Category Archives: Seaton Tramway

Seaton Tramway wins Welcome Accolade from Visit England

The Seaton Tramway has become the only attraction in Devon to be awarded the Visit England Welcome Accolade. Given to attractions that give visitors a genuinely excellent welcome its for those teams that will go the extra mile to ensure … Continue reading

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A change for Seaton 9

This article has been updated since original publication The trams which now operate on the Seaton Tramway – and when they ran in Eastbourne before the move along the coast – are no stranger to changing their looks. And its … Continue reading

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Modern Electric Tramway seek to increase board members

Modern Electric Tramways – the charity who operate Seaton Tramway – are looking to strengthen their board membership to help with their continued development in the coming years. They want to increase numbers, knowledge, understanding and representation on the board … Continue reading

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They’ve Run in 2023!

Having last taken a look at which heritage trams have run in passenger service in British Isles during 2023 at the start of June you’d think almost three months later that there may be quite a few changes? In this … Continue reading

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What’s New on British Trams Online? 6th August 2023

This week a double helping of photos come from the Seaton Tramway and London Tramlink:

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In Pictures: Busy and warm at the Seaton Tramway!

The Seaton Tramway in Devon runs on a unique gauge in the UK with a fleet of purpose built trams and some which have been converted from original first generation vehicles. When the weather is good it’s the purpose built … Continue reading

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What’s New on British Trams Online? 18th June 2023

Down to the Seaton Tramway for this week’s set of photos:

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They’ve Run in 2023!

Its time for another update of which heritage trams have run in passenger service across the British Isles during 2023. Since our last update there have been more trams running for the first time as we enter a period of … Continue reading

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Trams on TV!

What’s that saying about London buses? You wait ages for one to turn up and then three arrive? Well, the same could be said of trams on television as the past week or so has seen not one, not two … Continue reading

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The Polar Express Tram Ride back at the Seaton Tramway this Christmas!

Yes, we know its only just May and we haven’t even reached summer, let alone autumn or winter!, and you probably really don’t want to think about Christmas but in case you like to be prepared and are looking for … Continue reading

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Seaton Tramway team attend FEDECRAIL Conference in Austria

Members of the team at the Seaton Tramway have recently attended the annual FEDECRAIL Conference in Austria. Bringing together heritage railways and tramways from across Europe the conference allowed attendees from across Europe to discuss a range of topics including … Continue reading

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Coronation Boat Tram Special at the Seaton Tramway!

The Seaton Tramway will be running a Coronation Boat Tram Special on Coronation day with tickets available now to book your place on tram no. 4 for these trips. The tram will make five departures from Seaton Station during the … Continue reading

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They’ve Run in 2023!

With more trams continuing to enter service for the first time this year we take another look at which heritage trams have run during 2023 so far. The aim is to feature all tramways within the British Isles and to … Continue reading

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Winter maintenance completed at the Seaton Tramway

With the Seaton Tramway now running daily until the end of October the winter closure period probably already seems a long way away but its now been confirmed that all their planned maintenance has been completed which will allow the … Continue reading

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Seaton Tramway staff complete inclusivity and accessibility training

Staff at the Seaton Tramway have recently completed inclusivity and accessibility training sessions. The programme aims to provide the staff with the necessary skills and knowledge to make the tramway more accessible and inclusive for all visitors. It was developed … Continue reading

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They’ve Run in 2023!

With Crich, the Manx Electric Railway and Statfold Barn Railway now having started running for the year and joining the likes of Beamish, Blackpool and the Wirral Heritage Tramway we have our first round-up of which heritage trams have operated … Continue reading

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Half price tickets at Seaton Tramway for National Lottery Open Week

Adult Explorer tickets will be available for half price on selected dates between Saturday 18th and Sunday 26th March at the Seaton Tramway as part of National Lottery Open Week. Anyone with a valid National Lottery ticket (digital or physical), … Continue reading

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Seaton Tramway triumphs with two awards at Devon Tourism Awards

Its starting to become a bit of a habit for the Seaton Tramway. Every time they go to an awards ceremony they come home with more accolades and that is exactly what happened on 2nd February as they secured two … Continue reading

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Winter maintenance underway at Seaton

The Seaton Tramway only have a short period in the year without any trams running and whilst it may seem that is downtime for the staff it is very much busy with various maintenance tasks taking place. This includes both … Continue reading

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Dinosaurs invade Seaton again!

After a sell out event in 2022 the Dinosaur Adventure Show will be returning to the Seaton Tramway this February! Featuring Britain’s Got Talent semi-finalist Chris Roberts, known as Ranger Chris, this event will see dinosaurs roaming around the crowd … Continue reading

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