Edinburgh Trams bike trial to be extended

The trial of carrying bikes on Edinburgh Trams is to be extended for a further month following a successful trial during May. On average 10 bikes a day have been carried on the trams with a third of all journeys starting at York Place. The extended trial period will take place until the end of June and bikes can continue to be carried between 0500 and 0730, 0930 and 1600 and 1830 to 2300 Monday to Friday and all day Saturday and Sunday except for the period between 18 and 23 June due to other events in the area.