Monthly Archives: June 2026

UKTram strengthen relationships across the transport sector

Posted on Tuesday 9 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

James Hammett, UKTram Managing Director, recently attended the Rail Forum Parliamentary Reception at the House of Commons. Although much of the event was dedicated on the future of Great British Railways, the opportunity was taken for UKTram to strengthen their … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: Two new adverts on Edinburgh Trams

Posted on Monday 8 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

The past week has seen another couple of new adverts appear on trams in Edinburgh with both 252 and 259 receiving new full vinyl wraps. The two advertisers on the trams are the Scotland national football team and Graham’s Family … Continue reading →

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Seaton Tramway May mileage sees 9 lead the way

Posted on Monday 8 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

The end of another month and the latest Seaton Tramway newsletter tells us once again which trams had been used in service over the previous month. And this time its 9 which was used the month with the tram which … Continue reading →

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Old(er) and New – West Midlands Metro: Bilston Central

Posted on Monday 8 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

The last edition of this series of “Old(er) and New” once more takes a look at two images of trams on the West Midlands Metro at the same location. One is of the original fleet of T69 trams whilst the … Continue reading →

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They’ve Run in 2026 – Meet the Trams: National Tramway Museum – Blackpool 236

Posted on Sunday 7 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

As we continue our “Meet the Trams” series which is currently taking a slightly more detailed look at those trams which have run in service at the National Tramway Museum in 2026 we focus on Blackpool 236, which was first … Continue reading →

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Why take a car to your wedding when you take the Metro?!

Posted on Sunday 7 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

A Gateshead couple decided to travel in style to their recent wedding – on the Tyne and Wear Metro! They got the idea to swap the traditional wedding car for the Metro after being inspired by a recent trend in … Continue reading →

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Blackpool Transport axe dog fares

Posted on Sunday 7 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

You will be able to take your dog on board Blackpool Transport’s buses and trams for free as from Monday 1st June 2026 following the decision to remove the long-standing £1 fare for man’s best friend.

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Supertram staff to tackle the Three Peaks Challenge

Posted on Sunday 7 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

Three colleagues who work for South Yorkshire Supertram are taking on the National Three Peaks Challenge in June. They will be raising money for Andy Man’s Club, a charity that provides free peer-to-peer support groups across the UK.

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In Pictures: TfW enter final stages for tram-train introduction

Posted on Saturday 6 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

We seem to have been waiting a very long time, but it seems the end is finally in sight of the introduction into service of the Stadler Citylink Tram-Trains in South Wales. Transport for Wales have confirmed that they are … Continue reading →

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Around the World in Trams: Warsaw 1388+1389

Posted on Saturday 6 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

“Around the World in Trams” returns to Europe as for the month of June we go to Poland and Warsaw to see some of the trams in operation there during 2023.

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Blackpool tram services forced to turn short after major building fire in Fleetwood

Posted on Saturday 6 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

Trams have been unable to run as far as Fleetwood Ferry since the evening of Wednesday 3rd June 2026 after a major fire in a building on Lord Street. Whilst services were initially only able to run as far as … Continue reading →

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What’s New on British Trams Online? 6th June 2026

Posted on Saturday 6 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

This week photos comes from Sheffield:

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Metro lost property to go on sale for charity

Posted on Saturday 6 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

Lost property found on the Tyne and Wear Metro over the past couple of years is to be sold, with the proceeds going to a local charity. The sale will take place at Tynemouth Market – which takes place in … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: West Midlands Metro 22 goes to Dudley

Posted on Friday 5 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

After a period approaching four years the last West Midlands Metro Urbos3 has travelled to Dudley for repairs with 22 making the trip on Thursday 28th May 2026. Its expected to be there for a longer period than recent visitors … Continue reading →

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LRSSB to sponsor Tram Operator of the Year at National Transport Awards

Posted on Friday 5 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

The Light Rail Safety and Standards Board (LRSSB) are demonstrating their ongoing support for the sector by announcing their sponsorship of the Tram Operator of the Year category at the National Transport Awards.

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Picture in Time: Manx Electric Railway 31

Posted on Friday 5 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

“Picture in Time” continues to take a look at things on the Isle of Man and its another 2002 image this week with a tram which has now been a long time out of service.

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Last official week for Metrocars will be week starting 22nd June 2026

Posted on Thursday 4 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

If you want to sample one of the original Tyne and Wear Metrocars in service you don’t have long as Nexus have confirmed that week commencing 22nd June 2026 will be the last official week when they will be in … Continue reading →

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In Pictures: More old tram track exposed

Posted on Thursday 4 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

This is the latest entry into the ongoing saga of how modern roadworks expose history beneath the road surface – and for this website that of course means first generation tram tracks! This time we’re off to Greater Manchester where … Continue reading →

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Blackpool Transport start recruitment for new role

Posted on Thursday 4 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

The senior management team at Blackpool Transport is set to be boosted further with recruitment have started for a new Head of Projects and Renewals.

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In Pictures: New wraps for two trams in Manchester

Posted on Wednesday 3 June 2026 by Gareth Prior

Two more trams are sporting new wraps on Manchester Metrolink following the application of new vinyls as a new month begins. The colours used couldn’t be much more of a contrast though with 3076 this year’s Love Connects Everyone tram … Continue reading →

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