Daily Archives: Friday 26 August 2016

Horse tram stables put up for sale

Posted on Friday 26 August 2016 by Gareth Prior

The historic Summer Hill stables, home to the trammers of the Douglas Bay Horse Tramway since 1877, have been put up for sale by Douglas Borough Council. Although not an unexpected move it is still disappointing that such an historic … Continue reading →

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St Peter’s Square to reopen on Sunday 28th August

Posted on Friday 26 August 2016 by Gareth Prior

It has been confirmed – that subject to final testing and commissioning – a full tram service will resume through St Peter’s Square on Sunday 28th August bringing to an end a 14 month closure of the stop. Major rebuilding … Continue reading →

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Find out about destination blinds with Peter Watts

Posted on Friday 26 August 2016 by Gareth Prior

On 1st September destination blind guru Peter Watts will be presenting the monthly Fylde Tramway Society meeting at Wing’s Club, Victoria Road West, Cleveleys. Titled A Blind Approach: Blackpool tram blinds from 1960 Peter will be covering not only historical … Continue reading →

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