Daily Archives: Friday 16 July 2021

Introducing the Mini Manx Heritage Transport Festival!

Posted on Friday 16 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

The past 18 months have been a case of restrictions introduced, events cancelled or severely scaled back so its always nice to bring some positive news as Isle of Man Transport have confirmed that a three day Mini Manx Heritage … Continue reading →

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£56 million more committed by government to support English light rail

Posted on Friday 16 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

The Department for Transport have announced a further £56 million worth of funding for tram and light rail systems in England (outside of London) to help the operators continue to operate services as restrictions start to be eased across the … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: Wolverhampton City Centre extension

Posted on Friday 16 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

One of two extensions of the West Midlands Metro which are expected to open in the near future, the line to Wolverhampton Railway Station still has some work to be completed but after the opening of the second phase of … Continue reading →

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Picture in Time: Manchester Metrolink 1004

Posted on Friday 16 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

We move forward a little in time for this week’s modern tram edition of “Picture in Time” as it’s the first day of passenger services across Manchester City Centre.

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Lockdown Walks: West Midlands Metro 18

Posted on Friday 16 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

Its time for another “Lockdown Walk” with the West Midlands Metro the location again.

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