Nostalgia: The Great Orme Tramway celebrates 120 years

The idea for a Tramway was first put in motion following the passing of The Great Orme Tramways Act, which set out fares, its length and its purpose – to transport passengers, goods and parcels up and down the Great Orme.

The Tramway was approved in 1898, with fares and routes laid out. Picture: Conwy Archive Service

The first passengers rode on the Tramway on July 31 1902, where they were seen off by Llandudno’s town band.

Many changes would occur in years to come, from its sale to different owners, being renamed multiple times, and in 1957 its switch from old steam-powered engines to electric engines.

The trams' steam-powered engines were replaced with electric ones in 1957. Picture: Conwy Archive Service

120 years later, it remains as popular as ever, carrying around 190,000 visitors of all ages and nationalities on the mile journey up the Great Orme every year.

Conwy County Borough Council took over stewardship of the landmark in 1977. Picture: Conwy Archive Service

With events set to be announced throughout the year, the Community Weekend, where local residents get a discount, will remain in place.

Conwy County Borough Council expect the Tramway to open up to the public at the end of March.