Supertram: Sheffield tram stops to close for rail replacement work

Supertram was opened in 1994 with a tram-train extension covering parts of Rotherham opening in 2018

No trams will stop in Sheffield city centre during an nine-day rail replacement project taking place later this month.

During the work, set to start on 24 May, no services will be able to operate between Fitzalan Square/Ponds Forge and University.

Supertram said the multi-million pound project would "future-proof and extend the lifespan of the network".

A revised timetable and replacement transport will be in operation.

During the work, being carried out by contractor VolkerRail, the West Street, City Hall, Cathedral, Castle Square and Fitzalan Square/Ponds Forge tram stops will not be served.

The stop at Netherthorpe Road will also be closed while the tram shelters are replaced.

The work will begin after the last tram of the evening on 24 May and is scheduled to finish in time for services to resume as normal on 3 June.

Supertram was brought back under public control earlier this year after 27 years of being run privately.

Melanie Corcoran, executive director of transport at the South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority, said the works were "essential" to extend the lifespan of the Supertram network.

"By replacing the track we're making sure the region's tram network can continue to safely provide its popular service for generations to come," she said.

A full revised timetable will be available via the Travel South Yorkshire website.