Supertram renewal works near Manor Top, Hollinsend and Park Grange

Works take place from Monday 28 July to Friday 15 August.

These works won't affect services for Tramlines.



Information on this page:



Essential works to improve your Supertram network will take place from Monday 28 July to Friday 15 August inclusive (19 days).

We'll complete a number of improvement works to enhance your journey and ensure continued reliability, including:

  • Track renewal works on Ridgeway Road between Manor Top and Hollinsend tram stops
  • Track renewal works on Norfolk Park Viaduct (between Granville Road and Park Grange Croft tram stops)
  • Replacing rail sealing polymer near Park Grange tram stop

View more information about how we're improving your network on the Supertram Network Improvements page.

These works will not affect services for Tramlines, which takes place in Hillsborough Park from Friday 25 to Sunday 27 July. View travel information for Tramlines.

View Supertram Network Map (28 July to 15 August 2025)




Tram service

Travel during these works

Blue route

The Blue route will be partially replaced by bus service BP1.

  • Trams operate between Malin Bridge and Sheffield Station, at a normal frequency of up to every 12 minutes
  • Trams operate between Halfway and Gleadless Townend, up to every 15 minutes
  • Replacement bus service BP1 will provide connection between each part of the Blue route

Change between tram and replacement bus services at Fitzalan Square and Gleadless Townend to continue your journey.

➔ View Blue route (28 July to 15 August) in text format


The temporary Blue route timetable is currently unavailable, please check back on Wednesday 16 July.
 Replacement bus service BP1


Purple route

The Purple route will be replaced by bus service BP1.

BP1 Bus

Supertram Replacement Bus Service

Replacement bus service BP1 will provide a frequent and reliable connection to tram services, operating between Fitzalan Square and Herdings Park.

Change between tram and replacement bus services at Fitzalan Square and Gleadless Townend.

  • Timetabled to connect with trams: Services operate up to every 15 minutes, and are synced with tram service frequency throughout the day.
  • Express service: This bus only stops at specific bus stops which are located near to affected tram stops.
  • Travel with your tram ticket: Show any valid tram ticket purchased in advance using the TSY Mobile App or from a tram conductor. Tickets can also be purchased from the bus driver.

Speed up your journey by having your ticket ready to show the driver. You can also purchase a ticket using contactless card or cash when you board, just ask for a ticket like you would do from a tram conductor.

Bus only tickets are not accepted by the replacement bus service.

➔ View BP1 Bus route in text format
➔ How to use the replacement bus

Yellow route

No changes from these works.
 View more information about the Yellow route

Tram Train route


Tram services in this area are expected to resume on Saturday 16 August.

Tram Stop iconReplacement bus stop locations

The renewal works taking place near Manor Top, Hollinsend and Park Grange will prevent trams from being able to serve stops from Granville Road to Hollinsend, and Herdings/Leighton Road to Herdings Park. The majority of the Supertram network will remain open.

You may need to use the replacement bus for part of your journey. Connect between tram and bus services at Fitzalan Square and Gleadless Townend.

TR1 Tram Replacement Bus IconTram replacement bus stops will be marked and have information provided where possible. Use the maps in the sections below to plan ahead and find the location of your replacement bus stop.


Click on a tram stop to view information about replacement bus stops:

Fitzalan Square
Sheffield Station
Granville Road
Park Grange Croft
Park Grange
Arbourthorne Road
Spring Lane
Manor Top
Hollinsend
Gleadless Townend
Herdings/Leighton Road
Herdings Park

Changes to local transport

These renewal works will affect some roads and footpaths, but disruption is expected to be minimal.

Walking iconPedestrians

At Halfway, the pedestrian crossing between the tram stop and Park and Ride nearest to the cabin will be closed. Please use the other crossing.

Car iconRoads

The renewal works taking place on Ridgeway Road between Manor Top and Hollinsend tram stops will require us to close one lane of traffic. This may result in some delays to road users, but no diversions are required.

Work taking place on Park Grange Road will require traffic management measures, which may result in some delays to road users, but no diversions are required. 

Other travel options

Park and Ride

All Travel South Yorkshire Park and Ride sites will remain open during these works, offering free parking as usual.
 View more information about Park and Ride

Walking, Wheeling and Cycling
It may be quicker and more convenient to walk, wheel or cycle part of your journey to connect to services at a different stop.

Free cycle parking is available at Sheffield Interchange.

Approximate walking times between nearby and affected tram stops:

  • Sheffield Station to Granville Road: 5 minutes (350 metres)
  • Granville Road to Park Grange Croft: 12 minutes (750 metres)
  • Park Grange Croft to Park Grange: 9 minutes (550 metres)
  • Park Grange to Arbourthorne Road: 14 minutes (800 metres)
  • Arbourthorne Road to Spring Lane: 11 minutes (800 metres)
  • Spring Lane to Manor Top: 17 minutes (1,100 metres)
  • Manor Top to Hollinsend: 12 minutes (900 metres)
  • Hollinsend to Gleadless Townend: 12 minutes (750 metres)
  • Gleadless Townend to Herdings/Leighton Road: 9 minutes (650 metres)
  • Herdings/Leighton Road to Herdings Park: 8 minutes (600 metres)
Alternative Bus Services
There are alternative travel options through the wider South Yorkshire bus network.

Our Journey Planner can help you plan your journey during the works, and will have information about tram replacement and regular bus services.

It should be noted that during these works, Supertram tickets will not be accepted on local bus services, only the Supertram replacement bus.

Tram Stop iconFurther help and support

We're working hard to keep you moving and minimise any temporary disruption arising from these works at Manor Top, Hollinsend, Park Grange and Park Grange Croft. Further help, support and information is available in many ways:

Get help at an Interchange

Our customer service teams at Travel South Yorkshire Interchanges can provide more information about these works and help you plan your journey. Interchanges with staff along the Blue and Purple route include:

 View more information about customer service availability at Interchanges

Call Traveline

Our contact centre team is available to help over the phone for free. Just call 0800 952 0002.

 View more information and opening hours

Speak to a Tram Conductor

Our onboard conductors are happy to help and provide more information about the affect of the works on your journey.

Share your feedback

Your feedback on how these improvement works at affect your journey is important to us. We want to minimise any disruption as much as possible and ensure that it’s still as easy as possible for everyone to travel.

If you would like to share any feedback, or have a particular concern about your experience, please contact Traveline.

Support for residents and businesses

Letters have been sent to local residents and businesses notifying them in advance of these works. Contact details for our contractor VolkerRail have been provided.

Unfortunately these works will generate noise, and our contractor will be working 24 hours a day. VolkerRail will endeavour to reduce noise as much as possible.



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Page last reviewed: 15 July 2025

Next review due: 16 July 2025