MONEY to finish the restoration of an historic tram shelter in Hoddlesden has dried up.

The building, in Hoddlesden Road, was donated to the people of the village by the Carus family in 1923.

Used as a bus stop and shelter, it had fallen into disrepair in recent years, until the East Rural Network – a group of local residents and business owners – began fund-raising to bring it back to its original standard.

They have spent more than £6,000 on sandblasting, fitting new iron work and fixing drains, but now need more money to buy metal seating for the inside.

Coun Julie Slater, chair of the East Rural Network, said: “We’re hoping to put on fundraising events like racing nights and coffee mornings to raise money for the seats.

“And at the moment we’re waiting for a new weather vane to be fitted and a plaque for the inside – both of which have been donated by WEC.

“We owe them a lot. Without their support, this would have been a struggle.”

The amount needed to complete the work is not yet known, but could run into thousands.

When work is completed, an official opening will take place.