Daily Archives: Sunday 28 February 2021

Trams in Video: Manchester Metrolink 2008-2012

Posted on Sunday 28 February 2021 by Gareth Prior

Today we are off to Manchester for footage of the Metrolink system, mainly taken between 2008 and 2012 plus some extra archive film from 2001. All three classes of tram which ran on Metrolink in this period are featured including … Continue reading →

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Calls made to Government for continued transport support

Posted on Sunday 28 February 2021 by Gareth Prior

Local politicians in the north-east have joined other leaders of City Regions across England in writing to the Government asking for a commitment to extra support for transport – including the Tyne and Wear Metro. As things stand at the … Continue reading →

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Lockdown Walks: Blackpool Balloon 700

Posted on Sunday 28 February 2021 by Gareth Prior

In this edition of “Lockdown Walks” we take a rare look at a more heritage tram as we find ourselves in Blackpool.

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What’s New on British Trams Online? 28th February 2021

Posted on Sunday 28 February 2021 by Gareth Prior

There is a double helping of photos this week as we head back in time to 2003 and 2004 on the Isle of Man as well as taking another look at the current trackworks in Blackpool:

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