Reginald Dixon Blackpool tram unveiled: Pictures of the historic tram being shown on for the first time

By James Graves
Published 9th Aug 2021, 13:06 BST
Updated 9th Aug 2021, 13:08 BST

An historic Blackpool tram has been named after Reginald Dixon MBE, best known for his time spent as organist at the Blackpool Tower.

Reg, as he was commonly known, he held the position in the famous Tower Ballroom for 40 years and he was a household name during his years at the Blackpool Tower from 1930 to 1970, with live broadcasts of his performances being aired each week during the summer season on the BBC Light Programme, now Radio 2.

A classic Blackpool image - Tower, tram and Promenadeplaceholder image
A classic Blackpool image - Tower, tram and Promenade

The Blackpool Tram was officially renamed today on Friday by Reg’s daughter, Jill Steel, along with other members of the family.

With the resort set to welcome a record number of visitors over the summer, the Blackpool Heritage Tram team are acknowledging Reg for his contribution to the promotion of the town in times gone by.placeholder image
With the resort set to welcome a record number of visitors over the summer, the Blackpool Heritage Tram team are acknowledging Reg for his contribution to the promotion of the town in times gone by.
The tram was unveiled by Reg's daughter Jill Steelplaceholder image
The tram was unveiled by Reg's daughter Jill Steel
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