Take a stroll down newly-pedestrianised Oxford Street
Author: bbc.co.ukPublished on: October 26, 2026Country: United Kingdom
Society & Lifestyle

Almost a kilometre of Oxford Street, the famous shopping area in central London, is now pedestrian-only. The first phase of a major overhaul is expected to be completed by spring 2027. London Mayor Sadiq Khan called the move the “end of decline” for the street and said more trees, seats and public squares would follow next year. BBC reporter Graham Satchell visited the pedestrianised section for a stroll.
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