Monthly Archives: January 2026

More changes on the Tyne and Wear Metro

Posted on Saturday 31 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

It seems that there aren’t many weeks which go by at the moment without there being some change to the fleet on the Tyne and Wear Metro and once again that is the case. The past week has not only … Continue reading →

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Around the World in Trams: Prague 7148+7149

Posted on Saturday 31 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

And as January comes to a close our random month of photos “Around the World in Trams” also comes to an end – and after the past couple of weeks have featured iconic classes of tram we may as well … Continue reading →

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What’s New on British Trams Online? 31st January 2026

Posted on Saturday 31 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

January comes to an end and we have photos from Blackpool and a look back over the years at the Heaton Park Tramway:

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Isle of Man Railways release 2026 timetable information

Posted on Saturday 31 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

Hang in there – we’re getting towards the start of heritage tram operation for 2026! And to help build the anticipation Isle of Man Railways have released 2026 timetables for all four lines they are responsible for (three of which … Continue reading →

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Metrolink Eccles line suspended after overhead line problems

Posted on Saturday 31 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

Manchester Metrolink services to MediaCityUK and Eccles were suspended for 10 hours on Friday 30th January 2026 following the discovery of a fault with the overhead line near to Salford Quays.

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In Pictures: Metrolink 3081 goes fragrant with its new advert

Posted on Friday 30 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

Manchester Metrolink 3081 being back in fleet livery didn’t last long as just a week later its been wrapped in new advertising vinyls. This time round it’s a cleaner advert with it now promoting the new Armani Power of You … Continue reading →

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Seaton Tramway Polar Express Tram Ride ticket set to go on sale

Posted on Friday 30 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

It’s never too early to think about Christmas right? (Or let’s be honest January and February is probably pushing your luck!) But if you like to be organised you will be pleased to know that tickets for the popular Polar … Continue reading →

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Picture in Time: Blackpool Dreadnought 59

Posted on Friday 30 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

We’re back to Blackpool again for this latest edition of “Picture in Time” as we take a look back to a Fleetwood Tram Sunday event.

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In Pictures: West Midlands Metro Black Country line update

Posted on Thursday 29 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

Earlier this month we brought you the news that the leader of Dudley Council had announced the first phase of the Black Country line as far as Flood Street, Dudley would be open on 28th August 2026. The extension has … Continue reading →

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South Yorkshire Supertram Engineering Works: Saturday 31st January 2026

Posted on Thursday 29 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

There will be additional engineering works on the South Yorkshire Supertram network affecting services after 2200 on Saturday 31st January. With the works due to take place at Shalesmoor both the Blue and Yellow routes will be running revised services.

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Edinburgh Trams team volunteer to help with tree planting

Posted on Thursday 29 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

A team from Edinburgh Trams spent some time before Christmas volunteering with the Borders Forest Trust to help plant trees near Moffatt, as part of the Trust’s efforts to re-wild the Scottish Borders.

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Funding confirmed for substation works at Heaton Park Tramway

Posted on Wednesday 28 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

If all goes according to plan the Heaton Park Tramway in Manchester should be running again this summer, following the news that Manchester City Council have awarded £400,000 of funding for the essential substation repairs to be completed. Yes, we … Continue reading →

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East Anglia Transport Museum announce 2026 events

Posted on Wednesday 28 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

The East Anglia Transport Museum walked away with the “Museum/Heritage Tramway of the Year” at the recent British Trams Online Tram of the Year Awards and they aren’t ones to be resting on their laurels with their 2026 events programme … Continue reading →

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Restoration work starts on Whitley Bay footbridge

Posted on Wednesday 28 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

Major restoration work has started on an historic Metro footbridge in North Tyneside as part of the Metro Asset Renewal Programme. It will be restored to its former glory and is part of the multi-million pound renewal scheme at Whitley … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: Another revision of ad for Edinburgh Trams 251

Posted on Tuesday 27 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

A new year and another revision of the advert for St James Quarter on Edinburgh Trams 251 can be reported. This is at least the tenth different advert the tram has carried for the shopping centre located close to the … Continue reading →

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NET return to usual timetable after end of trial

Posted on Tuesday 27 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

Nottingham Express Transit have now resumed operating their usual timetable (as from Monday 26th January 2026) after the conclusion of the trial (originally introduced for the Goose Fair last October) which had seen an enhanced evening frequency offered, with a … Continue reading →

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Another LRSSB podcast discusses steps towards greater independence

Posted on Tuesday 27 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

The second release of 2026 for the “Let’s Talk Light Rail” podcast has been released where the LRSSB team discuss plans for the future governance of the organisation.

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Two more Metrocars go for scrap

Posted on Monday 26 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

Another week and another two Metrocars have headed off to be scrapped as the programme continues at a pace. The latest two to go are 4008 and 4045 – both of which were still able to move under their own … Continue reading →

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Colas Rail UK secure new contracts for West Midlands Metro extensions

Posted on Monday 26 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

Colas Rail UK have had a long-term relationship with the Midland Metro Alliance as their principal contractor and they have now been awarded further contracts to help the continued expansion of the West Midlands Metro network.

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15 Years Apart: Seaton Tramway 11

Posted on Monday 26 January 2026 by Gareth Prior

We go “15 Years Apart” again with two images of a tram – one taken in 2010 and the other in 2025.

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