Author Archives: Gareth Prior

In Pictures: London Tramlink 2553 returns to service

Posted on Saturday 30 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

In August 2014 London Tramlink CR4000 2553 was involved in a collision with a truck causing significant damage and the tram had not run in service since whilst repairs were undertaken. These repairs have now been completed and 2553 returned … Continue reading →

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Edinburgh Trams first anniversary: passenger numbers higher than expected

Posted on Saturday 30 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

As the Edinburgh Trams line between the Airport and York Place in the city centre prepares to celebrate its first anniversary (the first passenger services ran on Saturday 31st May 2014) it has been revealed that more passengers than expected … Continue reading →

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New platform set to open at Deansgate-Castlefield

Posted on Saturday 30 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

The transformation of Manchester Metrolink’s Deansgate-Castlefield stop is now starting to reach a conclusion with the new outbound platform due to be opened from Tuesday 2nd June. Trams for Altrincham, East Didsbury, MediaCityUK and Eccles will use this new platform … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: Stagecoach Supertram rail replacement works go on…

Posted on Saturday 30 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

The ongoing rail replacement works on Stagecoach Supertram are continuing in the city centre with recent progress being on the top of Commercial Street and Lower High Street. Only one line was dealt with at a time so as to … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: Croydon Town Centre trackworks again

Posted on Saturday 30 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

The Croydon Town Centre loop was closed once again between Saturday 23rd and Tuesday 26th May to allow further track replacement to take place with work at West Croydon and on the curve from Station Road to Wellesley Road. Photos … Continue reading →

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Edinburgh Trams bike trial to be extended

Posted on Saturday 30 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

The trial of carrying bikes on Edinburgh Trams is to be extended for a further month following a successful trial during May. On average 10 bikes a day have been carried on the trams with a third of all journeys … Continue reading →

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Picture in Time: Blackpool Boat 604

Posted on Friday 29 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

It’s off to Blackpool again for the latest instalment in our “Picture in Time” series. This time we go back to 16th August 1981 and catch up with a member of the popular Boat cars – 604.

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Going for a ride…

Posted on Thursday 28 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

You know the drill by now, Thursday evening = our regular look at just when and where you can enjoy a ride on a heritage tram in the British Isles. Highlights of the next seven days include the end of … Continue reading →

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Picture in Time: Leeds 600

Posted on Tuesday 26 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

It is time for another tram of the national collection to feature in “Picture in Time” today; this time the tram in question is Leeds 600. This tram is now be stored out of public view at the Clay Cross … Continue reading →

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This week on British Trams Online

Posted on Sunday 24 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

We have more photos for you this week in our main site update, including additions to an existing gallery and a brand new collection:

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Picture in Time: Docklands Light Railway 04

Posted on Sunday 24 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

For our latest edition of “Picture in Time” we are off to the London for a view of the Docklands Light Railway on the second day of running: 1st September 1987.

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Work starts on returning tram services to Black Country Living Museum

Posted on Saturday 23 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

Since the end of 2013 visitors attending the Black Country Living Museum and wishing to enjoy a tram ride have been sorely disappointed with the short running line closed as a result of a condition survey showing the track was … Continue reading →

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Mainland home wanted for Guernsey tram

Posted on Saturday 23 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

On Guernsey in the Channel Islands there is a rare survivor of the Guernsey Railway (which despite its name was a tramway) – a Milne’s 1896 4 wheel open top vehicle which had run on the system until it closed … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: More Citadis trams enter service on Nottingham Express Transit

Posted on Saturday 23 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

Up until recently the only Citadis trams to have carried passengers on the original Phase One sections of Nottingham Express were 216–221 but over the past few days further examples have entered service ahead of the opening of the extensions … Continue reading →

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More consultation for Tramlink Dingwall Road loop

Posted on Saturday 23 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

Transport for London have launched a second stage of consultation for the proposed Dingwall Road loop on London Tramlink which would see a new short section of line built to aid an increased service to run into Croydon from the … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: Testing continues on NET Phase Two

Posted on Saturday 23 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

For the first time in a while daytime testing has not been extended in the past week (mainly because it is already running on both lines in their entirety!) and trams are starting to become a more regular occurrence to … Continue reading →

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Picture in Time: Blackpool Centenary 645

Posted on Friday 22 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

Today “Picture in Time” is in Blackpool once again with a view of Centenary Car 645 taken in 1993.

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Going for a ride…

Posted on Thursday 21 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

As it is Thursday evening it is time for us to bring you a round-up of just when and where you can enjoy a ride on a heritage tram in the UK over the next week or so. This weekend … Continue reading →

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St Peter’s Square closure start date confirmed

Posted on Tuesday 19 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

Transport for Greater Manchester have confirmed that the Metrolink line through St Peter’s Square will be closed completely for 10 weeks starting on Sunday 28th June as part of the major transformation works at this stop. This will be the … Continue reading →

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Picture in Time: Manx Electric Railway 5 & 45

Posted on Tuesday 19 May 2015 by Gareth Prior

Our latest instalment of “Picture in Time” heads into the middle of the Irish Sea for a visit to the transport enthusiasts mecca of the Isle of Man.

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