Daily Archives: Saturday 11 July 2026

555 026 latest to enter service on the Metro as more old trains see use

Posted on Saturday 11 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

There are now just five Stadler trains which have yet to be used in passenger service on the Tyne and Wear Metro following the entry into service of 555 026 on Thursday 9th July 2026. But availability of the trains … Continue reading →

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Around the World in Trams: Mattapan Line 3265

Posted on Saturday 11 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

“Around the World in Trams” again comes from the United States of America as we keep on looking at the Mattapan Line, a 2.6 mile long line which uses a fleet of 1940s PCC cars.

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What’s New on British Trams Online? 11th July 2026

Posted on Saturday 11 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

This week we bring you two sets of photos. One set coming from Crich and the other from the Tyne and Wear Metro:

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Supertram to operate a special service during Tramlines Festival

Posted on Saturday 11 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

The annual Tramlines Festival will be taking place at Hillsborough Park between Friday 24th and Sunday 26th July 2026. This year headline acts will include Fatboy Slim, Courteeners and Wolf Alice and an estimated 10,000 people are expected to attend. … Continue reading →

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UK tramway accident risk reduces by 25% in three years

Posted on Saturday 11 July 2026 by Gareth Prior

Updated modelling by the LRSSB has shown that the overall accident risk on UK tramways has fallen by more than a quarter over the past three years. The new modelling has revealed there have been enhancements across the board, with … Continue reading →

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