Supertram network improvements planned over the Bank Holiday weekend
Further investment into the Supertram system will take place during the Early May Bank Holiday weekend to enhance and future proof the network, improving the service for the millions who use it every year.
It follows the endorsement of the Supertram Business Plan at the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) Board last month, which saw a commitment to invest over £110m by 2027 including upgrades to the trams, track, control systems and power supplies alongside the construction of a new Tram Train station at Magna.
Works to replace worn rails on the tram network at Gleadless Townend tram stop will run from Saturday 3 May until Monday 5 May and affect Blue Route and Purple Route tram services.
A SYMCA spokesperson said: “These works are part of SYMCA’s ongoing investment in Supertram. By scheduling works over the bank holiday weekend when the tram network has lower passenger numbers, we hope to minimise any passenger and traffic disruption and keep people moving while this work progresses.
“By investing in the Supertram system, we’re increasing the longevity of the region’s tram network and ensuring the safe operation of this popular service for the millions of people who use it every year.”
The rail replacement works are essential to replace worn rails which will ensure trams can continue to operate safely for years to come. The new rails will give passengers a better travel experience by improving comfort, reducing noise, and reducing the risk of unplanned closures on the network.
The works will start at Gleadless Townend tram stop on Saturday 3 May and run until Monday 5 May and will affect Blue Route and Purple Route tram services.
Granville Road/The Sheffield College, Park Grange Croft, Park Grange, Arbourthorne Road, Spring Lane, Manor Top, Hollinsend, Gleadless Townend, Herdings/Leighton Road, Herdings Park, White Lane, Birley Lane, Birley Moor Road, Hackenthorpe, Donetsk Way, Moss Way, Crystal Peaks, Beighton/Drake House Lane, Waterthorpe, Westfield and Halfway tram stops will not be served during this time.
During the works, the Supertram network will run a revised timetable, and services will operate as follows:
A dedicated tram replacement bus service, BL1, will run between Fitzalan Square in the city centre and Halfway and will serve limited bus stops located near all the affected tram stops along the route as follows:
The BL1 will not serve Herdings/Leighton Road or Herdings Park. First Bus services 47 and 48 can be used for journeys between the city centre and Herdings Park or Herdings/Leighton Road.
All valid tram and multi-modal tickets will be accepted for travel on the BL1 replacement bus service and on First Bus services 47 and 48, for journeys between the city centre and Herdings/Leighton Road or Herdings Park. Customers can buy their ticket in advance using the TSY Mobile app or from a tram conductor.
Customers can view the BL1 timetable here or our online Timetable Finder.
Customers are advised to plan ahead and check the Network improvements webpage before the travel , by calling Traveline on 0800 952 0002 or via Supertram and Travel South Yorkshire social media channels.
Further areas of rail replacement will be undertaken throughout the year as part of the investment programme.
As well as rail investment works on the network, work started on 29 March to construct a new Tram Train station at Magna.
This means Tram Train services will not operate between Meadowhall South, Rotherham Central and Parkgate on Saturdays from 17:00 to the end of service, until winter 2025.
Dedicated tram replacement bus service, TT1, is serving affected stops between Meadowhall South and Parkgate during Saturday evenings. All valid tram and multi-modal tickets will be accepted for travel. Customers can buy their ticket in advance using the TSY Mobile app or from a tram conductor. A limited range of tickets will also be sold on board the Supertram replacement bus.
Click here for more information on the Magna Tram Train works and service changes.
It follows the endorsement of the Supertram Business Plan at the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) Board last month, which saw a commitment to invest over £110m by 2027 including upgrades to the trams, track, control systems and power supplies alongside the construction of a new Tram Train station at Magna.
Works to replace worn rails on the tram network at Gleadless Townend tram stop will run from Saturday 3 May until Monday 5 May and affect Blue Route and Purple Route tram services.
A SYMCA spokesperson said: “These works are part of SYMCA’s ongoing investment in Supertram. By scheduling works over the bank holiday weekend when the tram network has lower passenger numbers, we hope to minimise any passenger and traffic disruption and keep people moving while this work progresses.
“By investing in the Supertram system, we’re increasing the longevity of the region’s tram network and ensuring the safe operation of this popular service for the millions of people who use it every year.”
Rail replacement works at Gleadless Townend
The rail replacement works are essential to replace worn rails which will ensure trams can continue to operate safely for years to come. The new rails will give passengers a better travel experience by improving comfort, reducing noise, and reducing the risk of unplanned closures on the network.
The works will start at Gleadless Townend tram stop on Saturday 3 May and run until Monday 5 May and will affect Blue Route and Purple Route tram services.
Granville Road/The Sheffield College, Park Grange Croft, Park Grange, Arbourthorne Road, Spring Lane, Manor Top, Hollinsend, Gleadless Townend, Herdings/Leighton Road, Herdings Park, White Lane, Birley Lane, Birley Moor Road, Hackenthorpe, Donetsk Way, Moss Way, Crystal Peaks, Beighton/Drake House Lane, Waterthorpe, Westfield and Halfway tram stops will not be served during this time.
During the works, the Supertram network will run a revised timetable, and services will operate as follows:
- Blue Route tram services will run a revised route and operate between Malin Bridge and Sheffield Station only operating at the normal frequency of up to every 12 minutes
- Purple Route tram services will be suspended
- Yellow Route tram services will run as normal
- Tram Train services will run as normal except on Saturday evenings whilst the construction works for the new Magna Tram Train Station and Park & Ride facility take place.
A dedicated tram replacement bus service, BL1, will run between Fitzalan Square in the city centre and Halfway and will serve limited bus stops located near all the affected tram stops along the route as follows:
- Saturday: every 20 minutes in the early morning, every 12 minutes during the day, and every 30 minutes in the evening
- Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday: every 20 minutes in the early morning and during the day, and every 30 minutes in the evening.
The BL1 will not serve Herdings/Leighton Road or Herdings Park. First Bus services 47 and 48 can be used for journeys between the city centre and Herdings Park or Herdings/Leighton Road.
All valid tram and multi-modal tickets will be accepted for travel on the BL1 replacement bus service and on First Bus services 47 and 48, for journeys between the city centre and Herdings/Leighton Road or Herdings Park. Customers can buy their ticket in advance using the TSY Mobile app or from a tram conductor.
Customers can view the BL1 timetable here or our online Timetable Finder.
Customers are advised to plan ahead and check the Network improvements webpage before the travel , by calling Traveline on 0800 952 0002 or via Supertram and Travel South Yorkshire social media channels.
Further areas of rail replacement will be undertaken throughout the year as part of the investment programme.
Magna Tram Train works
As well as rail investment works on the network, work started on 29 March to construct a new Tram Train station at Magna.
This means Tram Train services will not operate between Meadowhall South, Rotherham Central and Parkgate on Saturdays from 17:00 to the end of service, until winter 2025.
Dedicated tram replacement bus service, TT1, is serving affected stops between Meadowhall South and Parkgate during Saturday evenings. All valid tram and multi-modal tickets will be accepted for travel. Customers can buy their ticket in advance using the TSY Mobile app or from a tram conductor. A limited range of tickets will also be sold on board the Supertram replacement bus.
Click here for more information on the Magna Tram Train works and service changes.
