# Shipley Glen Cable Tramway, Baildon — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info

> Take a nostalgic journey on Britain's oldest functioning cable tramway, dating back to 1895, as it carries you through beautiful wooded scenery at Baildon for a memorable family adventure.

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Tourist Attraction

# Shipley Glen Cable Tramway

Prod Lane

[View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=1292529079257789940&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

Photo: [Shipley Glen Tramway](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/117749333982520762213)

**In short:** Shipley Glen Cable Tramway is an attraction in Baildon, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 550 Google reviews.

Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places

## About Shipley Glen Cable Tramway

Take a nostalgic journey on Britain's oldest functioning cable tramway, dating back to 1895, as it carries you through beautiful wooded scenery at Baildon for a memorable family adventure.

## What's nearby

- The Old Glen House 300m away

Distances as the crow flies, via Google

## Good to know

### Parking

- ✓Free car park
- ✓Paid car park
- ✓Free street

### Accessibility

- ✓Accessible parking
- ✓Accessible entrance

### Payment

- ✓Credit cards
- ✓Debit cards
- ✓Contactless

Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs.

## Photos

Photos via Google

## Opening hours

**Monday** Closed

**Tuesday** Closed

**Wednesday** Closed

**Thursday** Closed

**Friday** Closed

**Saturday** 12:00 – 4:00 PM

**Sunday** 12:00 – 4:00 PM

Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours.

## What visitors say

[Alison Thomas](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103416823596562438902/reviews) ★★★★★

Lovely activity to do. Short ride but so much fun. Staff lovely, informative, friendly and amazing selection of sweets in the top tram shop Well worth the £3 return.

· via Google

[Ems](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104182929742192546464/reviews) ★★★★★

I stayed in Saltire for a lovely long weekend with some family. I used to visit every Sunday just over 20 years ago with my Grandparents, and now when I get chance to return to this lovely tramway with my daughter, I can enjoy and reminisce about all of my happy memories of the walks, the tram, the sweet shop and the long gone Victorian funfair. The prices have always remained fair and the staff are just the friendliest bunch. A little bit of joy, give this place a visit! :-)

· via Google

[Susan Harper](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/106814526533413558983/reviews) ★★★★★

Lovely little tramway, run entirely by friendly volunteers, pay £3.00 and you can go up and down as many times as you like. At the bottom is Roberts park.and if you walk through you can visit Saltaire. Charming place.

· via Google

[N](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/104038659390129280675/reviews) ★★★★★

This is our country at its best. Volunteers running a beautiful tramway for the pleasure and enjoyment of others. It’s not brash, expensive, commercial. It is a small friendly enterprise that I am sure gives huge pleasure to many people. I loved it. It was a few minutes each way of the joy of nature and the bluntest running it were super lovely.

· via Google

[See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x487be45c7d37a82b:0x11effc597705f5f4!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA)

People say this tramway offers a unique and nostalgic experience with a charming, historic ride up and down the glen. Visitors also highlight the great value for money, with a return ticket costing £3. They also mention the friendly, professional, and enthusiastic staff and volunteers.

Summary via Google

## At a glance

**Address** Prod Lane, Baildon, Shipley, BD17 5BN [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=53.8451155%2C-1.7944875)

**Category** Railways & Transport

**Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (550 reviews)

**Suitable for** Ages 0-8

**Setting** Outdoor

**Good for children** Yes

**Destination** Baildon

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★ 4.7 (550 reviews)

[Visit official website](https://www.shipleyglentramway.co.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction)

[01274 589010](tel:01274589010)

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### Quick Facts

**Destination** Baildon

**Postcode** BD17 5BN

**Payment** Cards, Contactless

**Plus Code** 9C5WR6W4+26

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## Quick answers

### What are the opening hours of Shipley Glen Cable Tramway?

Shipley Glen Cable Tramway is open Mon–Fri closed; Sat–Sun 12pm–4pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).

### Is Shipley Glen Cable Tramway any good?

Shipley Glen Cable Tramway is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 550 Google reviews.

### Is Shipley Glen Cable Tramway good for children?

Yes, Shipley Glen Cable Tramway is listed as good for children.

### Is Shipley Glen Cable Tramway indoors or outdoors?

Shipley Glen Cable Tramway is mainly outdoors.

### What ages is Shipley Glen Cable Tramway suitable for?

Shipley Glen Cable Tramway is best for ages 0-8.

### Is Shipley Glen Cable Tramway wheelchair accessible?

Shipley Glen Cable Tramway has a wheelchair-accessible entrance.

### Is there parking at Shipley Glen Cable Tramway?

Yes: free car park, paid car park and free street parking.

### How do I contact Shipley Glen Cable Tramway?

Call Shipley Glen Cable Tramway on +44 1274 589010.

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