Shipley Glenn Tramway

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About

This unique tramway was built in 1895 and operates narrow-gauge 'toastrack' cable-hauled trams. Two trams with canopy tops, run up and down a steep wooded hill every 3 minutes or as required. Restored and operated by volunteers. Museum open at bottom station - pictorial history and artefacts relating to Shipley Glen and tramway.

A short walk from the world heritage village of Saltaire.

Wheel chair access is good to both top and bottom station. Wheelchairs can ride on the trams.

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Guide Prices

Ticket TypeTicket Tariff
Adult Day Rover£2.50 per adult
Junior Day Rover£1.50 per child
Junior Single 5-16yrs£0.50 per child
Single£1.50 per adult

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 via The Shipley Glen Tramway website.
Terms and conditions apply.

Events

Saturday, 30th March 2024 - Monday, 1st April 2024

Easter Shipley GlenEaster at Shipley Glen TramwayCome and join in on the Easter fun at the Shipley Glen Tramway!
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Facilities

Accessibility

  • Disabled access

Children

  • Children welcome

Property Facilities

  • Dogs Accepted
  • Gift shop
  • Smoking not allowed

Target Markets

  • Accepts groups
  • Coach parties accepted

Map & Directions

Road Directions

By Road: M62, M606 - follow signs for Salts Mill. From Shipley follow signs for Otley, then tramway is signposted about 1km from Shipley. By Public Transport: Turn left out of Saltaire station down Victoria Road. Turn left at end of Victoria Road, follow brown tourist sign to tramway, across foot bridge and through Roberts Park. .

Shipley Glen Cable Tramway

Type:Museum - Transport

Prod Lane, Baildon, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD17 5BN
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Opening Times

* 12:00-16:00 Summer Open: Saturdays & Sundays
12:00 -16:00 Winter Open: Sundays only until Easter

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