Arriving In London

When you arrive in London you may be fortunate enough to be transported to your housing. If not, then don’t be alarmed. Anglo American will advise you as to where you will need to collect your keys. Below is some basic arrival information.

Gatwick airport

The tube does not go out to Gatwick, which is some 30 miles to the South East of London. Therefore to come into central London you have a number of different options:

• Taxi – A taxi from the airport is going to cost you a substantial amount of money, in some instances over £100.00. If you are going to get a taxi always get a black licensed taxi. You may encounter unmarked cars at the airport, calling themselves mini-cabs, and claiming to be cheaper than a taxi. Beware! They are acting illegally. Anglo American can assist you in arranging a driver to pick you up from the airport.  We work closely with a company who we are able to recommend: Executive Classic Cars.  To pre-book a taxi please call them on +44 (0) 20 7229 1234 or see their website www.londonclassiccars.com

• The Gatwick Express – The Gatwick Express is a high-speed service from London Gatwick to Victoria Station. It takes approximately 30 minutes. More information can be found at www.gatwickexpress.com

• South Eastern Trains – If you are looking to take a cheaper public transport option then you can use South Eastern trains. They leave from the same platforms as the Gatwick Express, so make sure you are getting the correct train. They take slightly longer depending on how many stations they are stopping at. More information can be found at www.southernrailway.com

• Thameslink Trains – These are similar to South Eastern Trains, but go to either Kings Cross or London Bridge. For more information see www.thameslink.co.uk

• National Express – There is a coach service from London Gatwick to Central London, which takes approximately 90 minutes. Please refer to the website http://www.nationalexpress.com/home.aspx

• Easy Bus.  Easy Bus offer a cheap transfer service from Gatwick, Luton and Stansted to Central London.  The further you book in advance, the cheaper it is.  In some instances fares can be found for as little as £2.00 one way.  To book go to http://www.easybus.co.uk