In this latest pictorial update on the construction of the Blackpool Tramway extension up Talbot Road to Blackpool North Railway Station we concentrate on recent progress up at the former Wilko’s site. Photos from Peter Dockerty.
After the flurry of activity in the initial laying of tracks a few weeks ago it appears at first glance that little progress has been made more recently although if you take a closer look it’s a slightly different picture. Since the tracks were first put down they have been “floating” in mid air but a wire mesh has now been installed under the rails in preparation for the pouring of concrete to firmly keep the track in position. Further up the line and there remains some prep work to be done in levelling the surface to allow the last of the rail to be installed.