Oxford Street becomes traffic-free between Orchard Street and Great Portland Street
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Oxford Street becomes traffic-free between Orchard Street and Great Portland Street

1 hour ago · Originally published 26 Oct 2026 8/10 Original headline: Oxford Street pedestrianised with first images of London's iconic attraction
A one-kilometre stretch of London's busiest shopping street has been closed to all motorised vehicles, cycles, and scooters. By removing traffic, the city aims to revitalise the area for the half a million daily visitors and support the local economy ahead of the Christmas period.
Source: Manchester Evening News Greater London
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