A Tube enthusiast’s imaginative map of Surrey has sparked confusion online, with many mistaking it for an actual council proposal.
Camberley: A Tube fan named Lara Vaughan has created a map that shows what Surrey would look like if it were part of the Underground. It’s pretty cool!
She’s taken towns and villages in Surrey and put them on a colorful Tube-style map. It’s a fun twist since Surrey isn’t actually on the Tube network, even though parts of it are near London.
When Lara shared her creation online, some folks thought it was a real proposal from the council. Can you imagine? They were pretty upset about it!
Lara, who’s 23 and works as a network technician, got into the Tube scene during her teenage years. She loved visiting London with her family and friends, and the Tube map became a symbol of her dreams.
Now, she’s taken her passion to the next level with this “Surrey County Metro” map. It features 12 lines and dozens of stations, all inspired by the real Underground network.
Some of the line names are pretty clever, like Turing and Magna Carta, which reflect Surrey’s history. It’s fascinating how she’s tied in local culture!
While most feedback has been positive, some people were upset when their village didn’t make the cut. It’s all about the zoom level she used on Google Maps, but hey, you can’t please everyone!
Lara got a kick out of the comments from people who thought their council tax was funding this project. She found it hilarious that they were so mad over something that was just a fun idea.
Overall, the response has been great. People are chatting about how much easier their commutes would be and sharing memories of their favorite local spots.
She enjoyed researching Surrey’s history for the map, which is something she didn’t get to do with her previous fictional maps. It’s nice to see the community come together over something creative!
Lara’s love for the Tube has only grown, especially during the pandemic when she started watching YouTube videos about it. She’s a real enthusiast now!
Even though she’s a fan of the design and history of the Tube, she admits it’s not just about the trains for her. She loves the unique features of each station and even takes pictures of the art she finds.
In a funny twist, she once tried to race the lift at Covent Garden and ended up regretting it. Talk about a humbling experience!
The Tube has been around for over 160 years, and it still captures the hearts of many. Just last year, another map enthusiast created a circular Tube map, saying the official one is a bit cluttered.
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