... The effects that Trams have had has been amazing to say the least, just take a look at how big the network is in Manchester now, with recent funding agreements the network will be increased to somewhere in the region of 100 stations!
So when the first Tram for over 50 years performed its ... Read review
This review already contains more than 120 words. As a Ciao member you could earn up to £5 with this review.
Advantages: A positive impact on the surrounding area Disadvantages: Very busy at rush hour
...its first run, the Croydon Tramlink marked a milestone for London Transport, but has also assisted in kicking off Croydon's first major regeneration plan since the 1960's. You look at Croydon today and you see a number of new offices and homes being built to an extent that the Croydon skyline is starting to resemble one of a small city, yet still Croydon only has Town status.
Opened in 2000, the Tramlink runs from New Addington in the South East, ... ...over them. So when the Tramlink Drivers began testing in mid 1999, it was a huge relief to local businesses in the area as a number of roads were again re-opened and the roadwork's had finally disappeared after three years of construction. A total of 28km of track was laid when the system was constructed.
Car and Lorry drivers had to acclimatise to the newer road layouts and systems that were put into place, as these gave the Tram priority over ...
Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average very helpful
Advantages: Quick, efficient way to travel from town centre to town centre Disadvantages: None
...to drive, let alone park. The return from George St. to Wimbledon was equally efficient and left me convinced that Tramlink are definitely on to a good thing and that this is undoubtedly the best way to travel from Wimbledon to Croydon. I recommend to everyone faced with this journey. ...
Read review
Ciao members have rated this review on average helpful