It is to be hoped that the Trust’s attempts to secure funding will be succesful, as the majority of its trams are rather exposed to the elements. Their only complete tramcar to be housed undercover is Blackpool Brush Railcoach 621<\/strong>, although illuminated Brush car 290<\/strong> (alias 627<\/strong>) is likely to rejoin it at Kirkham Prison shortly. The remainder of the collection have thankfully been sheeted over, with new sheeting fitted during November ahead of the harsh winter weather. This unfortunately did not include Jubilee car 761<\/strong> which has been left exposed to the coastal climate, despite being known to suffer from body leaks, so hopefully this tram will also receive this attention before too long. It is sad that these trams have now spent about a year stored outside, with Balloon car 710<\/strong> having sat in a yard on the outskirts of Fleetwood since July 2011, and without the right kind of support the long-term future of these trams will undoubtedly be in doubt, making Wyre Council’s decision on whether to approve the request for funding a hugely important one.<\/p>\n A sad sight with Jubilee 761 and Balloon 710 (the latter covered over) in an industrial yard near the Fleetwood tramroad. One day both trams will hopefully take their place as museum exhibits, but right now they must endure another winter of cold storage. (Photo by Andrew Waddington)<\/p><\/div>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Local dignitaries have recently been offering their support to the Fleetwood Heritage Leisure Trust’s initiatives to develop a tramway heritage centre in the town of Fleetwood. On November 16th, two local Politicians were shown around the planned site of the … Continue reading ![\"\"](\"http:\/\/www.britishtramsonline.co.uk\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2012\/12\/P1110845-1024x639.jpg\" "\\"P1110845\\"")
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