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Once inside the museum there is so much to see and do that you'll want to stay all day.

Here at Carlton Colville you will find a museum unique to the last detail, for this is the only place in the British Isles were visitors can not only view but also ride on all three principal forms of public transport from the earlier part of the 20th Century. whether you take a ride on the Woodland Tramway or experience the silence and comfort of the trolleybus service, there is a new discovery t

o be made every minute. Or why not soak up the atmosphere of the museum with a walk through our street scene - complete with authentic street furniture. There is also ample opportunity to view the many vehicles in the museum collection and see how these are restored to their former glory. Hear the swish of trolleypoles, the purr of the diesel engine or the rhythmic hiss of steam, making this a real trip back in time.

02/06/2026

🔧 Have you ridden on Blackpool 11 since it returned to service on Sunday?

Since it last operated on New Year’s Day, 11 has had prolonged maintenance carried out on the resilient wheel rubbers alongside a full overhaul of its air compressor.

This work means 11 can continue to safely carry passengers along our tramway for years to come. 🛤️

🤔 Planning on joining us this June? Let us know which vehicle you’re most looking forward to climbing on board in the comments.👇

31/05/2026

🚃 June Vehicle Rotas 🚎

It's the last day of May and vehicle rotas are now available for June!

We're excited to also announce that Blackpool 11 will be taking the place of London 1858 today (31st May) as it's compressor overhaul is now complete!

Don't forget, we're open on Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays from 11am-4.30pm.

Are you joining us for a Trip Back In Time this June?

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30/05/2026

🔔 You might think bells don't have much meaning, but in the world of 20th century transport, they had an entire language...

Before modern communications, vehicle crews relied on bells as a way to communicate quickly.

A single ring, a double ring, or a pause in between could all mean different instructions depending on the system in use.

It was all done by sound, timing, and trust — and everyone had to know exactly what each meant.

At the East Anglia Transport Museum, our bell signals from conductor to driver are as follows:
One ring - stop at the next stop
Two rings - safe to depart
Two rings, followed by one ring - cancel last instruction
Four rings - emergency stop

But what do you think three rings means? Let us know in the comments!

We also have a completely different set of meanings from driver to conductor!

Next time you hear a bell here, it’s worth remembering it carries real instructions, not just nostalgia.

We’ll be back open tomorrow from 11am-4.30pm for the final day of Half Term.

29/05/2026

🐸 If someone asked you to “pull the frog” for them today, you’d probably assume they’d lost the plot.

Yet for much of the 20th century, it was a perfectly ordinary instruction for hundreds of thousands of tram and trolleybus crews across the UK.

A “frog pull” was part of the overhead wiring system that guided the trolley pole(s) of trolleybuses and trams. The “frog” itself was a junction point in the wires, allowing a trolley head to switch from one route to another without losing contact with the power supply.

These junctions were often spring-loaded to default to a set route. If the vehicle needed to take the alternative line, the conductor would step down and pull a handle attached to the traction pole to guide it through the correct path.

The term “frog pull” comes from the shape of the junction itself, which resembled the frog of a horse’s hoof. 🐴

So next time you’re on one of our trolleybuses and hear the conductor shout “please remain seated,” glance out of the right-hand window — you might just catch them pulling the frog.

28/05/2026

We’re open today from 11am to 4.30pm! 🚎

British trolleybuses are a rare piece of transport history — quiet, comfy and fully electric long before it became fashionable.

Do you remember travelling on trolleybuses growing up?

27/05/2026

Bom Bom Bom Bom....

Did your family use Esso Blue?

26/05/2026

We’re open again today! 🚃

Trams once carried people through towns and cities every day — now you can still ride them here, just at a slightly more leisurely pace (and with fewer traffic jams).

Have you ever travelled on a tram before, or will this be your first time stepping aboard one?

25/05/2026

Bank Holiday Monday is here, and we’re open! 🚋

A full day of trams, trolleybuses and railway rides — perfect for a relaxed day out (and possibly avoiding the to-do list waiting for you at home!)

If you’ve ever said “we should go there one day”… this is that day.

And don’t worry, we’ll help you up the first step if needed. 😉

Do you remember travelling on any of our vintage vehicles in service?

24/05/2026

Half Term is here and we’re open Today, Bank Holiday Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and next Sunday! 🥳

🚃 Trams, trolleybuses, and the narrow-gauge railway are all running, ready for you to embark on a trip back in time. If you’re looking for something different to do this week, we’re ready to be your next great day out!

Are you planning to visit us soon? 🤔

17/05/2026

We’re now open for day 2 of the Swinging 60s Weekend!

And the fabulous The Austin Beats are performing again today at 1pm & 3pm!

Will you be joining us?

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Address

Chapel Road, Carlton Colville
Lowestoft
NR338BL

Opening Hours

Tuesday	11am - 4:30pm
Thursday	11am - 4:30pm
Sunday	11am - 4:30pm

Website

http://eatm.co.uk/

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