April 2019 — Charlton railway station in southeast London sits along the North Kent Line and serves as a key commuter stop between Greenwich and Woolwich. The small, utilitarian station retains classic British Rail design elements, including simple platform shelters, iron fencing, and black-and-white signage introduced under National Rail branding. Behind the platform, a mix of mid-century flats and newer infill buildings reflects the area’s transition from industrial suburb to residential corridor. The station is managed by Southeastern, with frequent services connecting passengers to central London and the Thames Gateway region.