A tram makes it way along the seafront of the seaside resort of Blackpool, Lancashire, August 1983A tram makes it way along the seafront of the seaside resort of Blackpool, Lancashire, August 1983
A tram makes it way along the seafront of the seaside resort of Blackpool, Lancashire, August 1983

31 nostalgic Blackpool tram photos which slice through history including Coronation Street's famous scene

Blackpool wouldn't be Blackpool without its trams.

They go hand in hand with our fabulous resort and have transported passengers on rhythmic journeys for decades.

Bygone eras recall the days of trams clattering their wheels along the tracks before the new ones came along which glide, in comparison.

There have been various routes through the years but have always remained a firm part of the promenade. They are not just vehicles, they are a charismatic feature and to this day, they still paint a vivid picture of seaside charm.

These photos remind us how important they are...

There have been various routes through the years but have always remained a firm part of the promenade. They are not just vehicles, they are a charismatic feature and to this day, they still paint a vivid picture of seaside charm.

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