Bournemouth Corporation Tramways

David Bowler provides a comprehensive history of the Bournemouth tramway system, tracing its origins in the marine settlement around the mouth of the Bourne Stream through to its eventual abandonment and replacement by trolleybuses. Beginning with the early aspirations for tramways and the legal and engineering challenges of construction, the narrative follows the system’s development, operational changes, technological adaptations, and the social and economic forces that shaped its existence. The appendices provide detailed technical and operational reference material, including fleet information, infrastructure, power supply, fares, timetables, legislation, and statistical data. Together, the chapters and supporting material offer both a chronological account and a technical record of the undertaking, serving as a thorough resource for researchers, historians, and transport enthusiasts.