The Blackpool 'brush' car 630 arrived at Crich on Thursday 22nd of December.
In the Workshop along side Blackpool 762
Friday, 23 December 2011
Thursday, 22 December 2011
Blackpool 'brush' tramcar 630
The National Tramway Museum has taken delivery of the Blackpool 'brush' tramcar 630. The tram has had some bodywork repairs undertaken and has been fully repainted by Blackpool Transport before being dispatched to Crich.
Blackpool 'Brush' car loaded on to Scotts transporter ready to depart from Blackpool Transports Rigby Road Depot, with Blackpool Tower in the background.
Blackpool 630 on the way to Crich, on the outskirts of Blackpool it was necessary to avoid low hanging traffic lights by driving around the end of its bracket arm!
Blackpool 630 waits patiently in the lay just north of Preston, waiting for a police escort though the centre of the round about under M55 Jct 1, this was necessary as the height of the tram with its tower in place exceeds 16ft 6 inches and therefore is considered to be an out of gauge load.
Blackpool 630 passing under the M55 on the special private gated 'high load' road that has lowered section in the centre of the round about.
Blackpool 'Brush' car loaded on to Scotts transporter ready to depart from Blackpool Transports Rigby Road Depot, with Blackpool Tower in the background.
Blackpool 630 on the way to Crich, on the outskirts of Blackpool it was necessary to avoid low hanging traffic lights by driving around the end of its bracket arm!
Blackpool 630 waits patiently in the lay just north of Preston, waiting for a police escort though the centre of the round about under M55 Jct 1, this was necessary as the height of the tram with its tower in place exceeds 16ft 6 inches and therefore is considered to be an out of gauge load.
Blackpool 630 passing under the M55 on the special private gated 'high load' road that has lowered section in the centre of the round about.
Photographs taken on Wednesday 21st December 2011.
Friday, 16 December 2011
Thursday, 15 December 2011
A Day at the Trams
Here is a poem we received from Isobel and her Grandparents Brian and Judy. We enjoyed it so much we wanted to share it.
A Day at the Trams
Trams from here and trams from there,
And trams from countries everywhere.
Trams from the seaside, trams from the city.
When gentlemen more suits and hats,
And the ladies dressed so pretty.
You can race up the stairs to get the best place,
Sit on the balcony and get lots of space.
You can wave to the people and they wave back,
As the tram rattles and rumbles to the end of the track.
The trams were electric, horse drawn or steam,
Get your tickets ready! The conductors here with the machine.
When the tram reaches the end of the track, stand up! Shouts the conductor, and turn your seats back.
When we arrive at the last stop, Isobel jumps off the tram and runs to the shop.
She gets out her purse, and has a look round,
Two bouncy balls at 50p each, that just makes a pound.
Then we go for fish and chips, or sometimes just a bun.
So ends a day of laughter, and lots and lots of fun.
A Day at the Trams
Trams from here and trams from there,
And trams from countries everywhere.
Trams from the seaside, trams from the city.
When gentlemen more suits and hats,
And the ladies dressed so pretty.
You can race up the stairs to get the best place,
Sit on the balcony and get lots of space.
You can wave to the people and they wave back,
As the tram rattles and rumbles to the end of the track.
The trams were electric, horse drawn or steam,
Get your tickets ready! The conductors here with the machine.
When the tram reaches the end of the track, stand up! Shouts the conductor, and turn your seats back.
When we arrive at the last stop, Isobel jumps off the tram and runs to the shop.
She gets out her purse, and has a look round,
Two bouncy balls at 50p each, that just makes a pound.
Then we go for fish and chips, or sometimes just a bun.
So ends a day of laughter, and lots and lots of fun.
Fire Marshall Training
Staff and Volunteers took part in Fire Marshall Training on Sunday 11th and Wednesday 14th of December. Here are some photographs of practical demonstrations.
Thursday, 8 December 2011
The Sandford Award
The Museum is delighted to announce it has received the Sandford Award for Heritage Education from the Heritage Education Trust. The Awards Ceremony was held on Wednesday 30th of November in Durham Cathedral and was awarded by Professor Dame Rosemary Cramp.
Our learning team showing off the award in the new Learning Centre opened in 2011.
The award
Monday, 5 December 2011
Winter Track Work
Here are some of the latest pictures of the track work being carried out on the Glory Mine Extension. As you can see there have been a few wintery showers.
The track is now in place and being secured.
Wednesday, 30 November 2011
The Golden Age of the Tram
After countless phone calls from production/film companies doing programmes about transport and just including a small part about trams, our curator Glynn Wilton has managed to persuade a company to do a whole programme about trams which is being aired on Monday 5th December on BBC 4. Timeshift: The Golden Age of Trams features film footage from the Museum, an interview with Glynn and enthusiasts Richard and Anne Wiseman. The Museum also assisted with some historical content of the programme.
Monday, 28 November 2011
Glory Mine Extension Winter Work
More photographs from the work on Glory Mine Extension
Looking South from Glory Mine with the track bed clearly visable
The sleepers being moved by a JCB
A photograph taken from upon the bank of the track bed and Glory Mine Loop
The new track
Friday, 25 November 2011
Glory Mine Trackwork
Progress is being made on the Glory Mine track work. The original rail and sleeper have been removed and the ground is being prepared for the new rail.
These photographs show the new rail in place and ready to be secured to the sleepers.
Monday, 21 November 2011
The Band Stand
Work has started on developing the Band Stand Area. Funded by the Subscriber Plus Fund with additional funding being provided by two anonymous donations from Society members.
A wall and railings will divide the Band Stand area from the tram lines to create a park area and new pavement will be laid. The work should be completed in the New Year.
A wall and railings will divide the Band Stand area from the tram lines to create a park area and new pavement will be laid. The work should be completed in the New Year.
The Bandstand will be 100 years old next year.
Tuesday, 15 November 2011
Friday, 11 November 2011
Anderson Shelter
Mr & Mrs Claye kindly donated the Anderson Shelter to Crich in the memory of Colin Scothern whom they knew. Colin used to manage the Gift Shop at Crich which was named after him.
The Anderson Shelter will help to create a Allotment display at Crich in the coming years, with help from external funding.
The Shelter was collected by Glynn Wilton, Bob Hall and David Anderson
Thursday, 10 November 2011
Engineering Work
At the start of the closed period work has immediately started on the engineering works between Wakebridge and Glory Mine. The ex-Tramlink (Croydon) diesel powered works vehicle is seen here with the crane in use for lifting . It is preparing to transport new rail from the storage area at Cabin to the working area. The brand new rail will replace second hand used rail which was installed in 1977
Wednesday, 9 November 2011
More pictures of 762s arrival
762s last trip in Blackpool on Saturday 5th of November
Covered up and ready to start its journey to Crich. A special thanks to Merseyside Tramway Preservation Society for the loan of the tarpaulin.
Off the flatbed and onto the rail
In the shelter of the Workshop
Tuesday, 8 November 2011
131 arrives at Blackpool
Monday, 7 November 2011
Cardiff 131 on its way to Blackpool
Cardiff 131 at the start of its 4 hour journey to Blackpool. The water car is on loan to Blackpool to assist with rail cleaning.
Tuesday, 1 November 2011
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