Monthly Archives: July 2026

In Pictures: East Anglia Transport Museum returns to the 1940s

Posted on Thursday 23 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

The latest special event at the East Anglia Transport Museum was a 1940s Weekend on 18th and 19th July 2026 as they once again pulled out all the stops to entertain the public who paid a visit to the site … Continue reading →

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New carriages arrived at Saltburn Cliff Tramway

Posted on Thursday 23 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

The reopening of the Saltburn Cliff Tramway has moved a step closer after the specially made carriages to operate the service were delivered to the short line in Saltburn-on-the Sea in the Tees Valley, northeast England.

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Metro workers praised for rescuing lost dog on the tracks

Posted on Thursday 23 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

Two Tyne and Wear Metro Operations Managers at Nexus have been praised for saving a lost dog which strayed onto the network in June. Louis Meach and Alan Hudson rescued Bobby the Rhodesian Ridgeback by enticing him with some chicken.

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Tynwald approves funding to take horse trams back to Sea Terminal

Posted on Wednesday 22 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

Could it finally, really be happening? Horse trams look set to return to the Sea Terminal for the first time since 2018 after members of Tynwald voted in favour of funding the re-extension.

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Pride Tram hits the tracks in Nottingham ahead of 2026 celebrations

Posted on Wednesday 22 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

Nottingham Pride will be taking place on Saturday 25th July 2026 and as part of their commitment to the city’s LGBTQ+ community, Nottingham Express Transit have announced a revised service running on the day as well as unveiling their Pride … Continue reading →

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UKTram relaunches Operational Innovation Group

Posted on Wednesday 22 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

As you will no doubt have noted from various articles on these pages, UKTram are all about collaboration between different tram operators across the county with several different committees and groups convening to share best practice. They have now relaunched … Continue reading →

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Restoration underway on Aberdeen Corporation Tramways 15

Posted on Tuesday 21 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

The restoration of Aberdeen Corporation Tramways 15 is now underway following its move to Northumberland in mid-April 2026. The tram, which is usually housed at the Bus Collection at Alford in Aberdeenshire, is being restored thanks to a bequest with … Continue reading →

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King Charles III visits Isle of Man – and takes a ride on a horse tram!

Posted on Tuesday 21 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

If you can’t get a visit from the King in your 150th anniversary year when can you? King Charles III, who also holds the title Lord of Mann, visited the Isle of Man on 14th July 2026 and as part … Continue reading →

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New accreditation framework for tram driver competency piloted

Posted on Tuesday 21 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

The Light Rail Safety and Standards Board (LRSSB) are leading on a project which will see a new accreditation framework for tram driver competency and professional development piloted. The aim is that it will strengthen tramway safety standard across the … Continue reading →

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555 025 becomes the 42ndStadler train to enter service

Posted on Monday 20 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

42 of the 46 trains built by Stadler for the Tyne and Wear Metro have now been used in service following the first use of 555 025 on Saturday 18th July 2026.

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Nominations announced for National Transport Awards 2026

Posted on Monday 20 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

The National Transport Awards, which are organised by the Transport Times, will be taking place this year in 1st October and the shortlist of nominees has recently been announced. The ceremony includes a UK Tram Operator of the Year category, … Continue reading →

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Stop by Stop London Trams: Central Croydon – Sandilands

Posted on Monday 20 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

We return to “Stop by Stop” as we continue to take a ride on the London Trams system. Having previously featured the New Addington and Beckenham Junction/Elmers End lines we now head into central Croydon to feature the nine stops … Continue reading →

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They’ve Run in 2026 – Meet the Trams: National Tramway Museum – Newcastle 102

Posted on Sunday 19 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

This is another edition of “Meet the Trams” and it’s the last tram which has run in passenger service during 2026 (at least for now) that we feature tonight – Newcastle 102.

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Old Metro track recycled for new South Tyneside war memorial

Posted on Sunday 19 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

Old track which was once used on the Tyne and Wear Metro has been donated to create a new memorial to British soldiers who served in the Far East during World War Two.

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NET commit to improving services at Light Rail Conference

Posted on Sunday 19 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

We’ve already reported on the Light Rail Conference which took place in Nottingham during June as the event celebrated 20 years by looking back at achievements in the sector whilst also looking forward to what the future may bring. With … Continue reading →

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UKTram renew partnership with Women in Transport

Posted on Sunday 19 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

UKTram have confirmed that they have renewed their partnership with Women in Transport, for a fourth consecutive year. The renewed partnership demonstrates UKTram’s ongoing commitment to attracting and developing talent in the light rail sector and supporting initiatives that help … Continue reading →

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Funding released for development work on new tram stop in Nottingham

Posted on Saturday 18 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

The East Midlands Combined Authority (EMCA) have released funding which is set to go towards additional development work on a proposed extra tram stop on Nottingham Express Transit. The tram stop would be built at the city end of Nottingham … Continue reading →

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What’s New on British Trams Online? 18th July 2026

Posted on Saturday 18 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

Photos this week from London Trams:

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Around the World in Trams: Mattapan Line 3268

Posted on Saturday 18 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

We carry on with “Around the World in Trams” as we are still in the USA on the Mattapan Line.

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Supertram announce the start of another summer of major renewal works

Posted on Saturday 18 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) since they took back public control, but this summer will again see major renewal works taking place on the Supertram network. Full details have been announced of the first set of works whilst it … Continue reading →

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