Buses and Trams Around Leeds, 9781398118430
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Leeds’ lost buses and trams: A journey through transport history.

Buses and Trams Around Leeds

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    96 pages

  • Release Date

    15 November 2024

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Summary

Leeds on Wheels: A Journey Through the City’s Buses and Trams

The story of accessible public transport in Leeds began in 1871, with horse-drawn trams. Leeds Corporation acquired the network in 1893, quickly followed by electrification. The system grew significantly before its eventual closure in 1959.

Leeds was also an early adopter of trolleybuses, launching a route to Farnley Moor Top in 1911. Two additional routes were later introduced as feeders to the tram network, conn…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781398118430
ISBN-10:1398118435
Author:John Law
Publisher:Amberley Publishing
Imprint:Amberley Publishing
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:96
Release Date:15 November 2024
Weight:304g
Dimensions:234mm x 165mm
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Critics Review

‘This is undoubtedly a book that should not be missed and is highly recommended as one that is full of memories as well as the current scene.’ – Bus Fayre, Spring 2025

About The Author

John Law

John Law is a transport enthusiast and photographer based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire.

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