Shipley Glen Tramway – Official website

Santa had a great year at the Tramway.
He will be back in 2026, so keep an eye out.
He saw 840 children, which was a great turnout. Lots of happy faces.

We reopen on the 4th January 2026. Look forward to seeing you then.

Looking for a cheap children's game? Then we might have what you are looking for.
Brand new stock, come & have a look. £3.00 each or four for a tenner!

If you fancy volunteering for any role, then please drop us an email.

We are a wheelchair friendly attraction. We can accommodate regular chairs; there are no steps to negotiate.
We cannot take mobility scooters on the trams, though.

Please note that it has been our policy for some time now not to accept cash.
We make exceptions, but we cannot handle much cash, so please use a card.
With the closure of Banks we cannot be expected to troll miles to pay money in. We do have full card handling facilities.
Please do not abuse our volunteers if and when you are asked to pay by card.
Thanks

FAMILY PASSES
These will still be available for 2026, but the cost will be £45.00.
Of course, we will honour any that are still valid and in date.

Opening times & Fares

Tram rides and Special Events

Our trams run throughout our opening times. Additionally during the holidays we run special events such as Santa's Specials
Normal rides do not need to be booked in advance - just arrive, buy a ticket and enjoy the ride!
Special events can be booked in advance and this may done using the 'Book Here!' button or using the calendar on the right. These appear as appropriate and as available

What to see and do here

Obviously, a ride on the tram is a 'must do'!
Your journey starts at either the upper station (Prod Lane) or the lower station (Roberts Park end. The upper station is where there is an 'olde-world shoppe' selling sweets and confectionary items.
The ride travels through the beautifully scenic woods down the glen. The bottom is where the information Centre is. Here you can see some of the history of the tramway.
You are then just across the road from Roberts Park (Saltaire) with pleasant walks through the gardens to the River Aire and various picnic areas.
Going further, and over the Leeds-Liverpool Canal is the world renowned Salts Mill with shops, cafes and more - all well worth a visit!
Parking is available at the turnaround shown on the map, during weekends and holidays. Do not park in the school carpark, as you will be locked-in.

Please read this:

Please understand we are a charity and our volunteers are totally unpaid - please treat them and other visitors with respect and kindness.
We welcome all our visitors, children and pets (including dogs). We do ask that all act responsibly and with courtesy to all.
Our volunteers have the responsibility and authority to request good behaviour and in some cases will suspend operations and cancel tickets to ensure all have an enjoyable experience.

Top Station Parking. For the Moors

Bottom Station Parking. For Roberts Park and Saltaire.
Don't use the school carpark as this is locked.

Please note that we can no longer transport bikes apart from children's cycles. Bikes have been causing damage to the trams so we have to call a halt to carrying them. Sorry!

Supported by Baildon Town Council

We accept Mastercard & Visa