Shipley Glen Fairground

4.5/5
(366) · Attractions & activities in Shipley, United Kingdom
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Take a ride on this totally unique mode of transport, the oldest working cable tramway in the UK. At 1/4 mile long through woodland it saves on a steep walk …

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Mar 26, 2025
visited with my 5 year old son. return ticket allows as many rides as you want. It's nice to see these Victorian trams being maintained and run by very nice volunteers.Full review by jamesbS9334OY
Dec 8, 2024
Tram journey was scenic, a short distance from prod lane end to Roberts park end. Felt festive.. Tickets need to be bought from the small shop. On our return from Roberts park end, the elderly male a…Full review by Travelling_hatun
Jun 11, 2024
Fun activity to do when exploring Bradford and Shipley. Extremely kind and helpful staff and volunteers, and the tram really feels vintage and old-school. Treasured history!Full review by hchshw
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What is there to do at the top? Will I be able to take a pram?
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You don't need to fold the pushchair
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Is it possible to walk along by the canal to the tramway?
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Distance from canal 10 minute walk half a mile.
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I feel silly asking this question but I live in Bradford - 1 mile from frizinghall so I guess I would get on to this tram from …
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I feel silly asking this question but I live in Bradford - 1 mile from frizinghall so I guess I would get on to this tram from saltaire as that's closer to me than the baildon one. Can anyone tell me exactly where i would need to go for this tram? I.e. Nearby landmarks ? If you can upload a picture to this app of where I would need to get on that would be really helpful
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Hi ifyou look on our website under Where are we, them the bus/train routed are all there. Thanke
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I'm staying at the Ibis hotel by the canal how far away is this attraction
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It is about a 20min walk or 10 min in car
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Answer by John P · Apr 15, 2016
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Are you open tomorrow 1/4/16
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No. Saturday and sunday 12. To 26.40
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