Daily Archives: Sunday 4 June 2023

Manchester Metrolink Then & Now: Hardy Lane

Posted on Sunday 4 June 2023 by Gareth Prior

Today we start a new series, “Manchester Metrolink Then & Now”. In this series we will be taking a look at sections of the Metrolink route before the tracks were laid and more recently after services had begun. With thanks … Continue reading →

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Crane dismantled at old Wilko’s site in Blackpool…

Posted on Sunday 4 June 2023 by Gareth Prior

At the start of this year we ran an article on the “race” to extensions opening in Blackpool, Edinburgh and on the West Midlands Metro. Over recent months we’ve had regular updates from Edinburgh (opening 7th June) and the West … Continue reading →

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Metro drivers give thumbs up to new trains

Posted on Sunday 4 June 2023 by Gareth Prior

Two of the Tyne and Wear Metro drivers involved in the testing of the new Stadler trains have given a resounding positive reflection on the quality of the trains. John Doughty and Chris Mongan were there on the first tests … Continue reading →

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What’s New on British Trams Online? 4th June 2023

Posted on Sunday 4 June 2023 by Gareth Prior

We head to the Isle of Man for this week’s set of photos:

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