Workshop

The Bendigo Tramways Workshop is internationally recognised for its expertise in restoring and rebuilding heritage trams. Alongside full tram restoration, our team also specialises in tram repurposing, component manufacturing, and custom fabrication projects.

Based within Bendigo’s historic tramway workshop, our skilled trades team works across a wide range of disciplines including timberwork, steel fabrication, sandblasting, spray painting, and low voltage electrical work. From full tram overhauls to bespoke one off pieces, we combine traditional craftsmanship with modern workshop capability.

Whether you are restoring a historic tram, repurposing a vehicle for a new use, or require custom fabricated components, we have the experience and resources to help bring your project to life.

Below is more information about the services we offer and approximate costings.

 For any further information please send your enquiries to: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Tram repurposing

If you are considering repurposing a tram in a creative or commercial way, our workshop can help turn your idea into reality. We work with clients to develop designs that suit their intended use, from hospitality and events to static displays and promotional installations.

Our team can assist with layout design, structural modifications, fabrication, and finishing, providing guidance throughout the process and preparing a suitable cost estimate for your project.

To learn more about the basics of tram repurposing/restoration, please click here.

Recent project:

• Two W-Class Trams were repurposed into park shelters in Wattle Park, in partnership with Parks Vic. Full details about the Wattle Park Tram Shelter Project here.
• Tram No. 33 was repurposed into a pop-up bar for Chandon Australia. The tram was featured at Chandon S Chic Easy events nationally throughout Spring 2017. Full details about the Chandon Australia Pop-Up Bar restoration here.

Tram restoration

If you have a tram that you would like restored for return to service or even just static display, we can help.

The condition of the tram in question and how you plan to use the tram will determine the cost for restoration, so please contact us to arrange an assessment and quotation.

Recent full tram restoration projects include:

• Overhauling Melbourne's iconic City Circle Fleet. The extensive work that has gone into these restorations has seen them re-classified as a W8 Class tram. Watch this time-lapse of the overhaul process.
• The restoration of Tram No. 7 into our own service fleet as a Vintage Talking Tram thanks to a crowdfunding campaign.

Tram components

Our workshop can source, manufacture, or restore a wide range of tram components to suit heritage vehicles. From small fittings to major structural elements, we can provide customised solutions tailored to your requirements. 

Custom Fabrication

While trams remain at the heart of what we do, our workshop capabilities extend far beyond tram restoration.

Our skilled team undertake a variety of fabrication projects including:

• Timber fabrication and restoration
• Steel fabrication
• Sandblasting and surface preparation
• Spray painting in our large capacity spray booth
• Low voltage electrical work

Whether you require a single bespoke item or a series of fabricated components, we can work with your existing designs or collaborate with you to develop the perfect solution.

Purchase a tram

We have a limited number of trams available for sale. Let us know what you are looking for and we'll see if we can meet your requirements.

Bendigo Tramways Heritage Rail Workshop – Leaders in the restoration and refurbishment of trams and their components.

To discuss your next tram restoration project, please send the details of your enquiry to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.