A few weeks ago we featured some images of rail replacement work in Sheffield with the old Hillsborough Depot on Holme Lane in the background and now we take a closer look at the remaining sections of the structure which was last used in 1954.
Originally opening in 1877 it was initially used by horse trams before being converted for the storage of electric trams. It was expanded to eight tracks in 1914 and remained in this format until April 1954 when it was closed. The main structure was then demolished but the entrance was retained and as seen in the following photos was used as part of the Tramways Medical Centre – and its not the only relic from the old tram system which remains here.
I have just had a look on Google Maps which shows the entrance as it is now I take it the short section of track is further in the yard?