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Last Updated Sunday 11th May 2008

Listed on this page are events taking place either to do with or actually based on the tramways of the UK, including the special events taking place at locations such as the Crich Tramway Village and Seaton Tramway. All information is given in good faith and was correct at the time of uploading, however you are advised to check with the relevant organisation before travelling (links to websites giving official up-to-date information is given at the bottom of the page). If you know of any event not listed on this page please email.


May 2008
Date Event Location
Saturday 17th & Sunday 18th Merseyside Toy and Model Show at Pacific Road Theatre Birkenhead: Trams will be running between Woodside Ferry and Pacific Road and Pacific Road and Taylor Street - Saturday from 1200 until 1600 and Sunday from 1100 until 1600 Birkenhead Tramway
Sunday 18th Manchester L53 Running Day: Northwest and Stockport Event: Vintage bus service will also run to Manchester Museum of Transport Heaton Park Tramway

June 2008
Date Event Location
Saturday 7th 14th Annual Vintage Vehicle Rally: "Fair Field", Umborne Bridge, Colyton and Colyton Station. A fantastic day out to see a variety of vintage cars, commercial vehicles, motorcycles, trade stands and lots more. Seaton Tramway
Sunday 8th Tramathon: A rare opportunity to see all the working trams running. Crich Tramway Village
Sunday 8th Gala Day: Open Enjot a Tram Driving Experience, guided Depot Visits and Photo Stops. A great day out for all the family. Seaton Tramway
Saturday 14th & Sunday 15th The Jazz Years: A celebration of the 1920s and 1930s. Crich Tramway Village
Sunday 15th Father's Day: Enjoy a Tram Driving Experience. Seaton Tramway
Saturday 21st Teddy Bear Day: Birkenhead Tramway
Sunday 22nd Totally Transport: Blackpool's Great Promenade Motor Show. With trams running through to Starr Gate, lots of trade stalls and vehicles on display Totally Transport has become one of the must see events of the year. Further details on the event here. New South Promenade, Blackpool
Sunday 29th 1950s Weeekend: A gala of 1950s music, cars and styles bring the Village to life. Crich Tramway Village

July 2008
Date Event Location
Saturday 5th & Sunday 6th Edwardian Weekend: Relieve the Edwardian period with soldiers, suffragettes, civilians and period vehicles - plus the only chance of 2008 to ride on our horse tram. Crich Tramway Village
Saturday 12th Wallasey Tram Day: Wallasey Tram No78 will be running between Woodside Ferry, Pacific Road and Taylor Street from 1300 to 1700. There will be illustrated talks on the heydays of the Wallasey tram system. The talks will be held at Taylor Street Depot, starting at 1400 and 1500. Birkenhead Tramway
Saturday 12th Barbecue and Jazz Evening: Tramtop Restaurant, Colyton Station with the Coly River Jazz Band. Enjoy a dance on the platform or just relax with a local jazz band. 1930 to 2230. Seaton Tramway
Sunday 13th Leylands at Crich: A wonderful opportunity to see some unique Leyland vehicles. Crich Tramway Village
Sunday 13th Bus Event 2008: A Visiting Buses and Coaches will be on display and in service covering the 1940’s to the present day. Attractions will include free bus services to Lowestoft and Beccles. A photo route will also operate to allow pictures to be taken in the settings around the local area. This will be an Event not to missed with plenty of free bus rides to be had! East Anglian Transport Museum
Saturday 19th Manchester L53 Running Day: Festival of Model Tramways: Vintage bus service will also run to Manchester Museum of Transport to link with the Festival of Model Tramways - details below Heaton Park Tramway
Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th Festival of Model Tramways: Now in its twentieth year, the Festival features the highest quality model tramway layouts and displays. There are sales stands to supply the modeller with all the necessary materials, kits, drawings, photographs, books etc., for model tram building. There is a competition, with a trophy given for the best model tram of the show (no competition entry fee, just bring along your models). Admission prices £6 (adult), £5.50 (senior) and free for under 16s (if accompanied). Open 1000 to 1700 both days. Further details can be found here. Museum of Transport, Manchester
Sunday 20th Mini Meet: The essential date for Mini owners with special rates for pre-booked Minis, trade stalls, street parades and lots more. Crich Tramway Village
Sunday 20th Fleetwood Transport Festival: Fleetwood Transport Festival takes place throughout the entire length of Fleetwood`s main street, and is unique in the fact that Fleetwood has the only original main street Electric Tramway still running in the British Isles after more than 100 years. Also known as Tram Sunday, is an annual event. It is a Vintage / Special Interest Festival, yet one unique amongst such gatherings. Fleetwood

August 2008
Date Event Location
Friday 1st Meet Professor Fumble: Colyton Station 1230 to 1430. Magic, Balloon animals and lots more. Seaton Tramway
Sunday 3rd Emergency Vehicles Day: Ambulances, fire engines and Police cars from days gone by gather for a nostalgic parade. Crich Tramway Village
Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th 1940s Weekend: Relieve the Home Front with rationing and air raids. Special reduced rates for those in forties costume. This is a Premier Event (additional admission price) Crich Tramway Village
Sunday 10th Lunchtime with "Rooting Around": Colyton Station. Listen to a mixture of songs and tunes, both traditional and modern. 1300 to 1500. Seaton Tramway
Saturday 16th Punch & Judy Show with The Puppetree Company: Show times 1100, 1200, 1400 and 1500. A celebration of new and traditional routines featuring all the favourite characters. Animal Balloons and lots more at Colyton Station. Seaton Tramway
Sunday 17th Rover SD1 Owners Club National Day Crich Tramway Village
Friday 22nd Meet Professor Fumble: Colyton Station 1230 to 1430. Magic, Balloon Animals and lots more. Seaton Tramway
Sunday 24th & Monday 25th Transport Extravaganza: A true celebration of transport with hundreds of exhibits, stalls and models. Vehicle convoys parade down Tramway Street. Fairground rides and family entertainment. This is a Premier Event (additional admission price) Crich Tramway Village
Saturday 30th Birkenhead Tram Day: Birkenhead Tram No20 will be running between Woodside Ferry, Pacific Road and Taylor Street from 1300 to 1700. There will be illustrated talks on the original Birkenhead Tramway System and how things run today on the Birkenhead Heritage Tramway. Talks will be held at Taylor Street Depot at 1400 and 1500. Birkenhead Tramway
Saturday 30th Seaton Carnival Procession: Seaton Tramway
Sunday 31st Lunchtime with "Rooting Around" : Colyton Station. Listen to a mixture of songs and tunes, both traditional and modern. 1300 to 1500. Seaton Tramway

September 2008
Date Event Location
Friday 5th Meet Professor Fumble: Colyton Station. 1230 to 1430. Magic, Balloon Animals and lots more. Seaton Tramway
Sunday 7th Beetle Drive: A Volkswagen event with a difference. See a host of old and new Beetles, camper vans, trade stalls, street parades, Show n Shine and children's entertainment. Special rate for pre-booked vehicles. Crich Tramway Villagey
Sunday 7th Manchester L53 Running Day: Trans Lancs Vehicle Rally: Also model trams in the depot Heaton Park Tramway
Sunday 7th Grandparents Day: A day to remember - take away a memory. Photographer available at Colyton Station. Seaton Tramway
Saturday 13th Colyton Carnival Seaton Tramway
Saturday 13th & Sunday 14th Trollybus Weekend 2008: As usual the last event of the season will see the Museum open until 9pm on the Saturday evening to allow after dark rides on the Trolleybuses and Trams to take place. All available trolleys will be in use during the weekend, visiting classic and vintage vehicles will also be attending. Free vintage bus services will operate from both Lowestoft and Beccles during the weekend. This is also the busiest weekend of the year so come and enjoy the fun! East Anglian Transport Museum
Sunday 14th Classic Ford Day: A celebration of Classic Fords with special rates for pre-booked vehicles, trade stalls, street parades and lots more. Crich Tramway Village
Saturday 27th Enthusiasts Day: A dream date for tram enthusiasts with behind the scenes tours, vintage film footage and works cars. Free bus link from Whatstandwell Railway Station. Crich Tramway Village
Saturday 27th Colyford Goose Fair Seaton Tramway

October 2008
Date Event Location
Sunday 5th Tram & Bus Show: Birkenhead Tramway
Friday 24th to Sunday 26th Merseyside Model Railway Show : Pacific Road Theatre, Birkenhead. Enhanced Tram Service. ( Further Details to Follow ). Birkenhead Tramway
Saturday 25th Starlight Halloween: A Halloween spectacular with illunminations, witches, ghosts and trams in the dark. Open until 2100, last admission 1800. Crich Tramway Village
Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th End of Season Gala Weekend: Enjoy a Tram Driving Experience, Guided Depot Visits and lots more for all the family. Seaton Tramway
Sunday 26th Red October Day: A celebration of Eastern Bloc vehicles including Trabants, Wartburgs and Tatras. Crich Tramway Village
Thursday 31st Ride the Halloween Tram of Terror - If You Dare: A lot of thrills and spills includes refreshments, fancy dress, competition prizes, entertainment with Professor Fumble plus fun and games at Colyton Station. Advance booking essential. Seaton Tramway

December 2008
Date Event Location
Wednesday 3rd Colyton's Christmas Fayre Seaton Tramway
Saturday 13th Santa Special: Birkenhead Tramway
Sunday 14th Santa Specials: Travel by tram from Seaton to Colyton to meet Santa at his grotto! Pre-booking essential. Seaton Tramway
Saturday 20th Santa Specials: Travel by tram from Seaton to Colyton to meet Santa at his grotto! Pre-booking essential. Seaton Tramway
Sunday 21st Santa Specials: Travel by tram from Seaton to Colyton to meet Santa at his grotto! Pre-booking essential. Seaton Tramway
Tuesday 23rd Santa Specials: Travel by tram from Seaton to Colyton to meet Santa at his grotto! Pre-booking essential. Seaton Tramway
Wednesday 24th Santa Specials: Travel by tram from Seaton to Colyton to meet Santa at his grotto! Pre-booking essential. Seaton Tramway

For further details of events at Birkenhead Tramway - click here.
For further details of events at Crich Tramway Village - click here.
For further details of events at Seaton Tramway - click here.


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