Author Archives: Gareth Prior

Picture in Time: Blackpool Centenary 645

Posted on Sunday 25 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

Our latest trip to the archives heads to Blackpool as we take a look at one of the many advertising liveries carried by the Centenary Cars over the years. With Nottingham Express Transit 206 having recently received vinyls for Jet2.com … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: Tramlink 2537’s Turkish Airlines advert

Posted on Thursday 22 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

Back in August we reported on a new advert livery for Turkish Airlines on London Tramlink 2537 and now we can show you an image of this latest vinyl wrap livery. Over the past few years the application of advert … Continue reading →

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This week on British Trams Online

Posted on Wednesday 21 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

Another Photo Gallery for you this week – there may only be one but it is extensive coverage from Tram Day at Crich:

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Your Heritage Tramways need you!

Posted on Wednesday 21 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

If our recent coverage of the issues which have affected the Heaton Park Tramway tells us one thing it is just how much our heritage tramways rely on volunteers. Unfortunately as free time becomes more of a commodity and with … Continue reading →

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John & Fletcher retire from Douglas Bay Horse Tramway

Posted on Wednesday 21 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

We often report on trams being withdrawn from service but rarely do we run a story on when horses are retired from active duty – until now! Recently two of the trammers who are the key to the success of … Continue reading →

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Service changes ahead for NET

Posted on Wednesday 21 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

Two events taking place in Nottingham over the next few weeks will see changes to Nottingham Express Transit services. Both the Robin Hood Half Marathon (Sunday 25th September) and the Goose Fair (Wednesday 5th to Sunday 9th October) will see … Continue reading →

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Heaton Park Tramway – A clarification

Posted on Tuesday 20 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

In our recent news article on the forthcoming closure of the Heaton Park Tramway we may have suggested that the tramway was due to be open to the public throughout the winter; this was not the intention. The tramway was … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: New advert for NET 206

Posted on Tuesday 20 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

Nottingham Express Transit Incentro 206 has recently received new advertising vinyls for Jet2.com, replacing the previous long standing advert for e-on. The tram has retained its red base but has been covered in vinyls for Jet2.com – and we mean … Continue reading →

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Taking coals to Newcastle…

Posted on Saturday 17 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

Well a Coal Tram to Beamish anyway! The latest acquisition for the tram fleet at Beamish – Oporto Coal Tram C65 – has now arrived at its new home following its transfer from Crich. C65 was spotted outside the depot … Continue reading →

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Metrolink suspended after storm

Posted on Friday 16 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

Tuesday 13th September was a bad night for Manchester Metrolink following a major storm which saw lightning strikes on two substations and flooding in the city centre. At one stage all lines were completely suspended but as the evening progressed … Continue reading →

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Consultation launched on future of Supertram

Posted on Friday 16 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

The South Yorkshire Passenger Transport Executive (SYPTE) are to launch a consultation on the future of the Supertram network from 19th September to “help shape long-term plans for the system”. It is hoped to find out what people think of … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: 3119 enters service in Manchester

Posted on Friday 16 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

Whilst we still await the delivery of the last of current order of Manchester Metrolink M5000’s the penultimate arrival – 3119 – has now entered service. The tram was first noted in passenger use on Wednesday 14th September running on … Continue reading →

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Bull Street to be Metro terminus for Birmingham BikeFest

Posted on Friday 16 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

All Midland Metro services until 1800 on Sunday 18th September from Wolverhampton St George’s will terminate at Bull Street due to the Birmingham BikeFest taking place in the city. The 2km family bike ride will see a number of roads … Continue reading →

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British Trams Online Statement

Posted on Wednesday 14 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

It will probably not have escaped your notice that over the past week or so there have a few controversies regarding some of the news stories which have appeared on this website especially in regard to the Heaton Park Tramway. … Continue reading →

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Oporto C65 stars at Tram Day

Posted on Wednesday 14 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

Over the past few years the main enthusiast event at Crich has given us on loan trams and trams displayed outside from the on site collection but for 2016 Tram Day – as it has now been christened – a … Continue reading →

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All track now in place for Second City Crossing

Posted on Wednesday 14 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

This week has seen a major milestone in the construction of Manchester Metrolink’s Second City Crossing with the last of the track now having been laid. It is anticipated that all other major civil engineering works – including the installation … Continue reading →

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Picture in Time: Blackpool Illuminated Rocket 732

Posted on Sunday 11 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

With the Illuminations now in full light in Blackpool it seems an opportune moment to return to the north west coast for another view from the archives of one of the Illuminated Feature Cars. This time it is the distinctive … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: What to do with a mock-up tram?

Posted on Thursday 8 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

When Edinburgh Trams was being constructed a mock-up tram was displayed in the city centre to show would be passengers what they would soon be enjoying. Once the construction was finally completed and real working trams were in the city … Continue reading →

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Midland Metro Alliance appoint Director

Posted on Thursday 8 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

Midland Metro Alliance – the body set-up to oversee the expansion of Midland Metro – has appointed a new Director. Alejandro Moreno, currently Managing Director for Scandinavia for Colas Rail, is the man who has been tasked with leading this … Continue reading →

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Tram passenger injured following car v tram collision

Posted on Thursday 8 September 2016 by Gareth Prior

A passenger on board a tram was taken to hospital following a collision between a car and a tram on Wilford Lane. Eyewitness reports suggest the car drove into the side of the tram at approximately 1400 on Monday 5th … Continue reading →

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