Daily Archives: Friday 5 July 2013

LUT 159 approved for service at Crich

Posted on Friday 5 July 2013 by Andrew Waddington

Following various adjustments and extensive testing, it is pleasing to confirm that London United Tramways 159 is due to re-enter service at Crich Tramway Village for the ‘Capital Weekend’ event, being held on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th July. This … Continue reading →

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Heritage Trams this week…

Posted on Friday 5 July 2013 by Gareth Prior

It’s that time of the week again when we bring you a round-up of when and where you can travel on heritage trams across the UK. Once again if you know of any errors or omissions please let us know … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: Stagecoach Supertram trackwork starts

Posted on Friday 5 July 2013 by Gareth Prior

The much talked about trackwork on the Stagecoach Supertram network has now commenced with the section of tramway between Spring Lane and Sheffield Tramway closed as from Sunday 30 June to allow a 12 week period of track relaying. The … Continue reading →

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New Midland Metro trams almost ready for delivery

Posted on Friday 5 July 2013 by Gareth Prior

The first of the 20 CAF built trams for Midland Metro is nearing completion in Spain and is expected to be delivered to Birmingham in September. The Urbos 3 vehicles are being constructed by CAF at their factory in Zaragoza … Continue reading →

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Bromley Council show support for DLR extension

Posted on Friday 5 July 2013 by Gareth Prior

Bromley Council have given their support towards extending the Docklands Light Railway to the town at a Council meeting following on from the Mayor of London Boris Johnson’s commitment to the line in the Mayor’s 2020 Vision. It is hoped … Continue reading →

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In pictures: Summer at Crich Tramway Village

Posted on Friday 5 July 2013 by Andrew Waddington

Today we feature a small selection of photos taken at Crich Tramway Village on a glorious Tuesday 25th June. This was a typical summer weekday at the museum with two trams in service, supplemented by the Access Tram as required. … Continue reading →

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