Noise warning issued as key Nottingham tram route to close for almost two weeks

A key stretch of the Nottingham tram network will close for almost two weeks while work is carried out. There will be no service between Old Market Square and the Forest between July 2 and July 14, affecting the High School, Nottingham Trent University and Royal Centre stops.

Network operator Nottingham Express Transit (NET) said this was due to essential tram track improvements and warned nearby residents the 24/7 works could experience noise. A replacement bus service will run every ten minutes between The Forest Park and Ride tram stop and Market Street before normal service resumes on July 16.

Trevor Stocker, NET head of operations, said: “We’re committed to ensuring the optimal safety and reliability for our tram users, and these track works are an essential part of that. Some of our tram tracks have been operating since 2004, so with natural wear and tear, this type of maintenance work allows us to keep everything running smoothly – especially on such a key and highly-used part of our tram network.

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“Like with any of our improvement works, we put steps in place to keep disruption levels to a minimum. The track works starting on Tuesday, July 2 will be ongoing 24/7, so noise prevention measures will be implemented. However, people may experience some noise while the works are taking place, just for a short period of time.

“We ask that all affected tram users plan ahead, allow additional time for their journeys and become familiar with our replacement bus service. Normal service is set to resume Monday 15 July as we head into the working week.”