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Manchester Metrolink Then & Now: Withington

Posted on Sunday 12 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

In this edition of “Manchester Metrolink Then & Now” we take another look at how things were during construction and once trams were running at a location on the Metrolink network.

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Metrolink launch Christmas safety campaign

Posted on Sunday 12 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

As Christmas approaches (yes we know its only November but its coming round the corner!), Transport for Greater Manchester and Manchester Metrolink have launched a new safety campaign urging people to stay safe around trams at what is a busier … Continue reading →

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Tilly the Tram returns to aid safety around Edinburgh’s tram system

Posted on Sunday 12 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

In 2018, Edinburgh Trams revealed Tilly the Tram as part of a safety campaign to help keep young children safe when around the tram network. And now five years later and with the tram now running along Leith Walk and … Continue reading →

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What’s New on British Trams Online? 12th November 2023

Posted on Sunday 12 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

Its the turn of the East Midlands to feature as part of our photo collection this week as we head to Nottingham Express Transit:

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Plans confirmed for temporary Birmingham Eastside terminus

Posted on Saturday 11 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

It has been known for some time that plans to open the full West Midlands Metro Birmingham Eastside extension would be met with delay as works around the Curzon Street HS2 Station can not start until that project hands it … Continue reading →

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Around the World in Trams: Stuttgart 1001

Posted on Saturday 11 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

“Around the World in Trams” is staying in Stuttgart for this latest photo from outside of the British Isles.

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More testing for the new Metro fleet

Posted on Saturday 11 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

As the anticipation of their entry into service continues to build, the new trains for the Tyne and Wear Metro which have already been delivered to the northeast are continuing to be put through their paces as part of the … Continue reading →

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Edinburgh Trams resumes full timetable

Posted on Saturday 11 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

Tram services across the entire Edinburgh Trams network resumed in full from Saturday 11th November after the completion of essential engineering works. You may be used to seeing engineering works overrunning but in this case it’s the opposite as full … Continue reading →

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Nottinghamshire County Council look at options for free concessionary pass tram travel

Posted on Friday 10 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

As regular readers of this website will probably be aware ever since concessionary pass holders were given free travel on buses across the country trams have been a bit of a poor relation with government funding only covering buses. This … Continue reading →

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Free travel for the armed forces on Metrolink and West Midlands Metro this Remembrance Weekend

Posted on Friday 10 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

Serving and former members of the military will be able to enjoy free travel on both Manchester Metrolink and West Midlands Metro services this weekend as they attend Remembrance services to honour the fallen from the two world wars and … Continue reading →

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Picture in Time: Sheffield 189

Posted on Friday 10 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

Another edition of “Picture in Time” goes to Crich on a 1979 Bank Holiday Monday.

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In Pictures: Supertram works on Holme Lane

Posted on Thursday 9 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

Earlier this week we brought you photos of the revised service operating to Middlewood with works due to take place on Holme Lane which meant trams weren’t able to run to Malin Bridge. This service change was in place over … Continue reading →

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New members join UKTram

Posted on Thursday 9 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

UKTram have increased their membership after new organisations joined the light rail sector’s representative body. Amongst the new members are Transport for Wales who are working on ambitious plans for a new Metro system in Cardiff and the surrounding area.

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In Pictures: Blue route goes to Middlewood

Posted on Wednesday 8 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

The weekend of Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th November was due to see work taking place on the usual Blue route to Malin Bridge. Rather than terminate Blue route services short, all services from Halfway were diverted to Middlewood instead … Continue reading →

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Howdon viaduct inspected before Metro track renewal

Posted on Wednesday 8 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

The 1830 built Howdon Viaduct which has been used by the Tyne and Wear Metro for over 40 years has recently been undergoing in-depth inspections to check on its condition ahead of a plan of action for the complete track … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: 272 completes the OVO Energy quartet

Posted on Tuesday 7 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

The fourth (and final) tram in Edinburgh to receive an all over advert for OVO Energy has been revealed with 272 returning to service with the now familiar all over green vinyls in place.

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Planning permission granted for Tramtown phase one

Posted on Tuesday 7 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

Plans for the development of Tramtown at Blackpool Transport’s Rigby Road have moved a step forward after Blackpool Council’s Planning Committee approved the plans for the overall project – paving the way for work to start on repairing and upgrading … Continue reading →

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Coventry Very Light Rail vehicle tested on new track in Dudley for first time

Posted on Monday 6 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

Most of the time when we report about the Very Light Rail Innovation Centre (VLRIC) in Dudley its because another West Midlands Metro tram has gone there for repairs but it shouldn’t be forgotten that the facility was actually built … Continue reading →

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They’ve Run in 2023!

Posted on Monday 6 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

With the start of November traditionally the end of most heritage tram operating seasons across the British Isles (with just Beamish and Blackpool now offering the regular chance to ride on a heritage tram over the next couple of months, … Continue reading →

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Out and About: Stagecoach Supertram – July 2023

Posted on Monday 6 November 2023 by Gareth Prior

It is time for another edition of “Out and About” and this time we are back in Sheffield for a selection of images taken of the two fleets of trams which operate on the Supertram network.

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