Author Archives: Gareth Prior

Lockdown Walks: Stagecoach Supertram 123 & 109

Posted on Thursday 15 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

In this edition of “Lockdown Walks” we are back into Sheffield for a view taken at Hillsborough.

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Update on Bradford Cabmen’s Shelter

Posted on Wednesday 14 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

Last December the latest restoration for the Crich Tramway Village arrived back at the museum but this wasn’t a tram but the historic Bradford Cabmen’s Shelter which had been away in Bristol undergoing a major restoration back to a near … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: Trams &…. Bears?!

Posted on Wednesday 14 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

If you go down to Sheffield today you’re be in for a surprise! Following in the traditions of other cities who have had sculpture trails, there are 100 little bears and 60 big bears scattered around Sheffield to find and … Continue reading →

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New Metro fleet to be showcased at Light Rail Conference

Posted on Wednesday 14 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

The fifteenth UK Light Rail Conference, which took place in mid-July in Gateshead, provided the ideal opportunity for Nexus to showcase its Metro Futures project including the introduction of a complete new fleet of trains being built by Stadler.

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Lockdown Walks: West Midlands Metro 35

Posted on Wednesday 14 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

Today’s “Lockdown Walks” is off to central England again as we take a look at the West Midlands Metro.

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In Picture: Burton & Ashby 14 in action at the Statfold Barn Railway

Posted on Tuesday 13 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

The Statfold Barn Railway may be more well known for their extensive collection of steam locomotives, but it is also home to one tram – Burton & Ashby 14. Usually operating on special event days at the railway the tram … Continue reading →

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Another new advert on Metrolink

Posted on Tuesday 13 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

Manchester Metrolink M5000 3075 is the latest tram on the network to receive an advertising livery. The tram was first noted in early July carrying a vinyl wrap for The Trafford Centre with the slogan “Summer Social”.

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In Pictures: More span wires in Blackpool

Posted on Tuesday 13 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

The very slow and steady pace of the overhead installation in Blackpool is continuing for the Blackpool North Railway Station extension. To recap the overhead installation recommenced on Monday 5th July and is taking place overnight to minimise disruption. So … Continue reading →

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Lockdown Walks: Stagecoach Supertram 399 202

Posted on Tuesday 13 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

Another trip off in South Yorkshire for this latest instalment of “Lockdown Walks” with a view taken on the Tram-Train line.

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In Pictures: A day at the East Anglia Transport Museum

Posted on Monday 12 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

One heritage tramway which often seems to go under the radar is the one at the East Anglia Transport Museum so we look to remedy that in this article as we take a look at the trams during a visit … Continue reading →

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West Midlands Metro lift upgrades

Posted on Monday 12 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

The lifts at Bilston Central and Lodge Road stops on the West Midlands Metro network are being upgraded this summer which will see them out of action until September 2021. While Lodge Road has ramp access to the stop for … Continue reading →

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Whatever Happened To? Crich Tramathon 2005 – London Transport 1622

Posted on Monday 12 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

This edition of “Whatever Happened To?” features London Transport 1622, a tram which was operational in Crich in 2005 although today is in the workshops waiting for a chance to shine again.

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Lockdown Walks: West Midlands Metro 21

Posted on Monday 12 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

Another week of “Lockdown Walks” and today we feature the West Midlands Metro.

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Stop by Stop Nottingham Express Transit: Toton Lane line – Eskdale Drive

Posted on Sunday 11 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

In this latest instalment of “Stop by Stop” we reach the stop at Eskdale Drive as we start the final approaches to Toton Lane.

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Reliability and punctuality remains high on NET

Posted on Sunday 11 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

The Greater Nottingham Light Rail Transit Advisory Committee usually meet on a quarterly basis (although the meetings have been fewer during the pandemic) and as part of this updates from Nottingham Express Transit are given. The latest meeting is due … Continue reading →

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Lockdown Walks: Stagecoach Supertram 399 201

Posted on Sunday 11 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

In this edition of “Lockdown Walks” we take a trip out to the terminus of the newest section of the Stagecoach Supertram network at Rotherham Parkgate.

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No change in route for Supertram around main railway station

Posted on Sunday 11 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

Last year we reported on initial proposals to re-route Stagecoach Supertram between Granville Road and the city centre as part of major redevelopment plans of Sheaf Valley. But these plans have now been abandoned with the Council saying the so-called … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: Blackpool Brush Railcoach 298’s new underframe arrives at Crich

Posted on Saturday 10 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

Friday 9th July 2021 was another momentous day in the restoration of Blackpool Brush Railcoach 298 with its newly constructed underframe arriving at the Crich Tramway Village. The construction of the new underframe was contracted to the Ffestiniog Railway in … Continue reading →

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What’s New on British Trams Online? 10th July 2021

Posted on Saturday 10 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

This week we have a couple of new photo galleries with images from Germany and the UK:

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Around the World in Trams: Milan 1895

Posted on Saturday 10 July 2021 by Gareth Prior

Its another trip to San Francisco today for “Around the World in Trams” as we feature yet another iconic class of tram which is now a long way from home.

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