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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 Type | Ticket Tariff |
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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.
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. .