Blackpool 11 has made its first moves at Beamish as it undertakes test moves around the depot yard. A number of adjustments are being made but as I write this it is shuffling back and forth to prove its interoperability here. As with all things there is an amount of paperwork to complete to evidence this. Line testing will take place out of hours, along with driver training.

Meanwhile the Balloon has received its Sunderland destination blinds and thanks to Blackpool Transport, a new spring has been collected and a full set of brake blocks supplied along with some traction wiring and other drawings. Busy times in the tram shed!