The Tramtown vision takes one of the last remaining working first generation double decker tram depots in the world and transforms it into a Heritage Tram Centre.
It features a new engineers’ workshop, stabling area for Blackpool’s old trams including its illuminated trams, and creates a brand new exhibition area including cafe, heritage shops and conference facilities at the Rigby Road depot.The scheme is broken down in four phases, with Phase One having secured £800,000 funding with the support of Blackpool Council and Blackpool Transport.
Tramtown is open every week with tours every Saturday and Monday through the winter and extended days during the summer and October.
Take a look at our pictures from the launch day…
Tramtown is open every week with tours every Saturday and Monday through the winter and extended days during the summer and October.
7. Heritage treasures at Blackpool Tramtown
Classic trams in a variety of shapes and sizes are to be seen at Tramtown in Rigby Road, Blackpool. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Stuttard
8. Heritage treasures at Blackpool Tramtown
The tram depot at Rigby Road, Blackpool is one of only three such original facilities in the world still operational with working trams. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Stuttard
9. Heritage treasures at Blackpool Tramtown
There are classic trams galore to be seen at Tramtown in Blackpool. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Stuttard
10. Heritage treasures at Blackpool Tramtown
Blackpool's trams are synonymous with all that's best about the resort. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Stuttard
11. Heritage treasures at Blackpool Tramtown
Vintage trams can be seen indoors and out at Tramtown. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Stuttard
12. Heritage treasures at Blackpool Tramtown
Tram 710, as famously featured on TV's Coronation Street, being delivered to the Rigby Road depot which houses Tramtown. Photo: subnit