Author Archives: Gareth Prior

They’ve Run in 2026 – Meet the Trams: National Tramway Museum – Newcastle 102

Posted on Sunday 19 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

This is another edition of “Meet the Trams” and it’s the last tram which has run in passenger service during 2026 (at least for now) that we feature tonight – Newcastle 102.

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Old Metro track recycled for new South Tyneside war memorial

Posted on Sunday 19 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

Old track which was once used on the Tyne and Wear Metro has been donated to create a new memorial to British soldiers who served in the Far East during World War Two.

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NET commit to improving services at Light Rail Conference

Posted on Sunday 19 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

We’ve already reported on the Light Rail Conference which took place in Nottingham during June as the event celebrated 20 years by looking back at achievements in the sector whilst also looking forward to what the future may bring. With … Continue reading →

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UKTram renew partnership with Women in Transport

Posted on Sunday 19 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

UKTram have confirmed that they have renewed their partnership with Women in Transport, for a fourth consecutive year. The renewed partnership demonstrates UKTram’s ongoing commitment to attracting and developing talent in the light rail sector and supporting initiatives that help … Continue reading →

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Funding released for development work on new tram stop in Nottingham

Posted on Saturday 18 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

The East Midlands Combined Authority (EMCA) have released funding which is set to go towards additional development work on a proposed extra tram stop on Nottingham Express Transit. The tram stop would be built at the city end of Nottingham … Continue reading →

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What’s New on British Trams Online? 18th July 2026

Posted on Saturday 18 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

Photos this week from London Trams:

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Around the World in Trams: Mattapan Line 3268

Posted on Saturday 18 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

We carry on with “Around the World in Trams” as we are still in the USA on the Mattapan Line.

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Supertram announce the start of another summer of major renewal works

Posted on Saturday 18 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) since they took back public control, but this summer will again see major renewal works taking place on the Supertram network. Full details have been announced of the first set of works whilst it … Continue reading →

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Own Your Summer with West Midlands Metro

Posted on Saturday 18 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

West Midlands Metro have started an Own Your Summer campaign as they encourage people to use the tram to get around as we approach the main summer holidays. The tram offers an easy way to get around the local area … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: 125 breaks down at Hillsborough

Posted on Friday 17 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

South Yorkshire Supertram were unable to serve either Malin Bridge or Middlewood for a time on Wednesday 15th July 2026 following the failure of 125. Whilst the tram was repaired to be moved away from the scene all services on … Continue reading →

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Metro Airport line to close for upgrades

Posted on Friday 17 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

The Tyne and Wear Metro will be closed for nine days between the Airport and South Gosforth in August to allow more upgrade work to take place. As part of Nexus’ continued approach to complete as much work as possible … Continue reading →

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Picture in Time: Croydon Tramlink 2543

Posted on Friday 17 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

We have another edition of “Picture in Time” for you this evening and we again take a look at a red and white tram running on Croydon Tramlink.

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In Pictures: On board Sheffield 513

Posted on Thursday 16 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

In this article we get on board Sheffield 513 at the East Anglia Transport Museum as we feature a few internal views taken by Bryan Grint.

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Replica Metro train returns in city centre play zone

Posted on Thursday 16 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

Over the past few years Tiny Toon has popped up in Newcastle City Centre as a mini play village for children to explore during their summer holidays. It has included a replica new Metro train and that will be the … Continue reading →

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UKTram supports Supertram event management

Posted on Thursday 16 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

One of the huge advantages of tram and light rail networks is their ability to move large crowds of people in a short space of time. That is no more noticeable than before and after major events, whether that be … Continue reading →

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Extra trams to run for rugby at Murrayfield

Posted on Wednesday 15 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

Saturday 18th July 2026 will see Scotland’s rugby team return to Murrayfield Stadium as they take on Fiji in a match which is part of the Nations Championship, and to help get fans to the match Edinburgh Trams will be … Continue reading →

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UKTram to deliver another Overhead Line Equipment training course

Posted on Wednesday 15 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

Earlier this year UKTram and Skill Step Training partnered to deliver a successful Overhead Line Equipment (OLE) training course, and to build on this another course will take place in August 2026. The programme is designed to strengthen skills, safety … Continue reading →

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Tram shortages continue to impact Nottingham Express Transit

Posted on Tuesday 14 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

Anyone who ever happens to look at the social media accounts of Nottingham Express Transit will see regular mention of service cancellations with not many days going by where there aren’t at least some services removed from the timetable. In … Continue reading →

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West Midlands Metro service changes

Posted on Tuesday 14 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

There will be changes to services running on the West Midlands Metro on various dates during July and August 2026. This will allow both overhead upgrade works to continue as well as road resurfacing on Bilston Road to take place.

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LRSSB annual report highlights important milestones achieved

Posted on Tuesday 14 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

A new report has revealed that the Light Rail Safety and Standards Board (LRSSB) has delivered an estimated £33 million in added value to the light rail sector.

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