Tramlines 2025

[glastorome]

On 08/05/2025 at 13:09, Hirstys 12th Pint said:

I have read social media replies from Tramlines saying acts on the Tother Stage are not clashing with certain acts on the main on the Friday.  For instance Hot Chip not clashing with Pulp.  Usually these 2 stages clash so maybe doing things differently this year. 

 

I suspect Pulp will also do a longer set than usual Headliners.

Which social media was this so I can send it to my group, as we'd love to see Hot Chip before Pulp if thats the case. 

[sheffinghell]

2 minutes ago, glastorome said:

Which social media was this so I can send it to my group, as we'd love to see Hot Chip before Pulp if thats the case. 

I saw it in replies on FB

Edited May 13, 2025 by sheffinghell

[glastorome]

8 minutes ago, sheffinghell said:

I saw it in replies on FB

Thanks 

[Hirstys 12th Pint]

2 hours ago, glastorome said:

Which social media was this so I can send it to my group, as we'd love to see Hot Chip before Pulp if thats the case. 

 

From Facebook  .......

 

[glastorome]

For those who went last year, how was the VIP set out, was it the same as 2023 where they reduced the space, or was it like the years before that where the entrance was closer to the main stage and the area was a lot longer with the toilets at the back and round the corner ? 

[sheffinghell]

The new Pulp single is a proper nostalgic banger! Can't wait to hear it in the park.

 

 

[sheffinghell]

So the end of the Leadmill in it's current guise is in sight... probably just after Tramlines.

 

Good to see they are making headway with moving autumn gigs - mainly to Foundry and Network - the former in particular is going to have a packed schedule for a while.

 

Sad to see this happen, but if any good comes out of it, we might end with a new era Leadmill (or Electric something or other), and the legacy tenants operating in partnership other mid-sized venues. Sheffield definitely needs a more dynamic gig scene, so fingers crossed. 

[thatTFBguy]

Just seen the final gig at leadmill is announced as Miles Kane, sort of an anti climax. 

[sheffinghell]

1 hour ago, thatTFBguy said:

Just seen the final gig at leadmill is announced as Miles Kane, sort of an anti climax. 

TBF, he's been a regular at the Leadmill in recent years, and there's always a very remote possibility he might bring a friend or two

[Hirstys 12th Pint]

Had my reservations about Pulp showcasing a new album at Tramlines and losing some of the crowd. 

 

Worry not, More is well, to coin a past Pulp title 'Different Class'.  After 4 listens feel like I have been catapulted back into the 90's.  Spike Island is up there with their best and a good few of the others will effortlessly grace Hillsborough Park. 

[sheffinghell]

It's a cracking album, up there with their best! The setlist from Glasgow looks fantastic too. It they manage anything like that it will be really special. I'm fully assuming a min 2 hours (given the precedent of Nutini last year). Can't wait!!

 

https://www.setlist.fm/setlist/pulp/2025/the-ovo-hydro-glasgow-scotland-4b5a57ae.html

 

Meanwhile, half hoping Jarvis will show up at Hawley's Leadmill gig next week. They debuted A Sunset there in 22.

Edited June 9, 2025 by sheffinghell

[49Lawson]

2 hours ago, Hirstys 12th Pint said:

Had my reservations about Pulp showcasing a new album at Tramlines and losing some of the crowd. 

 

Worry not, More is well, to coin a past Pulp title 'Different Class'.  After 4 listens feel like I have been catapulted back into the 90's.  Spike Island is up there with their best and a good few of the others will effortlessly grace Hillsborough Park. 

Been a bit of a busy weekend so had my first listen to it at work today. I always get filled with a bit of trepidation listening to albums like this from bands I really enjoy, more often than not I think they leave me underwhelmed but really, really impressed with it. Half of the songs could have come straight from the 90s, they haven't missed a beat!

[sheffinghell]

Another VIP thing just going on sale, with viewing platform, food, etc. A bit of a concern as the main stage space is already tight when it's full.

[Hirstys 12th Pint]

17 hours ago, sheffinghell said:

Another VIP thing just going on sale, with viewing platform, food, etc. A bit of a concern as the main stage space is already tight when it's full.

 

Wondered if this would be over to the left hand side of the main arena where one of the big rides has been previously.

[sheffinghell]

59 minutes ago, Hirstys 12th Pint said:

 

Wondered if this would be over to the left hand side of the main arena where one of the big rides has been previously.

They had the access platform over there last year

[sheffinghell]

They've flung a map together! It's going where the access platform was last year.

 

And possibly the helter skelter is missing.

[Johndenis]

Will the VIP area have a roof...?  Just aware Tramlines was the scene of an infamous washout a few years ago?

[sheffinghell]

1 hour ago, Johndenis said:

Will the VIP area have a roof...?  Just aware Tramlines was the scene of an infamous washout a few years ago?

I very much doubt it. It would be too intrusive and block the view of the stage. You might get the odd bit of seating under cover, like the benches in the beer tent

[glastorome]

On 09/06/2025 at 14:37, Hirstys 12th Pint said:

Had my reservations about Pulp showcasing a new album at Tramlines and losing some of the crowd. 

 

Worry not, More is well, to coin a past Pulp title 'Different Class'.  After 4 listens feel like I have been catapulted back into the 90's.  Spike Island is up there with their best and a good few of the others will effortlessly grace Hillsborough Park. 

Absolutely fantastic album on 1st listen, really seems they've put a lot of effort into it. Jarvis sounds great, cracking lyrics and music. Grown Ups is my favorite on 1st listen. 

[Jemmo]

Can anyone recommend anywhere within walking distance of the site to arrange a pick up?

[sheffinghell]

8 hours ago, Jemmo said:

Can anyone recommend anywhere within walking distance of the site to arrange a pick up?

No idea, probably a good idea to walk 10 mins or so. This gives you an idea of road closures 

 

https://tramlines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Residents-Parking-Traffic-Management-A0.pdf

 

Edit: web site says official pick up point is at Hillsborough Leisure Centre

Edited June 17, 2025 by sheffinghell

[Jemmo]

On 17/06/2025 at 18:10, sheffinghell said:

No idea, probably a good idea to walk 10 mins or so. This gives you an idea of road closures 

 

https://tramlines.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Residents-Parking-Traffic-Management-A0.pdf

 

Edit: web site says official pick up point is at Hillsborough Leisure Centre

Thanks

Just got massively caught out by road closures at Catfish and the Bottlemen at Heaton Park so that is very useful

[Hirstys 12th Pint]

On 17/06/2025 at 09:58, Jemmo said:

Can anyone recommend anywhere within walking distance of the site to arrange a pick up?

 

Where are you going after being picked up / where is your lift coming from ?

[Jemmo]

8 hours ago, Hirstys 12th Pint said:

 

Where are you going after being picked up / where is your lift coming from ?

 

Doncaster

[Hirstys 12th Pint]

12 hours ago, Jemmo said:

 

Doncaster

 

I would arrange pick up from Morrisons Hillsborough Barracks - walking route below.