Brighouse Tram Station

The Brighouse Station once stood here, near the northeast intersection
of Granville Avenue and No.3 Road. The station was a key stop on the Interurban tram line which connected Richmond to Vancouver, and beyond to Chilliwack.

On race days, trams known as “Specials” ran from downtown Vancouver across the Fraser River and directly to the Minoru and Lansdowne Racetracks. They sped along at 40 kilometres per hour, often with flags and bells to distinguish them from the regular trams. After delivering their passengers, they parked on sidings to wait for the rush at the end of the day.

Photo Credit: Interurban tram on Granville Avenue passing Richmond Town Hall, 1955. City of Richmond Archives #1978 12 10