Nottingham tram operator raises 'concern' over TikTok trend
There has been a recent rise in so-called 'tram-surfing' incidents
Last updated 7th Jun 2025
The head of Nottingham's tram operator says young people taking part in a TikTok trend are putting their lives, and the safety of drivers and passengers, at risk.
Nottingham Express Transit (NET) says it's aware of a recent rise in the number of so-called tram-surfing incidents, where people are filmed holding on to the back of trams as they move.
A number of videos have been shared with the police and the operator is now reaching out to local schools.
Sarah Turner, managing director at NET said: “We’re aware of the concerning influence of a ‘tram surfing’ TikTok trend which has caused a recent rise in a number of incidents involving young people who have been holding onto the back of a tram while it’s in motion.
"This is extremely dangerous behaviour that has very serious consequences that could result in death or serious injury, and is not something we’re taking lightly.
"All of the footage and videos we’ve received of such incidents have been shared with the police who are now handling it as a criminal matter.
“These people are not only putting their lives at risk, but also the wider public and our team of tram drivers. Behaviour like this won’t be tolerated and we are collaborating with the police to identify those involved.
"The safety of all our tram users, our tram drivers and the people of Nottingham will always be our priority, and as such, we’re committed to ensuring this behaviour does not continue.
"As part of this, we’ll be reaching out to the schools of those caught engaging in such activity, as well as local schools in the area to educate students of the severity.
“Although incidents of this are usually very rare, anyone taking part in this trend, whether doing the challenge or filming it and sharing it online, is playing their part in publicising an extremely dangerous activity that ultimately could end someone’s life.
“We’d like to remind the public of our strong measures that are in place to keep our network safe, including high quality CCTV cameras in all trams and tram stops, which means that every incident is recorded and handed over to the authorities.
"Anyone caught engaging in dangerous activities such as tram surfing will face the very real repercussions of their actions.”