Tram disruption set to take place this Halloween
Casey Peyton
17 October 2025

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South Yorkshire’s Supertram network will undergo more rail replacement works at the end of the month following big investments.

The works are part of the final phase of a major programme of investment delivered throughout this year, as part of South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority’s (SYMCA) commitment to invest over £110m by 2027.

This includes upgrades to the trams, tracks, control systems and power supplies alongside the construction of a new Tram Train station at Magna.

Melanie Corcoran, SYMCA’s Executive Director of Transport, said: “These works are part of SYMCA’s ongoing investment in Supertram. By scheduling them during the school holidays, when passenger numbers are lower, we aim to minimise disruption. 

“Our reliable replacement bus services are scheduled to connect with trams for onward travel so people can continue to make journeys during this time.”

The next stage of works will begin on Infirmary Road from Sunday 26 October to Friday 31 October and will partially affect Blue and Yellow route tram services.

Infirmary Road, Langsett/Primrose View, Bamforth Street, Hillsborough Interchange, Malin Bridge, Hillsborough Park, Leppings Lane and Middlewood tram stops will not be served during this time. 

Mrs Corcoran added: “We’re grateful to customers for their patience during this period of ambitious and essential upgrades.”

“This investment will help ensure the safe and reliable operation of Supertram for the millions who rely on it every year.” 

The works are essential to replace worn rails and ensure trams can continue to operate safely in the future.

The new rails will hopefully give passengers a better travel experience by improving comfort, reducing noise, and reducing the risk of unplanned closures on the network.

The majority of the Supertram system will run as normal, but the Blue and Yellow routes will run slightly different.

Blue route services will run between Halfway and Shalesmoor for Kelham Island operating up to every 12 minutes. 

Yellow route services will run between Meadowhall Interchange and Cathedral during the day until around 8:00pm on Monday to Friday, after 8:00pm and all day Sunday, it will extend beyond Cathedral and run between  Shalesmoor for Kelham Island and Meadowhall Interchange.

Further information about traffic diversions is available on the Infirmary Road traffic diversions webpage.