Stalactite’s in central London

If like me you were thought in geography that stalactite’s only form in deep dark caves over 1000′s years, then your geography teacher might be in for a surprise if they visit Tottenham Court Road Tube Station.

Visitors who look up while exiting the station via the south east exit to the underpass will see stalactite’s forming on the ceiling. Where you get stalactite, you also get stalagmites although those tend to be more worn by the visitors leaving the station every day.

Admittedly this doesn’t say much for the maintenance of the underpass, but sometimes it’s worth forgiving budget cuts when they give nature a little helping hand.

Other attractions around Charring Cross