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Heaton Park Tram Returns After £481,000 Boost
29 Jan
Summary
- A £481,000 investment will restore the historic Heaton Park tram.
- The tramway is expected to resume operations in spring 2026.
- Restoration ensures the tram will serve visitors for many years.

The beloved 1901 Heaton Park tramway in Manchester is set to resume service following a substantial £481,000 allocation from the City Council. The tramway has been non-operational for the past year, necessitating critical safety overhauls for its electrical substation.
Anticipated to restart in spring 2026, the restoration coincides with the tramway's 125th anniversary. This investment secures the safe operation of the vintage trams for the foreseeable future.
Volunteers from the Manchester Transport Museum Society have been instrumental in maintaining and operating the trams since 1979. The council's funding is seen as a significant endorsement of their long-standing dedication.




