Sunday 22nd January 2012 @ Heaton Park Tramway
Launch of Brush Car 623
The Heaton Park Tramway will be opening from 1000 for rides on Stockport 5 and photo opportunities with the star of the day - Blackpool Brush 623 - including a view from outside the gates. 623 will then be officially launched at 1230 by a special guest and will then enter service for the first time in Manchester at 1300. In the afternoon there will be a tram cavalcade and all three trams (5, 623 and 765) in service. The day will also see the relaunch of the Depot appeal.

Monday 23rd January 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Guided Bird Watching Trip
Departing Seaton terminus at 0900 with a return at 1100. Led by expert Donald Campbell, a chance to see the bird life of the River Axe from the comfort of a tram. Costs £12.50 per person. Further details here.

Saturday 11th to Sunday 18th February @ Beamish - The Living Museum of the North
February Half Term Activities
Beamish will be remembering the Silksworth Colliery strike and evictions throughout this February half term with the Town, Pit Village, Colliery Yard and Tramway recreating the atmosphere and remembering those miners who were evicted from their homes by Lord Londonderry.

Saturday 18th February 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Guided Bird Watching Trip
Departing Seaton terminus at 0900 with a return at 1100. Led by expert Ian Waite, a chance to see the bird life of the River Axe from the comfort of a tram. Costs £12.50 per person. Further details here.

Sunday 19th February 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Guided Bird Watching Trip
Departing Seaton terminus at 0900 with a return at 1100. Led by expert Don Cotton, a chance to see the bird life of the River Axe from the comfort of a tram. Costs £12.50 per person. Further details here.

Saturday 3rd March 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Marie Curie Daffodil Day
A day in aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care. You can travel for just £1 return fare and donate the rest on the 1030, 1200, 1400 and 1530 departures from Seaton.

Saturday 17th March 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Guided Bird Watching Trip
Departing Seaton terminus at 0900 with a return at 1100. Led by expert Donald Campbell, a chance to see the bird life of the River Axe from the comfort of a tram. Costs £12.50 per person. Further details here.

Saturday 17th March 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
St Patrick's Day
Specials at the Tramstop restaurant at Colyton station throughout the day with Steak and Guiness Pie, Irish Stew and Colcannon.

Sunday 18th March 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Mother's Day
Make Mum feel extra special and treat her to a delicious roast lunch or afternoon tea at the Tramstop Restaurant, Colyton Station (pre-booking stronngly advised). Mum will also travel FREE all day.

Saturday 31st March 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Guided Bird Watching Trip
Departing Seaton terminus at 1700 with a return at 1900. Led by expert Ian Waite, a chance to see the bird life of the River Axe from the comfort of a tram. Costs £12.50 per person. Further details here.

Friday 6th April 2012 @ Blackpool Tramway
Opening of the Upgraded Tramway
It is expected that Good Friday 6th April 2012 will be the opening of the newly upgraded Blackpool Tramway with the Flexity2 tram's fully in charge. At this stage is not known whether it will just open with a wimper or whether there will be a ceremony. And as with everything of this nature delays could occur and the tramway might not even be ready to open (although it is hoped this will not happen!)

Friday 6th & Saturday 7th April 2012 @ East Anglia Transport Museum
Newcastle Trolleybus Days
A last chance to see Newcastle trolleybuses 501 (on loan from Beamish) and 628 operating together at Carlton Colville. In addition and as an added bonus these and other vehicles will be operating after dark services on the Saturday evening. The Museum will be open 1300-1700 on Friday 6th and 1300-2100 on Saturday 7th.

Friday 6th to Monday 9th April 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Easter Weeekend
No further details currently available.

Sunday 8th & Monday 9th April 2012 @ Crich Tramway Village
Easter 1940s Weeekend
Premier Event. One of the most popular events at Crich as they go back to the war years with military vehicles, soldiers and civilians. All guests handed an ID card and ration book on arrival to prevent spies. See the trams ready for war with street re-enactors throughout the day. New for 2011 is a weekend ticket for non re-enactors with a ticket available for the second day for just £5 (a saving of £8).

Sunday 8th April 2012 @ Manx Electric Railway
Easter Bunny
The Easter Bunny will be at Laxey Station handing out free chocolate eggs to those travelling by the MER and then continue up Snaefell for lunch at the summit. Information from Manx Electric Railway.co.uk.

Thursday 12th to Sunday 15th April @ Beamish - The Living Museum of the North
Great North Steam Fair
The first of Beamish's two big transport events of 2012 with lots of transport all over the site on the road, tramway and railways. A wide variety of vintage and veteran steam engines, motor cars, motorcycles, buses and stationary engines will be in action across the site. An intensive electric tramway service will operate including at least one historic visiting tramcar (early suggestions are that this might be Birkenhead 20 from the Merseyside Tramway Preservation Society). Also on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th April there will be the Beamish Museum Model Tramway Exhibition featuring many model tramways, further details on the exhibition can be found here.

Saturday 14th April 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Guided Bird Watching Trip
Departing Seaton terminus at 1700 with a return at 1900. Led by expert Ian Waite, a chance to see the bird life of the River Axe from the comfort of a tram. Costs £12.50 per person. Further details here.

Sunday 22nd April 2012 @ East Anglia Transport Museum
Classic & Vintage Day
A chance to see a huge variety of fasincating historic vehicles. A free vintage bus service will operate from central Lowestoft every 30 minutes and from Beccles every hour throughout the event. Anyone who owns a vintage or classic vehicle is welcome to come along and take part (please inform the Museum first though!)

Monday 23rd April 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
St George's Day
A specially themed menu at the Tramstop Restaurant, Colyton Station with Roast Beef Baguettes, Sausage and Beef.

Sunday 6th & Monday 7th May 2012 @ East Anglia Transport Museum
The London Event 2012
2012 marks 50 years since the London trolleybus system closed and 60 years since London's last traditional tram. To mark the occassion Carlton Colville will be having two days of London's Transport at its best with all available London trolleybuses and London HR2 1858 in service. There will also be some visiting London vehicles. Preserved London buses will be used on the Lowestoft and Beccles free bus service on both days. Museum open 1100-1700 both days.

Monday 7th May 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Driver's Eye Experience
A chance to drive a tram at the Seaton Tramway with one trip from Colyton to Colyford and return for the cost of £20 (plus £5 for a guest). Although not essential you are advised to pre-book to avoid disappointment (phone: 01297 20375).

Sunday 13th May 2012 @ Crich Tramway Village
Morris Minor Day
Vehicle displays, club stands and trade stands at the first of Crich's classic car days for 2012.

Sunday 13th May 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Guided Bird Watching Trip
Departing Seaton terminus at 1700 with a return at 1900. Led by expert Donald Campbell, a chance to see the bird life of the River Axe from the comfort of a tram. Costs £12.50 per person. Further details here.

Thursday 17th May 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Norway National Day
A specially themed menu at the Tramstop Restaurant, Colyton Station with meatballs, Gravad lax.

Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th May 2012 @ Crich Tramway Village
Classic Motorbike Weekend
A dream date for classic motorbike owners. Club stands, trade stands, street parades and lots more.

Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th May 2012 @ Manx Electric Railway
Swinging 60s
Take the MER to Laxey and step back to the 60s, with entertainment, music, memorabilia and vehicles from the era. Information from Manx Electric Railway.co.uk.

Sunday 27th May 2012 @ East Anglia Transport Museum
EATM at 40 Event
On 28th May the East Anglia Transport Museum originally opened to the public and to celebrate 40 years of the Museum a special one off event is planned. If you are 40 years old in 2012 you can even get reduced admission to the event. A free half hourly bus service will operate to and from Lowestoft. Musuem open 1100-1700.

Tuesday 29th May 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Guided Bird Watching Trip
Departing Seaton terminus at 1700 with a return at 1900. Led by expert Don Cotton, a chance to see the bird life of the River Axe from the comfort of a tram. Costs £12.50 per person. Further details here.

Saturday 2nd to Tuesday 5th June 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Queen's Diamond Jubilee
No further details available.

Sunday 3rd & Monday 4th June 2012 @ Crich Tramway Village
Beside the Seaside
Head to the seaside in the middle of Derbyshire! The Village is transformed into a family themed seaside resort with a beach area complete with buckets and spades.

Thursday 7th to Sunday 10th June @ Beamish - The Living Museum of the North
Georgian Fair
A traditional Georgian Country Fair will take place at Pockerley Waggonway with a whole host of traditional Georgian entertainment for all to enjoy.

Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th June 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Portugal National Day
Specially themed menu at the Tramstop Restaurant, Colyton Station with Tapas and Piri Piri.

Saturday 16th & Sunday 17th June 2012 @ East Anglia Transport Museum
Eastern Coach Works Event 2012
To commemorate the 25th anniversary of the building of the last bus at the Lowestoft Eastern Coach Works a special event is being held at Carlton Colville. It will include a gathering of ECW buses and coaches from around the UK as well as plenty of regular bus services to Lowestoft and Beccles plus free excursions to places of interest using a varity of ECW vehicles. Museum open 1300-1700 on Saturday 16th and 1030-1700 on Sunday 17th June.

Sunday 17th June @ Beamish - The Living Museum of the North
Beamish Reliability Run
The 42nd Beamish Safety and Reliability Trial is a 150 mile event for Vintage Cars, motorcycle and commercial vehicles registered before 1956. It starts and finishes at Beamish and should start to return to the Museum at 1530.

Sunday 17th June 2012 @ Manx Electric Railway
Dad's Day Out
Treat Dad to a great Fathers Day out on the Manx Electric Railway. Information from Manx Electric Railway.co.uk.

Sunday 17th June 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Father's Day - Driver's Eye Experience
As well as travelling for FREE, Dad can also enjoy one of Seaton's Driver's Eye Experiences from Colyton Station. This involves one return journey from Colyton to Colyford for £20 (plus £5 for any guests). Although you can turn up on the day, to avoid disappointment you are advised to pre-book (phone: 01297 20375).

Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th June 2012 @ Crich Tramway Village
1950s Weeekend
Premier Event. The clock is turned back to the Rock 'n' Roll years with vintage cars mingling alongside the trams, 1950s fashion, dancing and music.

Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th June 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Weekend Extravaganza - Trains, Buses and Trams
This weekend will include the official relaunch into service of tram 8 in a new Bristol based livery. No further details currently available.

Sunday 24th June 2012 @ New South Promenade & Ocean Boulevard, Blackpool
Totally Transport
The annual transport festival on New South Promenade in Blackpool featuring all kinds of transport. Full details to follow.

Saturday 30th June & Sunday 1st July May 2012 @ Manx Electric Railway
Victorian Extravaganza
A magnificent celebration on the unique, Victorian Manx Electric Railway with period entertainment. Information from Manx Electric Railway.co.uk.

Wednesday 4th July 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Independence Day
Specially themed menu at the Tramstop Restaurant, Colyton Station with Burgers and Fries, Hot Dogs.

Sunday 8th July 2012 @ Crich Tramway Village
London 60
A celebration of 60 years since the last London tram with a chance to ride on Crich's London tram collection.

Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th July @ Beamish - The Living Museum of the North
National Quoits Championship
Held in the Pit Village this is the the National Quoits Championships where between 20 and 50 competitors will play the game.

Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th July 2012 @ Crich Tramway Village
Edwardian Weeekend
Premier Event. The elegance and atmosphere of Edwardian Britain in the period 1901-1919 is celebrated over this weekend. This is usually the only chance during the year to ride on the Museum's horse tram.

Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th July 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Bastille Day
Specially themed menu at the Tramstop Restaurant, Colyton Station with Garlic Bread, Onion Soup, Brie Baguette.

Sunday 15th July 2012 @ Fleetwood
Fleetwood Festival of Transport
Also known as Tram Sunday and hopefully in 2012 might actually feature trams running on the rails! Full confirmation that this event will take place in 2012 has not yet been received and if it does take place it is unclear whether any "heritage" trams will be able to take part due to the new upgraded tramway.

Saturday 21st & Sunday 22nd July 2012 @ Manchester Museum of Transport
Festival of Model Tramways
The 24th annual premier event for the model tram enthusiast returns to its usual northern home in 2012. The festival features the highest quality model tramway layouts and displays with sales stands and a competition as well. There will be a free heritage bus service between Manchester Victoria station approach and the Festival with some also serving the Heaton Park Tramway. Opening times 1000-1700. Further details here.

Wednesday 25th to Sunday 29th July 2012 @ Isle of Man
Manx Heritage Transport Festival
Five days of vintage transport events featuring steam and electric railways, vintage bikes, classic cars, buses and more. Information from Manx Electric Railway.co.uk.

Friday 27th July 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Let the Games Begin
No further details currently available for this Olympic themed event.

Sunday 29th July 2012 @ Crich Tramway Village
Mini Meet
Lots of Minis in the Museum with club stands, trade stands and timed Mini parades.

Friday 3rd August 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Pirate Day
Travel on the "Seaton Pearl" (was tram 4 last year) to see what treasure you can find as the Pirates invade Devon!

Sunday 5th August 2012 @ Crich Tramway Village
Emergency Vehicles Day
Flashing blue lights, bells and sirens on a day celebrating the emergency services.

Monday 6th August 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Jamaica National Day
Specially themed menu at the Tramstop Restaurant, Colyton Station with Jerk Chicken all week. In addition there will be a Caribbean Evening at Colyton Station between 1930 and 2230 with delicious food plus lively entertainment with a difference. Tram will depart Seaton at 1900 returning at 2230. To book please contact Seaton Tramway on 01297 20375.

Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th August 2012 @ Crich Tramway Village
1940s Weeekend
Premier Event. One of the most popular events at Crich as they go back to the war years with military vehicles, soldiers and civilians. All guests handed an ID card and ration book on arrival to prevent spies. See the trams ready for war with street re-enactors throughout the day. New for 2011 is a weekend ticket for non re-enactors with a ticket available for the second day for just £5 (a saving of £8).

Sunday 12th August 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Guided Bird Watching Trip
Departing Seaton terminus at 1700 with a return at 1900. Led by expert Donald Campbell, a chance to see the bird life of the River Axe from the comfort of a tram. Costs £12.50 per person. Further details here.

Tuesday 14th August 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Support Cancer Research Day
A day in aid of Cancer Research, Travel for £1 return fare and dontate the rest on the 1020, 1140, 1420 and 1540 departures from Seaton.

Sunday 26th & Monday 27th August 2012 @ Crich Tramway Village
Alice in Woodland
Premier Event. Characters from Alice in Wonderland and Alice Through the Looking Glass will star over this weekend with the annual Vintage Transport Gathering also taking place.

Monday 27th August 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Bank Holiday Monday - Driver's Eye Experience
Based at Colyton Station, Seaton will be running their popular Driver's Eye Experiences on this day. This involves one return journey from Colyton to Colyford for £20 (plus £5 for any guests). Although you can turn up on the day, to avoid disappointment you are advised to pre-book (phone: 01297 20375).

Monday 27th August 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Guided Bird Watching Trip
Departing Seaton terminus at 1700 with a return at 1900. Led by expert Don Cotton, a chance to see the bird life of the River Axe from the comfort of a tram. Costs £12.50 per person. Further details here.

Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th September 2012 @ East Anglia Transport Museum
Trolleybus Gala Weekend
The East Anglia Transport Museum's popular end of season event - the Trolleybus Gala takes place over this weekend. All available trams, trolleybuses and motorbuses will be in service over the weekend and there will also be a gathering of visiting vintage and classic vehicles. A regular free bus service will operate to the Museum from both Lowestoft and Beccles during the weekend. Museum open 1300-2100 on Saturday 8th and 1030-1700 on Sunday 9th.

Saturday 8th September 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Guided Bird Watching Trip
Departing Seaton terminus at 1700 with a return at 1900. Led by expert Ian Waite, a chance to see the bird life of the River Axe from the comfort of a tram. Costs £12.50 per person. Further details here.

Sunday 9th September 2012 @ Crich Tramway Village
Classic Ford Day
A celebration of classic Fords.

Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th September 2012 @ Crich Tramway Village
Enthusiasts Tram Event / Glasgow 50
A commemoration of 50 years since Glasgow's last tram which should include Paisley 68 repainted in Glasgow's blue route livery as Glasgow 1068 and the return to operational condition of Glasgow 1282.

Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th September 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Mexico National Day
Specially themed menu at the Tramstop Restaurant, Colyton Station with Fajitas and Chilli Con Carne.

Sunday 23rd September 2012 @ Crich Tramway Village
Beetle Drive
A Volkswagen event with a difference.

Saturday 13th October 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Guided Bird Watching Trip
Departing Seaton terminus at 0900 with a return at 1100. Led by expert Don Cotton, a chance to see the bird life of the River Axe from the comfort of a tram. Costs £12.50 per person. Further details here.

Friday 19th October 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Pink Friday: Breast Cancer Awareness
In aid of Breast Cancer Care. Travel for £1 return fare and donate the rest on departures from Seaton at 1030, 1200, 1400 and 1530.

Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st October 2012 @ Crich Tramway Village
Models Weekend
A fantastic display of transport in miniature including model trams, railways, road transport and Meccano.

Sunday 21st October 2012 @ Crich Tramway Village
Red Oktober Day
Eastern Bloc vehicles from around the UK and overseas.

Monday 22nd to Wednesday 31st October 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Halloween Tram of Terror
The Tram of Terror will depart Seaton daily at 1030, 1200, 1330 and 1500. Also included in the ticket price is spooky entertainment, spooky food and a baddie bag (children only!). Pre-booking is advised (phone: 01297 20375).

Saturday 27th October 2012 @ Crich Tramway Village
Starlight Halloween
Premier Event. The vintage trams will be taking visitors on spooktacular rides as the Museum stages their one night only Starlight Halloween.

Saturday 27th October 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Guided Bird Watching Trip
Departing Seaton terminus at 0900 with a return at 1100. Led by expert Donald Campbell, a chance to see the bird life of the River Axe from the comfort of a tram. Costs £12.50 per person. Further details here.

Saturday 3rd November 2012 @ Manx Electric Railway
Winter Photography on the MER
Unique opportunities for winter photography on the Manx Electric Railway. Information from Manx Electric Railway.co.uk.

Friday 9th November 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Guided Bird Watching Trip
Departing Seaton terminus at 0900 with a return at 1100. Led by expert Ian Waite, a chance to see the bird life of the River Axe from the comfort of a tram. Costs £12.50 per person. Further details here.

Sunday 2nd December 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Visit Santa by Tram
A chance to travel by tram to see Santa at Colyton Station. Price includes return tram travel, seasonal refreshments including mulled wine and mince pies, a visit to Santa's grotto and a special present for children plus festive entertainment. Pre-booking is essential. Departures from Seaton at 1020, 1040, 1100, 1120, 1140, 1200, 1220, 1300, 1320, 1340 and 1400. Costs £9.95 for adults and OAPs, £7.95 for children 3-16 and £4.95 for under 3s.

Sunday 9th December 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Visit Santa by Tram
A chance to travel by tram to see Santa at Colyton Station. Price includes return tram travel, seasonal refreshments including mulled wine and mince pies, a visit to Santa's grotto and a special present for children plus festive entertainment. Pre-booking is essential. Departures from Seaton at 1020, 1040, 1100, 1120, 1140, 1200, 1220, 1300, 1320, 1340 and 1400. Costs £9.95 for adults and OAPs, £7.95 for children 3-16 and £4.95 for under 3s.

Sunday 16th December 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Visit Santa by Tram
A chance to travel by tram to see Santa at Colyton Station. Price includes return tram travel, seasonal refreshments including mulled wine and mince pies, a visit to Santa's grotto and a special present for children plus festive entertainment. Pre-booking is essential. Departures from Seaton at 1020, 1040, 1100, 1120, 1140, 1200, 1220, 1300, 1320, 1340 and 1400. Costs £9.95 for adults and OAPs, £7.95 for children 3-16 and £4.95 for under 3s.

Sunday 23rd & Monday 24th December 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Visit Santa by Tram
A chance to travel by tram to see Santa at Colyton Station. Price includes return tram travel, seasonal refreshments including mulled wine and mince pies, a visit to Santa's grotto and a special present for children plus festive entertainment. Pre-booking is essential. Departures from Seaton at 1020, 1040, 1100, 1120, 1140, 1200, 1220, 1300, 1320, 1340 and 1400. Costs £9.95 for adults and OAPs, £7.95 for children 3-16 and £4.95 for under 3s.

Friday 28th December 2012 @ Seaton Tramway
Guided Bird Watching Trip
Departing Seaton terminus at 0900 with a return at 1100. Led by expert Donald Campbell, a chance to see the bird life of the River Axe from the comfort of a tram. Costs £12.50 per person. Further details here.

Tuesday 1st January 2013 @ Seaton Tramway
New Year on the Tram
Seaton Tramway will be operating on the first day of 2013 and there will be a FREE glass of bubbly for adults and a soft drink for Children.