An old postcard of the Upwell Tram - dated 1907 - heading towards Wisbech by Blands Trees in front of Inglethorpe Manor, Emneth.
A wonderful postcard shot of the tramway in its heyday, long before the First World War or much in the way of motorised traffic, and 20 years before closure to passengers. It was this shot that first got me interested in this fascinating line, seen in a book in the early 70s.
This may of course become a common sight in the future when oil has vanished, along with road traffic, and many rural and minor lines revert to steam haulage. Whether these future steam trams and tramways will recreate the charm and rural perfection of this scene is anybody's guess ...
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