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Sheffield: From Tram to Tram-Train

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The Sheffield Supertram system was only the second modern tramway network to be built in the UK. Opened in 1994, it was the first system to feature extensive on-street running in the city centre and through outlying districts, as well as segregated running on brand-new alignments. More than two decades since the first trams ventured onto the streets, Supertram has become an established part of the city landscape, carrying around 12 million passengers every year. In 2018 Supertram achieved another notable first with the introduction of the UK’s first tram-train service – to Rotherham Parkgate. Sheffield: From Tram to Tram-Train tells the story of Sheffield’s pioneering light rail systems. It begins with a brief look back at Sheffield’s first tramway that opened way back in 1873. At the time of its closure in 1960, the Sheffield Corporation Tramway was one of very few first-generation tramways still in operation. The book contains details of all the original Sheffield trams that survive in preservation. It then turns to the Supertram project of the early 1990s, with extensive details of the planning and design of what was then a relatively new concept in the UK. Looks at how Parliamentary Powers were obtained and funding secured to build the network, followed by details of the construction process, including a survey of each Supertram route. Day-to day operations are examined, including driver training, deployment of trams, the signalling system, ticketing, fares and the timetable. Infrastructure is also covered, including tram stops, Nunnery depot, signalling, trackwork and electrification. The various extensions proposed over the years are also discussed. The original Siemens tram fleet and the new Stadler tram-trains are examined, with technical specifications and interior layouts of both types, plus details of refurbishment programme and liveries carried over the years. Accidents and mishaps are also covered. Finally, the book turns to the Rotherham tram-train project, looking at how initial proposals for a service on the Sheffield–Huddersfield rail line were gradually abandoned in favour of the Parkgate scheme. It examines the unique operating requirements of tram-train and its potential for use elsewhere in the UK. Using original documentation and publicity material, together with maps and many previously unpublished photographs, Sheffield: From Tram to Tram-Train is the complete story of South Yorkshire Supertram . An essential addition to any book collection. 128 pages.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A very welcome present

s. · 8 January 2021

This item was bought as a present for my husband who found it to be very intersting and informative.

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic new book on Sheffield's tram system

U. · 1 August 2020

Great that Platform 5 Publications is back in the "tram book business". I still hold dear their Light Rail Reviews they published from the late 1980''s to the late 1990's This books gives a brief summery of the first generation tram system in Sheffield and then show how this new second generation system was developed and finally opened in 1994. It is very well written with many great photos and structured in a helpful way. So I can highly recommend this book, the first one written on this English tram system since 1995. Of course this new book includes as the title implies the Tram-Train extension.So sad the promised new tram systems in Leeds, Liverpool, Bristol and South Hampshire (Fareham - Portsmouth) were all killed of by the last Labour government, so Sheffield was lucky to get one beforehand. It is a great system through there are still problems as it is not fully integrated with the buses, not a very smart move. But this book will make you want to visit the Sheffield and its trams as soon as possible. While by now nearly all larger cities in Europe without an Urban rail system are now in the UK, it is good the know that the very few we have, will get covered by Platform 5 publications in the next few years as promised in the editorial. So there are more such books to look forward too! But for now get this highly recommended book.

5.0 out of 5 stars A very interesting informative and enjoyable read

I. · 9 May 2022

A very interesting informative and enjoyable read. It clearly outlines the history and development of Supertram, and records it's progress over the years. Well illustrated and eminently readable.

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The Sheffield Supertram system was only the second modern tramway network to be built in the UK. Opened in 1994, it was the first system to feature extensive on-street running in the city centre and through outlying districts, as well as segregated running on brand-new alignments. More than two decades since the first trams ventured onto the streets, Supertram has become an established part of the city landscape, carrying around 12 million passengers every year. In 2018 Supertram achieved another notable first with the introduction of the UK’s first tram-train service – to Rotherham Parkgate. Sheffield: From Tram to Tram-Train tells the story of Sheffield’s pioneering light rail systems. It begins with a brief look back at Sheffield’s first tramway that opened way back in 1873. At the time of its closure in 1960, the Sheffield Corporation Tramway was one of very few first-generation tramways still in operation. The book contains details of all the original Sheffield trams that survive in preservation. It then turns to the Supertram project of the early 1990s, with extensive details of the planning and design of what was then a relatively new concept in the UK. Looks at how Parliamentary Powers were obtained and funding secured to build the network, followed by details of the construction process, including a survey of each Supertram route. Day-to day operations are examined, including driver training, deployment of trams, the signalling system, ticketing, fares and the timetable. Infrastructure is also covered, including tram stops, Nunnery depot, signalling, trackwork and electrification. The various extensions proposed over the years are also discussed. The original Siemens tram fleet and the new Stadler tram-trains are examined, with technical specifications and interior layouts of both types, plus details of refurbishment programme and liveries carried over the years. Accidents and mishaps are also covered. Finally, the book turns to the Rotherham tram-train project, looking at how initial proposals for a service on the Sheffield–Huddersfield rail line were gradually abandoned in favour of the Parkgate scheme. It examines the unique operating requirements of tram-train and its potential for use elsewhere in the UK. Using original documentation and publicity material, together with maps and many previously unpublished photographs, Sheffield: From Tram to Tram-Train is the complete story of South Yorkshire Supertram . An essential addition to any book collection. 128 pages.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A very welcome present

s. · 8 January 2021

This item was bought as a present for my husband who found it to be very intersting and informative.

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic new book on Sheffield's tram system

U. · 1 August 2020

Great that Platform 5 Publications is back in the "tram book business". I still hold dear their Light Rail Reviews they published from the late 1980''s to the late 1990's This books gives a brief summery of the first generation tram system in Sheffield and then show how this new second generation system was developed and finally opened in 1994. It is very well written with many great photos and structured in a helpful way. So I can highly recommend this book, the first one written on this English tram system since 1995. Of course this new book includes as the title implies the Tram-Train extension.So sad the promised new tram systems in Leeds, Liverpool, Bristol and South Hampshire (Fareham - Portsmouth) were all killed of by the last Labour government, so Sheffield was lucky to get one beforehand. It is a great system through there are still problems as it is not fully integrated with the buses, not a very smart move. But this book will make you want to visit the Sheffield and its trams as soon as possible. While by now nearly all larger cities in Europe without an Urban rail system are now in the UK, it is good the know that the very few we have, will get covered by Platform 5 publications in the next few years as promised in the editorial. So there are more such books to look forward too! But for now get this highly recommended book.

5.0 out of 5 stars A very interesting informative and enjoyable read

I. · 9 May 2022

A very interesting informative and enjoyable read. It clearly outlines the history and development of Supertram, and records it's progress over the years. Well illustrated and eminently readable.

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