Monthly Archives: August 2017

Picture in Time: Docklands Light Railway 87

Posted on Saturday 5 August 2017 by Gareth Prior

The Docklands Light Railway is the subject of the latest instalment of Picture in Time as we head back to 2009 for another photo.

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Latest RAIB reports into Tramlink derailment released

Posted on Friday 4 August 2017 by Gareth Prior

As the Rail Accident Investigation Branch continue their investigation into the tragic derailment at Sandilands on 9th November 2016 they have released their latest update. This time the update includes some draft recommendations to allow both Tram Operations Limited (operator … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: Work continues on Bilston Road

Posted on Friday 4 August 2017 by Gareth Prior

The track replacement work on Bilston Road is still going on disrupting Midland Metro services but good progress does still seem to be being made and the chance is also being taken to install the junction between the current line … Continue reading →

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Nurse of the Year names her tram

Posted on Friday 4 August 2017 by Gareth Prior

The latest recipient of Nottingham’s Nurse of the Year, Christina O’Loughlin, has unveiled her name on the side of Citadis 220 in a special ceremony at Wilkinson Street Depot. Student Nurse Christina was the guest of honour at the ceremony … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday Docklands Light Railway!

Posted on Friday 4 August 2017 by Gareth Prior

Officially opened by HM The Queen in the summer of 1987 the Docklands Light Railway is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. A much changed network to the original 11 train, 15 stop line the DLR has helped to kick … Continue reading →

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Purple route back to normal

Posted on Friday 4 August 2017 by Gareth Prior

After several weeks of disruption the Purple route returned to full tram operation from Wednesday 2nd August. On Mondays to Saturdays only early morning and evening services were operated by tram due to tram shortages with a replacement bus in … Continue reading →

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Picture in Time: A view inside Rigby Road Depot

Posted on Thursday 3 August 2017 by Gareth Prior

Today we take a peek inside Rigby Road Depot once again to see what treasures we can find as part of the Picture in Time series.

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In Pictures: Oxford Bus Museum – Gloucester Horse Tram no. 1

Posted on Wednesday 2 August 2017 by Gareth Prior

Another tram which doesn’t often get much publicity can be found at the Oxford Bus Museum; this is a Gloucester Horse Car but it is currently masquerading in an Oxford livery.

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In Pictures: Brush car 623 at Starr Gate

Posted on Wednesday 2 August 2017 by Andrew Waddington

Starr Gate Depot at Blackpool remains fairly rare territory for members of the heritage fleet, but on 1st August visiting Brush Railcoach 623 headed into the modern building for the first time in its life – indeed the last time … Continue reading →

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Purple Tram Fridays come to Crich

Posted on Wednesday 2 August 2017 by Gareth Prior

Blackpool Jubilee 762 is certainly a tram that polarises opinion but has proven to be popular with children thanks to its old Nickelodeon Land all over advert with various cartoon characters including Spongebob Squarepants on the ends. Over the past … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: Horse Tram Day at Crich

Posted on Wednesday 2 August 2017 by Gareth Prior

Monday 31st July was the latest opportunity for visitors to enjoy the delights of a horse drawn tram at Crich with Joseph once again being used to haul Sheffield 15 between Town End and the Depot crossover. The day also … Continue reading →

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Picture in Time: Oporto 273

Posted on Tuesday 1 August 2017 by Gareth Prior

In this edition of Picture in Time we are back at the Crich Tramway Village for a view of Oporto 273 shortly after arriving at the museum before it underwent its extensive restoration.

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