stations. Can someone please clear this up for me, are. You alowed to take photographs of trains in stations underground?

Cheers,
Matt

Hi Matt,

As far as I am aware you can take photos whilst passing through, as long as they are not for commercial use. However, I don't think you can stand on the platform end for hours without a licence from LUL.
LOROL stations are the same as all other NR stations, I'm not sure on DLR or Tramlink.

Cheers,
TP

 

[Peter Mugridge]

The "passing through" rulse will generally only allow you a few minutes, normally not more than one full cycle of departures.

A permit is available for £40 for 30 days, and this is very good value - I've used these twice, though obviously only in summer. Never had any supervisor refuse to sign me in with the permit, and it guarantees no hassle from anyone - as well as the permit prominently dangling from a lanyard round your neck you'll have a clear visitor badge as well.

Here's the link http://www.tfl.gov.uk/corporate/media/1521.aspx - scroll down to "Student / non-professional". Don't worry, they don't bite. They're used to enthusiasts applying.

 

[SS4]

AFAIK you're not allowed to use flash.

 

[Daniel]

You're allowed to take photos. Not of security stuff such as CCTV cameras. No flash. No tripods. Monopods are questionable too. Don't be silly and block corridors. You don't really need the amateur permit unless you're doing something like a student film. If you're worried about being challenged you can get one. I've had the fee waived before too. You don't really need to sign in with the supervisor if you're an amateur. Again if you're worried, best thing is probably to speak to the CSA on the dateline and say you've got a ticket but you'll be taking some photos of the trains for a while. He'll probably radio the supervisor and let him know. If you go and see the supervisor yourself the procedure is to sign you in as a visitor, which is unnecessary.

 

[stuartmoss]

Last time I was in 'that London' I just asked one of the staff on the station if it was OK if I filmed for 10 minutes, and he said yes no problem. i think if you are dipping in and out of lots of stations it's quite easy really.

 

[Peter Mugridge]

Yes, a few minutes is certainly no problem - I would definitely advise the use of the permit if you plan to spend a long time in one place, though.

If you can find an overbridge or footpath with a view of one of the lines, of course, no permit is required for taking advantage of that.

 

[Harlesden]

You're allowed to take photos. Not of security stuff such as CCTV cameras. No flash. No tripods. Monopods are questionable too. Don't be silly and block corridors. You don't really need the amateur permit unless you're doing something like a student film. If you're worried about being challenged you can get one. I've had the fee waived before too. You don't really need to sign in with the supervisor if you're an amateur. Again if you're worried, best thing is probably to speak to the CSA on the dateline and say you've got a ticket but you'll be taking some photos of the trains for a while. He'll probably radio the supervisor and let him know. If you go and see the supervisor yourself the procedure is to sign you in as a visitor, which is unnecessary.

Normally if you're a non-passenger spending time on a station, you need to sign in with the SS for your own safety in the event of an emergency or emergency evacuation. If asked to evacuate the station, you assemble as the RVP along with station staff for a roll call.

 

[Daniel]

Normally if you're a non-passenger spending time on a station, you need to sign in with the SS for your own safety in the event of an emergency or emergency evacuation. If asked to evacuate the station, you assemble as the RVP along with station staff for a roll call.

By all means if you're a non passenger. I was referring to someone holding a travel card visiting London photting. In that situation you're a passenger.