Author Archives: Andrew Waddington

British Trams Online has previously reported that two Blackpool trams had exchanged seats, these being Brush Railcoach 631 and ‘B Fleet’ Balloon car 700. The seat swap was first mooted late last year in order to restore swingover seats to … Continue reading →

Blackpool Transport have announced that the heritage tram fleet in the seaside town is to be boosted by the reactivation of another tram following a lengthy period of storage. The vehicle in question is Blackpool Boat car 602, which last … Continue reading →

A welcome highlight of the Spring Bank Holiday weekend in Blackpool, was the opportunity to view progress on the restoration of Centenary car 648. As reported previously, it had been planned to launch the car into service on Saturday 25th … Continue reading →

The late May Bank Holiday weekend saw another hugely succesful period of operation for the heritage tram fleet in Blackpool, with no less than sixteen of the retained traditional trams operating over the three day period. With so much going … Continue reading →

In a pleasing development, Blackpool Transport have confirmed that an additional heritage tram will be added to the proposed line-up of cars due to run over the Spring Bank Holiday weekend, 25th – 27th May, in the shape of Twin … Continue reading →

The morning of Monday 20th May witnessed a surprise appearance on Blackpool promenade by Centenary car 642, operating under its own power for the first time in just over 18 months. Having spent more than a week being prepared for … Continue reading →

As excitement for the next heritage tram running days in Blackpool grows, it is pleasing to report that Blackpool Transport have added an extra day to the list of occasions when the traditional tram fleet will be out on the promenade during … Continue reading →

Blackpool Transport are currently preparing for the second stint of heritage tram operation this month over the forthcoming Spring Bank Holiday weekend, 25th – 27th May. This will follow broadly the same pattern as the May Day weekend with two … Continue reading →

Recent roadworks along Dickson Road in Blackpool has led to an old section of tram track being uncovered. Approximately 40 feet of rail was revealed near to the Funny Girls venue, although workmen on site stated that they would be … Continue reading →

The old inspector’s cabin located at Blackpool Pleasure Beach, adjacent to the tramway turning circle, has recently been redecorated to improve its appearance. The building has been enhanced by vinyls promoting the company’s heritage and illumination tours by tram, as … Continue reading →

Whilst the Centenary cars may not have exactly been the most popular type of tram to ever operate in Blackpool, the saying ‘absence makes the heart grow fonder’ certainly applies to trams. Since being retired from regaular service in November … Continue reading →

The May Day Bank Holiday weekend has proven to be an incredible success for Blackpool’s heritage trams, with many enthusiasts flocking to the seaside town to sample a taste of the past, no doubt encouraged to do so by the … Continue reading →