Shipley Glen Tramway – Christmas Special 2022

K folks.
Something a bit special will be happening on 18th May.
It is the One Hundred and Thirtieth Anniversary of the Tramway.
AMAZING!!!
It was on the 18th of May 1895 that the very first paying passengers climbed aboard the first Tram.

Now in 2025, you can still ride on the original route. (Bring an old Penny and you can ride at the original price as well; 1d per trip).

Shipley Glen Tramway is open from 11am to 4pm on Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18. The 130th anniversary will be celebrated on Sunday, May 18. The Tramway will run as normal on the Saturday but on the Sunday visitors wearing Edwardian dress or an Edwardian hat or bringing a pre decimal one penny or halfpenny can ride on it for free. On the Sunday there will be also be a Punch and Judy Show, songs from the Altogether Now Choir, a display of vintage Jowett cars and the chance to meet an alpaca. Shipley Rotary Club will be organising refreshments at the Tramway Museum.

We will be open Saturdays and Sundays until autumn (providing we have enough volunteers).
If you fancy volunteering, then please drop us an email.

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

Opening times & Fares

We are open from 12 noon to 4 pm every Saturday and Sunday.
Easter, we will be open all three days.
Fares for 2025
Adult return: £2.50 (day rover) single: £1.50
Junior (6 to 15yrs) return: £1.00 (day rover) single 50p
Please note that payment is by card.
Family passes are £25.00 for 12 months from the date of purchase.
We cannot give change, so please bear this in mind if you really want to use cash. Tender the exact amount.
We regret we cannot offer concessions or discounts.

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 Titus school during weekends and holidays.

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

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