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WX58 PFK. Alexander Dennis Enviro 300, Alexander Dennis (B47F) enters Salisbury Bus Station. V652 DFX (2653). Optare Solo M850, Optare (B30F) is located at the temporary bus station area in Poole between duties (a section of the bus station was under refurblishment). V588 DJC (2358). Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer 2 (B39F) departs Mold as it works a route 3 to Chester. V576 DJC (2346). Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer 2 (B39F) passes Llandudno Junction Railway Station as it nears it destination on route 13 (Prestatyn to Llandudno). V576 DJC (2346). Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer 2 (B39F) passes Llandudno Junction Railway Station as it nears it destination on route 13 (Prestatyn to Llandudno). N678 GUM (1289). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B34F) passes via the castle section on Conwy whilst operating a School Service on route 19. EWX 531Y. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) squeezes through the second of the two arches in Conwy as it passes through the castle outskirts on a 'Bws Ysgol' commitment. S874 SNB (804). Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer 2 (B28F) operates along Bryniau Road in the direction of Llandudno's West Shore (despite 'Llandudno Junction' been set on the blind). CX04 EHW (2741). VDL SB120, Wright Cadet (B39F) is seen at Johnstown on a route 2A bound for Oswestry. M174 GRY. Scania N113DRB, East Lancs (B47/33F) passes through Johnstown as it works a 2V (Wrexham to Cefn Mawr) service. This example was new to Midland Fox (Leicester) as 4174. M174 GRY. Scania N113DRB, East Lancs (B47/33F) rear profile at Johnstown. A549 HAC. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) passes through the outskirts of Johnstown as it returns to its base at a nearby Ruabon after completing a school contract. This example was new to Midland Red South. DA04 GHA, [ex FK04 ESN]. Volvo B7R, Plaxton Profile (C70Ft) passes through the outskirts of Johnstown as it returns to its base at a nearby Ruabon after completing a school contract. FE02 KDF (443), Optare Solo M920, Optare (B34F) departs Mansfield Bus Station as it works a route 93 to Derby. YN53 ZRY (34461). TransBus Dart SLF, Transbus Pointer (B38F) departs Mansfield Bus Station as it works a town based route 6 to Ladybrook. K846 LMK. Scania N113DRB, NC Palatine (H41/27F) is seen departing Mansfield Woodhouse on a school contract. This example had not long previously in this view been acquired from Stagecoach Manchester which explains the allover blue from its former Magic Bus livery. K860 LMK. Scania N113DRB, NC Palatine (H41/27F) is seen departing Mansfield Woodhouse on a school contract. This example had not long previously in this view been acquired from Stagecoach Manchester which explains the allover blue from its former Magic Bus livery. ODL 664R. Bristol VRT/SL3/6LXB, ECW (H43/31F) is seen at the Mansfield Woodhouse depot as it prepares for a school contract run. ODL 663R. Bristol VRT/SL3/6LXB, ECW (H43/31F) is seen departing Mansfield Woodhouse on a school contract. YDL 676T. Bristol VRT/SL3/6LXB, ECW (H43/31F) is seen departing Mansfield Woodhouse on a school contract. J658 UHN (268). Leyland Lynx MK2, Leyland (B49F) is located at Llanymynech after working a Shrewsbury to Llanymynech short working on route D74. It observes a brief layover prior to working a D74 service bound for Shrewsbury. G166 EOG (266). Leyland Lynx, Leyland (B49F) passes MK2 Tanat sister 268 J658 UHN at Llanymynech. J658 UHN (268). Leyland Lynx MK2, Leyland (B49F) is located at Llanymynech after working a Shrewsbury to Llanymynech short working on route D74. It observes a brief layover prior to working a D74 service bound for Shrewsbury. H130 LPU (230). Leyland Lynx MK2, Leyland (B49F) is seen at Groes-lwyd, Garage near Guilsfield on route D71 to Welshpool. H130 LPU (230). Leyland Lynx MK2, Leyland (B49F) is located near Llandrino as it works a D71 servic bound for Oswestry. H130 LPU (230). Leyland Lynx MK2, Leyland (B49F) is located just south of Morda as it works a D71 service bound for Welshpool. F508 NJE (550). Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, NC Palatine (H45/30F) is seen near Vyrnwy Caravan Park close to Llansantffraid whilst operating a 445 service to Llanfyllin.

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D213 FYM (813). Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1RH, ECW (PO42/26D) is seen departing Blackpool Pontins on a 'CitySightseeing' route 20. XAU 704Y (404). Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) is seen entering Blackpool Pontins on a 'line 1' service ready to work the full length of the route to Fleetwood. YJ07 EJC (287). Optare Solo M950, Optare (B33F) is located at Fleetwood as it works a Line 16 to Blackpool. G108 NBV (108). DAF SB220, Optare Delta (DP46F) heads towards Blackpool promenade whilst on its normal route 6 duties. PN04 XDF (322). Dennis Trident, East Lancs Lolyne (H47/30F) heads towards Blackpool promenade whilst working a Line 11 bound for Lytham Square. V264 HEC (264). Optare Solo M850, Optare (B28F) is seen working a route 15 Bispham in the 'pool' black based livery. S517 LHG (517). Optare Metrorider MR37, Optare (B25F) is seen operating on in its bright pink based livery for 'line 15' YJ09 OTH (243). Optare Solo M950, Optare (B33F) is seen on 'line 2' on its dedicated route. G106 NBV (106). DAF SB220, Optare Delta (DP46F) heads towards Blackpool promenade whilst on its normal route 6 duties. XAU 703Y (403). Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) is seen departing Blackpool Pointins on a teatime 'line 1' run to Cleveleys.

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]]> Tue Jul 21 2009 ARRIVA Cymru: Double Deckers http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1706439.html Examples listed under ANW&W will move here as time permits. Monday 1 June 2009: Examples listed under ANW&W will move here as time permits.

R235 AEY (3345). Volvo Olympian, NC Palatine (H47/29F) is seen at Newtown Bus Station whilst it unusally operated route 552 (Machynlleth - Newtown) but in this view a short working afternoon working to Llanwnog. Former AMN Crewe Domminator, seen at Wrexham R235 AEY (3345). Volvo Olympian, Northern Counties Palatine (H47/29F) is seen at the Dolgellau outstation prior to working a morning 'around the coast' route 28 to Aberystwyth via Machynlleth. This example was ordered by Crosville Wales as a batch of 7 to operate route 1 (Wrexham - Chester), but it was delivered upon the formation of ARRIVA Cymru and thus in ARRIVA Livery, altough it carried Crosville Wales on the legals to begin with! R235 AEY (3345). Volvo Olympian, NC Palatine (H47/29F) is seen at Aberdyfi on a 28 bound for Aberystwyth. R238 AEY (3348). Volvo Olympian, NC Palatine (H47/29F) passes Yale Collage in Wrexham whilst in a inbound route 1 from Chester. P940 MKL (3357). Volvo Olympian / Northern Counties Palatine (H45/30F). Seen at Llanfairpwllgwyngyll on route 4 Bangor bound. P940 MKL (3357). Volvo Olympian / Northern Counties Palatine (H45/30F). Seen at Mona Industrial Estate on a route 4X, Holyhead bound. P940 MKL (3357). Volvo Olympian / Northern Counties Palatine (H45/30F). Seen near Caergeiliog on route 4x, Holyhead bound. P940 MKL (3357). Volvo Olympian / Northern Counties Palatine (H45/30F). Seen at Holyhead on route 4 returning to Bangor. M921 PKN (3340), Volvo Olympian YN2RC16Z4, Northern Counties (H47/30F). Seen at Dolgellau, heading towrads the outstation after completing route 30. M921 PKN (3340), Volvo Olympian YN2RC16Z4, Northern Counties (H47/30F). Seen at the Dolgellau outstation prior to working route 28 to Aberystwyth P940 MKL (3357). Volvo Olympian, Northern Counties Palatine (H47/30F) is seen at Bangor on a 62 working bound for Amlwch. P938 MKL (3355). Volvo Olympian, Northern Counties Palatine (H47/30F) is seen at the Llandudno Junction 'flyover' on a X5 service bound for Bangor. R235 AEY (3345). Volvo Olympian, Northern Counties Palatine (H47/29F) is seen departing the Dolgellau outstation, about to work a route 28 to Aberystwyth but still displaying its previously inbound journey on route 30. P940 MKL (3357). Volvo Olympian, Northern Counties Palatine (H47/30F) is seen at Llanberis as it works the summer special service 22A (Bangor to Pen-Y-Pass) P940 MKL (3357). Volvo Olympian, Northern Counties Palatine (H47/30F) is seen at Caernarfon as it works the summer special service 22 (Bangor to Pen-Y-Pass). P942 MKL (3359). Volvo Olympian, Northern Counties Palatine (H47/30F) is seen at Pen-Y-Pass (Snowdon) on the summer only service route 21, bound for Bangor via Caernarfon and Menai Bridge.

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]]> Mon Jun 1 2009 ARRIVA Midlands: Optare Versa http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1701092.html ARRIVA Midlands: Optare Versa Thursday 21 May 2009: ARRIVA Midlands: Optare Versa

YJ57 EKE (2997). Optare Versa, Optare (B35F) is seen at Bridgnorth on a 436 working from Shrewsbury. YJ58 PHX (2996). Optare Versa, Optare (B38F) is seen on the layover section of Shrewsbury bus station, awaiting a 436 working for Bridgnorth. YJ09 MKD (2990). Optare Versa, Optare (B38F) is seen departing Shrewsbury Bus Station on a 436 working for Bridgnorth. This example is fresh in service in this view. YJ09 MKE (2991). Optare Versa, Optare (B38F) is seen departing Shrewsbury Bus Station for town route 24 to Sundorne Grove. YJ09 MKG (2993). Optare Versa, Optare (B38F) is seen at St Martins on a 53 short working to Ifton Heath. YJ09 MKL (2995). Optare Versa, Optare (B38F) is seen at Duddleston Heath (Criftins) on a 53 bound for Ellesmere. YJ09 MKF (2993). Optare Versa, Optare (B38F) is seen at Duddleston Heath (Criftins) on a 53 bound for Welshampton via Ellesmere. YJ09 MKF (2992). Optare Versa, Optare (B38F) is seen at Welshampton whilst laying over on the 53 lunchtime extended run. YJ09 MKE (2991). Optare Versa, Optare (B38F) is seen on Oswald Road in Oswestry, heading back to Shrewsbury on a route 576. YJ09 MKX (2980). Optare Versa, Optare (B38F) is seen departing Shrewsbury Bus Station on a X5 bound for Telford Town Centre. YJ09 MKC (2989). Optare Versa, Optare (B38F) is seen departing Shrewsbury Bus Station on a 436 working for Bridgnorth (despite blind stil been set for Shrewsbury). This example is fresh in service in this view. YJ09 MKG (2993). Optare Versa, Optare (B38F) is seen along Whittington Road, heading for Oswestry on a teatime 449 working from Welshampton. YJ57 EKE (2997). Optare Versa, Optare (B35F) is seen departing Shrewsbury Bus Station on route 24. This example was the initial example used whilst the model was trialed with ARRIVA Midlands. YJ09 MLE (2982). Optare Versa, Optare (B38F) is seen on a route 519 arrival from Newport that extends to Radbrook College. YJ09 MKU (2983). Optare Versa, Optare (B38F) is seen departing Shrewsbury Bus Station on a route 24 bound for Sundorne Grove. YJ09 MKU (2978). Optare Versa, Optare (B38F) crosses the English Bridge in Shrewsbury, working a X5 bound for Telford. YJ09 MKO (2975). Optare Versa, Optare (B38F) crosses the English Bridge in Shrewsbury, working a X5 bound for Telford.

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]]> Thu May 21 2009 ARRIVA Cymru: Dennis Dart http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1687192.html Items from the ANW&W Dennis Darts collection will be moved here over time. Thursday 23 April 2009: Items from the ANW&W Dennis Darts collection will be moved here over time.

P827 RWU (1327). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B40F) is seen at Dolgellau in its early days in the fleet as a stop gap for the Traws Cambira X32 service. P833 RWU (1333). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B40F) is seen at Dolgellau in its early days in the fleet as a stop gap for the Traws Cambira X32 service. P830 RWU (1330). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B40F) is seen at Chester Bus Exchange, awaiting a turn on route 10 to Connahs Quay. P826 RWU (1326). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B40F) is seen at Cardigan on route 550. P829 RWU (1329). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B40F) is seen at Chester whilst operating out of the Wrexham depot on route 1 in lieu of a low floor example on this route. This example was a number of month after this view was taken written off in a RTA and subsuqently disposed of to a Barnsley Scrap Dealer. L939 GYL (1109). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B31F) is seen at Llandudno working a long X19 to Llangollen! his Dart was sold 'out of group' shortly after in 2006 to the Thandi Group at Smethwick in the West Midlands. P831 RWU (1331). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B40F). Seen at Chester bus exchange in a allover advert for Crimestoppers. L148 WAG (1118). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B34F) is seen at Ellesmere Port on the 'short lived' operation on former First Potteries route 4, returning to Chester. P916 PWW (1316). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B34F) exits Ellesmere Port Bus station on the short lived route 4 operation on Stanley Grange (operated by the Chester depot). P831 RWU (1331). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B40F). Seen passing though the Broughton Shopping Centre on a route 12 bound for Connahs Quay, complete in a allover advert for Crimestoppers. P838 RWU (1338). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Ponter (B40F) is parked up at Rhyl Bus Station, awaiting a turn on the 'Rhyl Local Service' L939 GYL (1109). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B31F) is seen at the Llandudno Junction Junction depot This Dart was sold 'out of group' shortly after in 2006 to the Thandi Group at Smethwick in the West Midlands. W394 OJC (822). Dennis Dart MPD, Plaxton Pointer 2 (B27F) is seen at Bangor. P961 RUL (2279). Dennis Dart SLF, Alexander ALX200 (B36F) is seen at Bangor whilst waiting time on a on a route 5X to Llandudno. P959 RUL (2277). Dennis Dart SLF, Alexander ALX200 (B36F) is seen at Bangor whilst working on a route 5 (Llandudno to Caernarfon via Bangor). R609 MHN (2109). Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer (B40F) is seen at Bangor whilst loading up for a route 5 for Caernarfon. This was at the time operated by the Llandudno Junction depot but has since bene reallocated to Laird Street (Birkenhead) depot. L116 YVK (1142). Dennis Dart, Northern Counties Paladin 2 (B35F) is seen at Chester bus exchange whilst operating the short livered ARRIVA operation on route 422 to West Kirby. This example has since entered preservation with Robert Thompson from Shrewsbury, repainted in ARRIVA London style livery and numbered DRL116. L116 YVK (1142). Dennis Dart, Northern Counties Paladin 2 (B35F) is seen at Chester bus exchange whilst operating the short livered ARRIVA operation on route 422 to West Kirby. This example has since entered preservation with Robert Thompson from Shrewsbury, repainted in ARRIVA London style livery and numbered DRL116. P545 MBU (7545). Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer (B39F) is seen at Chester Bus Exchange on route 10 to Connahs Quay. V630 DVU (7630). Dennis Dart SLF, Marshall Capital (B38F) is seen at Wrexham bus station on a Sunday before working a route 1 to Chester. G123 RGT (1133). Dennis Dart, Carlyle (B36F) is seen at Rhyl bus station whilst working Rhyl local service 83. P918 PWW (1318). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B34F) is seen at King Street, Wrexham P827 RWU (1327). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Ponter (B40F) is seen at Chester bus exchange awaiting departure on route 10 to Connahs Quay. M30 GGY (1288). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B40F) is seen at Rhyl on a local town service. This example was new to Ogden of St Helens. M30 GGY (1288). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B40F) is seen at Rhyl on a local town service. This example was new to Ogden of St Helens. M161 SKR (1341). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B35F) arrives in Rhyl on a route 51 working from Denbigh. S848 RJC (2328). Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer 2 (B39F) is seen at the Chester depot at Hawarden. V577 DJC (2347). Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer 2 (B39F) is seen at Chester bus exchange, about to return to Rhyl on route 11. Y548 UJC (848). Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer MPD (B27F) is seen at Ellesmere Port (operated by the Wrexham depot) on route 59. Note the Travel Sure Wrexham allover advert! R417 COO (2297). Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer (B34F) passes through Holywell whilst operating a route 11 (Rhyl to Chester). V581 DJC (2351). Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer 2 (B39F) is seen at Holywell on a route 11 bound for Rhyl. Y546 UJC (846). Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer MPD (B27F) is seen at Rhyl bus station whilst awaiting a run on route 11 to Holywell. R546 ABA (0801). Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer (B31F) is seen outside the Llandudno Junction depot premises. R546 ABA (0801). Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer (B31F) is seen outside the Llandudno Junction depot premises. R546 ABA (0801). Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer (B31F) is seen outside the Llandudno Junction depot premises. M30 GGY (1288). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B40F) is seen at King Street in Wrexham on a town service route 8. This example was new to Ogden of St Helens. N701 GUM (1314). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B34F) is seen at Wrexham on a route 12 Brymbo. T623 PNC (7623). Dennis Dart SLF, Marshall Capital (B38F) is seen at Regent Street in Wrexham. It is on a light inbound run from the depot at Caego, presumably to work route 1 (Wrexham - Chester). P918 PWW (1318). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B34F) is seen at Wrexham on a route 12 heading for Brymbo. N706 GUM (1312). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Ponter (B34F) is seen at Wrexham on a route 20 to Summerhill. N705 GUM (1311). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B34F) is seen at Wrexham on a route 10 to Minera. Y539 VFF (839). Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer MPD (B27F) is seen at Wrexham on a outbound route 4 to Penycae. M30 GGY (1288). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B40F) is seen at Wrexham on a town service route 7. This example was new to Ogden of St Helens. P917 PWW (1317). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B34F) is seen at Wrexham whilst working an outbound 21 service to Summerhill. P827 RWU (1327). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Ponter (B40F) is seen at Wrexham on a route 26 bound for Mold. P918 PWW (1318). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B34F) is seen at Wrexham on a route 12 heading for Brymbo. T618 PNC (7618). Dennis Dart SLF, Marshall Capital (B38F) is seen at Regent Street in Wrexham. It heads off back to the depot at Caego after coming off route 1 (Chester - Wrexham). M175 YKA (1175). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B40F) is seen at Betws-Y-Coed on a route 19 bound for Llandudno. R565 ABA (7565). Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer 2 (B38F) is seen at Caernarfon whilst operating a route 5 bound for Llandudno.

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]]> Thu Apr 23 2009 A.N. Andrew, Mostyn http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1676192.html A.N. Andrew, Mostyn Thursday 2 April 2009: A.N. Andrew, Mostyn

N409 HVT. Mercedes-Benz 709D, Plaxton Beaver is seen laying over in Mold. This example was new to PMT as MMM409 and later as First PMT 50067 once numbered in the national fleet system. It was not subject to First Groups scrap policy as fitted with coach seating and the destination equipment removed for its new role with A.N Andrew.

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]]> Thu Apr 2 2009 Arriva Yorkshire http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1666746.html Arriva Yorkshire Saturday 7 March 2009: Arriva Yorkshire

R985 FNW (437). DAF SB220, Northern Counties Prestige (B46F) is seen at Wakefield. P10 LPG (435). DAF SB220, Northern Counties Prestige (B42F) is seen at Wakefield on a route 116 bound for Dewsbury.

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]]> Sat Mar 7 2009 Arriva Cymru: Volvo B7RLE / Wright Eclipse http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1665953.html Collection features the former KMP Llanberis examples now based in the Bangor allocation. Wednesday 11 March 2009: Collection features the former KMP Llanberis examples now based in the Bangor allocation.

CX55 FAJ ex K7 KMP (2798). Volvo B7RLE, Wright Eclipse Urban (B44F) is seen at Aberystwyth on a long distance X32 'Traws Cambria' from Bangor. This example previously was new and operated by KMP as K7 KMP. CX04 HRP ex N777 KMP (2795). Volvo B7RLE, Wright Eclipse Urban (B44F) is seen at Bangor on a route 5 working to Caernarfon. CX05 JVD ex M7 KMP (2796). Volvo B7RLE, Wright Eclipse Urban (B44F) is seen at Llandudno on a route 5 on the Bangor, Caernarfon corridor. This example was formally known as M7 KMP with KMP of Llanberis. CX04 HRR ex L77 KMP (2794). Volvo B7RLE, Wright Eclipse Urban (B44F) is seen near Conwy on a X5 bound for Caernarfon via Bangor. CX57 BZO ex N77 KMP (2799). Volvo B7RLE, Wright Eclipse Urban (B44F) is seen at Llandudno Junction, passing through on a route 5 to Bangor. CX57 BZO ex N77 KMP (2799). Volvo B7RLE, Wright Eclipse Urban (B44F) is seen at Llandudno Junction, passing through on a route 5 to Bangor. CX04 HRR ex L77 KMP (2794). Volvo B7RLE, Wright Eclipse Urban (B44F) is seen at Llandudno whilst operating a X5 service bound for Caernarfon via Bangor.

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]]> Wed Mar 11 2009 Arriva Cymru: Optare Solos & Mercedes-Benz Minibuses http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1664671.html Arriva Cymru: Optare Solos & Mercedes-Benz Minibuses Sunday 8 March 2009: Arriva Cymru: Optare Solos & Mercedes-Benz Minibuses

CX09 BGZ (696). Optare Solo M950SL, Optare (B32F) is seen at the Bangor depot at Llandygai Industrial Estate, prior to working route 67 on its first day in service. CX09 BGZ (696). Optare Solo M950SL, Optare (B32F) is seen at Bangor on its first day in service, ready to work a route 67 to Gerlan. CX09 BGU (693). Optare Solo M950SL, Optare (B32F) is seen at Bangor on its first day in service. CX09 BFU (685). Optare Solo M950SL, Optare (B32F) is seen at Bangor on its first day in service on a Sunday 44A working to Llangefni. CX09 BGE (689). Optare Solo M950SL, Optare (B32F) is seen at Abererch just outside Pwllheli on a Bank Holiday Monday route 3 working to Porthmadog. W193 CDN (393). Mercedes-Benz Vario O814, Alexander ALX100 (B27F) is seen at Llandudno whilst operating route 73 to the Great Orme Summit whilst 'on loan' from the Wrexham depot. CX09 BGU (693). Optare Solo M950SL, Optare (B32F) is seen at Llandudno Junction whilst en route to Caernarfon on route 5 via Bangor. CX09 BFU (685). Optare Solo M950SL, Optare (B32F) is seen at Porthmadog whilst it loads up for a route 3 working to Pwllheli.

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]]> Sun Mar 8 2009 Temp Collection: K218 UHA at Oswestry http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1657896.html Temp Collection: K218 UHA at Oswestry Sunday 22 February 2009: Temp Collection: K218 UHA at Oswestry

K218 UHA (3088). Dennis Falcon HC, East Lancs EL2000 (B48F) is seen along Oswald Road in Oswestry, working a 71 service to Four Crosses. K218 UHA (3088). Dennis Falcon HC, East Lancs EL2000 (B48F) is seen passing through Morda on a 71 service to Four Crosses. This service has since been withdrawn and the Falcon has sadly been scraped (despite been in good condition). K218 UHA (3088). Dennis Falcon HC, East Lancs EL2000 (B48F) is seen at Morda operating a 71 service to Four Crosses. K218 UHA (3088). Dennis Falcon HC, East Lancs EL2000 (B48F) is seen operating a 71 service near Morda, heading for Oswestry.

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]]> Sun Feb 22 2009 Celtic Travel, Llanidloes http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1647811.html Celtic Travel, Llanidloes Sunday 1 February 2009: Celtic Travel, Llanidloes

H73 DVM. Volvo B10M-55, Alexander Q (B55F) is seen at Llanidloes, parked in the Powys County Council yard.

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]]> Sun Feb 1 2009 Arriva Cymru: VDL SB120 / Wright Cadet or VDL SB200CS / Wright Pulsar http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1640929.html Arriva Cymru: VDL SB120 / Wright Cadet or VDL SB200CS / Wright Pulsar Monday 19 January 2009: Arriva Cymru: VDL SB120 / Wright Cadet or VDL SB200CS / Wright Pulsar

CX58 EWY (2908). VDL SB200CS, Wright Pulsar (B44F) is seen at Chester Business Park in the first few weeks in service on route 1 (Chester - Wrexham). CX58 EWW (2907). VDL SB200CS, Wright Pulsar (B44F) is seen at Chester Business Park in the first few weeks in service on route 1 (Wrexham - Chester). CX58 EWC (2912). VDL SB200CS, Wright Pulsar (B44F) is seen at Chester Business Park in the first few weeks in service on route 1 (Chester - Wrexham). CX07 CTU (2647). VDL SB200, Wright Pulsar (B44F) passes through Towyn whilst operating a route 12 (Rhyl to Llandudno). CX07 CTV (2648). VDL SB200, Wright Pulsar (B44F) passes through Towyn whilst operating a route 12 (Rhyl to Llandudno). CX07 CTY (2649). VDL SB200, Wright Pulsar (B44F) is located on the edge of Llandudno as turns off Maesdu Avenue whilst working an inbound X5 service (Caernarfon - Bangor - Llandudno). CX07 CUH (2654). VDL SB200, Wright Pulsar (B44F) is located on the edge of Llandudno as approaches Maesdu Avenue whilst working a departing X5 service (Llandudno - Bangor - Caernarfon). CX04 AXY (2481). VDL SB120CS, Wright Cadet (B39F) is unusually seen at Aberystyth whilst operating a X32 Trawscambria service. It is departing the Aberystwyth depot on Park Avenue on its return journey to Bangor (despite been branded for route 4 Bangor - Holyhead!) CX07 CUU (2657). VDL SB200CS, Wright Pulsar (B44F) workings on Caernarfon on a X5 service from Llandudno.

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]]> Mon Jan 19 2009 Lewis, Llanrhystud http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1610955.html Based south of Aberystwyth at Llanrhystud. Thursday 13 November 2008: Based south of Aberystwyth at Llanrhystud.

B792 MGV. Bedford YNT, Duple Laser (C53F) is seen at the Arriva Cymru premises at Aberystwyth whilst on hire to Arriva for cover a shortage in dedicated 'Bws Ysgol' stock. This example originated with Chambers, Bures in Suffolk B792 MGV. Bedford YNT, Duple Laser (C53F) is seen at the Arriva Cymru premises at Aberystwyth whilst on hire to Arriva for cover a shortage in dedicated 'Bws Ysgol' stock. This example originated with Chambers, Bures in Suffolk

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]]> Thu Nov 13 2008 Howards Coaches (Great Sankey) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1606450.html Howards Coaches (Great Sankey) Tuesday 4 November 2008: Howards Coaches (Great Sankey)

F101 XEM. Dennis Dominator, East Lancs (H51/37F) is seen on a private hire with the Crosville Enthusiasts Club at Moreton on the Wirral.

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]]> Tue Nov 4 2008 Midland Rider, Oldbury http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1595702.html Midland Rider, Oldbury Tuesday 14 October 2008: Midland Rider, Oldbury

CAZ 6602, Dennis Dart / Wright Handybus (B39F) is seen at Wolverhampton. This example was new to Ulsterbus.

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]]> Tue Oct 14 2008 Roberts Tours (Huggglescote) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1587848.html Currently features the Olympians operated on behalf of Leicester Promotions. Tuesday 30 September 2008: Currently features the Olympians operated on behalf of Leicester Promotions.

A134 SMA. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (O45/32F). Seen outside Leicester Railway Station on the Leciester Tour. 662 NKR (B514 LFP). Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (O45/32F). Seen at Leicester St Margarets Bus Station, it was about to be used to transport University 'Freshers' around to tour the City. 662 NKR (B514 LFP). Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (O45/32F). Seen at Leicester St Margarets Bus Station, it was about to be used to transport University 'Freshers' around to tour the City. A134 SMA. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (O45/32F). Seen outside Leicester Space Centre on the Leciester Tour. A134 SMA. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (O45/32F). Seen outside the Great Central Railway on the Leciester Tour.

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]]> Tue Sep 30 2008 Hawkes Coaches, Derby http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1569723.html Hawkes Coaches, Derby Saturday 23 August 2008: Hawkes Coaches, Derby

MCW Metrobus / MCW (C0H43/23F), D924 NDA seen at Derby City Centre on a football shuttle form the City Centre to Pride Park.

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]]> Sat Aug 23 2008 Tanat Valley Coaches (Departed Fleet) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1565715.html A archive of vehicles formally operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, Llanrhaeadr - Ym - Mochnant. Thursday 21 August 2008: A archive of vehicles formally operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, Llanrhaeadr - Ym - Mochnant.

Leyland Olympian / Alexander RL, 545 - A45 FRS is seen at the Llanrhaeadr - Ym - Mochnant base. Leyland Olympian / Alexander RL, 545 - A45 FRS is seen at the Llanrhaeadr - Ym - Mochnant base. B109 KPF (209). Leyland Tiger TRCTL11/3RH, East Lancs EL2000 (B61F) is seen at the base at Llanrhaeadr YM . Leyland Olympian / ECW, TSO 16X is seen at Llanrhaeadr - Ym - Mochnant depot. This Olympian was sold for preservation in 2005 and has a EFE model based on it in Scottish colours B102 KPF. Leyland Tiger TRCTL11/3RH, East Lancs EL2000 (B59F) is seen at the base at Llanrhaeadr YM in its early days with Tanat. B102 KPF. Leyland Tiger TRCTL11/3RH, East Lancs EL2000 (B59F) is seen at the base at Llanrhaeadr YM in its early days with Tanat. Leyland Olympian / Alexander RL, A45 FRS is seen at the Llanrhaeadr - Ym - Mochnant base after freshly been painted into fleet livery (previously ran around in Stagecoach stripes for some time). Leyland Olympian / Alexander RL, A46 FRS is seen at the Llanrhaeadr - Ym - Mochnant base after freshly been painted into fleet livery (previously ran around in Stagecoach stripes for some time). Acquired condition at Llanrhaeadr - Ym - Mochnant depot. Former Arriva Midlands example Leyland Olympian / Alexander RL, A47 FRS is seen at the Llanrhaeadr - Ym - Mochnant base after freshly been painted into fleet livery (previously ran around in Stagecoach stripes for some time). Leyland Olympian / Alexander RL, A45 FRS is seen at the Llanrhaeadr - Ym - Mochnant base after freshly been painted into fleet livery (previously ran around in Stagecoach stripes for some time). Leyland Swift - G98 VMM is seem at Llanrhaeadr - Ym - Mochnant depot whilst been rebuilt Leyland Tiger / ECW was a short lived member of the fleet, seen by the Llanrhaeadr - Ym - Mochnant depot. This ECW Tiger with East Lancs front and back was sort lived in the fleet. Leyland Olympian / Alexander RL, A47 FRS is seem laying over at Llanfyllin high school. This Olympian departed the fleet in mid 2006 Leyland Olympian / Alexander RL, 547 - A47 FRS is seen in Trefonen, where it lays over near the drivers house after use on the Oswestry Town Service Former Southdown Lynx on 445 at Llanfyllin Leyland Olympian / Alexander RL, 545 - A45 FRS is seen at the Llanrhaeadr - Ym - Mochnant base. Leyland Tiger/East Lanc rebody 205 - B105 KPF is seen at Llanrhaeadr - Ym - Mochnant depot. This Tiger previously operated for ARRIVA at Oswestry 265, F165 SMT. Leyland Lynx, Leyland (B51F) is seen at Llanfyllin on the 445 just after repaint into Tanat service livery. F165 SMT (265). Leyland Lynx, Leyland (B51F) is seen at Welshpool on the D71 B102 KPF (202). Leyland Tiger TRCTL11/3RH,, East Lancs EL2000 (B59F) is seen at Llangynog, unloading passengers at end of the D78. B102 KPF (202). Leyland Tiger TRCTL11/3RH, East Lancs EL2000 (B59F) is seen at Llangynog, completing its duties on the D78 WPH 118Y (218). Leyland Tiger TRCTL11/2R, East Lancs EL2000 (B53F) is seen outside the Llanrhaeadr - Ym - Mochnant depot B102 KPF (202). Leyland Tiger TRCTL11/3RH, East Lancs EL2000 (B59F) is seen on the D78, entering the village of Treflach Leyland Olympian / Alexander RL, 545 - A45 FRS is seen at Ifton Heath (St Martins) on the single journey 63 service (blind still set for Oswestry Town Service) Leyland Swift / WS, 298 - G98 VMM is seen at Llangynog, with Dave Morris at the helm. Leyland Swift / WS, G98 VMM is seen at Llangynog, with Dave Morris at the helm. Leyland Swift / WS, 298 - G98 VMM is seen at Llangynog, with Dave Morris at the helm. F165 SMT (265). Leyland Lynx, Leyland (B51F) is seen in Shrewsbury (Welspool Road) covering on the D74 for the normal Dart R553 UOT 546, A46 FRS. Leyland Olympian, Alexander RL (B45/32F) is seen at Llangynog at terminus of the D78, rarely worked by an Olympian of this type. This bus was sadly destroyed by fire on 1st November 2006.

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]]> Thu Aug 21 2008 Veolia Transport Cymru http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1564214.html Veolia Transport Cymru Monday 18 August 2008: Veolia Transport Cymru

Optare Solo M950 (B29F). Seen laying over at Aberystwyth, prior to working route 525 to Llanidloes.

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]]> Mon Aug 18 2008 Lakeside Coaches (Ellesmere) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1551487.html Lakeside Coaches (Ellesmere) Saturday 26 July 2008: Lakeside Coaches (Ellesmere)

Volvo B10M / Plaxton Premiere 320 (C57FT). Seen in Telford on some form of private hire. Volvo B10M / Plaxton Premiere 320 (C57FT). Seen at Llangynog on a wet Saturday afternoon, believed to be operating a private hire 'Tanat Valley run' around the pubs in the area. Volvo B10M / Plaxton Premiere 320 (C57FT). Seen at Aberystyth on some form of private hire. V361EKY. Volvo B10M-62, Plaxton (C49ft) is seen resting at a coach park in Blackpool. YN56 ORY. Volvo B12M, Plaxton Paragon (C59Ft) is located at the Frankwell Coach Park in Shrewsbury. T183 AUA. DAF, Van Hool (C49Ft), crosses the English Bridge in Shrewsbury.

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]]> Sat Jul 26 2008 Minsterley Motors, Stiperstones http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1551480.html Minsterley Motors, Stiperstones Sunday 27 July 2008: Minsterley Motors, Stiperstones

Enviro 300? YN08 NLG. Volvo B7RLE, Plaxton Centro (BC45F) approaches Shrewsbury Bus Station along Smithfield Road. DX57 JXS. Volvo B7RLE, Plaxton Centro (B44F). Seen at the English Bridge in Shrewsbury on a inbound 435 from Ludlow. YN06 NZH. Scania L94, Wright Solar (B43F) is seen along Smithfield Road in Shrewsbury on a 552 bound for Minsterley. DX57 JXS. Volvo B7RLE, Plaxton Centro (B44F) is seen departing Shrewsbury Bus station. YN08 NKH. Volvo B7RLE, Plaxton Centro (BC45F) departs Shrewsbury Bus Station on a route 552 for Minsterley. DX57 TVW (LC57WYN). Volvo B7RLE, Plaxton Centro (B45F) corsses the English Bridge in Shrewsbury as it working a 435 service boudn for Ludlow. This example was new to Lloyds Coaches of Machynlleth and was sold to Minsterley whilst nearly new.

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]]> Sun Jul 27 2008 TEMP: South West Holiday June08 http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1535523.html Items from Penzance across to Poole in Dorset via Devon to feature here over time. Once most items have been in collection they will move to relevant collections. **** UPDATE **** content now been moved into relevant collection Friday 27 June 2008: Items from Penzance across to Poole in Dorset via Devon to feature here over time. Once most items have been in collection they will move to relevant collections. **** UPDATE **** content now been moved into relevant collection

M598 OSO (20198) S529 RWP (52529). Mercedes-Benz Vario O814D, Plaxton Beaver 2 (B22F). Seen at Liskeard, complete in the Tamar Link livery. WK04 CUC (565). Mercedes Vario 0814D, Plaxton Beaver 2 (DP33F) approaches Newquay Bus Station. WK04 OTA [ex SF04 HXM] (580). Mercedes Vario 0814D, Plaxton Beaver 2 (DP33F) approaches Newquay Bus Station. WK03 BUS [ex SF03 SCX] (576). Mercedes Vario 0814D, Plaxton Beaver 2 (B33F) approaches Newquay Bus Station. R809 HWS (809). Mercedes Vario 0814D, Plaxton Beaver 2 (DP33F) approaches Newquay Bus Station.

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]]> Fri Jun 27 2008 York Pullman http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1521689.html York Pullman Monday 2 June 2008: York Pullman

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]]> Mon Jun 2 2008 Confidence (Wigston, Leicester) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1518251.html Confidence (Wigston, Leicester) Saturday 1 March 2008: Confidence (Wigston, Leicester)

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]]> Sat Mar 1 2008 Woods Coaches (Wigston, Leicester) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1514316.html Collection includes service work operated around Leicester City Centre Tuesday 20 May 2008: Collection includes service work operated around Leicester City Centre

Mercedes Benz 811D / Plaxton Beaver (B27F), TIL 4048 (P37 CBC) is seen at Leicester City Centre Mercedes Benz 709D / Alexander Sprint (DP29F), RIL 4537 (M570 VSF) is seen at Leicester City Centre Mercedes Benz Vario 0814D / Alexander ALX100 (B29F), LKZ 3614 (P118 HCH) is seen at Leicester City Centre Mercedes Benz 709 / Alexander Sprint (B29F), GNZ 8153 (P386 FEA) is seen at Leicester City Centre

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]]> Tue May 20 2008 Arriva Midlands: Dennis Falcons http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1502556.html Collection been updated from other sections of fotopic soon Wednesday 30 April 2008: Collection been updated from other sections of fotopic soon

Arriva Midlands 3093 on 83 (despite 71 in display!) Seen at Welshpool, back at Oswestry depot, looking good after its referb. About to do a D88 local to Oldford, one of the few route still using the 'D' prefix Dennis Falcon / East Lancs - 2081 - K211 UHA is seen at the top of Wyle Cop is Shrewsbury on route 81. K213UHA (3083). Dennis Falcon HC, East Lancs EL2000 (B48F) is seen along Smithfield Road in Shrewsbury following the diversion whilst the town centre was been resurfaced, on a 81 bound for Wellington. K211UHA (3081). Dennis Falcon HC, East Lancs EL2000 (B48F) is seen along Smithfield Road in Shrewsbury following the diversion whilst the town centre was been resurfaced, on a 81 bound for Wellington. K219UHA (3089). Dennis Falcon HC, East Lancs EL2000 (B48F) is seen at Shifnal on a 891 bound for Telford Town Centre.

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]]> Wed Apr 30 2008 Arriva Midlands: Dennis Dart (step entry) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1493649.html Arriva Midlands: Dennis Dart (step entry) Tuesday 15 April 2008: Arriva Midlands: Dennis Dart (step entry)

G141 GOL (2061). Dennis Dart, Carlyle (B36F) is seen at Burton. It was withdrawn and departed the fleet in late 2006. H501 GHA (2001). Dennis Dart / East Lancs. Seen at Welshpool on a full 71 working, shortly before withdrawing 'Welshpool' runs. This 'prototype' Dart was sadly scrapped in late 2007 L300 SBS (2029). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B40F) is seen at Burton. L304 NFA (2094). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B40F) is seen at Burton. L305 NFA (2095). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B40F) is seen at Derby on route X38 L509 BNX (2009). Dennis Dart, East Lancs EL2000 (B33F) is seen at Burton. L509 BNX (2009). Dennis Dart, East Lancs EL2000 (B33F) is seen at Litchfield K544 ORH (2064). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B34F) is seen at Welshpool on route 75 (not ideal vehicle for this route when operated by Arriva). Seen at Stafford H501 GHA (2001). Dennis Dart / East Lancs. Seen at Llanymynech on a short 71 working from Four Crosses. This Dart was sadly scrapped in late 2007 Dennis Dart / Plaxton Pointer (B23F), 2105 - L155 UKB is seen at Crewe on the short lived route 85 (Crewe - Newcastle) which was operated by Stafford depot upon closure of Crewe depot. Dennis Dart / Plaxton Pointer (B23F), 2103 - L153 UKB is seen at Crewe on the short lived route 85 (Crewe - Newcastle) which was operated by Stafford depot upon closure of Crewe depot. L521 BNX (2021). Dennis Dart, East Lancs EL2000 (B33F) is seen at Shrewsbury whilst operating out of Wellington on route 81 Seen at Wolverhampton Bus Station, on route 876, worked by Stafford depot. This Dart stands out as its now got an electronic destination screen. Seen on loan at Shrewsbury around Gains Park on route 22. Dennis Dart / East Lancs, 2022 - L522 BNX, seen at Cannock G218 LGT. Dennis Dart, Carlyle (B36F) is seen at Cannock. It was withdrawn during 2008 and used for spares at Wellington and departed the fleet later that year. G218 LGT. Dennis Dart, Carlyle (B36F) is seen at Cannock. It was withdrawn during 2008 and used for spares at Wellington and departed the fleet later that year. Dennis Dart / Northern Counties - 2085 - L139 YVK, seen at Cannock Dennis Dart / East Lancs - 2022 - L522 BNX, seen at Cannock Dennis Dart / Northern Counties - 2072 - L131 YVK, seen at Cannock L301 NFA (2091). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B40F) is seen at Lichfield. This former Stevensons Dart was sadly involved in a bad accident in 2007 and written off. N808 EHA (2098). Dennis Dart, East Lancs (B40F) is seen at Lichfield Dennis Dart / East Lancs, 2012 L512 BNX, seen at Lichfield, working off Cannock depot (still with Wellington blind?) K550 ORH (2070) is seen around Shrewsbury Town Centre on route 25, where this former London beasts are commonplace. Dennis Dart / East Lancs - 2019 - L519 BNX is seen at Walsall on route 1 from Cannock K545 ORH (2065). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B34F) is seen laying over near Shrewsbury bus station Dennis Dart / East Lancs - 2013 - L513 BNX is seen entering Shrewsbury bus station whilst on route 22 (despite route number not been set) K552 ORH (2082). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B34F) is seen at Knockin on the Saturday only 571 Oswestry - Shrewsbury Dennis Dart / East Lancs; 2015 - L515 BNX is seen climing towards Shrewsbury Town Centre on route 23 (normally worked by Solo) K549 ORH (2069). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B34F) is seen climbing towrads Shrewsbury Town Centre on route 25 - Bayston Hill. Dennis Dart / East Lancs; 2013 - L513 BNX is seen near Shrewsbury railway station well off its branded route (22) on route 25 to Bayston Hill Dennis Dart / East Lancs; 2014 - L514 BNX is seen on route 22 at Gains Park on the outskirts of Shrewsbury Dennis Dart / East Lancs; 2015 - L515 BNX is seen outside the Shrewsbury depot at Spring Gardens, Ditherington whilst on a driver changeover on route 24 (normally low floor operated)

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]]> Tue Apr 15 2008 Stagecoach South http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1489970.html Stagecoach South Tuesday 8 April 2008: Stagecoach South

Dennis Trident / Alexander ALX 400 (H47/28F), 18505 KX06 LYY is seen at Sailsbury on a 'Active8' service to Andover. Mercedes Benz 709D / Alexander Sprint (B25F), 40922 N922 NAP is seen at Sailsbury

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]]> Tue Apr 8 2008 East London http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1488705.html Odd items from around Docklands which were captured whilst working in the area. Previous Stagecoach London fleet and still has Stagecoach national numbers. Saturday 5 April 2008: Odd items from around Docklands which were captured whilst working in the area. Previous Stagecoach London fleet and still has Stagecoach national numbers.

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]]> Sat Apr 5 2008 First London http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1488693.html Odd items from around Docklands which were captured whilst working in the area. Saturday 5 April 2008: Odd items from around Docklands which were captured whilst working in the area.

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]]> Sat Apr 5 2008 MK Metro http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1488651.html This concern is a subsidiary of Arriva which operates in Milton Keynes, North Buckinghamshire, North Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire. Sunday 6 April 2008: This concern is a subsidiary of Arriva which operates in Milton Keynes, North Buckinghamshire, North Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire.

Optare Solo M850 / Optare (B31F), 9 T309 ENV is seen in Northampton

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]]> Sun Apr 6 2008 Thamesdown (Swindon) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1487251.html Thamesdown (Swindon) Tuesday 25 March 2008: Thamesdown (Swindon)

H969 XHR. Denns Dominator, East Lancs (H43/33F) is seen at Swindon. H972 XHR. Denns Dominator, East Lancs (H43/33F) is seen at Swindon.

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]]> Tue Mar 25 2008 Verwood Bus http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1484523.html Single bus operation which operates former Crosville Bristol VR VCA 455W on a Friday only V1 (Verwood - Bournemouth - Poole) and has recently started a a Tuesday only (on West Moors school days) a shorter (Verwood - Bournemouth). I have done the full return route twice to day and is highly recomended! Sunday 13 January 2008: Single bus operation which operates former Crosville Bristol VR VCA 455W on a Friday only V1 (Verwood - Bournemouth - Poole) and has recently started a a Tuesday only (on West Moors school days) a shorter (Verwood - Bournemouth). I have done the full return route twice to day and is highly recomended!

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]]> Sun Jan 13 2008 Damory Coaches (part of Wilts and Dorset) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1465758.html Damory Coaches (part of Wilts and Dorset) Tuesday 26 February 2008: Damory Coaches (part of Wilts and Dorset)

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]]> Tue Feb 26 2008 Special Collection: Bus Grill's (faceviews) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1465156.html Special collection to focus on bus grills Friday 1 February 2008: Special collection to focus on bus grills

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]]> Fri Feb 1 2008 Boultons of Shropshire http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1461781.html Boultons of Shropshire Tuesday 19 February 2008: Boultons of Shropshire

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]]> Tue Feb 19 2008 Cooksons, Welshpool http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1448213.html Cooksons, Welshpool Friday 18 January 2008: Cooksons, Welshpool

Dennis Lancet / Van Hool, BIG 3135 is seen parked outside the White Lion pub in Llynclys, nr Oswestry Dennis Lancet / Van Hool, BIG 3135 is seen parked outside the White Lion pub in Llynclys, nr Oswestry

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]]> Fri Jan 18 2008 Country Bus (Newton Abbot) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1447389.html South Devon based operator based at Newton Abbot Saturday 16 June 2007: South Devon based operator based at Newton Abbot

Rear profile of former Midland Red North / Arriva Midlands North, Mercedes-Benz 709D / Alexander Sprint (B29F) P394 FEA is seen at Totnes in Devon. Former Midland Red North / Arriva Midlands North, Mercedes-Benz 709D / Alexander Sprint (B29F) P394 FEA is seen at Totnes in Devon.

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]]> Sat Jun 16 2007 Johnsons of Hordthrope / Redfern Travel, Mansfield http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1443045.html A limited collection at present with views of the three VR's used o the excellent runing day in September 2007 Thursday 17 January 2008: A limited collection at present with views of the three VR's used o the excellent runing day in September 2007

G511 SFT, Leyland Olympian ONCL10/1RZA, NC Palatine (H47/30F) departs the Mansfield Woodhouse depot for a school contract. This example has it origins with Kentish Bus but operated for a good number of years with ARRIVA Midlands. HWJ 925W. Bristol VRT/SL3/6LXB, ECW (CH39/31F) departs Mansfield Woodhouse for a school contract. ODL 664R. Bristol VRT/SL3/6LXB, ECW (H43/31F) is seen departing Mansfield Woodhouse on a school contract. ODL 664R. Bristol VRT/SL3/6LXB, ECW (H43/31F) is seen at Mansfield on a college shuttle service. B503 FFW. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (DPH42/30F) is seen at the premises of Johnsons of Hodthorpe, still carrying the 75th anniversary Lincolnshire livery.

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]]> Thu Jan 17 2008 Stagecoach Devon http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1438697.html Stagecoach Devon Sunday 10 June 2007: Stagecoach Devon

P701 BTA (31701), Volvo B6BLE / Alexander ALX200 (B35F) is seen at Exeter. P703 BTA (31703), Volvo B6BLE / Alexander ALX200 (B35F) is seen at Exeter. P618 PGP (32618), Dennis Dart / Alexander Dash (B36F). Seen at Torquay strand, this example was new to Selkent. G189 JHG (14189). Leyland Olympian ONLXB/2RZ, Alexander RL (DPH47/32F) is seen at Torquay Strand. G180 JHG (14180). Leyland Olympian ONLXB/2RZ, Alexander RL (DPH47/32F) is seen at Torquay Strand. G189 JHG (14189). Leyland Olympian ONLXB/2RZ, Alexander RL (DPH47/32F) is seen at Torquay Strand. G180 JHG (14180). Leyland Olympian ONLXB/2RZ, Alexander RL (DPH47/32F) is seen at Torquay Strand. N978 NAP (40978). Mercedes-Benz 709D / Alexander Sprint (B23F) is seen in Paignton. G189 JHG (14189). Leyland Olympian ONLXB/2RZ, Alexander RL (DPH47/32F) is seen at Paignton. J824 HMC (15324), Scania N113DRB / Alexander RH (H47/31F). Seen reversing at Paignton bus station. J824 HMC (15324), Scania N113DRB / Alexander RH (H47/31F). Seen reversing at Paignton bus station. JDZ 2360 (32260). Dennis Dart, Wright Handybus (B28F) is seen at Paignton. K238 NHC (14988). Leyland Olympian ON2R50G13Z4, Alexander RL (CH45/33F) is seen at Paignton. N979 NAP (40979). Mercedes-Benz 709D / Alexander Sprint (B23F) is seen in Paignton.

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]]> Sun Jun 10 2007 Johns Travel (Wrexham) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1433344.html Johns Travel (Wrexham) Monday 24 December 2007: Johns Travel (Wrexham)

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]]> Mon Dec 24 2007 D Jones & Sons (Acrefair) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1433323.html D Jones & Sons (Acrefair) Monday 24 December 2007: D Jones & Sons (Acrefair)

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]]> Mon Dec 24 2007 Pats Coaches (Southsea) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1433304.html Pats Coaches (Southsea) Tuesday 1 January 2008: Pats Coaches (Southsea)

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]]> Tue Jan 1 2008 Bennetts, Warrington http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1421830.html Bennetts, Warrington Sunday 9 December 2007: Bennetts, Warrington

Mercedes Benz 709D / Alexander Sprint (B25F) RXI 6746 ex (E50 CHH) is seen at Warrington Mercedes Benz 709D / Plaxton Beaver (B25F) N910 ETM is saeen at Warrington

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]]> Sun Dec 9 2007 RML Travel http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1421653.html RML Travel Sunday 9 December 2007: RML Travel

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]]> Sun Dec 9 2007 Maghull Coaches http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1421457.html Maghull Coaches Saturday 9 December 2006: Maghull Coaches

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]]> Sat Dec 9 2006 Midland Classic, Swadlincotte http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1418888.html Midland Classic, Swadlincotte Saturday 20 October 2007: Midland Classic, Swadlincotte

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]]> Sat Oct 20 2007 Lewis-y-Llan (Amlwch) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1416018.html Lewis-y-Llan (Amlwch) Tuesday 28 November 2006: Lewis-y-Llan (Amlwch)

C283 BBP. Dennis Dominator, East Lancs (H43/31F) is seen at Llangefni whilst waiting time prior to operating a school contract. This example was new to Southampton as fleetnumber 283 and has also served with Bullocks of Cheadle at some stage.

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]]> Tue Nov 28 2006 W E Jones Llanerchymedd http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1416015.html W E Jones Llanerchymedd Wednesday 28 November 2007: W E Jones Llanerchymedd

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]]> Wed Nov 28 2007 Carreglefn Coaches http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1416012.html Carreglefn Coaches Tuesday 28 November 2006: Carreglefn Coaches

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]]> Tue Nov 28 2006 Padarnbus, Llanberis http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1416011.html In recent times Padarnbus has expanded upon incorporating the main operations of neighboring KMP to form a substantial and interesting presence in North West Wales. Official company website: http://www.padarnbus.co.uk/ Wednesday 28 November 2007: In recent times Padarnbus has expanded upon incorporating the main operations of neighboring KMP to form a substantial and interesting presence in North West Wales. Official company website: http://www.padarnbus.co.uk/

L830 LNE (ex L20 BUL). Leyland Olympian ON2R50C13Z4, East Lancs (H45/31F) is seen at the former premises of KMP in Llanberis which is now part of the Parden Bus operation. This example was new to Bullock, Cheadle and sold shortly after the majority of service work was sold to Stagecoach. Y91 RWH (307). Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer 2 (B39F) completes its inbound journey on route 88 from Caernarfon. L830 LNE (ex L20 BUL). Leyland Olympian ON2R50C13Z4, East Lancs (H45/31F) is located at Llanberis as it works a S1 'Snowdon Sherpa' service to Pen-Y-Pass. L830 LNE (ex L20 BUL). Leyland Olympian ON2R50C13Z4, East Lancs (H45/31F) climbs towards Pen-Y-Pass as it works a S1 'Snowdon Sherpa' service to Pen-Y-Pass. L830 LNE (ex L20 BUL). Leyland Olympian ON2R50C13Z4, East Lancs (H45/31F) waits time at Penygwryd whilst working a S1 'Snowdon Sherpa' service. L830 LNE (ex L20 BUL). Leyland Olympian ON2R50C13Z4, East Lancs (H45/31F) waits time at Penygwryd whilst working a S1 'Snowdon Sherpa' service. K819 NKH (0317). Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B34F) is seen at Llanberis. CX56 AHK (304). Optare Solo M880, Optare (B28F) is seen at Bangor Clock, awaing a return to Llanberis on a Sunday working on route 85.

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]]> Wed Nov 28 2007 D P Owens Rhiwlas http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1416008.html D P Owens Rhiwlas Tuesday 28 November 2006: D P Owens Rhiwlas

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]]> Tue Nov 28 2006 Inside bus views http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1412428.html Inside bus views Monday 1 January 2007: Inside bus views

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]]> Mon Jan 1 2007 Arrowbrook Coaches http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1408528.html Arrowbrook Coaches Tuesday 16 October 2007: Arrowbrook Coaches

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]]> Tue Oct 16 2007 Birch Travel (Baschurch) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1398373.html Birch Travel (Baschurch) Saturday 27 October 2007: Birch Travel (Baschurch)

Leyland Tiger / Duple (C57F) is seen working a Shrewsbury Town Football Club Park & Ride service. This Tiger was new as Midland Red North 1601. Leyland Tiger / Duple (C57F) is seen working a Shrewsbury Town Football Club Park & Ride service. This Tiger was new as Midland Red North 1601.

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]]> Sat Oct 27 2007 Transdev Yellow Buses http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1391340.html Transdev Yellow Buses Wednesday 19 September 2007: Transdev Yellow Buses

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]]> Wed Sep 19 2007 First Hampshire & Dorset http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1391333.html First Hampshire & Dorset Friday 1 June 2007: First Hampshire & Dorset

R503 NPR (52603) Mercedes Benz 0814D, Plaxton Beaver 2 (B27F) is seen at Weymouth in a dedicated livery for 'Back the Bid 2012 Olympic Games' JDZ 2389 (45389). Dennis Dart, Wright Handybus (B26F) is seen at Fareham and still in pre-FirstGroup corporate Barbie livery scheme in early 2008! P722 KCR (51722). Mercedes Benz 709D, Plaxton Beaver (B27F) is seen at Fareham. Note the odd application of the livery. This example was new locally to Provincial. N712 GRV (51712). Mercedes Benz 709D, Plaxton Beaver (B27F) is seen at Fareham. P729 KCR (51729). Mercedes Benz 709D, Plaxton Beaver (B27F) is seen at Portsmouth. R405WWR (50299). Mercedes-Benz Vario 0.814D, Plaxton Beaver 2 (B27F) is seen at Portsmouth City Centre. This example was new to Yorkshire Rider and ultimately transfered with First Group ownership. H643 YHT (62643). Leyland Lynx, Leyland (B49F) is seen at Portsmouth on a route 5 Fareham to Southsea via Portsmouth. P728 KCR (51728). Mercedes Benz 709D, Plaxton Beaver (B27F) is seen in failing light at Portsmouth. JHU 909X (34509), Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ROE (H47/29F). Seen at Littlemoor at the terminus of route 2A, awaiting a return to Weymouth. JHU 909X (34509), Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ROE (H47/29F). Seen at Weymouth, Esplanade as it awaits time prior to working a town based route 2A Littlemoor. JHU 909X (34509), Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ROE (H47/29F) rear profile at Weymouth, Esplanade. JHU 909X (34509), Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ROE (H47/29F). Seen at Weymouth, Esplanade as it awaits time prior to working a town based route 2A Littlemoor. JDZ 2307 (45307), Dennis Dart, Wright Handybus (B30F) is seen at the Weymouth depot N636 ACF (46736). Dennis Dart / Plaxton (B37F). Seen at Weymouth. N636 ACF (46736). Dennis Dart / Plaxton (B37F). Seen at Weymouth. JDZ 2307 (45307), Dennis Dart, Wright Handybus (B30F) is seen at Weymouth JHU 902X (34502), Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ROE (H47/29F). Seen at Weymouth on normally low floor operated route 8 to Chickerell. N636 ACF (46736). Dennis Dart / Plaxton (B37F). Seen at Weymouth. P921 RYO (31821). Volvo Olympian, NC Palatine (H47/27D) is located at Southampton City Centre. Its destination and dual door configurations give the game away that it orginated in London. It was new to London General as NV121 (which became part of GO-Ahead) and was part of the batch obtained by First Bus (ironic that First buy another groups second hand stock but won't sell its own on!). MOD 571P (39971). Bristol VRT/SL3/6LXB, ECW (O43/32F) nears its destination of Portland Bill. MOD 571P (39971). Bristol VRT/SL3/6LXB, ECW (O43/32F) nears its destination of Portland Bill.

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]]> Fri Jun 1 2007 Shamrock (Poole) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1391330.html Shamrock Buses of Poole focus on operations in the Poole and Bournemouth areas. Work generally consists of contracted school /college commitments, a free Tesco 'Shoppers' bus service but here are few normal passenger services with the following been notable: 2 Poole - Bournemouth Triangle (Monday to Friday) 31 Castlepoint - Christchurch (Monday to Saturday) 32 Poole - Bournemouth Hospital (Monday to Friday) Website: http://www.shamrockbuses.co.uk/ Thursday 18 October 2007: Shamrock Buses of Poole focus on operations in the Poole and Bournemouth areas. Work generally consists of contracted school /college commitments, a free Tesco 'Shoppers' bus service but here are few normal passenger services with the following been notable: 2 Poole - Bournemouth Triangle (Monday to Friday) 31 Castlepoint - Christchurch (Monday to Saturday) 32 Poole - Bournemouth Hospital (Monday to Friday) Website: http://www.shamrockbuses.co.uk/

B49 PJA (294). Leyland Olympain ONLXB/1R, Northern Counties (H43/30F) is seen laying over at Poole before a turn on route 34 (Poole - Bournemouth Hospital) B865 XYR (103). Volvo B10M-61, East Lancs Reobdy (H44/30D) is seen laying over in Poole whilst waiting a turn on route 32 (Poole - Bournemouth Hospital). This example was rebodied on 1992 for Grey-Green from a Volvo B10M-61 chasis on a coach body. E858 DPN (258) Leyland Olympian NCL10/1RZ, Northern Counties (H47/30F) is seen at Bournemouth whilst operating a T1 free Tesco bus service. B49 PJA (294). Leyland Olympain ONLXB/1R, Northern Counties (H43/30F) is seen in Poole about to complete a route 34 (Bournemouth Hospital - Poole), note the new LED display G645 BPH (100). Volvo B10M-50, Northern Counties (H45/35F) is seen at West Moors on a school contract, freshly painted into the revised fleet livery. This example was new to London & Country and have also served with Midland Red North / ARRIVA Midlands. F85 MJH (285). Leyland Olympian ON6LXCT/1RH, Leyland (CH39/25F) is seen at Ringwood upon completing a college contract. This example was new to Reading.

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]]> Thu Oct 18 2007 Chepstow Classic Buses http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1390377.html Views seen at Southampton where buses were hired for the Southampton Boat Show Park & Ride in September 2007. Lots more photos will follow over time. Tuesday 16 October 2007: Views seen at Southampton where buses were hired for the Southampton Boat Show Park & Ride in September 2007. Lots more photos will follow over time.

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]]> Tue Oct 16 2007 Pike of Andover http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1388967.html Pike of Andover Sunday 14 October 2007: Pike of Andover

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]]> Sun Oct 14 2007 AWAITING FOLDER ALLOCATION http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1384669.html AWAITING FOLDER ALLOCATION Sunday 7 October 2007: AWAITING FOLDER ALLOCATION

Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1RZ, East Lancs (H45/29F) is seen newly obtained for preservation from Transdev Lancashire United and visits the 'Midland Red' day at Wythall. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1RZ, East Lancs (H45/29F) is seen newly obtained for preservation from Transdev Lancashire United and visits the 'Midland Red' day at Wythall. J266 UDW. Leyland Lynx MK2, Leyland (B49F) poses for the camera at Shrewsbury whilst on standby cover for rail replacement duties in Shrewsbury. J266 UDW. Leyland Lynx MK2, Leyland (B49F) is seen at the side of Warrington Bank Quay station whilst on rail replacement duties between Chester and Manchester. H778 VHL (13632). Leyland Olympian ON3R49C18Z4, Alexander RH (DPH53/39FT). Seen at Broadway in Liverpool whilst working Magic Bus route 14C.This example is showing 'on hire to Stagecoach Merseyside' in the windscreen whilst still retaining Stagecoach Manchester legals. SN03 EBZ (575). TransBus Dart SLF, TransBus MPD (B29F) is located along Portland Terrace in Southampton. C212 GTU (3122). Leyland Olympian ECW (H45/32F) is seen at Crewe after working on the 38 to Macclesfield on a Sunday in normal service (in relation to the Crewe Classic Bus Running Day). M842 DDS (2122). Volvo B6-50 Alexander Dash (B40F) is seen waiting time at the coach layover park alongside Oswald Road, Oswestry whilst on teatime duties on the 401 Oswestry Town Service. This example is seen on its first day in service at Oswestry whilst on loan from Cannock. D434 BCJ. Bedford YNT, Plaxton Paramount (C53F) is seen heading for a school contract near Abergele. This example originated with Yeomans, Hereford. R811 YJC. Mercedes-Benz Vario O814D, Plaxton Beaver 2 (B27F) departs Mansfield Bus Station. it was new to Arriva Cymru as MMM811. G683 AAD. Mercedes-Benz 709D, PMT (B25F) is seen at the premises of Woolley of Llanedwen. L905 VHT. Mercedes Benz 709D, Alexander (B25F) is seen at Talybont, near Bangor in North East Wales whilst believed to be operating a Bingo contract run! This example was new to Badgerline and thus later becoming part of First Somerset and Avon. It is a rare example to escape from First Group for futher service.

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]]> Sun Oct 7 2007 Owens of Oswestry (Four Crosses) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1376752.html Owens of Oswestry (Four Crosses) Monday 24 September 2007: Owens of Oswestry (Four Crosses)

J51 EDM. Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B35F) is seen at Welshpool whilst covering on the Welshpool Town Service. It still operates in the former operators livery, Trustline of Harlow (Essex) but it was new to locally based Chester City Transport. J51 EDM. Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B35F) is seen at Welshpool whilst covering on the Welshpool Town Service. It still operates in the former operators livery, Trustline of Harlow (Essex) but it was new to locally based Chester City Transport. Note the route branding from Trustline still applied! J51 EDM. Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B35F) is seen at Welshpool whilst covering on the Welshpool Town Service. It still operates in the former operators livery, Trustline of Harlow (Essex) but it was new to locally based Chester City Transport. Note the route branding from Trustline has mainly been removed on the nearside BV57 MTO. BMC Hawk, BMC (B27F) pulls into Newtown (Powys) Bus station whilst working the Newtown Town Service duties. BV57 MTK. BMC Hawk, BMC (B27F) pulls into Newtown (Powys) Bus station whilst working the Newtown Town Service duties.

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]]> Mon Sep 24 2007 A.B Coaches (Totnes) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1367987.html A.B Coaches (Totnes) Tuesday 11 September 2007: A.B Coaches (Totnes)

Seen in Torquay

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]]> Tue Sep 11 2007 R Bullocks (Cheadle) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1365170.html R Bullocks (Cheadle) Friday 7 September 2007: R Bullocks (Cheadle)

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]]> Fri Sep 7 2007 Finglands (Rusholme) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1330482.html A small collection of EYMS owned Finglands in Manchester. Saturday 21 July 2007: A small collection of EYMS owned Finglands in Manchester.

Volvo Olympian / Alexander Royale (DPH45/29F) 1789 N601 BRH is seen along the bus student area of Oxford Road, nearing Manchester City Centre. Volvo Olympian / Alexander Royale (H43/29F); 1740 N740 VBA is seen along the bus student area of Oxford Road, nearing Manchester City Centre. Volvo Olympian / Alexander RH (H45/29F); 1770 N132 YRW is seen at Fallowfields. This was new to London United. Volvo Olympian / Northern Counties Palatine 2 (H47/29F); 1780 R420 SOY is seen entering Manchester Piccadilly Gardens. Volvo Olympian / Northern Counties Palatine 2 (H47/29F); 1779 R419 SOY is seen at Fallowfields Volvo Olympian / Northern Counties Palatine (H47/30F); 1745 N745 ANE is seen at Fallowfields N746 ANE (1746). Volvo Olympian, Northern Counties Palatine (H47/30F) is seen at Fallowfields

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]]> Sat Jul 21 2007 Riverlink, Dartmouth http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1327019.html Main route worked is the 100 between Totnes & Paignton using two open top Bristol VR / ECW's with a closed top example for bad weather. Main focus of this section are of the VR's 1 - UWV 614S, 2 - UWV 604S & 3 - WTU 467W been ex Crosville! --- More updates to come soon! --- Monday 16 July 2007: Main route worked is the 100 between Totnes & Paignton using two open top Bristol VR / ECW's with a closed top example for bad weather. Main focus of this section are of the VR's 1 - UWV 614S, 2 - UWV 604S & 3 - WTU 467W been ex Crosville! --- More updates to come soon! ---

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]]> Mon Jul 16 2007 Wilts & Dorset http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1316232.html Collection capture between two visits to the area in June and September 2007. Collection mainly captured in Poole, with views in Bournemouth, Ringwood & Verwood. Sunday 1 July 2007: Collection capture between two visits to the area in June and September 2007. Collection mainly captured in Poole, with views in Bournemouth, Ringwood & Verwood.

Bristol VRT / ECW; 4422 ELJ 214V is seen at Bournemouth Square wearing the 1901 - 2001 Centenary of Poole Trams livery

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]]> Sun Jul 1 2007 P&P Coaches, Middletown http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1294393.html Formed in 2007 from part of the Worthen Travel which included operation of service 558 (Montgomery - Shrewsbury). It has since lost the 558 and a short time later ceased operations. Sunday 3 June 2007: Formed in 2007 from part of the Worthen Travel which included operation of service 558 (Montgomery - Shrewsbury). It has since lost the 558 and a short time later ceased operations.

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]]> Sun Jun 3 2007 Preservation Collection: Leyland Lynx G38 YHJ http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1266343.html A collection of photos from the demise of G38 YHJ after been withdrawn by Arriva Midlands (views at Chase Coaches yard in Chasetown) through to been acquired for preservation by Simon Charlsey and restored into working order. Saturday 28 April 2007: A collection of photos from the demise of G38 YHJ after been withdrawn by Arriva Midlands (views at Chase Coaches yard in Chasetown) through to been acquired for preservation by Simon Charlsey and restored into working order.

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]]> Sat Apr 28 2007 CEC April 14th Tour http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1257559.html CEC April 14th Tour Monday 16 April 2007: CEC April 14th Tour

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]]> Mon Apr 16 2007 RS Travel, Middlewich http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1244468.html RS Travel, Middlewich Sunday 1 April 2007: RS Travel, Middlewich

Leyland Lynx - G159 EOG at Cheshire Oaks on route X20 (Middlewich - Chester - Cheshire Oaks) Leyland Lynx - G159 EOG, rear shot at Cheshire Oaks Leyland Lynx - G159 EOG enters Chester bus exchange on the return journey to Middlewich Leyland Lynx - G159 EOG seen loading up at Chester bus exchange. Never thought I would see a Lynx parked here again (ARRIVA Crewe previously had Lynxes load here on route 84!)

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]]> Sun Apr 1 2007 ARRIVA Midlands - Leyland Lynx http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1238137.html On the splilt of ARRIVA Mindlands North (with the Cheshire depots going to ARRIVA North West & Wales), only a small number of Lynxes remained in the fleet with the majority previously been allocated to Crewe and Macclesfield. The Lynx has traditionally been allocated to Staffordshire depot's Saturday 24 March 2007: On the splilt of ARRIVA Mindlands North (with the Cheshire depots going to ARRIVA North West & Wales), only a small number of Lynxes remained in the fleet with the majority previously been allocated to Crewe and Macclesfield. The Lynx has traditionally been allocated to Staffordshire depot's

Leyland Lynx; 3101 - F258 GWJ is seen at Pitcher Bank, Stafford on layover before working route 876 - Wolverhampton. This Lynx had not long been reffurblished in this view Shrewsbury FS: Cannock allocated - 3101 - F258 GWJ. The only Lynx used this year on Pengwern Road. Leyland Lynx; 3102 - E72 KBF is seen at Stafford not long after refurblishment in 2004 Leyland Lynx; 3102 - E72 KBF is seen at Shrewsbury depot whilst on loan for the Shrewsbury Flower Show 2006 Leyland Lynx - 3101 - F258 GWJ, seen at Cannock Leyland Lynx - 3105 - G324 NUM, seen in the Tamworth depot Leyland Lynx; 3101 - F258 GWJ is seen on loan at Shrewsbury, working route 25 near the bus depot. Leyland Lynx; 3101 - F258 GWJ, on loan to Shrewsbury is seen waiting to pull into the bus station Leyland Lynx; 3101 - F258 GWJ, on loan to Shrewsbury is seen pulling into the bus station Leyland Lynx; 3101 - F258 GWJ, on loan to Shrewsbury is seen at the terminus at Harlescott Grange Leyland Lynx; 3101 - F258 GWJ, on loan to Shrewsbury is seen near the train station working route 25 to Baston Hill Leyland Lynx; 3101 - F258 GWJ, on loan to Shrewsbury seen working on route 519 - Newport Leyland Lynx; 3101 - F258 GWJ is seen on route 22 at Gains Park Leyland Lynx; 3101 - F258 GWJ is seen on route 22 at Gains Park Leyland Lynx; 3101 - F258 GWJ, seen at Ford Village on route 75 to Welshpool Leyland Lynx; 3101 - F258 GWJ, seen exiting Ford Village on route 75 to Welshpool Leyland Lynx, 3109 - G40 YHJ is seen entering Shrewsbury bus station on route 25 in some morning mist (almost like a ghostly return to the area). It was on loan for the day from Cannock. Leyland Lynx, 3109 - G40 YHJ is seen at Bayston Hill in some morning mist. It was on loan for the day from Cannock. Inside view of 3109 - G40 YHJ, looking very smart. Leyland Lynx, 3109 - G40 YHJ is seen laying over opposite Shrewsury bus station It was on loan for the day from Cannock.

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]]> Sat Mar 24 2007 ARRIVA Midlands - Optare Solo's http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1237950.html Shrewsbury has a collection of Shropshire County Council own Optare Solo's, complete in Shropshire CC blue with branding. Additionally there a few other examples at Wellington/Shifnal depots Friday 23 March 2007: Shrewsbury has a collection of Shropshire County Council own Optare Solo's, complete in Shropshire CC blue with branding. Additionally there a few other examples at Wellington/Shifnal depots

Optare Solo; 6008 - FJ54 OTV, is seen laying over near the bus station Optare Solo; 6006 - FJ03 PFX is seen unusally on route 25 near Ditherington in Shrewsbury Optare Solo; 6003 - BU03 HPY is seen near Shrewsbury railway station on route 16 (blind set wrong as driver was changing in traffic) Optare Solo; 6000 - BU03 HRL is seen at Ellesmere Cross Street on a Sunday working on route 501 BU03 HRA (6005). Optare Solo M850, Optare (B26F) is seem along Smithfield Road, Shrewsbury on route 20 to Radbrook Green Optare Solo M850 / Optare (B26F); 6000 BU03 HRL is seen climbing Castle Gates towards to town centre. BU03 HPZ (6004). Optare Solo M850, Optare (B26F) is seen awaiting entry to Shrewsbury Bus station. FN04 AFJ (6007). Optare Solo M920, Optare (B33F) is seen at Bridgnorth loading up for a route 297 to Kidderminster. YJ57 EKD (2903). Optare Solo M950, Optare (B31F). Seen at Oswestry bus station, unusually working route 53 'shorts' to Ifton Heath. BU03 HRA (6005). Optare Solo M850, Optare (B26F) departs Shrewsbury Bus Station on a dedicated Shropshire County Council funded route 7 to Greenfields. BU03 HPZ (6004). Optare Solo M850, Optare (B26F) is seen exitig Shrewsbury Bus Station on a route 546 bound for Pulverbatch. FJ54 OTW (6009). Optare M850, Optare Solo (B29F) crosses the English Bridge in Shrewsbury on a route 23 bound for Monkmoor. BU03 HRA (6005). Optare Solo M850, Optare (B26F)crosses the English Bridge in Shrewsbury on a route 16 to Meole Village. BU03 HPY (6003). Optare Solo M850, Optare (B26F) crosses the English Bridge in Shrewsbury on a route 23 bound for Monkmoor. BU03 HPX (6002). Optare Solo M850, Optare (B26F) crosses the English Bridge in Shrewsbury on a route 12 bound for Kingswood.

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]]> Fri Mar 23 2007 Choice Travel http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1237227.html Once wore a nice yellow livery but this is been replaced by D&G style livery since company owned by D&G Thursday 22 March 2007: Once wore a nice yellow livery but this is been replaced by D&G style livery since company owned by D&G

Seen outside Stafford Station Seen at Wolverhampton Bus Station on V2006 Festival Shuttles. Seen at Wolverhampton Bus Station 117 - Dennis Dart / East Lancs Spryte - JJZ 5291 is seen laying over at Walsall in bright sunshine X731 FPO (155). Optare Solo M920, Optare (B33F) trudges along Smithfield Road in Shrewsbury on a Tuesday only 538 service to Bridgnorth (service was axed in late 2008). Note the cheap LED display used which proves hard to capture on the camera. X731 FPO (164). Optare Solo M920, Optare (B27F) trudges along Smithfield Road in Shrewsbury on a Tuesday only 538 service to Bridgnorth (service was axed in late 2008). This example was operated new by First Hampshire & Dorset whilst not owned but leased for the City-link bus service in Southampton. W895 AGA (147). Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer MPD (B29F) is seen at Wellington, heading out on a Shropshire subserdised 341 to Market Drayton.

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]]> Thu Mar 22 2007 Thandi (group of companies) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1237222.html Thandi (group of companies) Thursday 22 March 2007: Thandi (group of companies)

Former ANW&W Dennis Dart - L940 GYL is seen at Walsall bus station on route 346 Former ANW&W Dennis Dart - L940 GYL is seen at Walsall on route 346 to Bloxwich Former ANW&W Dennis Dart - L940 GYL is seen at Walsall on route 346

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]]> Thu Mar 22 2007 Depot Buildings http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1218194.html Depot Buildings Sunday 25 February 2007: Depot Buildings

A early March morning of Oswestry depot in the snow

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]]> Sun Feb 25 2007 ARRIVA NW&W - VDL Plaxton Centro http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1204393.html ARRIVA NW&W - VDL Plaxton Centro Thursday 8 February 2007: ARRIVA NW&W - VDL Plaxton Centro

VDL / Plaxton Centro - 2614 CX56 CEN i seen well off route at Chester bus exchange on the 84 Chester - Crewe! CX56 CEK (2613). VDL SB120CS, Plaxton Centro (B39F) pulls out of Sandbach Common as it works a 37 working to Northwich.

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]]> Thu Feb 8 2007 Enterprise Boats - Truro http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1202129.html Enterprise Boats - Truro Monday 5 February 2007: Enterprise Boats - Truro

At Truro At Truro

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]]> Mon Feb 5 2007 First & Last Coaches, St Byron - Cornwall http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1202113.html Located between Penzance and Lands End in a place called St Byron. Came across by accident as camping nearby on Holiday. Monday 5 February 2007: Located between Penzance and Lands End in a place called St Byron. Came across by accident as camping nearby on Holiday.

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]]> Mon Feb 5 2007 Summercourt Travel http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1198812.html Summercourt Travel Thursday 1 February 2007: Summercourt Travel

Seen at Newquey Bus Station Seen at Newquey Bus Station Former Midland Red North/Arriva Midlands North; Leyland Olympian/ECW B913 NBF seen at Summercourt Travel depot yard. Bristol VR/ECW former UWV 613S seen at Summercourt Travel depot yard. Former Midland Red North/Arriva Midlands North; Leyland Olympian /ECW B913 NBF seen at Summercourt Travel depot yard. Leyland Olympian/ECW seen at Summercourt Travel depot yard been used for spares?. Anyone know the registration?

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]]> Thu Feb 1 2007 Truronian, Truro http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1198802.html Truronian, Truro Thursday 1 February 2007: Truronian, Truro

Seen at St Austall At Truro At Truro Seen at Truro Seen at Truro At Truro This former Arriva London; Leyland Olympian/ECW is seen at Helston, outside Tesco store Dennis Dart SLF / Plaxton Pointer 2 is seen near Helston Tesco store

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]]> Thu Feb 1 2007 Plymouth Citybus http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1198237.html Plymouth Citybus Wednesday 31 January 2007: Plymouth Citybus

At Plymouth

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]]> Wed Jan 31 2007 Roselyn of Par http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1198236.html Roselyn of Par Wednesday 31 January 2007: Roselyn of Par

Former Crosville / Crosville Wales / Arriva Cymru, Leyland Olympian /ECW is seen at the operating base of Roselyn of Par Former Plymouth Citybus, Leyland Atlantean - TTT 162X is seen at the operating base of Roselyn of Par B192 BLG. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R / ECW (H45/32F) is seen at the village of Par the operators base after completing a college contract. This example was new to Crosville as DOG192. A168 PAE (A879 UHY), Volvo B10M / Duple Laser (C57F) is seen at Par on a school contract. AJH 854T. Bristol VRT/SL3/6LXB, ECW (H43/32F) and B192 BLG. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) both park together at the side of the Roselyn depot at Par. B193 BLG. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R (H45/32F) is seen at the main base of Roselyn in the village of Par. C224 CBU, Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, NC (H43/30F) is seen on a school contract in Par, near its base. C224 CBU, Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, NC (H43/30F) is seen on a school contract in Par, near its base. B186 BLG. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R / ECW (H45/32F) is seen at the village of Par whilst operating a school contract near the operators base. This example was new to Crosville as DOG186. AJH 854T. Bristol VRT/SL3/6LXB, ECW (H43/32F) is seen at Par on a morning school contract. This example was new to the Atomic Energy Research Establishment, Harwell as an non-PCV.

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]]> Wed Jan 31 2007 Western Greyhound - Newquay http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1198233.html Western Greyhound - Newquay Wednesday 31 January 2007: Western Greyhound - Newquay

Seen at Newquay Bus Station Seen at Newquay Bus Station Seen at Newquay Bus Station W349 WCS (549). Mercedes-Benz Vario 0814, Plaxton Beaver 2 (B31F) is seen at St Austell on a early evening 529 service to Bodmin. S503 SRL (503). Mercedes-Benz Vario O814D, Plaxton Beaver 2 (B27F) lays over between duties at Penzance Bus Station. S502 SRL (502). Mercedes-Benz Vario O814D, Plaxton Beaver 2 (B27F) climbs up from Sennen Cove on a route 504 bound for St Just. S502 SRL (502). Mercedes-Benz Vario O814D, Plaxton Beaver 2 (B27F) unloads its passengers as it arrives at Penzance Bus Station. R476 RRA (476). Volvo Olympian, East Lancs Pyoneer (H49/35F) is seen at a scenic St Ives Malakoff awaiting departure on a 515 service to Hayle. 499 YMK ex R480 RRA (488). Volvo Olympian, East Lancs Pyoneer (H49/35F) is seen loading up at Newquay Bus Station for a scenic, 501 'coastal service' to St Ives WK55 BUS ex YJ55 BJZ (910). Optare M920, Optare (B33F) is seen at Penzance.

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]]> Wed Jan 31 2007 Evans of Tregaron http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1198109.html Evans of Tregaron Wednesday 31 January 2007: Evans of Tregaron

K660 PHW. Dennis Javelin, Wadham Stringer (C46F) is located at Aberystwyth Coach Park awaiting its afternoon 'Bws Ysgol' commitments. Its allover white appearance doesn't provide an easy understanding to whom operates it but upon closer inspection it is found to be owned by Evans, Tregaron. This example is believed to have been new to the MOD as '74 KK 76' in 1992.

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]]> Wed Jan 31 2007 Odds & Ends: West Midlands http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1197481.html Odds & Ends: West Midlands Tuesday 30 March 2004: Odds & Ends: West Midlands

P315MLD. Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B39F) is seen entering Wolverhampton bus station. L307 VFE. Dennis Dart, Wright Handybus (B40F) is seen entering Wolverhampton bus station.

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]]> Tue Mar 30 2004 Go West Midlands (Diamond Bus) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1193450.html Go West Midlands (Diamond Bus) Thursday 25 January 2007: Go West Midlands (Diamond Bus)

Dennis Lance - 333 - L202 YAG is seen in Shrewsbury on route 436. This is a former Stagecoach Carlisle flood victim Dennis Dart SLF / Plaxton Pointer - P515 RYM is seen on a layover on route 436 at Shrewsbury.

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]]> Thu Jan 25 2007 M&H Coaches http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1191500.html M&H Coaches Monday 22 January 2007: M&H Coaches

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]]> Mon Jan 22 2007 Whittle http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1191489.html Whittle Monday 22 January 2007: Whittle

77 - FJ53 LZW is seen near Shrewsbury railway station Mercedes Vario 0814D / Plaxton Beaver 2 (B27F); 71 R451 PRH is seen at Bridgnorth.

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]]> Mon Jan 22 2007 Liew Jones http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1187253.html Liew Jones Wednesday 17 January 2007: Liew Jones

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]]> Wed Jan 17 2007 Nefyn Coaches http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1187252.html Nefyn Coaches Wednesday 17 January 2007: Nefyn Coaches

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]]> Wed Jan 17 2007 Crosville Photoshoot - SRG - HFM 196J http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1184775.html A fantasic day riding around and photographing preserved Crosville SRG196. Sunday 14 January 2007: A fantasic day riding around and photographing preserved Crosville SRG196.

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]]> Sun Jan 14 2007 Arriva Midlands - Volvo B10M / Alexander Q & East Lancs http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1169983.html A collection of Volvo B10M service buses operated by Arriva Midlands since the merger of Fox County and Midlands North. Included are examples still operated or long since departed the fleet. Main focus includes examples that operated from the Abermule outstation (of Shrewsbury) prior to the loss of operation, including: 3304 H73 DVM, 3304 H74 DVM, 3309 H580 DVM and 3310 H81 DVM. These also operated in Shrewsbury with 3307 H76 DVM later featuring. Thursday 28 December 2006: A collection of Volvo B10M service buses operated by Arriva Midlands since the merger of Fox County and Midlands North. Included are examples still operated or long since departed the fleet. Main focus includes examples that operated from the Abermule outstation (of Shrewsbury) prior to the loss of operation, including: 3304 H73 DVM, 3304 H74 DVM, 3309 H580 DVM and 3310 H81 DVM. These also operated in Shrewsbury with 3307 H76 DVM later featuring.

Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q - 3304 - H73 DVM is seen Newtown back in the days they operated the D81 Vaynor. This vehicle also has the old roller blinds in the photo. Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q, 3305 - H74 DVM is seen at Newtown bus station whilst working the 75 to Shrewsbury (still roller blinded in this view) Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q - 3309 - H580 DVM is seen at Newtown BS on route 75, Shrewsbury bound Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q, 3310 - H81 DVM is seen at Newtown bus station on whilst working the 75 Llanidloes Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q, 3310 - H81 DVM is seen at Newtown bus station on whilst working the 75 Shrewsbury Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q, 3305 - H74 DVM is seen at Newtown Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q, 3310 - H81 DVM is seen at Welshpool whilst working the 75 to Shrewsbury Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q - 3309 - H580 DVM is seen at Welshpool on route 75 Llanidloes bound Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q - 3309 - H580 DVM is seen in Newtown on route 75, Shrewsbury bound Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q, 3305 - H74 DVM is seen at on a short layover at Newtown before picking up its next duty. Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q, 3307 - H76 DVM is seen exiting Shrewsbury BS on route 25 - Bayston Hill Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q, 3310 - H81 DVM is seen exiting Shrewsbury BS Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q - 3304 - H73 DVM is seen working the last working of the day on route 75 to Newtown. This vehicle is located in Shrewsbury along Welshpool Road. Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q - 3309 - H580 DVM is seen laying over near Shrewsbury BS Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q - 3309 - H580 DVM is seen head through Welshpool Volvo B10M / East Lancs - 3303 - H919 XYT, seen at Cannock Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q - 3309 - H580 DVM is seen near Shrewsbury railway station on the X5 to Telford Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q - 3304 - H73 DVM is seen after completing duties on the 75 (Welshpool - Shrewsbury) Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q - 3307 - H76 DVM is seen on the layover area near Shrewsbury bus station Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q, 3305 - H74 DVM is seen near Shrewsbury railway station whilst working the X5 to Telford Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q - 3304 - H73 DVM is seen near Shrewsbury Railway Station on route 25 - Bayston Hill Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q, 3307 - H76 DVM is seen at Ditherington in Shrewsbury on route 25 - Bayston Hill Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q - 3307 - H76 DVM is seen heading along Smithfield Road in Shrewsbury whilst operating route 25 to Harlescott Grange. Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q - 3304 - H73 DVM is seen at Ford Village working on route 75 to Welshpool Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q - 3307 - H76 DVM is seen at Ford Village whilst operating route 75 Shrewsbury - Welshpool Volvo B10M-55 / Alexander Q - 3307 - H76 DVM is seen exiting Ford Village whilst operating route 75 Shrewsbury - Welshpool Volvo B10M / East Lancs, 3302 - H918 XYT is seen waiting to turn into Shrewsbury bus station whilst working the day on routes 1/11. It was on loan for a few days from Cannock. H74 DVM (3305). Volvo B10M-55, Alexander Q (B55F) is seen near Shifnal on a 892 to Telford. H580 DVM (3309). Volvo B10M-55, Alexander Q (B55F) is seen at Tettenhall on a 892 bound for Telford. H74 DVM (3305). Volvo B10M-55, Alexander Q (B55F) is seen at Wolverhampton on a 891 for Telford. H74 DVM (3305). Volvo B10M-55, Alexander Q (B55F) is seen near Shrewsbury Castle on a 81 bound for Wellington.

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]]> Thu Dec 28 2006 ARRIVA Cymru: Optare Tempos http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1161669.html ARRIVA Cymru: Optare Tempos Sunday 24 December 2006: ARRIVA Cymru: Optare Tempos

YJ55 BKU (2865) Optare Tempo X1200, Optare (DP41F) is seen at Aberaeron on route X40 YJ06 YRO (2869). Optare Tempo X1260, Optare (B40F) waits time at Aberaeron whilst working a lengthy X40 service from Aberystwyth to Cardiff, note the Welsh displayed as 'Caerdydd' as the blind is alternating between English and Welsh. YJ06 YRY (2867). Optare Tempo X1260, Optare (B40F) waits time at Aberaeron whilst working a 550 service from from Cardigan to Aberystwyth. YJ06 YRO (2869). Optare Tempo X1260, Optare (B40F) passes through the wash at the Aberystwyth depot at Park Avenue, prior to been used on the lengthy lunchtime X40 departure to Cardiff. YJ55 BKU (2865) Optare Tempo X1200, Optare (DP41F) is seen along Park Avenue in Aberystwyth whilst returning to the depot. YJ55 BKO (2864) Optare Tempo X1200, Optare (DP41F) is seen along Park Avenue in Aberystwyth whilst on a 550 bound for Cardigan. YJ55 BKL (2862) Optare Tempo X1200, Optare (DP41F) is seen along Park Avenue in Aberystwyth whilst on a X40 bound for Caermarthem (note the Welsh on the destination display). YJ55 BKU (2860) Optare Tempo X1200, Optare (DP41F) is seen along Park Avenue in Aberystwyth, nearing its ultimate destination.

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]]> Sun Dec 24 2006 Merseyline http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1153678.html Only a trio of photos taken shortly before the company was sold to ARRIVA NW&W Tuesday 5 December 2006: Only a trio of photos taken shortly before the company was sold to ARRIVA NW&W

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]]> Tue Dec 5 2006 Green Bus Service of Great Wyrley http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1153676.html Green Bus Service of Great Wyrley Tuesday 5 December 2006: Green Bus Service of Great Wyrley

Seen at Cannock

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]]> Tue Dec 5 2006 Non PSV Mislaneous http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1151949.html Non PSV Mislaneous Sunday 3 December 2006: Non PSV Mislaneous

Seen at Llandudno Seen in Stafford, adervising Staffordshire Police 'Operation Angel' Seen in Stafford, adervising Staffordshire Police 'Operation Angel'

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]]> Sun Dec 3 2006 Mislaneous Collection http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1151946.html Photos that don't fit into a main collection Sunday 3 December 2006: Photos that don't fit into a main collection

At Winsford Seen outside Arriva Crewe depot Seen at Penzance Seen at Lichfield Seen at Tamworth Former Arriva Midlands Leyland Lynx 3105 - G324 NUM is seen at Tanat Valley's Llanrhaeadr - Ym - Mochnant premises before been used for spares for a pair of preserved Lynxes.

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]]> Sun Dec 3 2006 Bakerbus - Biddulph http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1127529.html Bakerbus - Biddulph Friday 3 November 2006: Bakerbus - Biddulph

Seen exiting Hanley BS

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]]> Fri Nov 3 2006 Crosville Photoshoot - DVL435 & ERG280 http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1126167.html Photos of preserved Crosville DVL435 & ERG280 which operated on a private photoshoot. Many thanks to the organisers and vehicle owners, a fantasic day. Note photo times are incorrect as I forgot to change digital camera time to match the clocks going back. Wednesday 1 November 2006: Photos of preserved Crosville DVL435 & ERG280 which operated on a private photoshoot. Many thanks to the organisers and vehicle owners, a fantasic day. Note photo times are incorrect as I forgot to change digital camera time to match the clocks going back.

RMA 435V is seen in Mold bus station RMA 435V is seen at Loggerheads Country Park RMA 435V is seen at Loggerheads Country Park RMA 435V is seen at Loggerheads Country Park RMA 435V is seen at Loggerheads Country Park, this time with Birkinhead in blind RMA 435V is seen leaving Loggerheads Country Park RMA 435V is seen near Llanarmon-yn-lal in this fantasic country scene RMA 435V is seen near Llanarmon-yn-lal in this fantasic country scene RMA 435V is seen at the terminus at Llanarmon-yn-lal RMA 435V is seen in crossing a bridge in Llanarmon-yn-lal RMA 435V is seen in crossing a bridge in Llanarmon-yn-lal RMA 435V is seen in in Llanarmon-yn-lal RMA 435V is seen in in Llanarmon-yn-lal RMA 435V is seen in Ruthin RMA 435V is seen in Ruthin RMA 435V is seen in Denbigh RMA 435V is seen in Denbigh, near the former Crosville depot RMA 435V is seen in Denbigh RMA 435V is seen in Denbigh YFM 280L and RMA 435V are both seen at Mold bus station YFM 280L is seen at Mold bus station YFM 280L and RMA 435V are both seen at Mold bus station YFM 280L is seen in Mold YFM 280L is seen in Mold YFM 280L is seen near Nercwys YFM 280L is seen near Nercwys YFM 280L is seen near Nercwys YFM 280L is seen near Nercwys YFM 280L is seen near Llanfynydd YFM 280L seen in Llanfynydd YFM 280L is seen at Wrexham bus station YFM 280L is seen in Shocklach A artistic view of YFM 280L with a bit of Photoshop magic YFM 280L is seen in Shocklach YFM 280L is seen in Shocklach YFM 280L is seen in Shocklach YFM 280L is seen in Shocklach YFM 280L is seen in Shocklach YFM 280L is seen in Shocklach YFM 280L is seen in Mold in falling light

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]]> Wed Nov 1 2006 Johns Travel - Blaenau Ffestiniog http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1119661.html Johns Travel - Blaenau Ffestiniog Wednesday 25 October 2006: Johns Travel - Blaenau Ffestiniog

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]]> Wed Oct 25 2006 Glovers http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1112072.html Glovers Monday 16 October 2006: Glovers

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]]> Mon Oct 16 2006 Arriva Midlands: Scania, Plaxton Paladin (R-TJW batch) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1111124.html Arriva Midlands: Scania, Plaxton Paladin (R-TJW batch) Sunday 15 October 2006: Arriva Midlands: Scania, Plaxton Paladin (R-TJW batch)

Scania/Plaxton Paladin - 3429 - R429 TJW is seen sticking out of the Shrewsbury Depot Scania / Plaxton Paladin - 3427 - R427 TJW is seen at Abermule on driver changeover while en-route to Shrewsbury on the (D)75 Scania/Plaxton Paladin - 3417 - R417 TJW, is seen at Shrewsbury for the FS: Tamworths 3417 - R417 TJW at Claremont Bank. I had it ride to showground on this! The driver was from Cannock. Shrewsbury FS: Another view of 3421 - R421 TJW Seen on the (X)64, on a morning journey to Hanley Scania / Plaxton Paladin - 3428 - R428 TJW is seen at Shrewsbury covering on the full (D)75, complete with board in Windscreen. Seen at Newcastle under Lyme Seen at Newcastle under Lyme on the (X)64, Hanley bound Seen exiting Hanley BS, bound on the (X)64 back to Shrewsbury Scania/Plaxton Paladin - 3416 - R416 TJW, seen at Coperation Street, Tamworth Scania/Plaxton Paladin - 3420 - R420 TJW, seen at Coperation Street, Tamworth. It has recently been fitted with a electronic display Scania/Plaxton Paladin - 3415 - R415 TJW, seen at Coperation Street, Tamworth Scania/Plaxton Paladin - 3418 - R418 TJW, seen at Coperation Street, Tamworth. Scania/Plaxton Paladin - 3421 - R421 TJW, seen at Coperation Street, Tamworth Scania/Plaxton Paladin - 3418 - R418 TJW, seen at Coperation Street, Tamworth. Scania/Plaxton Paladin - 3418 - R418 TJW, seen at Coperation Street, Tamworth. Scania/Plaxton Paladin - 3418 - R422 TJW, seen at Coperation Street, Tamworth. It has recently been fitted with a electronic display Scania/Plaxton Paladin - 3418 - R418 TJW, seen at Coperation Street, Tamworth. It has recently been fitted with a electronic display Scania / Plaxton Paladin - 3428 - R428 TJW is seen on the layover area of Shrewsbury bus station whilst allocated on route 24 R426 TJW (3426), Scania, Plaxton Paladin (B45F), seen at the Shrewsbury depot yard at Ditherington. R418 TJW (3418). Scania L113CRL, Plaxton Paladin (B47F) is seen at Wolverhampton, prior to working a 891 to Telford and then a onward X5 back to Shrewsbury. R418 TJW (3418). Scania L113CRL, Plaxton Paladin (B47F) departs Shrewsbury Bus Station on a cross town route 25, in this instance bound for Bayston Hill.

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]]> Sun Oct 15 2006 Hulme Hall - Running Day http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1106285.html Photos taken from Hulme Hall running day. Many thnaks for Ian Johnson for providing such as great day and other who brought VR's along. Monday 9 October 2006: Photos taken from Hulme Hall running day. Many thnaks for Ian Johnson for providing such as great day and other who brought VR's along.

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]]> Mon Oct 9 2006 Williams of Porthmadog http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1100003.html Williams of Porthmadog Monday 2 October 2006: Williams of Porthmadog

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]]> Mon Oct 2 2006 First Somerset & Avon http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1095632.html Photos from around Cornwall, odd one from Weston Super Mare Wednesday 27 September 2006: Photos from around Cornwall, odd one from Weston Super Mare

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]]> Wed Sep 27 2006 VIA Travel http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1089035.html VIA Travel Wednesday 20 September 2006: VIA Travel

Via Travel is now working route 16 (a gain from First) Volvo?/East Lanc PJI 9173 seen at Crewe on 44B: Volvo?/East Lanc PJI 9173 seen at Crewe on 44B: Volvo?/East Lanc PJI 9173 seen at Crewe on 44B: K612 UFR. Mercedes-Benz 709D, Alexander Sprint (B25F) departs Crewe Bus Station as it works a local town route 46 5o Marshfield.

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]]> Wed Sep 20 2006 Preserved (non rally views) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1069932.html This collection is slowly been moved into operators collections. Thursday 31 August 2006: This collection is slowly been moved into operators collections.

On the CMS100 Roadrun at Abergele

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]]> Thu Aug 31 2006 V2006 (Arriva Midlands) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1057092.html This folder will contain photos taken on Saturday 19th August 2006. Just the one till I round to sorting them, former Crosville B190 BLG Saturday 19 August 2006: This folder will contain photos taken on Saturday 19th August 2006. Just the one till I round to sorting them, former Crosville B190 BLG

Seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles. Seen at Stafford Station on route 4 from Cannock. This Scania has had its roof damage repaired, repainted back now allocated to Cannock. Seen at Stafford Station, the only new Dart at Stafford not branded for the 825 Seen at Stafford Station on V2006 Festival Shuttles. Seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles. Was briefly used from Wellington depot on School contract. The Driver is Alan Cotton from the Oswestry depot. Seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles Used on the V2006 Shuttles at Stafford, on loan from Coalville depot where its a regular on a School Contracts. Been driven by Lee Hobson from Cannock Seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles Seen at Stafford Station on V2006 Festival Shuttles. Seen at Stafford Station Seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles. This Citybus is allocated to Cannock Seen at Stafford Station Seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles. Seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles. Seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles. This Citybus is on loan fron Derby Seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles Seen at Stafford Bus Station on V2006 Festival Shuttles. Seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles. Seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles, allocated to CannockLeyland Olympian / ECW; 4571 D171 FYM is seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles, allocated to Cannock (withdrawn shortly after this view) Leyland Olympian / ECW; 4571 D171 FYM is seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles, allocated to Cannock (withdrawn shortly after this view) Seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles Seen at Stafford, operating on route 4 from Cannock. Seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles, on loan fron Hinkley Seen at Wolverhampton Bus Station on V2006 Festival Shuttles. Seen at Stafford Station Seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles, on loan fron Hinkley Seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles. This Citybus is on loan fron Derby Seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles. Was briefly used from Wellington depot on School contract. The Driver is Alan Cotton from the Oswestry depot. Seen at Stafford, operating on route 4 from Cannock. Seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles Seen at Stafford on V2006 Festival Shuttles Seen at Wolverhampton Bus Station on V2006 Festival Shuttles. Seen at Wolverhampton Bus Station on the 876 (which I travlled down on from Stafford) Seen at Wolverhampton Bus Station on V2006 Festival Shuttles. Seen at Wolverhampton Bus Station on V2006 Festival Shuttles. Seen at Wolverhampton on V2006 Festival Shuttles. Seen at Wolverhampton Seen at Wolverhampton Seen at Wolverhampton Bus Station on V2006 Festival Shuttles. This Lynx is allocated to Cannock Seen at Wolverhampton Bus Station on route 892 Seen at Wolverhampton on V2006 Festival Shuttles. This Falcon is on loan from Swadlincote Seen at Wolverhampton Bus Station on V2006 Festival Shuttles. Seen at Wolverhampton Bus Station on route 870 from Cannock Seen at Wolverhampton on V2006 Festival Shuttles. This Falcon is on loan from Swadlincote Seen at Wolverhampton on V2006 Festival Shuttles. Senn at Wolverhampton on route 890 Seen at Wolverhampton Bus Station on V2006 Festival Shuttles. Seen at Wolverhampton Bus Station on V2006 Festival Shuttles. Seen at Wolverhampton Bus Station on V2006 Festival Shuttles on route 870 from Cannock (photo a bit blured) Seen at Wolverhampton Bus Station on V2006 Festival Shuttles.

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]]> Sat Aug 19 2006 Shrewsbury Flower Show - 2006 http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c1051430.html Only a small collection this year. The sunshine ruined most photo opertunities for loaned workings on the 24. Sunday 13 August 2006: Only a small collection this year. The sunshine ruined most photo opertunities for loaned workings on the 24.

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]]> Sun Aug 13 2006 Protours http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c991552.html Protours Wednesday 14 June 2006: Protours

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]]> Wed Jun 14 2006 South Lancs Travel http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c968957.html South Lancs Travel Wednesday 24 May 2006: South Lancs Travel

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]]> Wed May 24 2006 Stagecoach North West http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c968937.html Stagecoach North West Wednesday 24 May 2006: Stagecoach North West

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]]> Wed May 24 2006 Fishwicks of Leyland http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c968934.html Fishwicks of Leyland Wednesday 24 May 2006: Fishwicks of Leyland

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]]> Wed May 24 2006 Stagecoach Northampton http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c967926.html Stagecoach Northampton Tuesday 23 May 2006: Stagecoach Northampton

Seen in Leicester

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]]> Tue May 23 2006 Preston Bus http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c959213.html Preston Bus Monday 15 May 2006: Preston Bus

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]]> Mon May 15 2006 Williams of Deiniolen http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c907402.html Williams of Deiniolen Thursday 30 March 2006: Williams of Deiniolen

Williams of Deiniolen, ex YMB 507W, seen at Deiniolen, working on a Sunday 85 Llanberris - Bangor, when I came across it by chance! Williams of Deiniolen, ex YMB 507W, seen out Bangor, working on a Sunday 85 Llanberris - Bangor, which I had a ride on.

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]]> Thu Mar 30 2006 Stagecoach Wales http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c901498.html Stagecoach Wales Friday 24 March 2006: Stagecoach Wales

Seen at Newtown YJ55 YFY (25101). Optare Tempo X1200, Optare (B41F) departs Newtown whilst operating an TrawsCambra 704 service bound for Brecon.

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]]> Fri Mar 24 2006 CEC Tour (Stockport, Sheffield, Chesterfield) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c888471.html Only some of the collection from day added, keep looking others are going to be added soon! Sunday 12 March 2006: Only some of the collection from day added, keep looking others are going to be added soon!

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]]> Sun Mar 12 2006 Huggins Coaches http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c826953.html Huggins Coaches Friday 13 January 2006: Huggins Coaches

ex F771 EKM

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]]> Fri Jan 13 2006 North West Travel http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c826951.html North West Travel Friday 13 January 2006: North West Travel

Alexander N bodied Lynx, ex Arriva Midlands North

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]]> Fri Jan 13 2006 Merseypride, Speke http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c826943.html Merseypride, Speke Friday 13 January 2006: Merseypride, Speke

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]]> Fri Jan 13 2006 Price Coaches - New Broughton http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c818020.html Price Coaches - New Broughton Thursday 5 January 2006: Price Coaches - New Broughton

CHZ 4871 (GFM 110X), Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R (H45/32F) passes Yale College, Wrexham to drop students off at the bus station and then return to the college for a assoicated College run. CHZ 4871 (ex GFM110X). Leyland Olympian, ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) is sadly withdrawn and sitting next it its replacement, Volvo Olympian YN2RV18Z4, Northern Counties Palatine (H47/29F). Noth located at Prices depot at New Broughton. CHZ 4871 (ex GFM110X). Leyland Olympian, ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) is sadly withdrawn at the depot at New Broughton.

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]]> Thu Jan 5 2006 Stagecoach Merseyside http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c796539.html Stagecoach Merseyside Friday 16 December 2005: Stagecoach Merseyside

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]]> Fri Dec 16 2005 V2005 - Arriva Midlands http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c757840.html V2005 - Arriva Midlands Thursday 10 November 2005: V2005 - Arriva Midlands

Seen outside Stafford Railway Station Seen outside Stafford Railway Station Seen in Stafford Seen outside Stafford Railway Station Seen in Stafford Seen in Stafford Seen outside Stafford Railway Station Seen outside Stafford Railway Station Seen outside Stafford Railway Station Seen outside Stafford Railway Station Seen outside Stafford Railway Station Seen outside Stafford Railway Station Seen in Stafford, used tempory on the 825, before returning back to Oswestry after referb Seen in Stafford Seen outside Stafford Railway Station Seen at Wolverhampton Seen at Wolverhampton Seen at Wolverhampton Seen at Wolverhampton Seen at Wolverhampton Seen at Wolverhampton Seen at Wolverhampton Seen at Wolverhampton Seen at Wolverhampton Seen at Wolverhampton Seen at Wolverhampton Seen at Wolverhampton Seen at Wolverhampton Seen at Wolverhampton Seen outside Stafford Railway Station Seen outside Stafford Railway Station Seen outside Stafford Railway Station Seen outside Stafford Railway Station Seen outside Stafford Railway Station Seen in Stafford Seen outside Stafford Railway Station Seen outside Stafford Railway Station Seen outside Stafford Railway Station Seen in Stafford Seen in Stafford Seen in Stafford Seen outside Stafford Railway Station Seen in Stafford Seen in Stafford Seen in Stafford Seen in Stafford Seen in Stafford Seen in Stafford Seen in Stafford Seen in Stafford

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]]> Thu Nov 10 2005 Arriva Midlands North - Old photo scans http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c741680.html A start of a collectio from serveral 100's, which required scanning fro old prints. Thursday 27 October 2005: A start of a collectio from serveral 100's, which required scanning fro old prints.

Seen been road tested in Stafford

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]]> Thu Oct 27 2005 Leeway Bus Co (Northop) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c707243.html Leeway Bus Co (Northop) Wednesday 28 September 2005: Leeway Bus Co (Northop)

Seen at Mold Bus Station Seen at Mold Seen at Mold Bus Station E929 PBE. Leyland Tiger, Alexander (DP51F) is seen laying over near Mold bus station. C327 HWJ. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R / ECW. Seen at laying over at Mold bus station. C327 HWJ. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R / ECW. Seen at Mold on a afternoon school working.

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]]> Wed Sep 28 2005 Silcox of Pembroke Docks http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c707234.html Silcox of Pembroke Docks Wednesday 28 September 2005: Silcox of Pembroke Docks

Leaving Carmarthen Bus Station Leaving Carmarthen Bus Station

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]]> Wed Sep 28 2005 Richards Brothers - Cardigan http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c685611.html Richards Brothers - Cardigan Saturday 10 September 2005: Richards Brothers - Cardigan

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]]> Sat Sep 10 2005 First Devon & Cornwall http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c674458.html First Devon & Cornwall Thursday 1 September 2005: First Devon & Cornwall

Seen at Barnstaple Seen at Barnstaple Seen at Barnstaple Seen at Barnstaple Seen at Barnstaple Seen at Barnstaple Seen at Barnstaple Seen at Barnstaple Seen at Barnstaple Seen at Barnstaple Seen at Barnstaple Seen at Barnstaple Seen at Barnstaple Seen at Barnstaple Seen at Barnstaple Seen at Truro Bus Station Seen at Truro Seen at Truro At Truro Seen at Truro Seen at Truro At Truro Seen at Truro Bus Station Passing through Newquey Seen at Newquey Bus Station Seen at Newquey Bus Station Seen at Newquey Bus Station Seen at Newquey Bus Station Seen at Newquey Bus Station Seen at Newquey Bus Station

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]]> Thu Sep 1 2005 Arriva Cymru - Old Photo Scans http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c647168.html A Start of 100's of photos to be scanned from Arriva Cymru days Tuesday 9 August 2005: A Start of 100's of photos to be scanned from Arriva Cymru days

Seen at Bangor, seen in the Alpine advert. This Lynx worked from Llandudno Junction at the time.

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]]> Tue Aug 9 2005 RMA 435V photoshoot http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c645823.html Many thanks to Matt and Shaun for allowing me, Dave & Ivor to come along. Top Day! Monday 8 August 2005: Many thanks to Matt and Shaun for allowing me, Dave & Ivor to come along. Top Day!

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]]> Mon Aug 8 2005 Aimees of Leek http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c641800.html Aimees of Leek Friday 5 August 2005: Aimees of Leek

Seen laying over at Hanley BS

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]]> Fri Aug 5 2005 Centrebus (Leicester) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c630334.html Centrebus (Leicester) Tuesday 26 July 2005: Centrebus (Leicester)

G377 NRC. Scania N113DRB, Alexander RH (H47/33F) is sene at Leicester City Centre, returning from a 54 from Beaumont Leys. G101 PES. Volvo B10M-50, Alexander RV (H47/37F) is seen heading towards Leicester City Centre out of service. A757 WVP. MCW Metrobus, MCW (H43/30F) is sene at Leicester City Centre, returning from a 54 from Beaumont Leys.

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]]> Tue Jul 26 2005 First Cymru http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c620547.html First Cymru Monday 18 July 2005: First Cymru

Optare Tempo - YJ55 BJF is seen at Aberystwyth loading up for route X40 Optare Tempo - 64503 - YJ55 BJK is seen at Aberaeron on route X40 YJ55 BJF (64502). Optare Tempo X1200, Optare (B41F) is seen at Aberystwyth on a X40 service bound for Caermarthen. YJ55 BJE (64501). Optare Tempo X1200, Optare (B41F) is seen on a inbound X40 service to Aberystwyth from Caermarthen. YJ55 BJE (64501). Optare Tempo X1200, Optare (B41F) lays over at the ARRIVA Cymru depot at Aberystwyth after it completes a X40 service.

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]]> Mon Jul 18 2005 ARRIVA Cymru: Open Tops http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c587643.html ARRIVA Cymru: Open Tops Tuesday 21 June 2005: ARRIVA Cymru: Open Tops

The Last VR at Rhyl still looking and going good Seen in Towyn Seen at Betws Y Coed, on inbound journey from Llandudno Seen at Pen Y Pass on the first working from the tops Seen en route back to Betws Y Coed, not far from Pen Y Pass (joing the main road from the short trek from the tops) MCW Metrobus; 3975 GYE 365W stands at Rhyl depot before it's first duty of the day. MCW Metrobus; 3975 GYE 365W, engine cover lifted to reveal oil had gone over the engine. MCW Metrobus; 3975 GYE 365W, seen where it had broken down near Talacre (oil got over engine, should have seen the smoke!). I was a passenger on this run along with Steve Conway. MCW Metrobus; 3975 GYE 365W later seen been towed back to the Rhyl depot. MCW Metrobus; 3975 GYE 365W later seen been towed back to the Rhyl depot. MCW Metrobus; 3975 GYE 365W later seen been towed back to the Rhyl depot. G35 HKY (3995). Scania N113, Northern Counties Palatine (O47/33F) is seen just after Llanrwst operating the morning positional working from Llandudno to get the vehicle to Betws-Y-Coed for the S2 'Snowdon Sherpa' service. G35 HKY (3995). Scania N113, Northern Counties Palatine (O47/33F) is seen between Capel Curig and Betws-Y-Coed on the S2 'Snowdon Sherpa' service heading for Betws-Y-Coed. YMB 512W (3992). Bristol VRT/SL3/6LXB, ECW (O43/31F). Seen at Llandudno (Craigside), Bryn Y Bia Road, waiting time for a special VE1 'shuttle' service linked to the Victorian Extravaganza which operated to the town centre passing the showfield. E227 WBG (3987). Leyland Olympian, Alexander RL (PO45/30F) is seen at Rhyl Promenade whilst operating a free service to the Marine Lake as part of the 'Rhyl Week' celebrations over the late May Bank Holiday weekend. This example has seemingly gained a advert for 'Heart' Radio Station. E227 WBG (3987). Leyland Olympian, Alexander RL (PO45/30F) is seen at Rhyl Promenade whilst operating a free service to the Marine Lake as part of the 'Rhyl Week' celebrations over the late May Bank Holiday weekend. This example has seemingly gained a advert for 'Heart' Radio Station. E227 WBG (3987). Leyland Olympian, Alexander RL (PO45/30F) is seen at Rhyl near Marine Lake as part of the 'Rhyl Week' celebrations over the late May Bank Holiday weekend. This example has seemingly gained a advert for 'Heart' Radio Station. G35 HKY (3995). Scania N113, Northern Counties Palatine (O47/33F) is seen at Llandudno on the morning 'positional' journey on the S2 to Betws-Y-Coed and Pen-Y-Pass. G35 HKY (3995). Scania N113, Northern Counties Palatine (O47/33F) is seen at Pen-Y-Pass on the S2 heading back to Betws-Y-Coed. This inbound service had a close to full load. E227 WBG (3987). Leyland Olympian, Alexander RL (PO45/30F) is seen near Prestatyn 'Pontins' on a 101 service to Rhyl. E227 WBG (3987). Leyland Olympian, Alexander RL (PO45/30F) is stuck at Talacre with two of its peers after getting stuck in heavy seasonal traffic (and bad car parking blocking traffic flow). E224 WBG (3984). Leyland Olympian, Alexander RL (PO45/30F) is seen at Talacre and slowly departs out of service after been heavily delayed in heavy seasonal traffic (3 open tops where stuck here at the same time ironically). KYV 663X (3977). MCW Metrobus, MCW (PO43/28D) is seen at Talacre on the 101 service heading to working back to Rhyl. KYV 663X (3977). MCW Metrobus, MCW (PO43/28D) is seen at Talacre on the 101 service heading to working back to Rhyl. GKA 449L (3980). Leyland Atlantean AN68/1R, Alexander (O43/32F) is seen at Trinity Square in Llandudno whilst 'on loan' to Llandudno Junction from Southport for the Pride of Llandudno tour. KYV 663X (3977). MCW Metrobus, MCW (PO43/28D) is seen as it approaches Llandudno Junction Railway Station whilst on loan to Llandudno Junction, it operates a morning S2 service bound for Betws-Y-Coed and Pen-Y-Pass. GKA 449L (3980). Leyland Atlantean AN68/1R, Alexander (O43/32F) is seen outside the Llandudno Junction depot whilst 'on loan' to Llandudno Junction from Southport for the Pride of Llandudno tour.

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]]> Tue Jun 21 2005 Stagecoach Warwickshire http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c565067.html These will be moved into the relevent collections shortly Friday 3 June 2005: These will be moved into the relevent collections shortly

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]]> Fri Jun 3 2005 E Jones & Sons (Wrexham) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c533292.html E Jones & Sons (Wrexham) Monday 9 May 2005: E Jones & Sons (Wrexham)

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]]> Mon May 9 2005 First Leicester http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c526789.html Operations seen around Leicester City Centre. First Leicester is the Firstgroup trading name of the former council owned 'Leicester Citybus' Wednesday 4 May 2005: Operations seen around Leicester City Centre. First Leicester is the Firstgroup trading name of the former council owned 'Leicester Citybus'

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]]> Wed May 4 2005 First PMT - Old photo scans http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c506122.html Some of many photos I have started to scan, I will keep them departe from the digital ones for now. Monday 18 April 2005: Some of many photos I have started to scan, I will keep them departe from the digital ones for now.

Leyland Olympian / ECW - 30065 - A167 VFM is seen exiting Crewe bus station on route 20 to Hanley

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]]> Mon Apr 18 2005 Travel West Midlands http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c479753.html Travel West Midlands Monday 28 March 2005: Travel West Midlands

Seen at Wolverhampton Bus Station Seen at Wolverhampton Bus Station Seen at Wolverhampton Bus Station Seen at Cannock MCW Metrobus - 2874 - B874 DOM is seen on a layover at Walsall MCW Metrobus / 2534 - POG 534Y is seen at Walsall bus station on circular service 370A MCW Metrobus / 2590 - POG 590Y is seen entering Walsall bus station on route 351 MCW Metrobus MK2 - 3069 - F69 XOF is seen at Walsall on route 369 - Willehall MCW Metrobus / 2525 - POG 525Y is seen entering Walsall bus station on route 368 MCW Metrobus - 2672 UOE is seen leaving Walsall on route 369 to Willenhall MCW Metrobus / 2534 - POG 534Y is seen in Walsall on circular service 370A MCW Metrobus / 2926 - D926 NOA is seen leaving Walsall bus station on route 377 to Sutton Coldfield B790 AOC (2970). MCW Metrobus MK2, MCW (H43/30F) is seen at Walsall.

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]]> Mon Mar 28 2005 Vale Travel http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c475083.html Vale Travel Thursday 24 March 2005: Vale Travel

F604 RPG. Dennis Dominator, East Lancs (H45/31F) is seen along Kind Street, Wrexham on a 2V service to Cefn Mawr. NDZ 3161. Dennis Dart, Wright Handybus (B29F) passes through Johnstown whilst operating a 2V (Wrexham to Cefn Mawr) service. This example was new to London Buses as DW161 and has subsequently passed to Brighton & Hove, Maynes of Manchester (until operations were acquired by Stagecoach Manchester) and now operates with Vale Travel, part of the GHA group of companies. NDZ 3161. Dennis Dart, Wright Handybus (B29F) approaches Wrexham town centre whilst operating an inbound 2V (Cefn Mawr to Wrexham) service. This example was new to London Buses as DW161 and has subsequently passed to Brighton & Hove, Maynes of Manchester (until operations were acquired by Stagecoach Manchester) and now operates with Vale Travel, part of the GHA group of companies.

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]]> Thu Mar 24 2005 Alpine of Llandudno - Leyland Olympians http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c459258.html Alpine of Llandudno - Leyland Olympians Friday 11 March 2005: Alpine of Llandudno - Leyland Olympians

B153 TRN. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) is undergoing maintenance on the raised outdoor ramps at the Marsh Road depot at Rhyl. Seen at Llandudno Coach Park Seen at Llandudno Coach Park A654 OCX and A646 OCX. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (O43/31F). Side by side for winter storage at the Marsh Road depot at Rhyl with the tops covered. These operate the 'City Sightseeing' tour of Llandudno and Conwy. B910 ODU. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) is seen aprked up at Coleg Llandrillo. A148 UDM. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) is seen heading towards Coleg Llandrillo. HBA 278Y (ex PFM 129Y). Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) turns into Coleg Llandrillo. A685 MWX. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) is seen heading towards Coleg Llandrillo. B153 TRN. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) turns into Coleg Llandrillo. A149 UDM. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) passes through one of the arches in Conwy whilst on a school contract. A685 MWX. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) is seen near Abergele as it takes up a afternoon school contract. B662 CET. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) is seen near Abergele as it takes up a afternoon school contract A654 OCX. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (O43/31F) is seen at West Shore in Llandudno operating the 'City Sightseeing' tour of Llandudno and Conwy. HBA 278Y [ex PFM 129Y]. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) returns from a school contract and turns off Maesdu Avenue onto Builder Street West, as it returns to the depot. It still wears former operators livery of Warrington Brough Transport. A683 MWX. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) returns from a school contract and turns off Maesdu Avenue onto Builder Street West, as it returns to the depot. It wears the livery of its previous owner, P&O Lloyd, Bagillt. A646 OCX. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (O43/31F) is seen at West Shore in Llandudno operating the 'City Sightseeing' tour of Llandudno and Conwy. A654 OCX. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (O43/31F) is seen at West Shore in Llandudno operating the 'City Sightseeing' tour of Llandudno and Conwy. A149 UDM. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) is posed for the camera at Rhuddlan whilst on a Crosville Enthusiast Club 'North Wales 2009 tour'. A148 UDM. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) is posed for a photo at the ARRIVA Bangor depot at Llandygai Industrial Estate whilst on a Crosville Enthusiast Club 'North Wales 2009 tour'. A148 UDM. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) exits the Express Motors depot premises at Penygroes whilst on a Crosville Enthusiast Club 'North Wales 2009 tour'.

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]]> Fri Mar 11 2005 Griffiths Coaches - Felin heli http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c458131.html Griffiths Coaches - Felin heli Thursday 10 March 2005: Griffiths Coaches - Felin heli

Seen at Capel Curig on a Saturday, use unknown (despite Bws Ysgol been set)

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]]> Thu Mar 10 2005 Arriva NW&W- Training Vehicles http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c457581.html Arriva NW&W- Training Vehicles Wednesday 9 March 2005: Arriva NW&W- Training Vehicles

Volvo B58 / Plaxton Paramount? 8168 - 123 YTW is seen at the side of the Crewe depot awaiting disposal from the training fleet. Leyland Lynx MK2, 8163 (former SLC130, 1750 whilst a service bus) is seen at the Bangor depot. Volvo B10B / Northern Counties Paladin, 8205 M110 XKC is seen at thr Rhyl depot Leyland Lynx, 8196 D157 HML is seen outside a recovery firm in Prenton on the Wirral. Very sad to note all windows have been smashed. Leyland Lynx, 8196 D157 HML is seen outside a recovery firm in Prenton on the Wirral. Very sad to note all windows have been smashed.

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]]> Wed Mar 9 2005 Alpine of Llandudno - Bristol VRs http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c456256.html Photos from Llandudno & Rhyl Tuesday 8 March 2005: Photos from Llandudno & Rhyl

Seen at Rhyl Seen at Rhyl Seen at Rhyl Seen at Rhyl Seen at Rhyl Seen at Rhyl

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]]> Tue Mar 8 2005 Arriva NW&W - Volvo B10B, Volvo B6 & Dennis Lance http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c453666.html Arriva NW&W - Volvo B10B, Volvo B6 & Dennis Lance Sunday 6 March 2005: Arriva NW&W - Volvo B10B, Volvo B6 & Dennis Lance

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]]> Sun Mar 6 2005 Phillips of Holywell http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c448851.html Phillips of Holywell Tuesday 1 March 2005: Phillips of Holywell

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]]> Tue Mar 1 2005 Warrington Borough Transport http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c434468.html Warrington Borough Transport Wednesday 16 February 2005: Warrington Borough Transport

ex Crosville DOG126 - PFM 126Y At Northwich At Northwich on 46 At Northwich on 46

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]]> Wed Feb 16 2005 John Alexander of Bagillt http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c419680.html John Alexander of Bagillt Wednesday 2 February 2005: John Alexander of Bagillt

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]]> Wed Feb 2 2005 Voel Coaches of Dyserth http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c419670.html Voel Coaches are based at Dyserth (roughly 4 miles east from Rhyl). They operate a coastal summer service PS1/2 from Presthaven Sands to Rhyl, operated by double deck vehicles (commonly a MCW Metrobus or Leyland Olympian). In addition they operate a variety of School work 'Bws Ysgol' and are well known for their coverage of holiday and day trips. Official company website: http://www.voelcoaches.com/ Wednesday 2 February 2005: Voel Coaches are based at Dyserth (roughly 4 miles east from Rhyl). They operate a coastal summer service PS1/2 from Presthaven Sands to Rhyl, operated by double deck vehicles (commonly a MCW Metrobus or Leyland Olympian). In addition they operate a variety of School work 'Bws Ysgol' and are well known for their coverage of holiday and day trips. Official company website: http://www.voelcoaches.com/

HFM 962T. Volvo B58-56, Plaxton Supreme (C53F) is seen at the Dyserth depot back in late 2004, it was new to Hanmers Coaches of Wrexham and has long departed the fleet. MNC 525W. Leyland Atlantean AN68A/1R,Northern Counties (H43/32F) is seen on the ramps at the premises at Dyserth back in the tail end of 2004, it was new to Greater Manchester Buses and has long departed the fleet. CHZ 4872 (EEH 907Y). Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, ECW (H45/32F) is seen at Rhyl Promenade whilst operating a seasonal PS1 from Presthaven Sands. C380 CAS. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, Alexander RL (H45/30F) is seen at the base at Dyserth. This example was new to Highland Scottish but spent the majority of its lift with CHester City Transport of which in this view still carries the ChesterBus livery. C380 CAS. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, Alexander RL (H45/30F) is seen at Gronant is it nears Presthaven Sands on a PS1 service (respite only '1' on display). This example was new to Highland Scottish but spent the majority of its life with Chester City Transport. C40 CHM. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1RH, ECW (B42F/30F) is seen at the yard of the Dyserth depot. 8214 VC (F674 RFH). Volvo B10M-60, Van Hool Alizee (C53F) is seen at the depot forecourt at Dyserth. VVV 63S. Bristol VRT/SL3/6LXB, Alexander (H45/27D) is seen at the yard of the Dyserth depot. MW52 PZC. Optare Solo M920, Optare (B33F) is seen on the edge of Prestatyn along Victoria Road as it operates route 38 (Prestatyn Town Service). A108 WVP. MCW Metrobus GR133/1, MCW (H43/30F) is seen near Prestatyn whilst on the PS2 service to Presthaven Sands. VVV 63S. Bristol VRT/SL3/6LXB, Alexander (H45/27D) is seen near Abergele, taking up a school contract. B851 AOP. MCW DR102/27, MCW (H43/30F) is seen near Abergele heading for a school contract. C378 CAS. Leyland Olympian ONLXB/1R, Alexander RL (H45/30F) is seen near Abergele on a school contract. This example was new to Highland Scottish but spent the majority of its lift with CHester City Transport. VVV 63S. Bristol VRT/SL3/6LXB, Alexander (H45/27D) is seen near Abergele on a school contract. B851 AOP. MCW DR102/27, MCW (H43/30F) is seen near Abergele on a school contract. VVV 63S. Bristol VRT/SL3/6LXB, Alexander (H45/27D) is kindly posed by Voel Coaches for a photo in Rhuddlan on the behalf of the Crosville Enthusiast Club whilst on a 'North Wales Tour 2009'.

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]]> Wed Feb 2 2005 Goodsir of Holyhead http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c419657.html Goodsir of Holyhead Wednesday 2 February 2005: Goodsir of Holyhead

Goodsir NWS 288R

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]]> Wed Feb 2 2005 Emma's Coaches of Dolgellau http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c412184.html Emma's Coaches of Dolgellau Wednesday 26 January 2005: Emma's Coaches of Dolgellau

in Bala Emma's ex SNG402, seen at Bala Emma's ex SNG402, seen at Bala

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]]> Wed Jan 26 2005 Express Motors http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c403267.html Express Motors was established in 1908 and are one of the leading main independent operators in North West Wales. Operations focus around Bangor, Betws-Y-Coed, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Caernarfon, Llandudno and Porthmadog areas. Official company website: http://www.expressmotors.co.uk/ Tuesday 18 January 2005: Express Motors was established in 1908 and are one of the leading main independent operators in North West Wales. Operations focus around Bangor, Betws-Y-Coed, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Caernarfon, Llandudno and Porthmadog areas. Official company website: http://www.expressmotors.co.uk/

in Caernarfon EM05 ORS. Optare Solo M850SL, Optare (B28F) is seen resting outside the gates of the Penygroes depot. CX52 VRK. Dennis Dart SLF, Alexander ALX200 (B38F) is seen at Blaenau Ffestiniog whilst loading up on a route 1 bound to Caernarfon. This example was later sold to KMP Llanberis. EM05 ORS. Optare Solo M850SL, Optare (B28F) is seen crossing the bridge at Beddgelert whilst operating a 'Snowdon Sherpa' S97 service bound for Porthmadog. UWV 622S. Bristol VRT\SL3\6LXB, ECW (CO43/31F) is seen on the S96 service, crossing the bridge in Beddgelert. X812 RCC. Optare Solo M850, Optare (B27F) is seen at Caernarfon. UWV 622S. Bristol VRT\SL3\6LXB, ECW (CO43/31F) is seen resting at Portmadog. UWV 622S. Bristol VRT\SL3\6LXB, ECW (CO43/31F) is seen at Beddgelert. UWV 622S. Bristol VRT\SL3\6LXB, ECW (CO43/31F) is seen at Beddgelert. CX55 EMS. MAN 14.220, East Lancs Myllennium (B38F) is seen at Betws-Y-Coed on a X1 bound for Llandudno. CX08 AAO. Optare Tempo X1130, Optare (B39F) is seen at Llandudno on a route X1 bound for Blaenau Ffestiniog. EM07 ORS (AE57 FBD). MAN 14.400, MCV Evolution (B38F) approaches Llandudno Junction Railway Station whilst operating a route X1 bound for Blaenau Ffestiniog. EM06 ORS. Optare Solo M920SL, Optare (B25F) is seen at Caernarfon whilst working a route 1A bound for Penygroes. EM06 ORS. Optare Solo M920SL, Optare (B25F) is seen at Bangor. K322 YKG. Mercedes-Benz 811D, Wright NimBus (B33F) is seen at Caernarfon, awaiting a positionall route 1 service to Penygroes. EM05 ORS. Optare Solo M850SL, Optare (B28F) is seen passing through Bontnewydd whilst operating a 1A bound for near by Penygroes. LUI 4745 (ex J735 MFY), Mercedes-Benz 709D, Wright NimBus (B29F) is seen at Bangor, awaiting a working on a teatime X32 working to Dolgellau (which complements a gap in the later ARRIVA service). G59 BEL. Mercedes-Benz 811D, Wadham Stringer Wessex (DP31F) is located at the Penygroes depot.

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]]> Tue Jan 18 2005 KMP (Llanberis) http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c399065.html KMP (Llanberis) Friday 14 January 2005: KMP (Llanberis)

in Bangor in Bangor in Caernarfon Seen at Bangor Seen at Llandudno J138 DUV. Dennis Dart, Plaxton Pointer (B24F) is seen at Caernarfon, departing on a route S4 to Beddgelert. This example was new to London Buses Ltd as DR138. M77 KMP. Optare Solo M920, Optare (B29F) is seen at Caernarfon on a route 83 to Deinolen. This example was new in 2005 (despite the KMP personalised plate been a M reg N776 CJC. Mercedes-Benz 811D, Mellor (B31F) is seen at Caernarfon. M777 KMP. Dennis Dart SLF, Plaxton Pointer 2 (B40F) is seen at Caernarfon on a route 88 to Llanberis

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]]> Fri Jan 14 2005 P & O Lloyd, Bagillt http://depotosw.fotopic.net/c397277.html P & O Lloyd, Bagillt Wednesday 12 January 2005: P & O Lloyd, Bagillt