I remember when the home bargains was a bus station ! At that time, all the illuminated trams were still active. I used to love the hissing sound the trolley wheel made on the wire, lost now in the pantograph days, and the bogie rattle. Its a shame there are so few heritage trams left in Blackpool, they were one of the main attractions whereas the modern ones are basically just a bus service.
It's a pity that every tram has been modified in some way and not one is in original condition. Otherwise, it is good to see that so many have been preserved!