SCT '61 Photo Index
Duple
Duple
Built at Hendon until 1969, and then at the former Burlingham factories in Blackpool
Short history from Peter Gould's Site
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Short history from Peter Gould's Site
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1. WE4373
Barton 386, WE4373, a Leyland TD1 new in 1929, ex Sheffield via Cleethorpes. To Barton 1940, rebodied Duple L27/28F in February 1942 with a transverse staircase forward of the entrance, one of 27 vehicles rebodied at the same time based on the design of four TD5s built before the war.
Photo taken November 1949
Barton 386, WE4373, a Leyland TD1 new in 1929, ex Sheffield via Cleethorpes. To Barton 1940, rebodied Duple L27/28F in February 1942 with a transverse staircase forward of the entrance, one of 27 vehicles rebodied at the same time based on the design of four TD5s built before the war.
Photo taken November 1949
2. MV8996
Dwarfed by a Northern General Routemaster, Gypsy Queen (of Langley Park, Durham City) MV8996, a Bedford WLB with Duple C20F body. This was new as a Duple demonstrator in 1931 and passed through several owners and operators until The North East Bus Preservation Trust acquired it in 2007.
Photo taken Monday 30 August 2010, Seaburn Show Field, Sunderland
Dwarfed by a Northern General Routemaster, Gypsy Queen (of Langley Park, Durham City) MV8996, a Bedford WLB with Duple C20F body. This was new as a Duple demonstrator in 1931 and passed through several owners and operators until The North East Bus Preservation Trust acquired it in 2007.
Photo taken Monday 30 August 2010, Seaburn Show Field, Sunderland
3. ABH358
Bounty Motors Leyland Cub ABH358 with a Duple body, new in 1933
Photo taken Sunday 8 May 2011, Wedgewood Centre, Stoke
Bounty Motors Leyland Cub ABH358 with a Duple body, new in 1933
Photo taken Sunday 8 May 2011, Wedgewood Centre, Stoke
4. TJ836
Preserved Entwistle, Morecambe, TJ836, a Dennis Dart built in 1933 with Duple C20F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1976, Harrogate Stray
Preserved Entwistle, Morecambe, TJ836, a Dennis Dart built in 1933 with Duple C20F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1976, Harrogate Stray
5. TJ836
Alexander Dennis displayed TJ836, the Dennis Dart with a Duple C20F body built in 1933, and new to Entwistle, Morecambe, which they now look after, at the Alexander Dennis Open Day at Guildford.
Photo taken Saturday 11 May 2019, Guildford
Alexander Dennis displayed TJ836, the Dennis Dart with a Duple C20F body built in 1933, and new to Entwistle, Morecambe, which they now look after, at the Alexander Dennis Open Day at Guildford.
Photo taken Saturday 11 May 2019, Guildford
6. BAL399
New in March 1935 as Barton 199 with a Duple DP39F body, Leyland LT7 Lion BAL399 received a new Duple DP39F body in July 1942, the body being to pre-war standards with a few 'utility' features. In November 1952 it was fitted with a Leyland 8.6 litre oil engine and in June 1953 it received the 1948 Duple C35F body from Leyland PS1/1 JRR 919 and was renumbered 539 taking the number of the donated body.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1959
New in March 1935 as Barton 199 with a Duple DP39F body, Leyland LT7 Lion BAL399 received a new Duple DP39F body in July 1942, the body being to pre-war standards with a few 'utility' features. In November 1952 it was fitted with a Leyland 8.6 litre oil engine and in June 1953 it received the 1948 Duple C35F body from Leyland PS1/1 JRR 919 and was renumbered 539 taking the number of the donated body.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1959
7. FV5733
Ribble, Preston 751, FV5733, a Leyland TS7 had been new in 1935 to Standerwick, Blackpool with an English Electric C31F body and was allocated fleet number 77 in 1936, being renumbered to 30 in 1946.
Photo taken Sunday 19 August 1956, Chester Street, Bradford
Ribble, Preston 751, FV5733, a Leyland TS7 had been new in 1935 to Standerwick, Blackpool with an English Electric C31F body and was allocated fleet number 77 in 1936, being renumbered to 30 in 1946.
Photo taken Sunday 19 August 1956, Chester Street, Bradford
8. FV5734
Ribble 752, FV5734, seen in Chester Street, Bradford was new to Standerwick, Blackpool in 1935 and was numbered 78 in 1936, although also allocated Ribble fleet number 1458 (not carried). It was a Leyland TS7 and had an English Electric C31F body at that time.
Photo taken Sunday 24 June 1956, Chester Street, Bradford
Ribble 752, FV5734, seen in Chester Street, Bradford was new to Standerwick, Blackpool in 1935 and was numbered 78 in 1936, although also allocated Ribble fleet number 1458 (not carried). It was a Leyland TS7 and had an English Electric C31F body at that time.
Photo taken Sunday 24 June 1956, Chester Street, Bradford
9. RC2551
RC2551 with W J Hancock, Patchway Coaches Gloucestershire, an ex-Trent 1935 BMMO DON with Duple DP31F body. Disposed in 1948 and sold on by Patchway in 1949 after what appears to be a rather odd looking front end rebuild. Finished up in 1953 as a lorry.
RC2551 with W J Hancock, Patchway Coaches Gloucestershire, an ex-Trent 1935 BMMO DON with Duple DP31F body. Disposed in 1948 and sold on by Patchway in 1949 after what appears to be a rather odd looking front end rebuild. Finished up in 1953 as a lorry.
10. WH6577
Ribble 768, WH6577, a Leyland TS6, new to Christy, Bolton in 1935 and acquired in 1938, rebodied with a Duple C31F body in 1950 is seen here in June 1959 in the parking area used for the Saturday overflow from Wellington Street coach station during the summer months.
Photo taken Saturday 13 June 1959, parking area between Castle Street and Saville Street, Leeds
Ribble 768, WH6577, a Leyland TS6, new to Christy, Bolton in 1935 and acquired in 1938, rebodied with a Duple C31F body in 1950 is seen here in June 1959 in the parking area used for the Saturday overflow from Wellington Street coach station during the summer months.
Photo taken Saturday 13 June 1959, parking area between Castle Street and Saville Street, Leeds
11. WH6577
Cliff Owen, Progress Motors, WH6577, a Leyland TS6 new in 1935 and rebodied with a Duple C31F body in 1950, former Ribble 768.
Photo taken May 1964, Blackpool
Cliff Owen, Progress Motors, WH6577, a Leyland TS6 new in 1935 and rebodied with a Duple C31F body in 1950, former Ribble 768.
Photo taken May 1964, Blackpool
12. YS2611
Mackintosh, Croy provided YS2611, a 1935 Bedford WTL with a Duple B20FM body, new as MacBrayne 69 in June 1935, on his service from Croy to Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness.
Photo taken Friday 24 July 1959, Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness
Mackintosh, Croy provided YS2611, a 1935 Bedford WTL with a Duple B20FM body, new as MacBrayne 69 in June 1935, on his service from Croy to Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness.
Photo taken Friday 24 July 1959, Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness
13. BVO453
Barton 253, BVO453, was the second of sixteen Leyland LT7 Lions with Duple DP39F bodies new in March 1936. It received a new Burlingham B36F body in 1943 using seats from the original body and was further rebodied in late 1948 with a Duple C39F body, being fitted with a Leyland 8.6 litre oil engine in 1950. Withdrawn in September 1960 it was one of four used as store sheds by Barton and was scrapped in August 1963.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1959
Barton 253, BVO453, was the second of sixteen Leyland LT7 Lions with Duple DP39F bodies new in March 1936. It received a new Burlingham B36F body in 1943 using seats from the original body and was further rebodied in late 1948 with a Duple C39F body, being fitted with a Leyland 8.6 litre oil engine in 1950. Withdrawn in September 1960 it was one of four used as store sheds by Barton and was scrapped in August 1963.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1959
14. BVO456
Barton 256, BVO456, seen in the yard at Chilwell, was a Leyland LT7 Lion with a Duple DP39F body new in March 1936.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1959, Chilwell
Barton 256, BVO456, seen in the yard at Chilwell, was a Leyland LT7 Lion with a Duple DP39F body new in March 1936.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1959, Chilwell
15. BVO466
Barton 494, BVO466,was a Leyland LT7 Lion and had a Duple DP39F body when new in March 1936 with fleet number 266.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1959, Chilwell
Barton 494, BVO466,was a Leyland LT7 Lion and had a Duple DP39F body when new in March 1936 with fleet number 266.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1959, Chilwell
16. CVT684
Number 50 in the Reliance, Newbury fleet CVT684, was an A.E.C. O862 Regal II new in 1936 to Brown, Tunstall when it had a Duple B39F body. It was fitted in 1953 with the 1938 Duple B39F body transferred from a similar vehicle, FVT193, whilst with Potteries. It had been acquired by Potteries, with Brown's business in 1951 and had come to Reliance from Potteries SN71 in January 1957. It was downseated to B35F by Reliance and was waiting to depart to Cold Ash from Newbury when photographed.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
Number 50 in the Reliance, Newbury fleet CVT684, was an A.E.C. O862 Regal II new in 1936 to Brown, Tunstall when it had a Duple B39F body. It was fitted in 1953 with the 1938 Duple B39F body transferred from a similar vehicle, FVT193, whilst with Potteries. It had been acquired by Potteries, with Brown's business in 1951 and had come to Reliance from Potteries SN71 in January 1957. It was downseated to B35F by Reliance and was waiting to depart to Cold Ash from Newbury when photographed.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
17. FV5742
Leyland TS7 FV5742, seen in Dunoon, was new in 1936 with an English Electric C31F body as Standerwick, Blackpool 86. It was renumbered 34 in 1946 and passed to Ribble as number 1466 in March 1948. In 1950 it was fitted with a new Duple C31F body (8'0" wide) and equipped with a Leyland E181 7.4 litre engine replacing the original petrol engine and then renumbered 755 in 1951. After withdrawal in September 1960 it passed to Millburn Motors (dealer) and to Dunoon Motor Services in June 1961.
Photo taken Monday 11 June 1962, Dunoon Pier
Leyland TS7 FV5742, seen in Dunoon, was new in 1936 with an English Electric C31F body as Standerwick, Blackpool 86. It was renumbered 34 in 1946 and passed to Ribble as number 1466 in March 1948. In 1950 it was fitted with a new Duple C31F body (8'0" wide) and equipped with a Leyland E181 7.4 litre engine replacing the original petrol engine and then renumbered 755 in 1951. After withdrawal in September 1960 it passed to Millburn Motors (dealer) and to Dunoon Motor Services in June 1961.
Photo taken Monday 11 June 1962, Dunoon Pier
18. HL7406
The pedestrian seems to be expressing some disbelief at the sight of West Riding 188, HL7406, an AEC Regal with Duple C33F body new to Bullock & Sons in 1936, arriving in Wakefield Bus Station. This was acquired with the Bullock business in 1950.
Photo taken Saturday 7 April 1956, Wakefield Bus Station
The pedestrian seems to be expressing some disbelief at the sight of West Riding 188, HL7406, an AEC Regal with Duple C33F body new to Bullock & Sons in 1936, arriving in Wakefield Bus Station. This was acquired with the Bullock business in 1950.
Photo taken Saturday 7 April 1956, Wakefield Bus Station
20. RN7745
Seen here in Dunoon, RN7745 was acquired by Dunoon Motor Services in July 1961 after its sale by Ribble to Millburn Motors (dealer) by June 1961. It was a Leyland TS7 which had been new in 1936 as Ribble 1495 with a Duple C31F body. In 1950 it was fitted with a new Duple C31F body (8'0" wide) and equipped with a Leyland E181 7.4 litre engine and renumbered to 757. Note that it is operating the "LOCAL Dunoon Circular" service.
Photo taken Monday 11 June 1962, Pier Promenade, Dunoon
Seen here in Dunoon, RN7745 was acquired by Dunoon Motor Services in July 1961 after its sale by Ribble to Millburn Motors (dealer) by June 1961. It was a Leyland TS7 which had been new in 1936 as Ribble 1495 with a Duple C31F body. In 1950 it was fitted with a new Duple C31F body (8'0" wide) and equipped with a Leyland E181 7.4 litre engine and renumbered to 757. Note that it is operating the "LOCAL Dunoon Circular" service.
Photo taken Monday 11 June 1962, Pier Promenade, Dunoon
21. RN7749
RN7749, seen in Dunoon with Dunoon Motor Services, was a Leyland TS7 which had been new in 1936 as Ribble 1499 with a Duple C31F body. In 1950 it was fitted with a new Duple C31F body (8'0" wide) and equipped with a Leyland E181 7.4 litre engine and renumbered to 759 which it still carries in this photograph.
Photo taken Monday 11 June 1962, Dunoon Pier
RN7749, seen in Dunoon with Dunoon Motor Services, was a Leyland TS7 which had been new in 1936 as Ribble 1499 with a Duple C31F body. In 1950 it was fitted with a new Duple C31F body (8'0" wide) and equipped with a Leyland E181 7.4 litre engine and renumbered to 759 which it still carries in this photograph.
Photo taken Monday 11 June 1962, Dunoon Pier
22. ANR281
ANR281 a Duple Hendonian C26F bodied Bedford WTB new in October 1937 to Bromley, Fleckney had passed to Say, Gloucester earlier in July 1958 via Paramere, Cardiff and Simons, Splott.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Gloucester
ANR281 a Duple Hendonian C26F bodied Bedford WTB new in October 1937 to Bromley, Fleckney had passed to Say, Gloucester earlier in July 1958 via Paramere, Cardiff and Simons, Splott.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Gloucester
23. ASF365
ASF365 is a Leyland Tiger TS7, new in June 1937 to Walter Alexander, fleet no. P808. It was rebodied in 1951 with a Duple C33F body and later passed to Paterson, Dufftown, Moray, Scotland, by whom it had been withdrawn by the time of this photograph.
Photo taken July 1971, location unknown, but presumably Dufftown, Moray
ASF365 is a Leyland Tiger TS7, new in June 1937 to Walter Alexander, fleet no. P808. It was rebodied in 1951 with a Duple C33F body and later passed to Paterson, Dufftown, Moray, Scotland, by whom it had been withdrawn by the time of this photograph.
Photo taken July 1971, location unknown, but presumably Dufftown, Moray
24. DAU454
Nottingham 801, DAU454, seen at Trent Bridge, was an A.E.C. O662 Regal which had a Cravens DP32R body when used in service.
Photo taken Saturday 27 March 1965, Trent Bridge, Nottingham
Nottingham 801, DAU454, seen at Trent Bridge, was an A.E.C. O662 Regal which had a Cravens DP32R body when used in service.
Photo taken Saturday 27 March 1965, Trent Bridge, Nottingham
25. DNN239
Barton 544, DNN239, was new in July 1937 as number 311 and was a Leyland LT7 Lion with a Duple DP39F body.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1959, Chilwell
Barton 544, DNN239, was new in July 1937 as number 311 and was a Leyland LT7 Lion with a Duple DP39F body.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1959, Chilwell
26. EUG126
Samuel Ledgard EUG126, seen here with its original Duple C33F body in Park Lane, Leeds, is a Leyland TS7 new to Ledgard in 1937.
Photo taken Saturday 6 October 1956, Park Place, Leeds
Samuel Ledgard EUG126, seen here with its original Duple C33F body in Park Lane, Leeds, is a Leyland TS7 new to Ledgard in 1937.
Photo taken Saturday 6 October 1956, Park Place, Leeds
27. RC4607
Trent AEC Regals 706, RC4607, and 708, RC4609, both new in 1937 with Duple B35F bodies. Both were rebodied by Willowbrook in 1950 and withdrawn in 1958.
Photo taken Tuesday 28 June 1949, Trent parking ground Uttoxeter New Road, Derby
Trent AEC Regals 706, RC4607, and 708, RC4609, both new in 1937 with Duple B35F bodies. Both were rebodied by Willowbrook in 1950 and withdrawn in 1958.
Photo taken Tuesday 28 June 1949, Trent parking ground Uttoxeter New Road, Derby
28.
Taken on a boiling hot day trip to the Isles of Scilly is the c.1936/7 Bedford OB/OWB of Vic's Tours. The driver is the curly haired man in the picture and he had stopped at "Motorway Services" (his description!).
Photo taken Wednesday 29 June 1966, St. Mary's, Isles of Scilly
Taken on a boiling hot day trip to the Isles of Scilly is the c.1936/7 Bedford OB/OWB of Vic's Tours. The driver is the curly haired man in the picture and he had stopped at "Motorway Services" (his description!).
Photo taken Wednesday 29 June 1966, St. Mary's, Isles of Scilly
29. CAX390
This is the latest vehicle to join the Roger Burdett collection. It's CAX390, a 1938 Albion coach with Duple / Alexander Body, originally a C32F with Red & White.
Photo taken Wednesday 24 August 2016, private location near Coventry
This is the latest vehicle to join the Roger Burdett collection. It's CAX390, a 1938 Albion coach with Duple / Alexander Body, originally a C32F with Red & White.
Photo taken Wednesday 24 August 2016, private location near Coventry
30. CDL792
Chris Cooper Travel, Dunston, CDL792, a Bedford WTB built in 1938/9 with Duple C26F bodywork. New to Shotter of Brighstone, IoW, in whose livery it has been restored.
Photo taken 1 May 2016, Metrocentre coach park, Gateshead
Chris Cooper Travel, Dunston, CDL792, a Bedford WTB built in 1938/9 with Duple C26F bodywork. New to Shotter of Brighstone, IoW, in whose livery it has been restored.
Photo taken 1 May 2016, Metrocentre coach park, Gateshead
31. EYE599
This neat little Bedford EYE599 was on display at Lakeside Bus Station during the 2016 Ensignbus running day.
Photo taken Saturday 3 December 2016, Lakeside Bus Station, Thurrock
This neat little Bedford EYE599 was on display at Lakeside Bus Station during the 2016 Ensignbus running day.
Photo taken Saturday 3 December 2016, Lakeside Bus Station, Thurrock
32. EYE599
Second view of EYE599, a Duple bodied Bedford, new in 1938.
Photo taken Saturday 3 December 2016, Lakeside Bus Station, Thurrock
Second view of EYE599, a Duple bodied Bedford, new in 1938.
Photo taken Saturday 3 December 2016, Lakeside Bus Station, Thurrock
33. RC5992
Trent RC5992, a Daimler COG5 with a 1938 Duple body. Later in 1942, rebodied by Willowbrook H56R and broken up 1953/4
Photo taken 1938/9
Trent RC5992, a Daimler COG5 with a 1938 Duple body. Later in 1942, rebodied by Willowbrook H56R and broken up 1953/4
Photo taken 1938/9
34. RN8371
Ribble, Preston 725, RN8371, seen here on the approach road to the goods yard at Leeds Central Station was a Leyland TS8 new in 1938 with a Duple C31F body as Ribble 1941. It received a new Duple C31F body In 1950 and was renumbered to 725.
Photo taken Saturday 11 August 1956, Goods Yard, Leeds Central Station
Ribble, Preston 725, RN8371, seen here on the approach road to the goods yard at Leeds Central Station was a Leyland TS8 new in 1938 with a Duple C31F body as Ribble 1941. It received a new Duple C31F body In 1950 and was renumbered to 725.
Photo taken Saturday 11 August 1956, Goods Yard, Leeds Central Station
35. EVO711
Barton 347, EVO711, was one of four Leyland TD5s delivered in 1939 with Duple L27/26F bodies which were the forerunners of the large fleet of Duple bodied Leyland PD1s delivered after the war.
Photo taken Wednesday 30 September 1959, Huntingdon Street Bus Station, Nottingham
Barton 347, EVO711, was one of four Leyland TD5s delivered in 1939 with Duple L27/26F bodies which were the forerunners of the large fleet of Duple bodied Leyland PD1s delivered after the war.
Photo taken Wednesday 30 September 1959, Huntingdon Street Bus Station, Nottingham
36. EYB779
Wake, Sparkford EYB779, seen at their garage in a withdrawn condition, was a Bedford WTB with a Duple body.
Photo taken Sunday 28 April 1963, Wake's Sparkford Garage
Wake, Sparkford EYB779, seen at their garage in a withdrawn condition, was a Bedford WTB with a Duple body.
Photo taken Sunday 28 April 1963, Wake's Sparkford Garage
37. FHA411
B.M.M.O. 2279, FHA411, an S.O.S ONC new in 1939 with a Duple C30C body converted to C31C in 1951.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, Newbury Wharf
B.M.M.O. 2279, FHA411, an S.O.S ONC new in 1939 with a Duple C30C body converted to C31C in 1951.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, Newbury Wharf
38. HVW213
City Coach G2, HVW213, a 1939 Leyland TEC2 'Gnu' with Duple FC39C body.
City Coach G2, HVW213, a 1939 Leyland TEC2 'Gnu' with Duple FC39C body.
39. HVW213
Former City Coach HVW213, a Leyland TEC2 with Duple FC39C body, new in August 1939. At the time this photo was taken, the legal lettering on the vehicle was for Symonds, South Kirkby but it is believed that it was with Keeling to whom it is recorded as passing, from Symonds, in June 1958.
Photo taken Saturday 7 June 1958, Leeds Central Bus Station
Former City Coach HVW213, a Leyland TEC2 with Duple FC39C body, new in August 1939. At the time this photo was taken, the legal lettering on the vehicle was for Symonds, South Kirkby but it is believed that it was with Keeling to whom it is recorded as passing, from Symonds, in June 1958.
Photo taken Saturday 7 June 1958, Leeds Central Bus Station
40. HVW214
City Coach Company G3, HVW214, a 1939 Leyland TEC2 'Gnu' with Duple FC39C body. Numbered 119 by ENOC before being withdrawn in 1956.
Photo taken Felixstowe
City Coach Company G3, HVW214, a 1939 Leyland TEC2 'Gnu' with Duple FC39C body. Numbered 119 by ENOC before being withdrawn in 1956.
Photo taken Felixstowe
41. HVW215
City Coach G4, HVW215, a Leyland TEC2 with Duple FC39C body, new in August 1939.
Photo taken 1950, opposite Newbury Park Underground/Bus Station, London Ilford
City Coach G4, HVW215, a Leyland TEC2 with Duple FC39C body, new in August 1939.
Photo taken 1950, opposite Newbury Park Underground/Bus Station, London Ilford
42. HVW216
Former City Coach HVW216, a Leyland TEC2 with Duple FC39C body, new in August 1939 at Weaver Street, Kirkstall, Leeds - the 'garage' of Keeling to whom it passed from North (dealer) in 1957.
Photo taken Thursday 12 September 1957, Weaver Street, Kirkstall, Leeds
Former City Coach HVW216, a Leyland TEC2 with Duple FC39C body, new in August 1939 at Weaver Street, Kirkstall, Leeds - the 'garage' of Keeling to whom it passed from North (dealer) in 1957.
Photo taken Thursday 12 September 1957, Weaver Street, Kirkstall, Leeds
43. HVW217
City Coach G6, HVW217, a 1939 Leyland TEC2 'Gnu' with Duple FC39C body.
Photo taken Tyler's Avenue, Southend
City Coach G6, HVW217, a 1939 Leyland TEC2 'Gnu' with Duple FC39C body.
Photo taken Tyler's Avenue, Southend
44. RN8700
Ribble, Preston 741, RN8700, a Leyland TS8 had been new in 1939 as 2135 with a Burlingham C31F body. It was rebodied in 1950 with a Duple C31F body and fitted with a Leyland E181 engine and renumbered 741.
Photo taken Sunday 19 August 1956, Chester Street, Bradford
Ribble, Preston 741, RN8700, a Leyland TS8 had been new in 1939 as 2135 with a Burlingham C31F body. It was rebodied in 1950 with a Duple C31F body and fitted with a Leyland E181 engine and renumbered 741.
Photo taken Sunday 19 August 1956, Chester Street, Bradford
45. RN8761
Ribble 780, RN8761, a Leyland TS8, dates from 1939 and originally had a Burlingham B32F body, but the Duple C31F body of 1936-1938 vintage was fitted in 1951.
Photo taken Sunday 24 June 1956, Chester Street, Bus Station, Bradford
Ribble 780, RN8761, a Leyland TS8, dates from 1939 and originally had a Burlingham B32F body, but the Duple C31F body of 1936-1938 vintage was fitted in 1951.
Photo taken Sunday 24 June 1956, Chester Street, Bus Station, Bradford
46. EAX641
Laurie, Hamilton (t/a Chieftain) 57, EAX641, seen at the garage, was one of three Albion CX13s with Duple L30/26R bodies new in 1941 which were acquired in 1955 from Red & White, Chepstow L541 (EAX633), L241 (EAX641) and L441 (EAX642) to which Laurie gave fleet numbers 52, 54 and 53 respectively.
Photo taken Wednesday 29 July 1959, Hamilton Garage
Laurie, Hamilton (t/a Chieftain) 57, EAX641, seen at the garage, was one of three Albion CX13s with Duple L30/26R bodies new in 1941 which were acquired in 1955 from Red & White, Chepstow L541 (EAX633), L241 (EAX641) and L441 (EAX642) to which Laurie gave fleet numbers 52, 54 and 53 respectively.
Photo taken Wednesday 29 July 1959, Hamilton Garage
47. FRU101
Bournemouth Bedford OWB open top single decker, believed to be FRU101, a 1942 Bedford OWB with Duple B32F body, rebuilt to OB28F in 1953 with fleet number 183.
Photo taken August 1953, West Cliffe, Bournemouth
Bournemouth Bedford OWB open top single decker, believed to be FRU101, a 1942 Bedford OWB with Duple B32F body, rebuilt to OB28F in 1953 with fleet number 183.
Photo taken August 1953, West Cliffe, Bournemouth
48. FRU101
Bournemouth 183, FRU101, new in 1942 was a Bedford OWB with a Duple B32F body which was converted to OB28F in 1953 and then to OB25F in 1954.
Photo taken Saturday 6 September 1958, Bournemouth Pier
Bournemouth 183, FRU101, new in 1942 was a Bedford OWB with a Duple B32F body which was converted to OB28F in 1953 and then to OB25F in 1954.
Photo taken Saturday 6 September 1958, Bournemouth Pier
49. FRU103
An August 1956 shot of Bournemouth Corporation 185, FRU103, which was the last of three Duple-bodied Bedford OWBs built in 1942 and open-topped in 1953. It was sold for scrap in 1958.
Photo taken August 1956, Bournemouth
An August 1956 shot of Bournemouth Corporation 185, FRU103, which was the last of three Duple-bodied Bedford OWBs built in 1942 and open-topped in 1953. It was sold for scrap in 1958.
Photo taken August 1956, Bournemouth
50. FRU103
Bournemouth 185, FRU103, new in 1942 was a Bedford OWB with a Duple B32F body which was converted to OB28F in 1953 and then to OB25F in 1954.
Photo taken Saturday 6 September 1958, Bournemouth Pier
Bournemouth 185, FRU103, new in 1942 was a Bedford OWB with a Duple B32F body which was converted to OB28F in 1953 and then to OB25F in 1954.
Photo taken Saturday 6 September 1958, Bournemouth Pier
51. WG9833
Henderson of Alston WG9833, a Bedford OWB built in 1942 and rebodied with a Duple Vista C29F after the war.
Photo taken August 1972, Henderson's garage at Alston
Henderson of Alston WG9833, a Bedford OWB built in 1942 and rebodied with a Duple Vista C29F after the war.
Photo taken August 1972, Henderson's garage at Alston
52. WG9833
Another picture of WG9833 that predates the prevous one. Taken in Bradford on the occasion of the 1971 Trans Pennine rally the bus looks relatively unrestored.
Photo taken Sunday 8 August 1971, Jacobs Well Roundabout, Bradford
Another picture of WG9833 that predates the prevous one. Taken in Bradford on the occasion of the 1971 Trans Pennine rally the bus looks relatively unrestored.
Photo taken Sunday 8 August 1971, Jacobs Well Roundabout, Bradford
53. WG9833
Another photo of Bedford OWB WG9833 and Bedford horsebox OBB327.
Photo taken Spring 1978, Alston Station
Another photo of Bedford OWB WG9833 and Bedford horsebox OBB327.
Photo taken Spring 1978, Alston Station
54. BBW291
House, Watlington BBW291, was a Bedford OWB with a Duple B32F body new in December 1942. It had been converted to B30F by December 1949, to B26F by December 1950, to B30F by August 1955, to B32F by October 1957 and finally to B26F by 1961.
Photo taken Saturday 22 August 1959, Reading Stations
House, Watlington BBW291, was a Bedford OWB with a Duple B32F body new in December 1942. It had been converted to B30F by December 1949, to B26F by December 1950, to B30F by August 1955, to B32F by October 1957 and finally to B26F by 1961.
Photo taken Saturday 22 August 1959, Reading Stations
55. BBW291
BBW291 was the first of three Duple B32F bodied Bedford OWBs, new to House, Watlington between December 1942 and August 1945.
Photo taken July 1964, Great Knollys Street, Reading
BBW291 was the first of three Duple B32F bodied Bedford OWBs, new to House, Watlington between December 1942 and August 1945.
Photo taken July 1964, Great Knollys Street, Reading
56. BBW291
A recent photograph of House, Watlington BBW291, a Bedford OWB, new in 1943 with a Duple B32F body, which I bought for preservation in 1965, showing the current state of the restoration project.
Photo taken Thursday 13 October 2016
A recent photograph of House, Watlington BBW291, a Bedford OWB, new in 1943 with a Duple B32F body, which I bought for preservation in 1965, showing the current state of the restoration project.
Photo taken Thursday 13 October 2016
57. BHJ742
Southend Daimler 218, BHJ742, numerically the first of 18 new Daimler CWA6's delivered between 1943 and 1946 with a Duple utility body. This photograph was taken post-coordination, sometime between 1955 and 1958 when 218 was withdrawn.
Photo taken Victoria Circus, Southend
Southend Daimler 218, BHJ742, numerically the first of 18 new Daimler CWA6's delivered between 1943 and 1946 with a Duple utility body. This photograph was taken post-coordination, sometime between 1955 and 1958 when 218 was withdrawn.
Photo taken Victoria Circus, Southend
59. CDR679
This utility Guy Arab II of 1943 has a most interesting history. It was one of over 100 Arab utilities delivered to Plymouth City Transport during the war years, CDR679 with fleet number 249. The whole batch featured lowbridge bodies built by Roe. After withdrawal in 1957 it was sold to Grenville Motors of Camborne. Eventually it was sold to an Essex farm who removed the body and converted it into a flat truck to move bales of hay.
Photo taken Sunday 27 March 2005, Kirkby Stephen Rally
This utility Guy Arab II of 1943 has a most interesting history. It was one of over 100 Arab utilities delivered to Plymouth City Transport during the war years, CDR679 with fleet number 249. The whole batch featured lowbridge bodies built by Roe. After withdrawal in 1957 it was sold to Grenville Motors of Camborne. Eventually it was sold to an Essex farm who removed the body and converted it into a flat truck to move bales of hay.
Photo taken Sunday 27 March 2005, Kirkby Stephen Rally
60. DKY478
Seen in Bird's scrapyard at Stratford-upon-Avon is ex-Bradford 478, DKY478. This had been new in 1943 and was a Daimler CWA6 with a Duple H30/26R body.
Photo taken Saturday 18 October 1958, Bird's scrapyard, Stratford-upon-Avon
Seen in Bird's scrapyard at Stratford-upon-Avon is ex-Bradford 478, DKY478. This had been new in 1943 and was a Daimler CWA6 with a Duple H30/26R body.
Photo taken Saturday 18 October 1958, Bird's scrapyard, Stratford-upon-Avon
61. DKY479
Wartime Bradford Daimler CWA6 479, DKY479, new in November 1943 with Duple UH30/26R body is seen in Manchester Road. Upholstered seats were fitted from withdrawn vehicles in the early post war period and it lasted until May 1958 after which it passed to Bayliss, Creca in Scotland for further use.
Photo taken Friday 26 April 1957, Manchester Road, Bradford
Wartime Bradford Daimler CWA6 479, DKY479, new in November 1943 with Duple UH30/26R body is seen in Manchester Road. Upholstered seats were fitted from withdrawn vehicles in the early post war period and it lasted until May 1958 after which it passed to Bayliss, Creca in Scotland for further use.
Photo taken Friday 26 April 1957, Manchester Road, Bradford
62. FOP364
Not long before the takeover by Westcliff, Canvey/Benfleet had purchased a large number of utility bodied Daimlers from Birmingham Corporation, some of which had long careers with Westcliff, Eastern National and finally Southend. FOP364 (Birmingham 1364) was one of these, with Duple body, photographed in the yard of Fairfax Drive depot on 13th February 1955. It is probably in green livery, but with Westcliff fleetname and carries its Eastern National fleet number 1197.
Photo taken Sunday 13 February 1955, Fairfax Drive Depot, Southend
Not long before the takeover by Westcliff, Canvey/Benfleet had purchased a large number of utility bodied Daimlers from Birmingham Corporation, some of which had long careers with Westcliff, Eastern National and finally Southend. FOP364 (Birmingham 1364) was one of these, with Duple body, photographed in the yard of Fairfax Drive depot on 13th February 1955. It is probably in green livery, but with Westcliff fleetname and carries its Eastern National fleet number 1197.
Photo taken Sunday 13 February 1955, Fairfax Drive Depot, Southend
63. FOP429
Southend 244, FOP429, new in 1945, with Birmingham Corporation, then acquired by Canvey & District in 1949, passed to Westcliff-on-Sea and in turn to Eastern National as the various undertakings were taken over. Bought by SCT in 1955 and converted to open-top in 1956, it continued in service until 1970 and is now preserved.
Photo taken Sunday 10 October 1999, Canvey Island
Southend 244, FOP429, new in 1945, with Birmingham Corporation, then acquired by Canvey & District in 1949, passed to Westcliff-on-Sea and in turn to Eastern National as the various undertakings were taken over. Bought by SCT in 1955 and converted to open-top in 1956, it continued in service until 1970 and is now preserved.
Photo taken Sunday 10 October 1999, Canvey Island
64. FOP452
Southend open topper 245, FOP452, a Daimler CWA6 new to Birmingham during the war and passing via Benfleet & District, Westcliff and Eastern National to Southend in 1955 who converted it to open top the following year.
Photo taken Saturday 11 September 1965, Ness Road, Shoebury Common, Southend
Southend open topper 245, FOP452, a Daimler CWA6 new to Birmingham during the war and passing via Benfleet & District, Westcliff and Eastern National to Southend in 1955 who converted it to open top the following year.
Photo taken Saturday 11 September 1965, Ness Road, Shoebury Common, Southend
65. FOP452
Southend 245, FOP 452, started life with Birmingham City Transport 1452 and came via Benfleet and District and later Westcliff-on-Sea Motor Services 1204 to SCT. Its Duple body was converted to open top and it is seen here at the Kursaal, Southend on route 68.
Photo taken Saturday 5 September 1970, Kursaal, Southend
Southend 245, FOP 452, started life with Birmingham City Transport 1452 and came via Benfleet and District and later Westcliff-on-Sea Motor Services 1204 to SCT. Its Duple body was converted to open top and it is seen here at the Kursaal, Southend on route 68.
Photo taken Saturday 5 September 1970, Kursaal, Southend
66. GAL390
Barton 431, GAL390, a Guy Arab with Duple L27/28R body new in June 1943. It was withdrawn in November 1960 and scrapped the following March.
Photo taken November 1949
Barton 431, GAL390, a Guy Arab with Duple L27/28R body new in June 1943. It was withdrawn in November 1960 and scrapped the following March.
Photo taken November 1949
67. GAL391
Barton 432, GAL391, seen at Broadmarsh Bus Station, was a Guy Arab II with a Duple L27/28R body new in 1943. It was fitted with platform doors in January 1955 and was withdrawn in September 1964.
Photo taken Saturday 6 October 1962, Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham
Barton 432, GAL391, seen at Broadmarsh Bus Station, was a Guy Arab II with a Duple L27/28R body new in 1943. It was fitted with platform doors in January 1955 and was withdrawn in September 1964.
Photo taken Saturday 6 October 1962, Broadmarsh Bus Station, Nottingham
68. AES848
Whyte, Bankfoot (Bankfoot Motor Services) AES848 was a Bedford OWB with a Duple B32F body new in July 1944. It was withdrawn in February 1961.
Photo taken Friday 24 July 1959, Kinnoull Street, Perth
Whyte, Bankfoot (Bankfoot Motor Services) AES848 was a Bedford OWB with a Duple B32F body new in July 1944. It was withdrawn in February 1961.
Photo taken Friday 24 July 1959, Kinnoull Street, Perth
69. CUT465
CUT465, 1944 Bedford OWB rebodied by Duple C29F in 1952, new to Jacques, Coalville and now owned by Dew, Somersham.
Photo taken Saturday 26 May 2012
CUT465, 1944 Bedford OWB rebodied by Duple C29F in 1952, new to Jacques, Coalville and now owned by Dew, Somersham.
Photo taken Saturday 26 May 2012
70. CUT465
Rear view of 1944 Bedford OWB CUT465, rebodied by Duple C29F in 1952, new to Jacques, Coalville and now owned by Dew, Somersham.
Photo taken Saturday 26 May 2012
Rear view of 1944 Bedford OWB CUT465, rebodied by Duple C29F in 1952, new to Jacques, Coalville and now owned by Dew, Somersham.
Photo taken Saturday 26 May 2012
71. GHA968
Samuel Ledgard GHA968 was new in 1944 as Midland Red 2533, a Daimler CWA6 with Duple H30/26R body. It arrived with Ledgard in 1957 and was withdrawn in 1960.
Photo taken Saturday 20 April 1957, Park Place, Leeds
Samuel Ledgard GHA968 was new in 1944 as Midland Red 2533, a Daimler CWA6 with Duple H30/26R body. It arrived with Ledgard in 1957 and was withdrawn in 1960.
Photo taken Saturday 20 April 1957, Park Place, Leeds
72. GHA968
Ledgard, Armley GHA968, which was a Daimler CWA6 with a Duple H30/26R body, is seen at the King Street terminus in Leeds. It had been acquired, in 1957, from Midland Red, where it had been number 2533 and had been new in 1944, with the body being rebuilt by Willowbrook in 1950/1.
Photo taken Sunday 3 March 1957, King Street, Leeds
Ledgard, Armley GHA968, which was a Daimler CWA6 with a Duple H30/26R body, is seen at the King Street terminus in Leeds. It had been acquired, in 1957, from Midland Red, where it had been number 2533 and had been new in 1944, with the body being rebuilt by Willowbrook in 1950/1.
Photo taken Sunday 3 March 1957, King Street, Leeds
73. GXE587
GXE587, a Daimler CWA6 which entered service in September 1944 from Merton Garage as London Transport D10 fitted with a Duple H30/26R body, was acquired by Transport Motor Services, Bishop Auckland in 1953 and is seen in Bishop Auckland Market Place on the service to Middlesbrough.
Photo taken Saturday 1 August 1959, Bishop Auckland Market Place
GXE587, a Daimler CWA6 which entered service in September 1944 from Merton Garage as London Transport D10 fitted with a Duple H30/26R body, was acquired by Transport Motor Services, Bishop Auckland in 1953 and is seen in Bishop Auckland Market Place on the service to Middlesbrough.
Photo taken Saturday 1 August 1959, Bishop Auckland Market Place
74. GZ2248
Warstone Motors 4, GZ2248, is a beautifully rebuilt Bedford OWB with a utility Duple B32F body dating from 1944. Originally operated by Northern Ireland Road Transport Board it eventually became part of the Green Bus (Warstone) fleet where it was saved and eventually rebuilt by Eddie Doig.
Photo taken Sunday 5 October 2014, Shore Road, Birkenhead
Warstone Motors 4, GZ2248, is a beautifully rebuilt Bedford OWB with a utility Duple B32F body dating from 1944. Originally operated by Northern Ireland Road Transport Board it eventually became part of the Green Bus (Warstone) fleet where it was saved and eventually rebuilt by Eddie Doig.
Photo taken Sunday 5 October 2014, Shore Road, Birkenhead
75. JVW561
Southend 246, JVW561, a Daimler CWA6 with Duple H30/26R body was new to Benfleet and District in 1944, passed to Westcliff in March 1951 when they took over Benfleet and District and then passed in turn to Eastern National in January 1955 when they absorbed Westcliff.
Photo taken London Road, Victoria Circus, Southend
Southend 246, JVW561, a Daimler CWA6 with Duple H30/26R body was new to Benfleet and District in 1944, passed to Westcliff in March 1951 when they took over Benfleet and District and then passed in turn to Eastern National in January 1955 when they absorbed Westcliff.
Photo taken London Road, Victoria Circus, Southend
76. JVW561
Southend 246, JVW561, after conversion to open-topper. It is seen here as originally converted - in 1963 the 5 open-toppers were modified with a raised wind shield at the front upstairs and new windows downstairs.
Southend 246, JVW561, after conversion to open-topper. It is seen here as originally converted - in 1963 the 5 open-toppers were modified with a raised wind shield at the front upstairs and new windows downstairs.
78. JVW561
Two Southend Daimler open-toppers with 246, JVW561 in the lead. In the background is ex-LT Daimler 270 in use as a store and for static conductor training.
Photo taken 1970, SCT Garage, London Road, Southend
Two Southend Daimler open-toppers with 246, JVW561 in the lead. In the background is ex-LT Daimler 270 in use as a store and for static conductor training.
Photo taken 1970, SCT Garage, London Road, Southend
79. AHL97
West Riding 272, AHL97, came with the Bullock business in 1950. It had been new in 1945 and was a Daimler CWD6 with Duple L27/28R body which was much rebuilt by Roe and reseated to L27/26R in 1953 hence the familiar Roe waistrail.
Photo taken Saturday 8 September 1956, Beastfair, Pontefract
West Riding 272, AHL97, came with the Bullock business in 1950. It had been new in 1945 and was a Daimler CWD6 with Duple L27/28R body which was much rebuilt by Roe and reseated to L27/26R in 1953 hence the familiar Roe waistrail.
Photo taken Saturday 8 September 1956, Beastfair, Pontefract
80. ATL553
An unidentified Bedford OWB/Duple utility languishing in the yard of Lancaster Motors of Tetford, Lincolnshire.
Photo taken Friday 18 September 1970, Tetford
An unidentified Bedford OWB/Duple utility languishing in the yard of Lancaster Motors of Tetford, Lincolnshire.
Photo taken Friday 18 September 1970, Tetford
81. BHJ805
One of the last (1945) batch of utility bodied Daimlers, 231, BHJ805, at Rectory Road, Leigh sometime between 1949 and 1952.
Photo taken c.1949-52, Rectory Road, Leigh-on-Sea
One of the last (1945) batch of utility bodied Daimlers, 231, BHJ805, at Rectory Road, Leigh sometime between 1949 and 1952.
Photo taken c.1949-52, Rectory Road, Leigh-on-Sea
82. BHJ808
Another of Southend's last (1945) batch of utility bodied Daimlers, 234, BHJ808, after rebodying with a new Massey body in 1952.
Photo taken Saturday 9 February 1957, Fairfax Drive, Southend
Another of Southend's last (1945) batch of utility bodied Daimlers, 234, BHJ808, after rebodying with a new Massey body in 1952.
Photo taken Saturday 9 February 1957, Fairfax Drive, Southend
83. BJG534
Wren (t/a Drew), Canterbury BJG534 was a Bedford OWB with a Duple B30F body new in 1945 to Maflin, Whitstable. It was acquired by Drew in November 1952 and passed with the business to Wren in November 1955.
Photo taken Sunday 31 January 1960, Canterbury
Wren (t/a Drew), Canterbury BJG534 was a Bedford OWB with a Duple B30F body new in 1945 to Maflin, Whitstable. It was acquired by Drew in November 1952 and passed with the business to Wren in November 1955.
Photo taken Sunday 31 January 1960, Canterbury
84. BRS37
Scotland's capital city can boast of several museums and galleries, but no transport museum since the small one housed in the Shrubhill works of Edinburgh City transport was closed several years ago. Along with Edinburgh tram 35 and FSC182, Aberdeen BRS37, a Daimler CWD6 with a Duple body was also displayed.
Photo taken Monday 11 April 1977, Shrubhill Works, Edinburgh
Scotland's capital city can boast of several museums and galleries, but no transport museum since the small one housed in the Shrubhill works of Edinburgh City transport was closed several years ago. Along with Edinburgh tram 35 and FSC182, Aberdeen BRS37, a Daimler CWD6 with a Duple body was also displayed.
Photo taken Monday 11 April 1977, Shrubhill Works, Edinburgh
85. BUD181
BUD181 seen at the garage of House, Watlington was a Bedford OWB with a Duple B32F body, new in August 1945, which was converted to B28F by December 1948.
Photo taken Sunday 27 March 1966, Watlington
BUD181 seen at the garage of House, Watlington was a Bedford OWB with a Duple B32F body, new in August 1945, which was converted to B28F by December 1948.
Photo taken Sunday 27 March 1966, Watlington
86. BUD181
House, Watlington BUD181 was a Bedford OWB with a Duple UB32F body new in August 1945.
Photo taken Sunday 27 March 1966, Watlington
House, Watlington BUD181 was a Bedford OWB with a Duple UB32F body new in August 1945.
Photo taken Sunday 27 March 1966, Watlington
87. CCX777
Preserved former Huddersfield 217, CCX777, a Daimler CWA6 with Duple L55R body, built to relaxed utility standards in July 1945.
Photo taken Monday 1 January 2007, The Broadway, Winchester
Preserved former Huddersfield 217, CCX777, a Daimler CWA6 with Duple L55R body, built to relaxed utility standards in July 1945.
Photo taken Monday 1 January 2007, The Broadway, Winchester
88. CCX777
Rear view of former Huddersfield 217, CCX777, a Daimler CWA6 with Duple L55R body, built to relaxed utility standards in July 1945.
Photo taken Monday 1 January 2007, The Broadway, Winchester
Rear view of former Huddersfield 217, CCX777, a Daimler CWA6 with Duple L55R body, built to relaxed utility standards in July 1945.
Photo taken Monday 1 January 2007, The Broadway, Winchester
89. CCX777
Although with no local connections to the Kingsbridge Running Day, ex-Huddersfield utility Daimler/Duple 217 CCX777 is owned by Quantock Motor Services, so was fairly close to home. It is at the moment masquerading as the very similar LT D130, having been painted in LT livery for a filming job and is seen running down the hill into Kingsbridge from the south.
Photo taken Saturday 21 September 2013, Kingsbridge
Although with no local connections to the Kingsbridge Running Day, ex-Huddersfield utility Daimler/Duple 217 CCX777 is owned by Quantock Motor Services, so was fairly close to home. It is at the moment masquerading as the very similar LT D130, having been painted in LT livery for a filming job and is seen running down the hill into Kingsbridge from the south.
Photo taken Saturday 21 September 2013, Kingsbridge
90. CCX777
Former Huddersfield 217, CCX777, a Daimler CWA6 with Duple L55R body, built to relaxed utility standards in July 1945, now carrying London Transport livery, loads up with passengers in the bus station. 217 was sold in 1955 to West Bridgeford District Council who operated it for a further 12 years before being rescued for preservation.
Photo taken Wednesday 1 January 2014, Winchester Bus Station
Former Huddersfield 217, CCX777, a Daimler CWA6 with Duple L55R body, built to relaxed utility standards in July 1945, now carrying London Transport livery, loads up with passengers in the bus station. 217 was sold in 1955 to West Bridgeford District Council who operated it for a further 12 years before being rescued for preservation.
Photo taken Wednesday 1 January 2014, Winchester Bus Station
91. CPY514
Ryedale Motors CPY514, a Bedford OWB with Duple "utility" bodywork, built in 1945.
Photo taken 1959, Pickering Station
Ryedale Motors CPY514, a Bedford OWB with Duple "utility" bodywork, built in 1945.
Photo taken 1959, Pickering Station
92. DAY146
Browns Blue, Ibstock. DAY146, a 1945 Bedford with Duple B32F bus body, with coach seats 6/1946 ex Hipwells, Ibstock. 8/1956 to Hawkins, Loughborough.
Photo taken July 1950, Browns Blue Garage, Ibstock
Browns Blue, Ibstock. DAY146, a 1945 Bedford with Duple B32F bus body, with coach seats 6/1946 ex Hipwells, Ibstock. 8/1956 to Hawkins, Loughborough.
Photo taken July 1950, Browns Blue Garage, Ibstock
93. EOT404
Odiham Motor Services EOT404 was a Bedford OB with a Duple body new in 1945 when it had been B32F. By the time of this photograph in Basingstoke it had been altered to B30F.
Photo taken Thursday 21 August 1958, Wote Street, Basingstoke
Odiham Motor Services EOT404 was a Bedford OB with a Duple body new in 1945 when it had been B32F. By the time of this photograph in Basingstoke it had been altered to B30F.
Photo taken Thursday 21 August 1958, Wote Street, Basingstoke
94. FMN955
Douglas 52, FWW188J (formerly FMN955), a Daimler CWA6 built in 1945 with Duple H30/26R bodywork.
Photo taken July 1977, Sandtoft Trolleybus Museum
Douglas 52, FWW188J (formerly FMN955), a Daimler CWA6 built in 1945 with Duple H30/26R bodywork.
Photo taken July 1977, Sandtoft Trolleybus Museum
95. FOP429
Southend 244, FOP429, a Daimler CWA6 with Duple body, converted to open-top in 1956.
Photo taken Sunday 20 August 1967, Western Esplanade, Southend
Southend 244, FOP429, a Daimler CWA6 with Duple body, converted to open-top in 1956.
Photo taken Sunday 20 August 1967, Western Esplanade, Southend
96. GYE74
Burrows 81, GYE74, a Daimler CWA6 with Duple UH30/26R body new in April 1945, was acquired from London Transport (D84) in June 1953.
Photo taken Saturday 29 December 1956, Leeds Central Bus Station
Burrows 81, GYE74, a Daimler CWA6 with Duple UH30/26R body new in April 1945, was acquired from London Transport (D84) in June 1953.
Photo taken Saturday 29 December 1956, Leeds Central Bus Station
97. HGC251
Former London Transport B26, HGC251, as Lincolnshire 2112 at Skegness in August 1953. It was a Bristol K6A with Duple H30/26R body, new in December 1945 and sold to LRCC in early 1953. It lasted with them until around 1961.
Photo taken August 1953, Skegness
Former London Transport B26, HGC251, as Lincolnshire 2112 at Skegness in August 1953. It was a Bristol K6A with Duple H30/26R body, new in December 1945 and sold to LRCC in early 1953. It lasted with them until around 1961.
Photo taken August 1953, Skegness
98. HGF803
Leon, Finningley ran HGF803 an ex-London Daimler CWA6 with Duple H30/26R body seen approaching its Doncaster terminal point.
Photo taken Sunday 2 June 1957, Waterdale, Doncaster
Leon, Finningley ran HGF803 an ex-London Daimler CWA6 with Duple H30/26R body seen approaching its Doncaster terminal point.
Photo taken Sunday 2 June 1957, Waterdale, Doncaster
99. JUB647
JUB647 was new to Samuel Ledgard in 1945 and was withdrawn in 1962. It was a Daimler CWD6 with a Duple H30/26RD body (the doors being fitted in 1954) and is seen here at Horsforth.
Photo taken Sunday 27 January 1957, New Road Side, Horsforth
JUB647 was new to Samuel Ledgard in 1945 and was withdrawn in 1962. It was a Daimler CWD6 with a Duple H30/26RD body (the doors being fitted in 1954) and is seen here at Horsforth.
Photo taken Sunday 27 January 1957, New Road Side, Horsforth
100. JUB651
Daimler CWA6 JUB651 had a Duple H30/26R body and was new to Samuel Ledgard in 1945. Seen here at Horsforth it remained in the fleet until 1962.
Photo taken Saturday 15 June 1957, Horsforth
Daimler CWA6 JUB651 had a Duple H30/26R body and was new to Samuel Ledgard in 1945. Seen here at Horsforth it remained in the fleet until 1962.
Photo taken Saturday 15 June 1957, Horsforth
101. JUB659
Ledgard JUB659, seen at the King Street terminus in Leeds, was the last Daimler CWA6 new to Ledgards. It carried a Duple H30/26R body, and was new in 1945.
Photo taken Sunday 24 March 1957, King Street, Leeds
Ledgard JUB659, seen at the King Street terminus in Leeds, was the last Daimler CWA6 new to Ledgards. It carried a Duple H30/26R body, and was new in 1945.
Photo taken Sunday 24 March 1957, King Street, Leeds
102. KEV331
Colchester Corporation 46, KEV331, was a Bristol K6A with Duple utility H56R body new in August 1945. It was photographed on a peak hour journey in the queue leaving Colchester Bus Station just before withdrawal in June 1964.
Photo taken June 1964, Colchester Bus Station
Colchester Corporation 46, KEV331, was a Bristol K6A with Duple utility H56R body new in August 1945. It was photographed on a peak hour journey in the queue leaving Colchester Bus Station just before withdrawal in June 1964.
Photo taken June 1964, Colchester Bus Station
103. L3076
Salem Ali Abdo, Crater L3076 was a Bedford OWB with a Duple UB---F body which had been imported from the UK. The original operator and registration number is not known.
Photo taken c.1960/2, Aden
Salem Ali Abdo, Crater L3076 was a Bedford OWB with a Duple UB---F body which had been imported from the UK. The original operator and registration number is not known.
Photo taken c.1960/2, Aden
104. VV8934
Northampton 129, VV8934, a 1945 Daimler CWD6 with Duple H30/26R body, built to 'relaxed' utility standards.
Photo taken Sunday 4 November 2012, Lincoln
Northampton 129, VV8934, a 1945 Daimler CWD6 with Duple H30/26R body, built to 'relaxed' utility standards.
Photo taken Sunday 4 November 2012, Lincoln
105. VV8934
Northampton 129, VV8934, a 1945 Daimler CWD6 with Duple H30/26R body was one of two Northampton vehicles in service at the Lincoln running day. They ran several trips together, here it is seen at the end of a solo run.
Photo taken Sunday 5 November 2017, LVVS Lincoln
Northampton 129, VV8934, a 1945 Daimler CWD6 with Duple H30/26R body was one of two Northampton vehicles in service at the Lincoln running day. They ran several trips together, here it is seen at the end of a solo run.
Photo taken Sunday 5 November 2017, LVVS Lincoln
106. 248FDE
248FDE, obviously withdrawn when seen adjacent to Edwards' premises, was a Bedord OB with a Duple B28F body, which had been acquired by Edwards, Maenclochog in September 1959 from the Royal Navy where it had been 698RN.
Photo taken Tuesday 3 August 1971, Maenclochog, Pembrokeshire
248FDE, obviously withdrawn when seen adjacent to Edwards' premises, was a Bedord OB with a Duple B28F body, which had been acquired by Edwards, Maenclochog in September 1959 from the Royal Navy where it had been 698RN.
Photo taken Tuesday 3 August 1971, Maenclochog, Pembrokeshire
107. 4400
New in 1946 to Guernsey Railways, number 12 is a Guy Vixen with a Duple B35F body seen at St. Peter Port in August 1966.
Photo taken August 1966, St. Peter Port, Guernsey
New in 1946 to Guernsey Railways, number 12 is a Guy Vixen with a Duple B35F body seen at St. Peter Port in August 1966.
Photo taken August 1966, St. Peter Port, Guernsey
108. AAY679
Browns Blue AAY679, a Bedford WTB coach with a 26 seat Duple body. 1946 ex Hipwells, in April 1952 to Ward, Oakham.
Photo taken July 1950, Browns Blue Garage, Ibstock
Browns Blue AAY679, a Bedford WTB coach with a 26 seat Duple body. 1946 ex Hipwells, in April 1952 to Ward, Oakham.
Photo taken July 1950, Browns Blue Garage, Ibstock
109. AHL392
West Riding 273, AHL392, a Daimler CWD6 with a Duple L27/26R body was the first of two new to Bullock, Featherstone in July 1946 when they were L27/28R, being re-seated later.
Photo taken Tuesday 24 July 1956, Leeds Central Bus Station
West Riding 273, AHL392, a Daimler CWD6 with a Duple L27/26R body was the first of two new to Bullock, Featherstone in July 1946 when they were L27/28R, being re-seated later.
Photo taken Tuesday 24 July 1956, Leeds Central Bus Station
110. BUD522
Slatter, Long Hanborough 20, BUD522, a Bedford OB with Duple C29F body dating from September 1946 is seen here at Gloucester Green, Oxford. It was withdrawn in April 1961 and sold for further service to Grainge, Westbury.
Photo taken Wednesday 20 August 1958, Gloucester Green, Oxford
Slatter, Long Hanborough 20, BUD522, a Bedford OB with Duple C29F body dating from September 1946 is seen here at Gloucester Green, Oxford. It was withdrawn in April 1961 and sold for further service to Grainge, Westbury.
Photo taken Wednesday 20 August 1958, Gloucester Green, Oxford
111. CDP235
Stout (Valentine Coaches), Shalbourne CDP235, seen at The Wharf, Newbury, was a Bedford OB with a Duple B30F body which had been new in May 1946 as Reading 17 and was converted to B28F at an unknown date.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
Stout (Valentine Coaches), Shalbourne CDP235, seen at The Wharf, Newbury, was a Bedford OB with a Duple B30F body which had been new in May 1946 as Reading 17 and was converted to B28F at an unknown date.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
112. CDY294
Dengate, Beckley CDY294, a Duple B30F bodied Bedford OB new in 1946, seen in Hastings alongside Maidstone & District S273 (273DKT) an AEC Reliance with Park Royal DP40F body new as SO273 in 1959 and renumbered in July 1961.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Wellington Square, Hastings
Dengate, Beckley CDY294, a Duple B30F bodied Bedford OB new in 1946, seen in Hastings alongside Maidstone & District S273 (273DKT) an AEC Reliance with Park Royal DP40F body new as SO273 in 1959 and renumbered in July 1961.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Wellington Square, Hastings
113. CRP300
Reliance of Newbury 59, CRP300, an AEC Regal with Duple C33F body, new in 1946 to York Bros, Northampton.
Photo taken 1959/early 1960s, The Wharf, Newbury
Reliance of Newbury 59, CRP300, an AEC Regal with Duple C33F body, new in 1946 to York Bros, Northampton.
Photo taken 1959/early 1960s, The Wharf, Newbury
114. DDL924
Reliance, Newbury 41, DDL924, a Duple B29F bodied Bedford OB which had been acquired in from Chard & District, Chard in 1955 and is seen in Newbury.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
Reliance, Newbury 41, DDL924, a Duple B29F bodied Bedford OB which had been acquired in from Chard & District, Chard in 1955 and is seen in Newbury.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
115. EP9388
Mid-Wales Motorways EP9388, a Bedford OB with a Duple C27F body was one of two new in December 1946. It was later upseated to C29F and is seen here in Welshpool.
Photo taken early 1971, Welshpool
Mid-Wales Motorways EP9388, a Bedford OB with a Duple C27F body was one of two new in December 1946. It was later upseated to C29F and is seen here in Welshpool.
Photo taken early 1971, Welshpool
116. GWU624
Hanson 305, GWU624, was a Maudslay Marathon II new to Bottomley, Huddersfield in 1946 with a Barnaby C33F body. It was rebodied in 1951 with a 1949 Duple B35F body removed from Hanson 284 (AVH903) and is seen in this condition at the Upperhead Row Bus Station in Huddersfield.
Photo taken Sunday 14 July 1957, Upperhead Row Bus Station, Huddersfield
Hanson 305, GWU624, was a Maudslay Marathon II new to Bottomley, Huddersfield in 1946 with a Barnaby C33F body. It was rebodied in 1951 with a 1949 Duple B35F body removed from Hanson 284 (AVH903) and is seen in this condition at the Upperhead Row Bus Station in Huddersfield.
Photo taken Sunday 14 July 1957, Upperhead Row Bus Station, Huddersfield
117. HGC245
Lincolnshire Road Car Company acquired this Bristol, HGC245, from London Transport B11 in 1953 and numbered it 980 renumbering it later in the year to 2109. It carried a Duple H30/26R body, was new in 1946, and is seen here at Newark.
Photo taken Friday 12 April 1957, Newark Bus Station
Lincolnshire Road Car Company acquired this Bristol, HGC245, from London Transport B11 in 1953 and numbered it 980 renumbering it later in the year to 2109. It carried a Duple H30/26R body, was new in 1946, and is seen here at Newark.
Photo taken Friday 12 April 1957, Newark Bus Station
118. HXB457
Reliance of Newbury 81, HXB457, an AEC Regal with Duple C33F body, new in August 1946.
Photo taken early 1960s, Mill Lane, Newbury, Berks.
Reliance of Newbury 81, HXB457, an AEC Regal with Duple C33F body, new in August 1946.
Photo taken early 1960s, Mill Lane, Newbury, Berks.
119. HXB457
Reliance, Newbury 81, HXB457, was an A.E.C. O662 Regal with a Duple C33F body acquired in December 1962 from Huntley, East Oakley.
Photo taken Sunday 27 March 1966, Reliance Garage, Newbury
Reliance, Newbury 81, HXB457, was an A.E.C. O662 Regal with a Duple C33F body acquired in December 1962 from Huntley, East Oakley.
Photo taken Sunday 27 March 1966, Reliance Garage, Newbury
120. HXX534
HXX534 was an A.E.C. O662 Regal which, when new to R.A.C.S., London S.E.18, in December 1946, had a Beadle C32F body. They had it rebodied with a Duple FC35F body in July 1954, but it is seen here with Bengry (Primrose Motors), Leominster who had acquired it in March 1963.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
HXX534 was an A.E.C. O662 Regal which, when new to R.A.C.S., London S.E.18, in December 1946, had a Beadle C32F body. They had it rebodied with a Duple FC35F body in July 1954, but it is seen here with Bengry (Primrose Motors), Leominster who had acquired it in March 1963.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
121. JRA983
JRA983 Daimler CWA6 with Duple body New to Blue Bus in 1946. It was withdrawn in 1967 and sold through Measham Motor Auctions.
Photo taken The Old Garage, Repton Road, Willington
JRA983 Daimler CWA6 with Duple body New to Blue Bus in 1946. It was withdrawn in 1967 and sold through Measham Motor Auctions.
Photo taken The Old Garage, Repton Road, Willington
122. JRA983
Tailby & George (Blue Bus), Willington DR9, JRA983, seen in the Bus Station in Derby was a Daimler CWA6 with a Duple L27/26R body.
Photo taken Thursday 1 October 1959, Bus Station, Derby
Tailby & George (Blue Bus), Willington DR9, JRA983, seen in the Bus Station in Derby was a Daimler CWA6 with a Duple L27/26R body.
Photo taken Thursday 1 October 1959, Bus Station, Derby
123. JRB127
A fine line up of Midland General vehicles, AEC & Leyland, with on the left 41, JRB127, an AEC Regal with Duple DP35F body new in late 1946.
Photo taken early 1950s, Bakewell Show, Derbyshire
A fine line up of Midland General vehicles, AEC & Leyland, with on the left 41, JRB127, an AEC Regal with Duple DP35F body new in late 1946.
Photo taken early 1950s, Bakewell Show, Derbyshire
124. JUB600
Leeds 97, JUB600, one of three Daimler CWA6/Duple H30/26R new in May 1946 photographed at the Half Mile Lane terminus at Stanningley. It was withdrawn in March 1957.
Photo taken Friday 18 May 1956, Half Mile Lane Terminus, Stanningley
Leeds 97, JUB600, one of three Daimler CWA6/Duple H30/26R new in May 1946 photographed at the Half Mile Lane terminus at Stanningley. It was withdrawn in March 1957.
Photo taken Friday 18 May 1956, Half Mile Lane Terminus, Stanningley
125. JUB600
Leeds 97, JUB600, seen in the Central Bus Station, was a Daimler CWA6 with a Duple H30/26R body new in May 1946. Behind is 95, JUB595, a similar vehicle but with a Brush H30/26R body new in November 1945.
Photo taken Tuesday 3 April 1956, Central Bus Station, Leeds
Leeds 97, JUB600, seen in the Central Bus Station, was a Daimler CWA6 with a Duple H30/26R body new in May 1946. Behind is 95, JUB595, a similar vehicle but with a Brush H30/26R body new in November 1945.
Photo taken Tuesday 3 April 1956, Central Bus Station, Leeds
126. LHK412
Rose Bros (Primrose) of Chelmsford LHK412, a Leyland PS1/1 with Duple C35F body, new to the City Coach Company in December 1946 but exchanged with Rose for a Daimler CVD6 in May 1950.
Photo taken 1950, opposite Newbury Park Underground/Bus Station, London Ilford
Rose Bros (Primrose) of Chelmsford LHK412, a Leyland PS1/1 with Duple C35F body, new to the City Coach Company in December 1946 but exchanged with Rose for a Daimler CVD6 in May 1950.
Photo taken 1950, opposite Newbury Park Underground/Bus Station, London Ilford
127. LHK413
Eastern National BS123, LHK413, a Leyland PS1 with Duple C35F body, new in 1946 to City Coach Co.
Photo taken Friday 29 August 1958, Kursaal, Southend
Eastern National BS123, LHK413, a Leyland PS1 with Duple C35F body, new in 1946 to City Coach Co.
Photo taken Friday 29 August 1958, Kursaal, Southend
128. LHK414
Eastern National 124, LHK414, and probably 123, LHK413, a pair of Leyland PS1s with Duple C35F body, new in 1946 to City Coach Co.
Photo taken April 1960, Colchester
Eastern National 124, LHK414, and probably 123, LHK413, a pair of Leyland PS1s with Duple C35F body, new in 1946 to City Coach Co.
Photo taken April 1960, Colchester
129. LHK415
LHK415, was a Leyland PS1 with a Duple C35F body new as City Coach Company, Brentwood LS4 in 1946, passing to Westcliff-on-Sea in February 1952 where it was renumbered 126 in July 1954. It became Eastern National 126 in 1954 and is seen in Braintree.
Photo taken Saturday 6 December 1958, Victoria Street, Braintree
LHK415, was a Leyland PS1 with a Duple C35F body new as City Coach Company, Brentwood LS4 in 1946, passing to Westcliff-on-Sea in February 1952 where it was renumbered 126 in July 1954. It became Eastern National 126 in 1954 and is seen in Braintree.
Photo taken Saturday 6 December 1958, Victoria Street, Braintree
130. 2126
Guernsey Railway Company 22, 2126 was the last of nine Guy Vixens delivered in July 1947. It had a Duple B35F body and was withdrawn in September 1968.
Photo taken Saturday 11 June 1966, St Peter Port Bus Stand, Guernsey
Guernsey Railway Company 22, 2126 was the last of nine Guy Vixens delivered in July 1947. It had a Duple B35F body and was withdrawn in September 1968.
Photo taken Saturday 11 June 1966, St Peter Port Bus Stand, Guernsey
131. 4400
Guernsey Railway Company 12, 4400, had started life in July 1947 as Guernsey Motors 17 and was a Guy Vixen with a Duple B35F body.
Photo taken Friday 10 June 1966
Guernsey Railway Company 12, 4400, had started life in July 1947 as Guernsey Motors 17 and was a Guy Vixen with a Duple B35F body.
Photo taken Friday 10 June 1966
132. 500
Guernsey Railway Company 7, 500, a Guy Vixen with a Duple B35F body was one of nine, new in July 1947. It was withdrawn in September 1967.
Photo taken Friday 10 June 1966
Guernsey Railway Company 7, 500, a Guy Vixen with a Duple B35F body was one of nine, new in July 1947. It was withdrawn in September 1967.
Photo taken Friday 10 June 1966
133. 501
Guernsey Railway Company 8, 501, a Guy Vixen with a Duple B35F body was one of nine, new in July 1947. It was withdrawn in September 1967.
Photo taken Friday 10 June 1966
Guernsey Railway Company 8, 501, a Guy Vixen with a Duple B35F body was one of nine, new in July 1947. It was withdrawn in September 1967.
Photo taken Friday 10 June 1966
134. 506
Guernsey Railways 14 (506), a Vixen new in 1947 with Duple B35F body and withdrawn in 1964. GR had 10 of these buses (one of which served initially in the Guernsey Motors fleet). Some of these lasted until 1967 but, although several ended their days in Priaulx' scrapyard, by 1978 only this and a Victor remained there.
Photo taken August 1978, Priaulx Scrapyard, Guernsey
Guernsey Railways 14 (506), a Vixen new in 1947 with Duple B35F body and withdrawn in 1964. GR had 10 of these buses (one of which served initially in the Guernsey Motors fleet). Some of these lasted until 1967 but, although several ended their days in Priaulx' scrapyard, by 1978 only this and a Victor remained there.
Photo taken August 1978, Priaulx Scrapyard, Guernsey
135. 506
New in July 1947, Guernsey Railway 14, 506, was a Guy Vixen with a Duple B35F body. It was withdrawn in September 1967.
Photo taken Sunday 12 June 1966
New in July 1947, Guernsey Railway 14, 506, was a Guy Vixen with a Duple B35F body. It was withdrawn in September 1967.
Photo taken Sunday 12 June 1966
136. AEB204
Green, Thorney AEB204 was a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body which had been new to them in November 1947. It was withdrawn in June 1961 and is seen here at Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
Green, Thorney AEB204 was a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body which had been new to them in November 1947. It was withdrawn in June 1961 and is seen here at Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
137. AGV194
AGV194 was Premier Travel, Cambridge 64 and was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body acquired in December 1949 with the business of Burgoin, Haverhill to whom it had been new in 1947.
Photo taken Sunday 12 August 1962, Haverhill Depot
AGV194 was Premier Travel, Cambridge 64 and was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body acquired in December 1949 with the business of Burgoin, Haverhill to whom it had been new in 1947.
Photo taken Sunday 12 August 1962, Haverhill Depot
138. AMS532
New in 1947 as Alexander, Falkirk G2 with a Duple C35F body and transferred to Lawson, Kirkintilloch still as G2 in 1949, AMS532 was a Guy Arab III which was seen in Dundas Street Bus Station, Glasgow.
Photo taken Sunday 26 July 1959, Dundas Street Bus Station, Glasgow
New in 1947 as Alexander, Falkirk G2 with a Duple C35F body and transferred to Lawson, Kirkintilloch still as G2 in 1949, AMS532 was a Guy Arab III which was seen in Dundas Street Bus Station, Glasgow.
Photo taken Sunday 26 July 1959, Dundas Street Bus Station, Glasgow
139. AMS541
Duple C35F bodywork was carried by 1947 Guy Arab III G11, AMS541, of Lawson, Kirkintilloch, one of twenty new that year, seen in Dundas Street bus station in Glasgow.
Photo taken Wednesday 29 July 1959, Dundas Street Bus Station, Glasgow
Duple C35F bodywork was carried by 1947 Guy Arab III G11, AMS541, of Lawson, Kirkintilloch, one of twenty new that year, seen in Dundas Street bus station in Glasgow.
Photo taken Wednesday 29 July 1959, Dundas Street Bus Station, Glasgow
140. AMS543
Lawson, Kirkintilloch G13, AMS543, was a Guy Arab III with Duple C35F body new in 1947 and was seen at Dundas Street Bus Station in Glasgow.
Photo taken Tuesday 14 April 1959, Dundas Street Bus Station, Glasgow
Lawson, Kirkintilloch G13, AMS543, was a Guy Arab III with Duple C35F body new in 1947 and was seen at Dundas Street Bus Station in Glasgow.
Photo taken Tuesday 14 April 1959, Dundas Street Bus Station, Glasgow
141. AMS543
Lawson, Kirkintilloch G13, AMS543, was a Guy Arab III with a Duple C35F body delivered in 1947 is seen at Dundas Street Bus Station in Glasgow.
Photo taken Sunday 26 July 1959, Dundas Street Bus Station, Glasgow
Lawson, Kirkintilloch G13, AMS543, was a Guy Arab III with a Duple C35F body delivered in 1947 is seen at Dundas Street Bus Station in Glasgow.
Photo taken Sunday 26 July 1959, Dundas Street Bus Station, Glasgow
142. CHV143
Horseshoe, London N15 were the operators of this Dennis Lancet III, CHV143, with a Duple C35F body seen at Wembley Stadium. It had been new to Broadway, London E.6 in 1947 passing to Horseshoe in 1956.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Wembley
Horseshoe, London N15 were the operators of this Dennis Lancet III, CHV143, with a Duple C35F body seen at Wembley Stadium. It had been new to Broadway, London E.6 in 1947 passing to Horseshoe in 1956.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Wembley
143. CJT185
Seventeen year separate these two Bedford products, CJT185, a Bedford OB with Duple bodywork in the Gibbs and Hillyer fleet with BPR70B, a 1964 Bedford VAL with Plaxton C52F body with Blue Bird, Weymouth.
Photo taken 1964?, Dorset?
Seventeen year separate these two Bedford products, CJT185, a Bedford OB with Duple bodywork in the Gibbs and Hillyer fleet with BPR70B, a 1964 Bedford VAL with Plaxton C52F body with Blue Bird, Weymouth.
Photo taken 1964?, Dorset?
144. DBU889
Felix of Long Melford 1947 Bedford OB DBU889 with Duple C27F body.
Photo taken Sunday 6 June 2010, Clacton
Felix of Long Melford 1947 Bedford OB DBU889 with Duple C27F body.
Photo taken Sunday 6 June 2010, Clacton
145. DMO320
Seen here in Newbury is Thames Valley 131, DMO320, an A.E.C. O662 Regal new in 1947 with a Duple B35F body which had been acquired from Newbury & District in 1950 and converted to B32F for one man operation earlier in 1958.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
Seen here in Newbury is Thames Valley 131, DMO320, an A.E.C. O662 Regal new in 1947 with a Duple B35F body which had been acquired from Newbury & District in 1950 and converted to B32F for one man operation earlier in 1958.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
146. DMO321
A.E.C. O662 Regal DMO321 new in 1947 with a Duple B35F body was number 132 in the Thames Valley fleet and is seen here in Newbury having been acquired from Newbury & District in 1950 and converted to B32F for one man operation in November 1957.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
A.E.C. O662 Regal DMO321 new in 1947 with a Duple B35F body was number 132 in the Thames Valley fleet and is seen here in Newbury having been acquired from Newbury & District in 1950 and converted to B32F for one man operation in November 1957.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
147. DMO321
Thames Valley 132, DMO321, seen at The Wharf, Newbury, was an A.E.C O662 Regal with a Duple B35F body, one of ten which had been new in 1947 to Newbury & District and which were acquired by Thames Valley in May 1950.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
Thames Valley 132, DMO321, seen at The Wharf, Newbury, was an A.E.C O662 Regal with a Duple B35F body, one of ten which had been new in 1947 to Newbury & District and which were acquired by Thames Valley in May 1950.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
148. DMO322
This A.E.C. O662 Regal, DMO322, was Thames Valley 133, and was new in 1947 with a Duple B35F body. Seen here in Newbury it had been acquired from Newbury & District in 1950 and converted to B32F for one man operation earlier in 1958.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
This A.E.C. O662 Regal, DMO322, was Thames Valley 133, and was new in 1947 with a Duple B35F body. Seen here in Newbury it had been acquired from Newbury & District in 1950 and converted to B32F for one man operation earlier in 1958.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
149. DMO323
Seen in Newbury, A.E.C. O662 Regal DMO323 new in 1947 with a Duple B35F body was number 134 in the Thames Valley fleet having been acquired from Newbury & District in 1950 and converted to B32F for one man operation earlier in 1958.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
Seen in Newbury, A.E.C. O662 Regal DMO323 new in 1947 with a Duple B35F body was number 134 in the Thames Valley fleet having been acquired from Newbury & District in 1950 and converted to B32F for one man operation earlier in 1958.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
150. DMO326
A.E.C. O662 Regal DMO326, seen here in Newbury, was new in 1947 with a Duple B35F body and was number 137 in the Thames Valley fleet having been acquired from Newbury & District in 1950. It had been converted to B32F for one man operation earlier in 1958.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
A.E.C. O662 Regal DMO326, seen here in Newbury, was new in 1947 with a Duple B35F body and was number 137 in the Thames Valley fleet having been acquired from Newbury & District in 1950. It had been converted to B32F for one man operation earlier in 1958.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
151. DMO327
Thames Valley 138, 135 and 136, DMO327/324/325, new in 1947 were A.E.C. O662 Regals with Duple B35F bodies later rebuilt to B32F for one man operation. Seen here after withdrawal, they were sold in July 1958 to P.V.D. Ltd., (dealer) Rugby. 140, DMO329 was sold at the same time and is presumably the bus on the extreme right hand side in this view.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, Newbury
Thames Valley 138, 135 and 136, DMO327/324/325, new in 1947 were A.E.C. O662 Regals with Duple B35F bodies later rebuilt to B32F for one man operation. Seen here after withdrawal, they were sold in July 1958 to P.V.D. Ltd., (dealer) Rugby. 140, DMO329 was sold at the same time and is presumably the bus on the extreme right hand side in this view.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, Newbury
152. DMO330
Thames Valley 141, DMO330, new in 1947 was an AEC O662 Regal with a Duple C35F body.
Photo taken Saturday 21 June 1958, Ascot
Thames Valley 141, DMO330, new in 1947 was an AEC O662 Regal with a Duple C35F body.
Photo taken Saturday 21 June 1958, Ascot
153. DMO331
New in 1947 as South Midland 142, DMO331 had passed to Marchant, Cheltenham in November 1957 for contract work. The Duple C35F bodied AEC O662 Regal was withdrawn in 1959.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, outside Marchant's premises, High Street, Cheltenham
New in 1947 as South Midland 142, DMO331 had passed to Marchant, Cheltenham in November 1957 for contract work. The Duple C35F bodied AEC O662 Regal was withdrawn in 1959.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, outside Marchant's premises, High Street, Cheltenham
154. EAW283
Wye Valley EAW283 was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body new in 1947. It was acquired from Aston, Kempsey in June 1962.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
Wye Valley EAW283 was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body new in 1947. It was acquired from Aston, Kempsey in June 1962.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
155. EBL736
Thames Valley 145, EBL736, new in 1947 was an AEC O662 Regal with a Duple C35F body.
Photo taken Saturday 21 June 1958, Ascot
Thames Valley 145, EBL736, new in 1947 was an AEC O662 Regal with a Duple C35F body.
Photo taken Saturday 21 June 1958, Ascot
156. EDL445
Safeguard acquired EDL445 in January 1951 from Moss. Sandown to whom it had been new in 1947. The Duple Vista C29F bodied Bedford OB is seen in Onslow Street Bus Station in Guildford.
Photo taken Saturday 14 June 1958, Onslow Street Bus Station, Guildford
Safeguard acquired EDL445 in January 1951 from Moss. Sandown to whom it had been new in 1947. The Duple Vista C29F bodied Bedford OB is seen in Onslow Street Bus Station in Guildford.
Photo taken Saturday 14 June 1958, Onslow Street Bus Station, Guildford
157. EMW703
Shergold & White (Silver Star), Porton Down 24, EMW703, a 1947 Duple C33F bodied Leyland PS1 in Portland Street coach park in Manchester on a forces leave service.
Photo taken Sunday 23 February 1958, Portland Street Coach Park, Manchester
Shergold & White (Silver Star), Porton Down 24, EMW703, a 1947 Duple C33F bodied Leyland PS1 in Portland Street coach park in Manchester on a forces leave service.
Photo taken Sunday 23 February 1958, Portland Street Coach Park, Manchester
158. EP9588
Mid Wales Motorways EP9588 a Bedford OB / Duple Vista C29F new to them as C27F in April 1947 does not look as though it has much longer left in this world, however it must have been under refurbishment as it soldiered on for another six and a half years before it was withdrawn for scrap 1/70.
Photo taken Sunday 11 August 1963
Mid Wales Motorways EP9588 a Bedford OB / Duple Vista C29F new to them as C27F in April 1947 does not look as though it has much longer left in this world, however it must have been under refurbishment as it soldiered on for another six and a half years before it was withdrawn for scrap 1/70.
Photo taken Sunday 11 August 1963
159. EX5555
Canham, Whittlesey EX5555 was a Duple C33F bodied Leyland PS1/1 which had been new in 1947 to Seagull, Great Yarmouth and was acquired from Pegg, Caston in April 1960.
Photo taken Sunday 20 September 1964, Scaldgate, Whittlesey
Canham, Whittlesey EX5555 was a Duple C33F bodied Leyland PS1/1 which had been new in 1947 to Seagull, Great Yarmouth and was acquired from Pegg, Caston in April 1960.
Photo taken Sunday 20 September 1964, Scaldgate, Whittlesey
160. FDL802
The Bedford OB was long the stalwart of many East Anglian fleets.Theobald's FDL802 had served Southern Vectis from 1949 to 1957. Although showing Bury St Edmunds on the blind, it was simply being backed out for photographers, seemingly causing chaos to passing traffic.
Photo taken Sunday 5 September 1965, Little St. Mary's, Long Melford, Sudbury
The Bedford OB was long the stalwart of many East Anglian fleets.Theobald's FDL802 had served Southern Vectis from 1949 to 1957. Although showing Bury St Edmunds on the blind, it was simply being backed out for photographers, seemingly causing chaos to passing traffic.
Photo taken Sunday 5 September 1965, Little St. Mary's, Long Melford, Sudbury
161. FDV548
FDV548, new in 1947, was acquired by Wye Valley Motors, Hereford from Good, Beer in May 1964. It was a Bedord OB with a Duple Vista C29F body.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
FDV548, new in 1947, was acquired by Wye Valley Motors, Hereford from Good, Beer in May 1964. It was a Bedord OB with a Duple Vista C29F body.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
162. FER241
Premier Travel, Cambridge 23, FER241, was a Bedford OB with a Duple B32F body new in February 1947. It was withdrawn in February 1961 and sold for use as a site hut.
Photo taken Sunday 5 July 1959, Harston depot
Premier Travel, Cambridge 23, FER241, was a Bedford OB with a Duple B32F body new in February 1947. It was withdrawn in February 1961 and sold for use as a site hut.
Photo taken Sunday 5 July 1959, Harston depot
163. FGB418
MacBrayne, Glasgow 35, FGB418, was a Maudslay Marathon III, new in 1947 with a 1936 Park Royal C31F body which was transferred from a 1929 Maudslay ML6A. It was then rebodied in 1958 with a new Duple FC35F body as seen here at Fort William.
Photo taken Friday 30 July 1965, Fort William
MacBrayne, Glasgow 35, FGB418, was a Maudslay Marathon III, new in 1947 with a 1936 Park Royal C31F body which was transferred from a 1929 Maudslay ML6A. It was then rebodied in 1958 with a new Duple FC35F body as seen here at Fort William.
Photo taken Friday 30 July 1965, Fort William
164. FOT203
FOT203, an AEC Regal II with Duple B35F body built in 1947. Originally owned by Venture, sold in 1951 to Wilts & Dorset, fleet number 482 and then withdrawn in the early sixties and sold to W&C French.
Photo taken Saturday 9 May 1964, Seaway Car Park, Southend
FOT203, an AEC Regal II with Duple B35F body built in 1947. Originally owned by Venture, sold in 1951 to Wilts & Dorset, fleet number 482 and then withdrawn in the early sixties and sold to W&C French.
Photo taken Saturday 9 May 1964, Seaway Car Park, Southend
165. FOT203
Wilts & Dorset 482, FOT203, which had been new as Venture, Basingstoke 82 in 1947 was an A.E.C. O662 Regal with a Duple B35F body seen in this view at Basingstoke.
Photo taken Thursday 21 August 1958, Basingstoke
Wilts & Dorset 482, FOT203, which had been new as Venture, Basingstoke 82 in 1947 was an A.E.C. O662 Regal with a Duple B35F body seen in this view at Basingstoke.
Photo taken Thursday 21 August 1958, Basingstoke
166. FOT204
Wilts & Dorset 483, FOT204, which had been new as Venture, Basingstoke 83 in 1947 was an A.E.C. O662 Regal with a Duple B35F body as was FOT203 seen alongside in this view at Basingstoke.
Photo taken Thursday 21 August 1958, Basingstoke
Wilts & Dorset 483, FOT204, which had been new as Venture, Basingstoke 83 in 1947 was an A.E.C. O662 Regal with a Duple B35F body as was FOT203 seen alongside in this view at Basingstoke.
Photo taken Thursday 21 August 1958, Basingstoke
167. FWW596
West Yorkshire 646, FWW596, a 1947 Bedford OB with classic Duple body. This vehicle was for many years the York City Tour bus hence the quarter lights.
Photo taken Sunday 14 October 2007, Ilkley Bus Station
West Yorkshire 646, FWW596, a 1947 Bedford OB with classic Duple body. This vehicle was for many years the York City Tour bus hence the quarter lights.
Photo taken Sunday 14 October 2007, Ilkley Bus Station
168. FWW596
A pair of West Yorkshire Road Car coaches provide a contrast in size. Nearest the camera is CP1, FWW596, a 1947 Bedford OB with Duple body originally numbered 646 while the full size coach is CUG27, 8124WX, a 1961 Bristol MW6G with ECW body.
Photo taken Sunday 11 October 2009, Bolton Abbey
A pair of West Yorkshire Road Car coaches provide a contrast in size. Nearest the camera is CP1, FWW596, a 1947 Bedford OB with Duple body originally numbered 646 while the full size coach is CUG27, 8124WX, a 1961 Bristol MW6G with ECW body.
Photo taken Sunday 11 October 2009, Bolton Abbey
169. FWW596
For many years the only non-Bristol in the West Yorkshire fleet was this Bedford OB with classic Duple bodywork. It owed its longevity to its use on the York City Tour. Dating from 1947 CP1, FWW596, is seen at the Skipton rally and running day.
Photo taken Sunday 8 October 2017, Coach Street, Skipton
For many years the only non-Bristol in the West Yorkshire fleet was this Bedford OB with classic Duple bodywork. It owed its longevity to its use on the York City Tour. Dating from 1947 CP1, FWW596, is seen at the Skipton rally and running day.
Photo taken Sunday 8 October 2017, Coach Street, Skipton
170. FWW596
FWW596 was the first in a batch of four Bedford OBs with Duple C26F bodies and was new to West Yorkshire Road Car Co in July 1947, numbered 646. In April 1954 it was renumbered CP 1 and in the first half of 1957, by then the sole survivor of the batch, it was heavily rebuilt by West Yorkshire for use on the York City Tour.
Photo taken May 1957, Harrogate Stray
FWW596 was the first in a batch of four Bedford OBs with Duple C26F bodies and was new to West Yorkshire Road Car Co in July 1947, numbered 646. In April 1954 it was renumbered CP 1 and in the first half of 1957, by then the sole survivor of the batch, it was heavily rebuilt by West Yorkshire for use on the York City Tour.
Photo taken May 1957, Harrogate Stray
171. GAA832
Wilts & Dorset 489, GAA832, an A.E.C. O662 Regal with a Duple C35F body seen at Basingstoke had been new as Venture, Basingstoke 89 in 1947.
Photo taken Thursday 21 August 1958, Basingstoke
Wilts & Dorset 489, GAA832, an A.E.C. O662 Regal with a Duple C35F body seen at Basingstoke had been new as Venture, Basingstoke 89 in 1947.
Photo taken Thursday 21 August 1958, Basingstoke
172. GRU104
Brady (Brown Motor Services), Forest Green started in 1924 with a model T Ford and a later coach, GRU104, a Duple C29F bodied Bedford OB dating from 1947 which Brady acquired in May 1955 from Shamrock & Rambler, Bournemouth was seen at Horsham Carfax on the service to Ewhurst which operated daily except for Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Photo taken Saturday 7 February 1959, Horsham Carfax
Brady (Brown Motor Services), Forest Green started in 1924 with a model T Ford and a later coach, GRU104, a Duple C29F bodied Bedford OB dating from 1947 which Brady acquired in May 1955 from Shamrock & Rambler, Bournemouth was seen at Horsham Carfax on the service to Ewhurst which operated daily except for Good Friday, Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Photo taken Saturday 7 February 1959, Horsham Carfax
173. HAD216
HAD216, a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body, was acquired by Wye Valley Motors, Hereford from Jenkins, Hay-on-Wye in March 1961. It had been new in 1947.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
HAD216, a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body, was acquired by Wye Valley Motors, Hereford from Jenkins, Hay-on-Wye in March 1961. It had been new in 1947.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
174. HUO698
Western National 545, HUO698, was a Duple C27F bodied Bedford OB dating from 1947 seen at Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Saturday 19 July 1958, London Victoria Coach Station
Western National 545, HUO698, was a Duple C27F bodied Bedford OB dating from 1947 seen at Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Saturday 19 July 1958, London Victoria Coach Station
175. HVO132
Seen leaving Huntingdon Street Bus Station in Nottingham is Barton 463, HVO132, one of the Duple L29/26F bodied Leyland PD1s delivered in 1947.
Photo taken Saturday 27 March 1965, Huntingdon Street Bus Station, Nottingham
Seen leaving Huntingdon Street Bus Station in Nottingham is Barton 463, HVO132, one of the Duple L29/26F bodied Leyland PD1s delivered in 1947.
Photo taken Saturday 27 March 1965, Huntingdon Street Bus Station, Nottingham
176. HYF531
United Service Transport, London S.W.17 number 1064, HYF531, was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body which had been new to them in March 1947. It is seen alongside another of their OBs at Ascot races.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
United Service Transport, London S.W.17 number 1064, HYF531, was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body which had been new to them in March 1947. It is seen alongside another of their OBs at Ascot races.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
177. HYM685
Eastern National KN025, HYM685, still in Moore Bros livery. HYM685 was a Bedford OB with Duple C29F body, new in 1947 to Fallowfield & Britten and bought by Moores in 1951, which passed to Eastern National with the rest of the Moore Bros fleet in February 1963.
Photo taken 1963
Eastern National KN025, HYM685, still in Moore Bros livery. HYM685 was a Bedford OB with Duple C29F body, new in 1947 to Fallowfield & Britten and bought by Moores in 1951, which passed to Eastern National with the rest of the Moore Bros fleet in February 1963.
Photo taken 1963
178. HYO197
Taylor, Bicester HYO197, was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body which had been new in 1947 to Frames, London W.C.2. It was acquired in February 1954.
Photo taken Sunday 7 April 1963
Taylor, Bicester HYO197, was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body which had been new in 1947 to Frames, London W.C.2. It was acquired in February 1954.
Photo taken Sunday 7 April 1963
179. JDD680
Cheltenham provides the setting for this shot of Bedford OB JDD680 with Duple C29F body of Gillett, Winchcombe.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station
Cheltenham provides the setting for this shot of Bedford OB JDD680 with Duple C29F body of Gillett, Winchcombe.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Cheltenham, Royal Well Bus Station
180. JDV752
Duple bodied Bedford OBs JDV754 and KPW986, new in 1947 and 1950 respectively.
Photo taken Sunday 7 October 2012, Warminster
Duple bodied Bedford OBs JDV754 and KPW986, new in 1947 and 1950 respectively.
Photo taken Sunday 7 October 2012, Warminster
181. JDV754
Rear view of Duple bodied Bedford OB numbers JDV754 and KPW986 slows slight differences between the vehicles.
Photo taken Sunday 7 October 2012, Warminster
Rear view of Duple bodied Bedford OB numbers JDV754 and KPW986 slows slight differences between the vehicles.
Photo taken Sunday 7 October 2012, Warminster
182. JNN384
Seen undergoing restoration at Quantock Motor Services workshops is JNN384, a 1947 ex-Barton Transport of Chilwell Leyland PD1 with Duple front entrance body. Unusual in having double sliding entrance doors. Fleet number 467.
Photo taken Saturday 28 May 2011, Langley Marsh
Seen undergoing restoration at Quantock Motor Services workshops is JNN384, a 1947 ex-Barton Transport of Chilwell Leyland PD1 with Duple front entrance body. Unusual in having double sliding entrance doors. Fleet number 467.
Photo taken Saturday 28 May 2011, Langley Marsh
183. JNN384
A recent shot showing the extensive restoration being done to Barton 467, JNN384, a Leyland PD1 with Duple body, in comparison with the earlier shot taken 3 years ago.
Photo taken Saturday 10 May 2014, Langley Marsh
A recent shot showing the extensive restoration being done to Barton 467, JNN384, a Leyland PD1 with Duple body, in comparison with the earlier shot taken 3 years ago.
Photo taken Saturday 10 May 2014, Langley Marsh
184. JNN384
Ex-Barton 467, JNN384, has undergone a full restoration including immaculate detail both internally and externally. It is therefore no surprise that it was highly in demand at the Coventry running day.
Photo taken Monday 2 January 2017, The Butts Rugby Ground, Coventry
Ex-Barton 467, JNN384, has undergone a full restoration including immaculate detail both internally and externally. It is therefore no surprise that it was highly in demand at the Coventry running day.
Photo taken Monday 2 January 2017, The Butts Rugby Ground, Coventry
185. JNN384
Ex-Barton 467, JNN384, carries an advertisement for tea on the offside
Photo taken Monday 2 January 2017, The Butts Rugby Ground, Coventry
Ex-Barton 467, JNN384, carries an advertisement for tea on the offside
Photo taken Monday 2 January 2017, The Butts Rugby Ground, Coventry
186. KUG884
Wallace Arnold Tours KUG884 and KUM386 were both AEC Regals with Duple C33F bodies dating from 1947 and, unlike many half-cabs in the WA fleet at this time, were not examples of rebuilds or body transfers.
Photo taken possibly circa 1955, Chadwick Street, Leeds
Wallace Arnold Tours KUG884 and KUM386 were both AEC Regals with Duple C33F bodies dating from 1947 and, unlike many half-cabs in the WA fleet at this time, were not examples of rebuilds or body transfers.
Photo taken possibly circa 1955, Chadwick Street, Leeds
187. LPH482
LPH482, a Duple Vista C20F bodied Bedford OB, was operated by Walton-on-Thames Motor Co. Ltd. on a service from Walton (Bridge Street) to Walton Station which operated daily. It was their first post-war vehicle, being new in October 1947.
Photo taken Saturday 14 June 1958, Walton on Thames Station
LPH482, a Duple Vista C20F bodied Bedford OB, was operated by Walton-on-Thames Motor Co. Ltd. on a service from Walton (Bridge Street) to Walton Station which operated daily. It was their first post-war vehicle, being new in October 1947.
Photo taken Saturday 14 June 1958, Walton on Thames Station
188. LPU685
Eastern National 128, LPU685, seen at Braintree was a Duple C35F bodied Leyland PS1 which Westcliff had acquired in 1952 from City Coach Company to whom it had been new in 1947 carrying fleet number LS6. Control of Westcliff passed to Eastern National in 1952 as compensation for the loss of half its area with the transfer of the midland area services to United Counties. It was transferred to Eastern National in 1955 when the subsidiary companies were wound up.
Photo taken Saturday 6 December 1958, Braintree Bus Park
Eastern National 128, LPU685, seen at Braintree was a Duple C35F bodied Leyland PS1 which Westcliff had acquired in 1952 from City Coach Company to whom it had been new in 1947 carrying fleet number LS6. Control of Westcliff passed to Eastern National in 1952 as compensation for the loss of half its area with the transfer of the midland area services to United Counties. It was transferred to Eastern National in 1955 when the subsidiary companies were wound up.
Photo taken Saturday 6 December 1958, Braintree Bus Park
189. LRA907
Silver Service 14, LRA907, an AEC Regal III with Duple C33F body, new in 1947. Silver Service was the fleet name of J.H.Wooliscroft and Sons of Darley Dale, near Matlock who in the early 1960s were operating a small fleet of around 15 single deck buses and coaches.
Photo taken 1967
Silver Service 14, LRA907, an AEC Regal III with Duple C33F body, new in 1947. Silver Service was the fleet name of J.H.Wooliscroft and Sons of Darley Dale, near Matlock who in the early 1960s were operating a small fleet of around 15 single deck buses and coaches.
Photo taken 1967
190. LRA907
I'm still trying to find out the history of Silver Service 14. SCT61 has photos of it with Woolliscroft in 1969 (here). Then it disappears until 1976, when it is seen in the yard of Continental Pioneer Services, Richmond, Surrey, still in silver/blue colours.
Photo taken Sunday 26 June 1988, North Weald Rally
I'm still trying to find out the history of Silver Service 14. SCT61 has photos of it with Woolliscroft in 1969 (here). Then it disappears until 1976, when it is seen in the yard of Continental Pioneer Services, Richmond, Surrey, still in silver/blue colours.
Photo taken Sunday 26 June 1988, North Weald Rally
191. LWL998
South Midland 41, LWL998, was a Duple C35F bodied AEC O662 Regal new in 1947 seen on a service to Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Saturday 19 July 1958, London Victoria Coach Station
South Midland 41, LWL998, was a Duple C35F bodied AEC O662 Regal new in 1947 seen on a service to Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Saturday 19 July 1958, London Victoria Coach Station
192. NRE234
Reliance, Newbury ran this Bedford OB, registered NRE234, with a Duple C29F body which was number 29 in their fleet. New in 1947 it had arrived in January 1952 from Greatrex, Stafford 32 and is heading for Brightwalton in this view in Newbury.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
Reliance, Newbury ran this Bedford OB, registered NRE234, with a Duple C29F body which was number 29 in their fleet. New in 1947 it had arrived in January 1952 from Greatrex, Stafford 32 and is heading for Brightwalton in this view in Newbury.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
193. AEP551
Photographed here in Shrewsbury with Green (Worthen Motorways), Worthen, whilst displaying the incorrect registration AEP 51 (one of the 5s has fallen off), AEP551 was a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body which had been new to Mid-Wales Motorways in October 1948.
Photo taken early 1971, Barker Street Bus Station, Shrewsbury
Photographed here in Shrewsbury with Green (Worthen Motorways), Worthen, whilst displaying the incorrect registration AEP 51 (one of the 5s has fallen off), AEP551 was a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body which had been new to Mid-Wales Motorways in October 1948.
Photo taken early 1971, Barker Street Bus Station, Shrewsbury
194. CFV851
Bedford CFV851 seen at the Canvey Rally in 2006, a Bedford OB with Duple C29F body new in 1948.
Photo taken Sunday 8 October 2006, Canvey Rally
Bedford CFV851 seen at the Canvey Rally in 2006, a Bedford OB with Duple C29F body new in 1948.
Photo taken Sunday 8 October 2006, Canvey Rally
195. CHH740
CHH740, an Albion CX13 with Duple C33F body built in 1948, ex Blair and Palmer, Carlisle but pictured here with Ribbeck, Brodick.
Photo taken Lochranza, Isle of Arran
CHH740, an Albion CX13 with Duple C33F body built in 1948, ex Blair and Palmer, Carlisle but pictured here with Ribbeck, Brodick.
Photo taken Lochranza, Isle of Arran
196. DDP295
Salem Ali Abdo, Crater L3078 was a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body which had been new as DDP 295, new in February 1948 to Smith, Reading.
Photo taken c.1960/2, Aden
Salem Ali Abdo, Crater L3078 was a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body which had been new as DDP 295, new in February 1948 to Smith, Reading.
Photo taken c.1960/2, Aden
197. DHS550
DHS550, an Albion CX13 with a Duple C33F body was new to Paton, Renfrew as number 20 in March 1948 and is seen at the garage. It was withdrawn in 1965 and, perhaps by coincidence, in 1971 Paton bought a Ford R192 with a Willowbrook body registered DHS550J !
Photo taken Wednesday 19 June 1963, Paton Garage, Renfrew
DHS550, an Albion CX13 with a Duple C33F body was new to Paton, Renfrew as number 20 in March 1948 and is seen at the garage. It was withdrawn in 1965 and, perhaps by coincidence, in 1971 Paton bought a Ford R192 with a Willowbrook body registered DHS550J !
Photo taken Wednesday 19 June 1963, Paton Garage, Renfrew
198. EAV458
Alexander Northern Leyland Tiger PS1 with 35 seat Duple body NPA197, EAV458, was acquired in 1950 with the business of Sutherland of Peterhead. It dates from 1948.
Photo taken Sunday 14 September 2008, Meadowhall, Sheffield
Alexander Northern Leyland Tiger PS1 with 35 seat Duple body NPA197, EAV458, was acquired in 1950 with the business of Sutherland of Peterhead. It dates from 1948.
Photo taken Sunday 14 September 2008, Meadowhall, Sheffield
199. EAV458
Preserved Alexander Northern NPA197, EAV458, a Leyland Tiger PS1 with 35 seat Duple body new in 1948.
Photo taken Sunday 29 June 2014, Hertfordshire Showground, Redbourn
Preserved Alexander Northern NPA197, EAV458, a Leyland Tiger PS1 with 35 seat Duple body new in 1948.
Photo taken Sunday 29 June 2014, Hertfordshire Showground, Redbourn
200. EAV458
A rear view of EAV458, a Leyland Tiger PS1/1 with Duple A-Type C35F body, new in 1948 to Sutherland of Peterhead as their 117. Later passing to Alexander (Northern) it eventually found its way into the preserved collection of Maypole Coaches of Burscough.
Photo taken Sunday 3 August 1986, The Stray, Harrogate
A rear view of EAV458, a Leyland Tiger PS1/1 with Duple A-Type C35F body, new in 1948 to Sutherland of Peterhead as their 117. Later passing to Alexander (Northern) it eventually found its way into the preserved collection of Maypole Coaches of Burscough.
Photo taken Sunday 3 August 1986, The Stray, Harrogate
202. EJB649
South Midland 68, EJB649, was an A.E.C. 6821A Regal III with a Duple C35F body new in 1948 as Newbury & District 149 passing to South Midland in 1950.
Photo taken Wednesday 20 August 1958, Gloucester Green, Oxford
South Midland 68, EJB649, was an A.E.C. 6821A Regal III with a Duple C35F body new in 1948 as Newbury & District 149 passing to South Midland in 1950.
Photo taken Wednesday 20 August 1958, Gloucester Green, Oxford
203. ENR262
Photographed at their garage Bedford OB ENR262, with a Duple Vista C29F body had been acquired by Springett (t/a Jennings), Ashen in November 1956 from Beacon, St. Austell.
Photo taken Sunday 31 October 1965, Garage, Ashen, Essex
Photographed at their garage Bedford OB ENR262, with a Duple Vista C29F body had been acquired by Springett (t/a Jennings), Ashen in November 1956 from Beacon, St. Austell.
Photo taken Sunday 31 October 1965, Garage, Ashen, Essex
204. ENV250
ENV250, a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body, was number 18 in the fleet of York Bros., Northampton and was new in July 1948. Seen here at their garage it was withdrawn in September 1965.
Photo taken Sunday 14 March 1965, Garage, Northampton
ENV250, a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body, was number 18 in the fleet of York Bros., Northampton and was new in July 1948. Seen here at their garage it was withdrawn in September 1965.
Photo taken Sunday 14 March 1965, Garage, Northampton
205. ERX284
Reliance, Newbury 23, ERX284, was a Duple C29F bodied Bedford OB new in December 1948 seen in Newbury.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
Reliance, Newbury 23, ERX284, was a Duple C29F bodied Bedford OB new in December 1948 seen in Newbury.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
206. FDL154
FDL154 was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body new in 1948 to West Wight, Totland Bay, and was acquired by Wye Valley Motors, Hereford in May 1964.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
FDL154 was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body new in 1948 to West Wight, Totland Bay, and was acquired by Wye Valley Motors, Hereford in May 1964.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
207. FWW599
New in 1948 as number 649, West Yorkshire, Harrogate CP4, FWW599, seen in Castle Street, Leeds, was a Bedford OB with a Duple C26F body.
Photo taken Saturday 4 August 1956, Castle Street, Leeds
New in 1948 as number 649, West Yorkshire, Harrogate CP4, FWW599, seen in Castle Street, Leeds, was a Bedford OB with a Duple C26F body.
Photo taken Saturday 4 August 1956, Castle Street, Leeds
208. GDL137
Seaview Services GDL137, a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body, seen in Brighton on the H.C.V.C. Rally
Photo taken Sunday 2 May 1971, Madeira Drive, Brighton
Seaview Services GDL137, a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body, seen in Brighton on the H.C.V.C. Rally
Photo taken Sunday 2 May 1971, Madeira Drive, Brighton
209. GER422
Premier Travel, Cambridge 39, GER422, new in June 1948, was a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body and is seen here, engineless, although not being recorded as withdrawn until 1963 and then sold to Passenger Vehicle Sales (dealers), Ilford in March 1964.
Photo taken Sunday 12 August 1962, Chrishall Depot
Premier Travel, Cambridge 39, GER422, new in June 1948, was a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body and is seen here, engineless, although not being recorded as withdrawn until 1963 and then sold to Passenger Vehicle Sales (dealers), Ilford in March 1964.
Photo taken Sunday 12 August 1962, Chrishall Depot
210. GGA524
Scottish Omnibuses B46, GGA524, was an A.E.C. 6821A Regal III acquired from Lowland Motorways, Glasgow in January 1958. It had a Duple C35F body and had been new to Lowland in December 1948. It is seen here in Airdrie operating the Airdrie - Shettleston - Glasgow service according to the window stickers.
Photo taken Wednesday 29 July 1959, Airdrie
Scottish Omnibuses B46, GGA524, was an A.E.C. 6821A Regal III acquired from Lowland Motorways, Glasgow in January 1958. It had a Duple C35F body and had been new to Lowland in December 1948. It is seen here in Airdrie operating the Airdrie - Shettleston - Glasgow service according to the window stickers.
Photo taken Wednesday 29 July 1959, Airdrie
211. HD7995
Yorkshire Woollen District Leyland PS1 637, HD7995, with a 1948 Duple C33F body seen here on a Duple advertising card
Photo taken 1948
Yorkshire Woollen District Leyland PS1 637, HD7995, with a 1948 Duple C33F body seen here on a Duple advertising card
Photo taken 1948
212. HDD654
Here is a rare picture of iconic Black and White Motorways Limited Bristol L coach HDD654 new in 1948. Originally a Bristol L6G with Duple C30F body it was converted to C35F.
Photo taken Tuesday 17 July 2018, private site with no public access
Here is a rare picture of iconic Black and White Motorways Limited Bristol L coach HDD654 new in 1948. Originally a Bristol L6G with Duple C30F body it was converted to C35F.
Photo taken Tuesday 17 July 2018, private site with no public access
213. HHP755
HHP755 is an AEC Regal III demonstrator with Duple FC33F body and dates from 1948. It was badged as Maudslay and attended the 1948 Commercial Motor Show.
Photo taken Saturday 30 June 2018, Holt Station
HHP755 is an AEC Regal III demonstrator with Duple FC33F body and dates from 1948. It was badged as Maudslay and attended the 1948 Commercial Motor Show.
Photo taken Saturday 30 June 2018, Holt Station
214. J8520
J8520, Jersey Coach Tours SEVEN, was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body.
Photo taken Monday 6 June 1966, Esplanade, St Helier
J8520, Jersey Coach Tours SEVEN, was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body.
Photo taken Monday 6 June 1966, Esplanade, St Helier
215. JNN464
A rear view of Barton Transport, Chilwell 471, JNN464, a Leyland Titan PD1A with Duple L29/26F body, new in 1948.
Photo taken April 1973, Barton Depot, Chilwell, Notts.
A rear view of Barton Transport, Chilwell 471, JNN464, a Leyland Titan PD1A with Duple L29/26F body, new in 1948.
Photo taken April 1973, Barton Depot, Chilwell, Notts.
216. JNN97
South Notts 35, JNN97, a 1948 Leyland Tiger PS1/1 with Duple C35F bodywork, seen in the line of retired buses at Gotham depot in June 1979.
Photo taken Saturday 9 June 1979, South Notts Depot, Gotham
South Notts 35, JNN97, a 1948 Leyland Tiger PS1/1 with Duple C35F bodywork, seen in the line of retired buses at Gotham depot in June 1979.
Photo taken Saturday 9 June 1979, South Notts Depot, Gotham
217. JRR930
Barton 509, JRR930, a Leyland PD1A new in June 1948 with Duple L55F Body. Withdrawn 11/73 retained by Barton and preserved
Photo taken Sunday 6 August 2000, Ruddington Museum, Nottingham
Barton 509, JRR930, a Leyland PD1A new in June 1948 with Duple L55F Body. Withdrawn 11/73 retained by Barton and preserved
Photo taken Sunday 6 August 2000, Ruddington Museum, Nottingham
218. JRR932
Barton, Chilwell 464, JRR932, was a Leyland PD1 with a Duple L29/26F body new in 1948 and is seen outside the Barton garage in Huntingdon Street, Nottingham.
Photo taken Sunday 9 December 1962, Howard Street/Huntingdon Street, Nottingham
Barton, Chilwell 464, JRR932, was a Leyland PD1 with a Duple L29/26F body new in 1948 and is seen outside the Barton garage in Huntingdon Street, Nottingham.
Photo taken Sunday 9 December 1962, Howard Street/Huntingdon Street, Nottingham
219. JVO230
Preserved Barton 507, JVO230, a Leyland Titan PD1 from 1948 with Duple L28/27F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Harrogate
Preserved Barton 507, JVO230, a Leyland Titan PD1 from 1948 with Duple L28/27F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Harrogate
220. JVO230
Barton's JVO230, a 1948 Leyland PD1 with Duple body and KNN254, a 1949 Leyland PD1 with similar Duple body. Both still looking good after 66 & 65 years respectively
Photo taken Sunday 12 October 2014, Nottingham Area Transport Museum, Ruddington
Barton's JVO230, a 1948 Leyland PD1 with Duple body and KNN254, a 1949 Leyland PD1 with similar Duple body. Both still looking good after 66 & 65 years respectively
Photo taken Sunday 12 October 2014, Nottingham Area Transport Museum, Ruddington
221. JVO231
Barton, Chilwell 469, JVO231, seen in Huntingdon Street Bus Station in Nottingham, was a Leyland PD1A with a Duple L29/26F body, which had been new in July 1948.
Photo taken Sunday 28 April 1968, Huntingdon Street Bus Station, Nottingham
Barton, Chilwell 469, JVO231, seen in Huntingdon Street Bus Station in Nottingham, was a Leyland PD1A with a Duple L29/26F body, which had been new in July 1948.
Photo taken Sunday 28 April 1968, Huntingdon Street Bus Station, Nottingham
222. JWJ75
Another Claribel (Lees) motor from Birmingham, JWJ75, a Dennis Lancet 3, but I have differing body info.
Photo taken Lichfield Road, Aston
Another Claribel (Lees) motor from Birmingham, JWJ75, a Dennis Lancet 3, but I have differing body info.
Photo taken Lichfield Road, Aston
223. JXT391
JXT391 was a Maudslay Marathon III new in August 1948 to Duval, Surbiton, number 39, with a Whitson C33F body. In 1956 it was rebodied with this Duple FC35F body as seen at Ascot. It passed to Bengry, Leominster in May 1964 and to Smith (dealer), Overbridge and was scrapped in May 1967.
Photo taken Saturday 23 June 1962, Ascot
JXT391 was a Maudslay Marathon III new in August 1948 to Duval, Surbiton, number 39, with a Whitson C33F body. In 1956 it was rebodied with this Duple FC35F body as seen at Ascot. It passed to Bengry, Leominster in May 1964 and to Smith (dealer), Overbridge and was scrapped in May 1967.
Photo taken Saturday 23 June 1962, Ascot
224. JXT483
Carruthers, New Abbey 3, JXT483, was a newly acquired Duple B27F bodied Bedford OB seen in Dumfries. It had been new to the Metropolitan Police in 1948 and was recorded as passing to Carruthers in June 1962.
Photo taken Tuesday 5 June 1962, Whitesands, Dumfries
Carruthers, New Abbey 3, JXT483, was a newly acquired Duple B27F bodied Bedford OB seen in Dumfries. It had been new to the Metropolitan Police in 1948 and was recorded as passing to Carruthers in June 1962.
Photo taken Tuesday 5 June 1962, Whitesands, Dumfries
225. KBP749
Mitchell, Warnham KBP749 was a Duple C29F bodied Bedford OB new in December 1948 which is seen at Horsham Carfax on one of Mitchell's three services.
Photo taken Saturday 7 February 1959, Horsham Carfax
Mitchell, Warnham KBP749 was a Duple C29F bodied Bedford OB new in December 1948 which is seen at Horsham Carfax on one of Mitchell's three services.
Photo taken Saturday 7 February 1959, Horsham Carfax
226. KCV688
To compliment my earlier postings of 60's shots of independents (Claribel Birmingham), I include some pictures taken around that time (61-62) of Cornwall independents. This Duple bodied Bedford OB, KCV688, was owned Roseland Motors, Veryan (Morse) and built in 1948.
Photo taken c.1961/2, Roseland Garage, Veryan
To compliment my earlier postings of 60's shots of independents (Claribel Birmingham), I include some pictures taken around that time (61-62) of Cornwall independents. This Duple bodied Bedford OB, KCV688, was owned Roseland Motors, Veryan (Morse) and built in 1948.
Photo taken c.1961/2, Roseland Garage, Veryan
227. KHA301
Preserved ex-Midland Red 3301, KHA301, a BMMO C1 with Duple centre entrance coach body, new in 1948.
Photo taken Sunday 26 September 2004, Duxford
Preserved ex-Midland Red 3301, KHA301, a BMMO C1 with Duple centre entrance coach body, new in 1948.
Photo taken Sunday 26 September 2004, Duxford
228. KHA301
Preserved Midland Red 3301, KHA301, a B.M.M.O. C1 with a Duple C30C body, seen climbing New Bank on its way out of Halifax, heading for Harrogate on the Trans-Pennine Rally.
Photo taken Sunday 6 August 1972, New Bank, Halifax
Preserved Midland Red 3301, KHA301, a B.M.M.O. C1 with a Duple C30C body, seen climbing New Bank on its way out of Halifax, heading for Harrogate on the Trans-Pennine Rally.
Photo taken Sunday 6 August 1972, New Bank, Halifax
229. KHA301
Three views of Midland Red 3301, KHA301, a BMMO C1 with Duple centre entrance coach body, new in 1948.
Photo taken May 1998, Toddington
Three views of Midland Red 3301, KHA301, a BMMO C1 with Duple centre entrance coach body, new in 1948.
Photo taken May 1998, Toddington
230. KHA301
BMMO C1 KHA301 has been off the road since the beginning of 2013. So I thought you would like an update. The interior is pretty much complete, other than the cab area requiring attention.
Photo taken Wednesday 26 August 2020, private site near Coventry
BMMO C1 KHA301 has been off the road since the beginning of 2013. So I thought you would like an update. The interior is pretty much complete, other than the cab area requiring attention.
Photo taken Wednesday 26 August 2020, private site near Coventry
231. KHA311
A rear view of preserved Midland Red C1 coach KHA311, new in 1948 with a Duple C30C body and withdrawn in April 1962 to be used as a training bus.
Photo taken Tamworth Garage Open Day
A rear view of preserved Midland Red C1 coach KHA311, new in 1948 with a Duple C30C body and withdrawn in April 1962 to be used as a training bus.
Photo taken Tamworth Garage Open Day
232. KHU129
KHU129, acquired by Wye Valley Motors, Hereford, in March 1958, from Wessex, Bristol, was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body new in 1948.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
KHU129, acquired by Wye Valley Motors, Hereford, in March 1958, from Wessex, Bristol, was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body new in 1948.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
233. KHW578
KHW578, acquired by Wye Valley Motors, Hereford in March 1958 from Wessex, Bristol, was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body, and had been new in 1948.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
KHW578, acquired by Wye Valley Motors, Hereford in March 1958 from Wessex, Bristol, was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body, and had been new in 1948.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
234. KYB576
Wake, Sparkford KYB576 was a Dennis J3 Lancet with a Duple C35F body new in December 1948, and was seen at their garage.
Photo taken Sunday 28 April 1963, Wake's Sparkford Garage
Wake, Sparkford KYB576 was a Dennis J3 Lancet with a Duple C35F body new in December 1948, and was seen at their garage.
Photo taken Sunday 28 April 1963, Wake's Sparkford Garage
235. LHA221
New in 1948 to Gliderways, Smethwick with a Harrington C33F body, LHA221 was a Leyland PS1/1 Tiger which had been rebodied with a Duple FC33F body and is seen with Purple, Bethesda.
Photo taken 1972
New in 1948 to Gliderways, Smethwick with a Harrington C33F body, LHA221 was a Leyland PS1/1 Tiger which had been rebodied with a Duple FC33F body and is seen with Purple, Bethesda.
Photo taken 1972
236. MJO665
South Midland 55, MJO665, was an AEC O682 Regal III with a Duple C35F body new in 1948.
Photo taken Saturday 21 June 1958, rear of Course Road Depot, Ascot
South Midland 55, MJO665, was an AEC O682 Regal III with a Duple C35F body new in 1948.
Photo taken Saturday 21 June 1958, rear of Course Road Depot, Ascot
237. MPE59
MPE59 of Brady, Forest Green was a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body new to him in June 1948 and is seen here in the Farnham Road Bus Station in Guildford operating his service to Forest Green. Brady, who had started in 1924 with a Ford model T with a 14 seat bus body, traded as Brown Motor Services.
Photo taken Monday 31 August 1959, Farnham Road Bus Station, Guildford
MPE59 of Brady, Forest Green was a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body new to him in June 1948 and is seen here in the Farnham Road Bus Station in Guildford operating his service to Forest Green. Brady, who had started in 1924 with a Ford model T with a 14 seat bus body, traded as Brown Motor Services.
Photo taken Monday 31 August 1959, Farnham Road Bus Station, Guildford
238. MPG750
Walton-on-Thames Motor Co. MPG750, a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body.
Photo taken Saturday 20 April 1963, Walton on Thames Station
Walton-on-Thames Motor Co. MPG750, a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body.
Photo taken Saturday 20 April 1963, Walton on Thames Station
239. BGV845
New to Norfolk, Nayland in August 1949, BGV845 was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body seen at Egerton Road, Twickenham.
Photo taken Saturday 16 March 1963, Egerton Road, London Twickenham
New to Norfolk, Nayland in August 1949, BGV845 was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body seen at Egerton Road, Twickenham.
Photo taken Saturday 16 March 1963, Egerton Road, London Twickenham
240. DFR987
Canham, Whittlesey DFR987 was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body new in 1949 and was acquired in July 1962 from Dew, Somersham.
Photo taken Sunday 20 September 1964, Scaldgate, Whittlesey
Canham, Whittlesey DFR987 was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body new in 1949 and was acquired in July 1962 from Dew, Somersham.
Photo taken Sunday 20 September 1964, Scaldgate, Whittlesey
241. EDP95
Smith, Reading EDP95 seen outside Reading Station was a Duple C29F bodied Bedford OB.
Photo taken Saturday 31 August 1963, Reading Station
Smith, Reading EDP95 seen outside Reading Station was a Duple C29F bodied Bedford OB.
Photo taken Saturday 31 August 1963, Reading Station
242. EF8879
EF8879 seen in Bridge Street car park, Leeds was a Crossley SD42/7 with a Duple C33F body. New to Bee Line, West Hartlepool in 1949 it had passed to Roberts, Wingate, with whom it is seen here, in October 1956, and then to Crake, Darlington in July 1958.
Photo taken Monday 22 April 1957, Bridge Street Car Park, Leeds
EF8879 seen in Bridge Street car park, Leeds was a Crossley SD42/7 with a Duple C33F body. New to Bee Line, West Hartlepool in 1949 it had passed to Roberts, Wingate, with whom it is seen here, in October 1956, and then to Crake, Darlington in July 1958.
Photo taken Monday 22 April 1957, Bridge Street Car Park, Leeds
243. EVH84
Hanson 290, EVH84, an AEC Regal III with Duple B35F body, only a year or two old when this photo was taken.
Photo taken Monday 7 May 1951, Huddersfield
Hanson 290, EVH84, an AEC Regal III with Duple B35F body, only a year or two old when this photo was taken.
Photo taken Monday 7 May 1951, Huddersfield
244. FAJ851
Ryedale Motors FAJ851, a Duple-bodied Bedford OB built in 1949.
Photo taken 1959, Hartoft End, Rosedale, North Yorkshire
Ryedale Motors FAJ851, a Duple-bodied Bedford OB built in 1949.
Photo taken 1959, Hartoft End, Rosedale, North Yorkshire
245. FAW523
Rochester & Marshall, Great Whittington, FAW523, a Bedford OB built in 1949 with Duple B30F bodywork. It had been new to Shropshire County Council.
Photo taken mid 1960s?, Priestpopple, Hexham
Rochester & Marshall, Great Whittington, FAW523, a Bedford OB built in 1949 with Duple B30F bodywork. It had been new to Shropshire County Council.
Photo taken mid 1960s?, Priestpopple, Hexham
246. FAW532
Acquired by Safeguard, Guildford in November 1952, FAW532 had been new in 1949 to Salopia Saloon Coaches, Whitchurch. The Duple C29F bodied Bedford OB is seen in Onslow Street Bus Station, Guildford operating to that well known place 'Relief'.
Photo taken Saturday 14 June 1958, Onslow Street Bus Station, Guildford
Acquired by Safeguard, Guildford in November 1952, FAW532 had been new in 1949 to Salopia Saloon Coaches, Whitchurch. The Duple C29F bodied Bedford OB is seen in Onslow Street Bus Station, Guildford operating to that well known place 'Relief'.
Photo taken Saturday 14 June 1958, Onslow Street Bus Station, Guildford
247. FUJ564
FUJ564, seen after its withdrawal in July 1965, was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body, which had been new to Vagg, Knockin Heath in November 1949.
Photo taken Friday 16 June 1967
FUJ564, seen after its withdrawal in July 1965, was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body, which had been new to Vagg, Knockin Heath in November 1949.
Photo taken Friday 16 June 1967
248. GSF644
Eastern Scottish BB61, GSF644, was an AEC Regent III with a Duple L27/26R body dating from 1949. It dates from a period when Duple embellished their double-deckers with beading to make them look coach-like, other examples being the Barton Leylands and Red & White Guys.
Photo taken 1965, St. Andrew Square Bus Station, Edinburgh
Eastern Scottish BB61, GSF644, was an AEC Regent III with a Duple L27/26R body dating from 1949. It dates from a period when Duple embellished their double-deckers with beading to make them look coach-like, other examples being the Barton Leylands and Red & White Guys.
Photo taken 1965, St. Andrew Square Bus Station, Edinburgh
249. GSF660
Scottish Omnibuses BB77, GSF660, an A.E.C. 9612E Regent III with a Duple L27/26R body was one of twenty new in 1949.
Photo taken Thursday 23 July 1959, Edinburgh Bus Station
Scottish Omnibuses BB77, GSF660, an A.E.C. 9612E Regent III with a Duple L27/26R body was one of twenty new in 1949.
Photo taken Thursday 23 July 1959, Edinburgh Bus Station
250. GSF663
Scottish Omnibuses BB80, GSF663, was the last of a batch of twenty AEC Regent IIIs with Duple L27/26R bodies, new in 1949.
Photo taken Tuesday 27 July 1965, Bathgate
Scottish Omnibuses BB80, GSF663, was the last of a batch of twenty AEC Regent IIIs with Duple L27/26R bodies, new in 1949.
Photo taken Tuesday 27 July 1965, Bathgate
251. GUS933
GUS933 was a Maudslay Marathon III new as MacBrayne 143 with a Park Royal C27FM body in 1949. It was rebodied with a Duple FC35F body in 1959 and is seen here shortly afterwards at Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness.
Photo taken Saturday 25 July 1959, Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness
GUS933 was a Maudslay Marathon III new as MacBrayne 143 with a Park Royal C27FM body in 1949. It was rebodied with a Duple FC35F body in 1959 and is seen here shortly afterwards at Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness.
Photo taken Saturday 25 July 1959, Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness
252. HAA874
Taylor, Sutton Scotney, HAA874, a Bedford OB with Duple coach body. What more needs to be said?
Photo taken Sunday 6 May 1979, Itchen Bridge, Southampton
Taylor, Sutton Scotney, HAA874, a Bedford OB with Duple coach body. What more needs to be said?
Photo taken Sunday 6 May 1979, Itchen Bridge, Southampton
253. HBM795
Costins of Dunstable AEC Regal HBM795 seen in St Albans on Cup Final Day. It had a Duple C35F body, new to Costin in August 1949.
Photo taken Saturday 2 May 1959, Lattimore Road, St Albans
Costins of Dunstable AEC Regal HBM795 seen in St Albans on Cup Final Day. It had a Duple C35F body, new to Costin in August 1949.
Photo taken Saturday 2 May 1959, Lattimore Road, St Albans
254. HOD55
HOD55, a 1949 Bedford OB with Duple C29F body, new to Western National now with Bill Holder Coastal Coaches of Lytham, a sensational vehicle back on the road after another amazing restoration by Cyril Kenzie and his team.
Photo taken Monday 28 August 2017, Lytham Hall, Lytham
HOD55, a 1949 Bedford OB with Duple C29F body, new to Western National now with Bill Holder Coastal Coaches of Lytham, a sensational vehicle back on the road after another amazing restoration by Cyril Kenzie and his team.
Photo taken Monday 28 August 2017, Lytham Hall, Lytham
255. HOD75
Mervyns Coaches HOD75, a Bedford OB / Duple Vista from 1949.
Photo taken Friday 1 January 2010, The Broadway, Winchester
Mervyns Coaches HOD75, a Bedford OB / Duple Vista from 1949.
Photo taken Friday 1 January 2010, The Broadway, Winchester
256. HOD79
Western National 1400, HOD79, was a Bedford OB with Duple C29F body new in 1949.
Photo taken Sunday 15 June 1958, rear of Hyde Park Road Southdown Garage, Portsmouth
Western National 1400, HOD79, was a Bedford OB with Duple C29F body new in 1949.
Photo taken Sunday 15 June 1958, rear of Hyde Park Road Southdown Garage, Portsmouth
257. HUF951
Southdown 1351, HUF951, was a Leyland PS1 with a Duple C32R body, the last of forty new in 1948/9. It had been rebuilt to FC32R in 1955 by Beadle.
Photo taken Wednesday 3 June 1959, London Victoria Coach Station
Southdown 1351, HUF951, was a Leyland PS1 with a Duple C32R body, the last of forty new in 1948/9. It had been rebuilt to FC32R in 1955 by Beadle.
Photo taken Wednesday 3 June 1959, London Victoria Coach Station
258. HWO348
Red & White L1049/2149, HWO333 and HWO348, both Guy Arab IIIs with Duple L27/26RD bodies, built in 1949.
Photo taken 1967, Abergavenny Bus Station
Red & White L1049/2149, HWO333 and HWO348, both Guy Arab IIIs with Duple L27/26RD bodies, built in 1949.
Photo taken 1967, Abergavenny Bus Station
259. HWW642
HWW642 was the Duple 'Vista' C29F bodied Bedford OB owned by Reed of Maidenhead, seen taking part in the driving tests for the Brighton Coach Rally in April 1974
Photo taken Saturday 20 April 1974, Madeira Drive, Brighton
HWW642 was the Duple 'Vista' C29F bodied Bedford OB owned by Reed of Maidenhead, seen taking part in the driving tests for the Brighton Coach Rally in April 1974
Photo taken Saturday 20 April 1974, Madeira Drive, Brighton
260. HWW767
Burrows 61, HWW767, new in 1949 was a Maudslay Marathon III with Duple C33F body and is seen in Castle Street, Leeds having worked a coastal service on hire to West Yorkshire.
Photo taken Wednesday 24 April 1957, Castle Street, Leeds
Burrows 61, HWW767, new in 1949 was a Maudslay Marathon III with Duple C33F body and is seen in Castle Street, Leeds having worked a coastal service on hire to West Yorkshire.
Photo taken Wednesday 24 April 1957, Castle Street, Leeds
261. JFJ939
Seen at the Clacton Transport Fair and Running Day on Sunday 2nd June is Bedford OB/Duple JFJ939 which has been converted into a caravan. It was new to Greenslades in May 1949
Photo taken Sunday 2 June 2013, Clacton Shopping Village
Seen at the Clacton Transport Fair and Running Day on Sunday 2nd June is Bedford OB/Duple JFJ939 which has been converted into a caravan. It was new to Greenslades in May 1949
Photo taken Sunday 2 June 2013, Clacton Shopping Village
262. JTG280
Silver Service, Darley Dale, JTG280, a Bedford OB with Duple Vista C29F body, originally new to L. H. Starkey, Ton Pentre in 1949.
Photo taken 1967, Silver Service's Garage, Darley Dale, Derbyshire
Silver Service, Darley Dale, JTG280, a Bedford OB with Duple Vista C29F body, originally new to L. H. Starkey, Ton Pentre in 1949.
Photo taken 1967, Silver Service's Garage, Darley Dale, Derbyshire
263. JVF447
New in 1949 to Colin Pegg, Caston, Norfolk, KVF447 came to Theobald's in 1959. The setting is the sleepy picturesque village of Hartest where there was a small garage, possibly acquired from Cook's in the 1930s.
Photo taken Saturday 5 June 1965, Hartest
New in 1949 to Colin Pegg, Caston, Norfolk, KVF447 came to Theobald's in 1959. The setting is the sleepy picturesque village of Hartest where there was a small garage, possibly acquired from Cook's in the 1930s.
Photo taken Saturday 5 June 1965, Hartest
265. JXW858
Seen at Edwards' garage in Maenclochog, in a rear view, are JXW858 and JXX487, Bedford OBs with Duple B30F bodies which were acquired in June 1963 and December 1962, respectively, from the Ministry of Supply, both having been new in 1950.
Photo taken Tuesday 3 August 1971, Maenclochog, Pembrokeshire
Seen at Edwards' garage in Maenclochog, in a rear view, are JXW858 and JXX487, Bedford OBs with Duple B30F bodies which were acquired in June 1963 and December 1962, respectively, from the Ministry of Supply, both having been new in 1950.
Photo taken Tuesday 3 August 1971, Maenclochog, Pembrokeshire
266. JXW872
Three views of Edwards, Maenclochog JXW872, was a Bedford OB with a Duple B30F body which had been acquired in June 1964, from the Ministry of Supply, having been new in 1949 and was seen adjacent to Edwards' premises.
Photo taken Tuesday 3 August 1971, Maenclochog, Pembrokeshire
Three views of Edwards, Maenclochog JXW872, was a Bedford OB with a Duple B30F body which had been acquired in June 1964, from the Ministry of Supply, having been new in 1949 and was seen adjacent to Edwards' premises.
Photo taken Tuesday 3 August 1971, Maenclochog, Pembrokeshire
267. JXX487
Seen at Edwards' garage in Maenclochog, in a rear view, are JXW858 and JXX487, Bedford OBs with Duple B30F bodies which were acquired in June 1963 and December 1962, respectively, from the Ministry of Supply, both having been new in 1950.
Photo taken Tuesday 3 August 1971, Maenclochog, Pembrokeshire
Seen at Edwards' garage in Maenclochog, in a rear view, are JXW858 and JXX487, Bedford OBs with Duple B30F bodies which were acquired in June 1963 and December 1962, respectively, from the Ministry of Supply, both having been new in 1950.
Photo taken Tuesday 3 August 1971, Maenclochog, Pembrokeshire
268. KAL683
Barton 532, KAL683, seen in the yard at Chilwell, was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body new in March 1949.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1959, Chilwell
Barton 532, KAL683, seen in the yard at Chilwell, was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body new in March 1949.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1959, Chilwell
269. KGN433
KGN433 is a B29F Duple Mark 1V bodied Bedford OB that was new to the Metropolitan Police at New Scotland Yard in 5/49.
Photo taken Sunday 11 October 2009, Bolton Abbey Railway Station
KGN433 is a B29F Duple Mark 1V bodied Bedford OB that was new to the Metropolitan Police at New Scotland Yard in 5/49.
Photo taken Sunday 11 October 2009, Bolton Abbey Railway Station
270. KGW38
Duple FC35F bodywork was used in 1956 to rebody KGW38, a Maudslay Marathon III which was number 85 in the Royal Arsenal Co-operative Society, London S.E.18 fleet seen at Wembley Stadium. When new in May 1949 it had a Whitson C33F body.
Photo taken Saturday 12 May 1962, Wembley Stadium
Duple FC35F bodywork was used in 1956 to rebody KGW38, a Maudslay Marathon III which was number 85 in the Royal Arsenal Co-operative Society, London S.E.18 fleet seen at Wembley Stadium. When new in May 1949 it had a Whitson C33F body.
Photo taken Saturday 12 May 1962, Wembley Stadium
271. KGW38
KGW38 was a Maudslay Marathon III new to Royal Arsenal Cooperative Society, London S.E.18 as number 85 in 1949 with a Whitson C33F body. It was rebodied with a Duple Vega FC35F body in 1956.
Photo taken Saturday 25 August 1962, Nutley, Sussex
KGW38 was a Maudslay Marathon III new to Royal Arsenal Cooperative Society, London S.E.18 as number 85 in 1949 with a Whitson C33F body. It was rebodied with a Duple Vega FC35F body in 1956.
Photo taken Saturday 25 August 1962, Nutley, Sussex
272. KHA313
Midland Red 3313, KHA313, a 1949 BMMO C1 with Duple 30 seat coach body.
Photo taken Monday 3 August 1959, Eastern National Coach Park, Clacton
Midland Red 3313, KHA313, a 1949 BMMO C1 with Duple 30 seat coach body.
Photo taken Monday 3 August 1959, Eastern National Coach Park, Clacton
273. KHA319
Birmingham & Midland Motor Omnibus 3319, KHA319, was a BMMO C1 with a Duple C30C body new in 1949 and is seen at Ascot.
Photo taken Saturday 21 June 1958, Ascot
Birmingham & Midland Motor Omnibus 3319, KHA319, was a BMMO C1 with a Duple C30C body new in 1949 and is seen at Ascot.
Photo taken Saturday 21 June 1958, Ascot
275. KKN752
KKN752, Duple Vista bodied Bedford OB with Moody's Northfleet
Photo taken 1968, Rose Street, Northfleet Kent
KKN752, Duple Vista bodied Bedford OB with Moody's Northfleet
Photo taken 1968, Rose Street, Northfleet Kent
276. KNN254
Barton 580, KNN254, was a Leyland PD1A with a superbly "Bartonesque" Duple L55F body of 1949.
Photo taken c. 1967/8, Mount Street, Nottingham
Barton 580, KNN254, was a Leyland PD1A with a superbly "Bartonesque" Duple L55F body of 1949.
Photo taken c. 1967/8, Mount Street, Nottingham
277. KNN254
Barton 580, KNN254, was one of their magnificent Duple-bodied Leyland PD1As dating from 1949, which was fortunately saved for preservation.
Photo taken circa 1975, Sandtoft Trolleybus Museum
Barton 580, KNN254, was one of their magnificent Duple-bodied Leyland PD1As dating from 1949, which was fortunately saved for preservation.
Photo taken circa 1975, Sandtoft Trolleybus Museum
278. KNN254
Barton 580, KNN254, one of their famous front entrance Duple bodied Leyland Titan PD1s at a wet Trans-Pennine rally in the days before it was held on the stray
Photo taken Sunday 6 August 1972
Barton 580, KNN254, one of their famous front entrance Duple bodied Leyland Titan PD1s at a wet Trans-Pennine rally in the days before it was held on the stray
Photo taken Sunday 6 August 1972
279. KNN254
Barton 580, KNN254, a Leyland PD1A with Duple body, standing beside period lampost and fuel pumps, about to depart for Edlington near Horncastle Lincolnshire.
Photo taken Sunday 16 July 2017, Transport Running Day, Ruddington Notts
Barton 580, KNN254, a Leyland PD1A with Duple body, standing beside period lampost and fuel pumps, about to depart for Edlington near Horncastle Lincolnshire.
Photo taken Sunday 16 July 2017, Transport Running Day, Ruddington Notts
280. KTB502
Burrows 67, KTB502, was one of two Maudslay Marathon IIIs with Duple C33F bodies, new to Robinson, Great Harwood in March 1949, and acquired by Burrows in November 1949. It is seen here outside the West Yorkshire Coach Station on Wellington Street, Leeds.
Photo taken Saturday 23 August 1958, Wellington Street, Leeds
Burrows 67, KTB502, was one of two Maudslay Marathon IIIs with Duple C33F bodies, new to Robinson, Great Harwood in March 1949, and acquired by Burrows in November 1949. It is seen here outside the West Yorkshire Coach Station on Wellington Street, Leeds.
Photo taken Saturday 23 August 1958, Wellington Street, Leeds
281. LCV404
This Bedford OB / Duple was owned by Harper & Kellow, St Agnes. LCV404 had 29 seats and was bought new by them in 4/49 lasting until 2/67. It is seen at Truro having arrived from St Agnes.
Photo taken c.1961/2, Truro
This Bedford OB / Duple was owned by Harper & Kellow, St Agnes. LCV404 had 29 seats and was bought new by them in 4/49 lasting until 2/67. It is seen at Truro having arrived from St Agnes.
Photo taken c.1961/2, Truro
282. LHY918
LHY918, a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body, had been new in 1949 to Wessex, Bristol, and was acquired by Wye Valley Motors, Hereford in March 1958.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
LHY918, a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body, had been new in 1949 to Wessex, Bristol, and was acquired by Wye Valley Motors, Hereford in March 1958.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
283. LJH665
LJH665 is a Dennis Lancet J3 with Duple C25F body dating from 1949 and fully restored in 2007. Part of Quantock Motors fleet it has been offered for sale over the last few years as Stephen Morris downsizes his collection of half cab vehicles. Seen during the 2010 Quantock Motors running weekend
Photo taken Friday 30 April 2010, Bishop's Lydeard, entering Quantock Motor Services site
LJH665 is a Dennis Lancet J3 with Duple C25F body dating from 1949 and fully restored in 2007. Part of Quantock Motors fleet it has been offered for sale over the last few years as Stephen Morris downsizes his collection of half cab vehicles. Seen during the 2010 Quantock Motors running weekend
Photo taken Friday 30 April 2010, Bishop's Lydeard, entering Quantock Motor Services site
284. LRL660
LRL660, a Bedford OB with Duple Vista C29F body, chassis no 110509 and body no 52473, new to Willis, Bodmin in July 1949.
Photo taken Sunday 21 June 1998, Crowthorne Road Research Centre
LRL660, a Bedford OB with Duple Vista C29F body, chassis no 110509 and body no 52473, new to Willis, Bodmin in July 1949.
Photo taken Sunday 21 June 1998, Crowthorne Road Research Centre
285. LTA269
Grey Cars was the coaching arm of Devon General until the advent of the NBC consigned them to the history books. LTA269, a 1949 AEC Regal III 9621A with Duple 33 seat bodywork, carries the Grey Cars livery but was actually new to another Devon General coaching subsiduary Greenslades of Exeter.
Photo taken Sunday 2 August 2009, Harrogate
Grey Cars was the coaching arm of Devon General until the advent of the NBC consigned them to the history books. LTA269, a 1949 AEC Regal III 9621A with Duple 33 seat bodywork, carries the Grey Cars livery but was actually new to another Devon General coaching subsiduary Greenslades of Exeter.
Photo taken Sunday 2 August 2009, Harrogate
286. LTA750
Royal Blue 1411, LTA750, a classic Duple bodied Bedford OB dating from 1949.
Photo taken Sunday 13 June 2010, Chatsworth
Royal Blue 1411, LTA750, a classic Duple bodied Bedford OB dating from 1949.
Photo taken Sunday 13 June 2010, Chatsworth
287. LTA906
LTA906 is a Southern National Bedford OB, fleet number 1430, of 1949.
Photo taken Sunday 22 September 2013, Kingsbridge
LTA906 is a Southern National Bedford OB, fleet number 1430, of 1949.
Photo taken Sunday 22 September 2013, Kingsbridge
288. LTA908
Former Royal Blue 1432, LTA908, with a new owner at Exeter Bus Station in about 1971, a Bedford OB / Duple C27F of 1949; BBF8 of 1961 says that Western/Southern National had 59 OB's at that time.
Photo taken 1971, Exeter Bus Station
Former Royal Blue 1432, LTA908, with a new owner at Exeter Bus Station in about 1971, a Bedford OB / Duple C27F of 1949; BBF8 of 1961 says that Western/Southern National had 59 OB's at that time.
Photo taken 1971, Exeter Bus Station
289. LTA909
Southern National 1433, LTA909, a Duple Vista C29F bodied Bedford OB new in 1949 seen in Royal Blue livery loads for Swanage at Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Saturday 10 September 1960, London Victoria Coach Station
Southern National 1433, LTA909, a Duple Vista C29F bodied Bedford OB new in 1949 seen in Royal Blue livery loads for Swanage at Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Saturday 10 September 1960, London Victoria Coach Station
290. LTA909
Southern National 1433, LTA909, a Duple C29F bodied Bedford OB, new in 1949, at Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Saturday 19 July 1958, London Victoria Coach Station
Southern National 1433, LTA909, a Duple C29F bodied Bedford OB, new in 1949, at Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Saturday 19 July 1958, London Victoria Coach Station
291. LYB941
Ostentatious Occasions LYB941, a Bedford OB built in 1949 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork making a cautious arrival to Stockton High Street at the start of a Tyne - Tees Run.
Photo taken early-mid 1980s, Stockton High Street
Ostentatious Occasions LYB941, a Bedford OB built in 1949 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork making a cautious arrival to Stockton High Street at the start of a Tyne - Tees Run.
Photo taken early-mid 1980s, Stockton High Street
292. LYC731
Express Motors of Bontnewydd Caernarfon operate this Bedford OB with Duple bodywork. LYC731 dates from 1949 and was new to Blagdon Lioness of Blagdon.
Photo taken Sunday 19 June 2011, Rowsley
Express Motors of Bontnewydd Caernarfon operate this Bedford OB with Duple bodywork. LYC731 dates from 1949 and was new to Blagdon Lioness of Blagdon.
Photo taken Sunday 19 June 2011, Rowsley
293. MHU49
Newly restored Bedford MHU49 seen at the BVBG/Avon Valley Railway Brislington rally/running day. It was Bristol Tramways’ first new post war Bedford, and their first new OB, taking the fleet number 207.
Photo taken Sunday 12 August 2012, Brislington
Newly restored Bedford MHU49 seen at the BVBG/Avon Valley Railway Brislington rally/running day. It was Bristol Tramways’ first new post war Bedford, and their first new OB, taking the fleet number 207.
Photo taken Sunday 12 August 2012, Brislington
294. MHU49
Mid-Wales Motorways MHU49, acquired in February 1959 from the Bristol Omnibus Company, was a Bedford OB with a Duple B30F body and is seen in Welshpool alongside a Crosville Bristol/ECW.
Photo taken early 1971, Welshpool
Mid-Wales Motorways MHU49, acquired in February 1959 from the Bristol Omnibus Company, was a Bedford OB with a Duple B30F body and is seen in Welshpool alongside a Crosville Bristol/ECW.
Photo taken early 1971, Welshpool
295. MHU50
Whiteway of Waunfawr MHU50 was the former Bristol Tramways Bedford OB 228 with Duple B30F body which served Whiteway from 1957 to 1973. It was out of use in this photograph although had only been withdrawn fairly recently.
Photo taken 1974, Waunfawr
Whiteway of Waunfawr MHU50 was the former Bristol Tramways Bedford OB 228 with Duple B30F body which served Whiteway from 1957 to 1973. It was out of use in this photograph although had only been withdrawn fairly recently.
Photo taken 1974, Waunfawr
296. MKX427
Pond, Nazeing MKX427 had been new to Payne, Buckingham in October 1949 and was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body. It had passed to Pond in December 1963.
Photo taken Sunday 31 October 1965, Pond's Garage, Epping Green
Pond, Nazeing MKX427 had been new to Payne, Buckingham in October 1949 and was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body. It had passed to Pond in December 1963.
Photo taken Sunday 31 October 1965, Pond's Garage, Epping Green
297. NPJ349
This Duple Vista C29F bodied Bedford OB was new in 1949 to Cooke, Stoughton and was acquired by Yellow Bus Services in 1952. NPJ349 is seen in Onslow Street Bus Station, Guildford.
Photo taken Saturday 14 June 1958, Onslow Street Bus Station, Guildford
This Duple Vista C29F bodied Bedford OB was new in 1949 to Cooke, Stoughton and was acquired by Yellow Bus Services in 1952. NPJ349 is seen in Onslow Street Bus Station, Guildford.
Photo taken Saturday 14 June 1958, Onslow Street Bus Station, Guildford
298. NPJ349
A nearside shot of NPJ349 a Duple Vista C29F bodied Bedford OB new in 1949 to Cooke, Stoughton and acquired by Yellow Bus Services in 1952 and seen in Guildford.
Photo taken Saturday 14 June 1958, Farnham Road, Guildford
A nearside shot of NPJ349 a Duple Vista C29F bodied Bedford OB new in 1949 to Cooke, Stoughton and acquired by Yellow Bus Services in 1952 and seen in Guildford.
Photo taken Saturday 14 June 1958, Farnham Road, Guildford
299. OEV889
Seen in the Farnham Road Bus Station in Guildford is Tillingbourne Valley, Chilworth OEV889, acquired in July 1959 from Rippingale, Gestingthorpe. It was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body which had been new in 1949.
Photo taken Monday 31 August 1959, Farnham Road Bus Station, Guildford
Seen in the Farnham Road Bus Station in Guildford is Tillingbourne Valley, Chilworth OEV889, acquired in July 1959 from Rippingale, Gestingthorpe. It was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body which had been new in 1949.
Photo taken Monday 31 August 1959, Farnham Road Bus Station, Guildford
300. OHK612
Sutton's, Clacton, OHK612 a Maudslay with Duple C33F body, taken on a day trip to Clacton on the express service from Victoria
Photo taken c.1959/60, Warwick Castle Coach Park, Clacton
Sutton's, Clacton, OHK612 a Maudslay with Duple C33F body, taken on a day trip to Clacton on the express service from Victoria
Photo taken c.1959/60, Warwick Castle Coach Park, Clacton
301. PV9371
PV9371 is part of the Ipswich Transport Museum collection and fully operational. Purchased by the Suffolk Independent operator Mulleys Motorways in 1949, this 27 seat Duple bodied vehicle, which incorporates a sliding sun roof, was registered PV 9371.
Photo taken Saturday 5 May 2018, Ipswich Transport Museum
PV9371 is part of the Ipswich Transport Museum collection and fully operational. Purchased by the Suffolk Independent operator Mulleys Motorways in 1949, this 27 seat Duple bodied vehicle, which incorporates a sliding sun roof, was registered PV 9371.
Photo taken Saturday 5 May 2018, Ipswich Transport Museum
302. SB7779
Craig (West Coast Motors), Campbeltown SB7779 was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body new in 1949 to West Coast Motor Service, passing to Craig in 1959.
Photo taken Friday 14 August 1964, Kinloch Road, Cambeltown
Craig (West Coast Motors), Campbeltown SB7779 was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body new in 1949 to West Coast Motor Service, passing to Craig in 1959.
Photo taken Friday 14 August 1964, Kinloch Road, Cambeltown
303. SS7376
Sandwick Transport, Shetland, SS7376, a Bedford OB from 1949 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Sandwick, Shetland
Sandwick Transport, Shetland, SS7376, a Bedford OB from 1949 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Sandwick, Shetland
304. TMY26
Tillingbourne Valley TMY26 was a Duple C29F bodied Bedford OB seen at Farnham Road Bus Station in Guildford. It had been new to Beach, Staines in January 1949, passing to Tillingbourne in January 1960.
Photo taken May 1962, Farnham Road Bus Station, Guildford
Tillingbourne Valley TMY26 was a Duple C29F bodied Bedford OB seen at Farnham Road Bus Station in Guildford. It had been new to Beach, Staines in January 1949, passing to Tillingbourne in January 1960.
Photo taken May 1962, Farnham Road Bus Station, Guildford
305. TMY700
Preserved Bedford TMY700, a 1949 Bedford OB with Duple Vista bodywork.
Photo taken Sunday 18 September 2011, Duxford
Preserved Bedford TMY700, a 1949 Bedford OB with Duple Vista bodywork.
Photo taken Sunday 18 September 2011, Duxford
306. 1949MN
Tours Isle of Man were operating this 1950 Bedford OB with classic Duple bodywork in 1985. Reregistered 1949MN, it was new to Baily of Turvy as HTM20.
Photo taken July 1986, St Johns, Isle of Man
Tours Isle of Man were operating this 1950 Bedford OB with classic Duple bodywork in 1985. Reregistered 1949MN, it was new to Baily of Turvy as HTM20.
Photo taken July 1986, St Johns, Isle of Man
307. 1949MN
Both former Tours (Isle of Man) Bedford OBs with Duple coachwork, 1949MN and 1950MN, pose together in preservation on the mainland while attending the 48th East Coast Run from Hull to Bridlington.
Photo taken Sunday 12 June 2016, Sewerby Fields, Bridlington
Both former Tours (Isle of Man) Bedford OBs with Duple coachwork, 1949MN and 1950MN, pose together in preservation on the mainland while attending the 48th East Coast Run from Hull to Bridlington.
Photo taken Sunday 12 June 2016, Sewerby Fields, Bridlington
308. 1950MN
Protours (Isle of Man) Duple bodied Bedford OB Registration 1950MN, new (appropriately) in 1950.
Photo taken Friday 18 July 2008, opposite Villa Marina, Promenade, Douglas, Isle of Man
Protours (Isle of Man) Duple bodied Bedford OB Registration 1950MN, new (appropriately) in 1950.
Photo taken Friday 18 July 2008, opposite Villa Marina, Promenade, Douglas, Isle of Man
309. 1950MN
Both former Tours (Isle of Man) Bedford OBs with Duple coachwork, 1949MN and 1950MN, pose together in preservation on the mainland while attending the 48th East Coast Run from Hull to Bridlington.
Photo taken Sunday 12 June 2016, Sewerby Fields, Bridlington
Both former Tours (Isle of Man) Bedford OBs with Duple coachwork, 1949MN and 1950MN, pose together in preservation on the mainland while attending the 48th East Coast Run from Hull to Bridlington.
Photo taken Sunday 12 June 2016, Sewerby Fields, Bridlington
310. ACC629
Bibby, Ingleton ACC629 a 1950 Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body. New to the Penmaenmawr Motor Company it was purchased by Bibby's in 1975 from Blueband Motors of Lockerbie and used until the seat belt law came in in the 1980s.
Photo taken Saturday 20 April 2019, Grand Prix Site, Main Street, Brough
Bibby, Ingleton ACC629 a 1950 Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body. New to the Penmaenmawr Motor Company it was purchased by Bibby's in 1975 from Blueband Motors of Lockerbie and used until the seat belt law came in in the 1980s.
Photo taken Saturday 20 April 2019, Grand Prix Site, Main Street, Brough
311. BJV590
BJV590, a 1950 Bedford OB with Duple C24F bodywork new to Blackburn of Grimsby now in the livery of and operated by Taw and Torridge Coaches, Merton near Okehampton. Devon
Photo taken Sunday 6 October 2013, Winkleigh
BJV590, a 1950 Bedford OB with Duple C24F bodywork new to Blackburn of Grimsby now in the livery of and operated by Taw and Torridge Coaches, Merton near Okehampton. Devon
Photo taken Sunday 6 October 2013, Winkleigh
312. BJV590
BJV590, a Bedford OB from 1950 with Duple C24F body at Callander on the "Trossachs Trundler" service (try saying that after a wee dram), a tourist board inspired connecting service between various visitor centres in Stirlingshire in 1993. Taken at this angle the body looks like it has been pushed back and the engine fitted as an afterthought!
Photo taken Monday 3 May 1993, Callander, Stirlingshire
BJV590, a Bedford OB from 1950 with Duple C24F body at Callander on the "Trossachs Trundler" service (try saying that after a wee dram), a tourist board inspired connecting service between various visitor centres in Stirlingshire in 1993. Taken at this angle the body looks like it has been pushed back and the engine fitted as an afterthought!
Photo taken Monday 3 May 1993, Callander, Stirlingshire
313. CCF669
H.C. Chambers & Son of Bures, Suffolk operated CCF669, this superb Duple C29F bodied Bedford OB. It was new in June 1950.
Photo taken Monday 29 March 1971, Depot, Bures
H.C. Chambers & Son of Bures, Suffolk operated CCF669, this superb Duple C29F bodied Bedford OB. It was new in June 1950.
Photo taken Monday 29 March 1971, Depot, Bures
314. DJR264
Mid-Wales Motorways DJR264, photographed in the yard at their Newtown garage, was a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body new in 1950 which had been acquired from Hoskin, Blackwood in March 1967.
Photo taken early 1971, Newtown Garage
Mid-Wales Motorways DJR264, photographed in the yard at their Newtown garage, was a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body new in 1950 which had been acquired from Hoskin, Blackwood in March 1967.
Photo taken early 1971, Newtown Garage
315. DJR564
Tait, Kirkwhelpington, DJR564, a Bedford OB built in 1950 with Duple MkIV B30F bodywork.
Photo taken Northumberland
Tait, Kirkwhelpington, DJR564, a Bedford OB built in 1950 with Duple MkIV B30F bodywork.
Photo taken Northumberland
316. EBW300
Slatter, Long Hanborough 22, EBW300, a Bedford OB with Duple C29F body new in January 1950 is seen here at Gloucester Green, Oxford. Withdrawn in February 1963 it became a mobile shop.
Photo taken Wednesday 20 August 1958, Gloucester Green, Oxford
Slatter, Long Hanborough 22, EBW300, a Bedford OB with Duple C29F body new in January 1950 is seen here at Gloucester Green, Oxford. Withdrawn in February 1963 it became a mobile shop.
Photo taken Wednesday 20 August 1958, Gloucester Green, Oxford
317. FMO157
Thames Valley H10, FMO517, a Guy Arab III with a Duple H31/26R body new in 1950 is seen in Newbury at the Wharf.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
Thames Valley H10, FMO517, a Guy Arab III with a Duple H31/26R body new in 1950 is seen in Newbury at the Wharf.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
318. FMO515
Thames Valley 170, FMO515, seen in Newbury, was a Guy Arab III with a Duple L27/26RD body new in 1950 to Newbury & District which was acquired from them later in the year.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
Thames Valley 170, FMO515, seen in Newbury, was a Guy Arab III with a Duple L27/26RD body new in 1950 to Newbury & District which was acquired from them later in the year.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
319. FMO516
Thames Valley 171, FMO516, was a Guy Arab III with a Duple L27/26RD body new in 1950 and is seen in Newbury.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
Thames Valley 171, FMO516, was a Guy Arab III with a Duple L27/26RD body new in 1950 and is seen in Newbury.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
320. FMO517
Thames Valley H10, FMO517, was a Guy Arab III with a Duple H31/26R body new in 1950 to Newbury & District which was acquired later in the year. It had been renumbered from 172 in 1955 and is seen in Newbury.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
Thames Valley H10, FMO517, was a Guy Arab III with a Duple H31/26R body new in 1950 to Newbury & District which was acquired later in the year. It had been renumbered from 172 in 1955 and is seen in Newbury.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
321. FVA854
Albion Valiant CX39N with Duple body of 1950, FVA854 was originally owned by Hutchison of Overtown although recently it has acquired Western SMT livery.
Photo taken Sunday 8 April 2007, Kirkby Stephen
Albion Valiant CX39N with Duple body of 1950, FVA854 was originally owned by Hutchison of Overtown although recently it has acquired Western SMT livery.
Photo taken Sunday 8 April 2007, Kirkby Stephen
322. GCA747
Warstone Motors/Green Bus Service 15, GCA747, a Bedford OB built in 1950 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1981, Great Wyrley Garage
Warstone Motors/Green Bus Service 15, GCA747, a Bedford OB built in 1950 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1981, Great Wyrley Garage
323. GCY842
This shot was taken at the Swansea end of the Swansea & Mumbles Tramway with tram no. 1 about to be passed by United Welsh 990, GCY842, a Guy Arab with Duple H31/26R body built in 1950.
Photo taken early 1950s, outside Victoria Station, Swansea
This shot was taken at the Swansea end of the Swansea & Mumbles Tramway with tram no. 1 about to be passed by United Welsh 990, GCY842, a Guy Arab with Duple H31/26R body built in 1950.
Photo taken early 1950s, outside Victoria Station, Swansea
324. GDL779
Southern Vectis 219, GDL779, a Bedford OB with Duple C29F body new in June 1950
Photo taken June 1960, St James' Square, Newport, Isle of Wight
Southern Vectis 219, GDL779, a Bedford OB with Duple C29F body new in June 1950
Photo taken June 1960, St James' Square, Newport, Isle of Wight
325. GFU700
With a Duple Vista C29F body, GFU700 was a Bedford OB, new in 1950, which had been acquired in April 1961 from Farmery, South Elmsall and was numbered 130 in the Premier Travel, Cambridge fleet.
Photo taken Sunday 12 August 1962, Haverhill Depot
With a Duple Vista C29F body, GFU700 was a Bedford OB, new in 1950, which had been acquired in April 1961 from Farmery, South Elmsall and was numbered 130 in the Premier Travel, Cambridge fleet.
Photo taken Sunday 12 August 1962, Haverhill Depot
326. GVJ832
GVJ832, a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body, was acquired by Wye Valley Motors, Hereford from Jenkins, Hay-on-Wye in March 1961. It had been new in 1950.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
GVJ832, a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body, was acquired by Wye Valley Motors, Hereford from Jenkins, Hay-on-Wye in March 1961. It had been new in 1950.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
327. GWF358
Connor & Graham, Easington, 16, GWF358, a Bedford OB built in 1949 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork. Probably preserved when photographed at the end of the East Coast run in 1972.
Photo taken June 1972, Scarborough
Connor & Graham, Easington, 16, GWF358, a Bedford OB built in 1949 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork. Probably preserved when photographed at the end of the East Coast run in 1972.
Photo taken June 1972, Scarborough
328. GWP577
GWP577 was a standard Bedford OB/Duple C29F new to Ketley, Stourport and acquired by O R Williams & Son (Whiteway) of Waenfawr/Waunfawr in 1958.
Photo taken 1974, Waunfawr
GWP577 was a standard Bedford OB/Duple C29F new to Ketley, Stourport and acquired by O R Williams & Son (Whiteway) of Waenfawr/Waunfawr in 1958.
Photo taken 1974, Waunfawr
329. HCJ152
Wye Valley, Hereford HCJ152 was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body new in 1950.
Photo taken Thursday 5 August 1971, Hereford Bus Station
Wye Valley, Hereford HCJ152 was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body new in 1950.
Photo taken Thursday 5 August 1971, Hereford Bus Station
330. HGE219
J Watts of Reawick, HGE219, a Bedford OB built in 1950 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Lerwick, Shetland
J Watts of Reawick, HGE219, a Bedford OB built in 1950 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Lerwick, Shetland
331. HOT392
Thames Valley HOT392, seen in Newbury, carried fleet number H14 and was a Duple H31/26R bodied Guy Arab III which had been new in 1950 to Venture, Basingstoke which was acquired later in 1950.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
Thames Valley HOT392, seen in Newbury, carried fleet number H14 and was a Duple H31/26R bodied Guy Arab III which had been new in 1950 to Venture, Basingstoke which was acquired later in 1950.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
332. HOT392
Thames Valley H14, HOT392, a 1950 Guy Arab III with a Duple H31/26R body, seen at The Wharf, Newbury, was one of four ex-Venture, Basingstoke in May 1950.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
Thames Valley H14, HOT392, a 1950 Guy Arab III with a Duple H31/26R body, seen at The Wharf, Newbury, was one of four ex-Venture, Basingstoke in May 1950.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
333. HOT393
Seen at Newbury is Thames Valley H15, HOT393, which was a Guy Arab III with a Duple H31/26R body new in 1950 to Venture, Basingstoke and acquired later in the year by Thames Valley.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
Seen at Newbury is Thames Valley H15, HOT393, which was a Guy Arab III with a Duple H31/26R body new in 1950 to Venture, Basingstoke and acquired later in the year by Thames Valley.
Photo taken Saturday 25 October 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
334. HOT394
Thames Valley H16, HOT394, was a Guy Arab III with a Duple H31/26R body new in 1950. Originally numbered 178, it was renumbered in 1955 and is seen in Newbury.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
Thames Valley H16, HOT394, was a Guy Arab III with a Duple H31/26R body new in 1950. Originally numbered 178, it was renumbered in 1955 and is seen in Newbury.
Photo taken Saturday 28 June 1958, The Wharf, Newbury
335. HOT808
Dell Chesham t/a Rover ran this Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body which had been acquired from Fox, Amersham. HOT808 had been new in 1950 and was seen at Ascot races.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
Dell Chesham t/a Rover ran this Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body which had been acquired from Fox, Amersham. HOT808 had been new in 1950 and was seen at Ascot races.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
336. HOU866
HOU866 was a Leyland PS1/1 with a Duple FC33C body dating from 1950.
Photo taken circa 1968, Shipley
HOU866 was a Leyland PS1/1 with a Duple FC33C body dating from 1950.
Photo taken circa 1968, Shipley
337. HWO336
West Wales 52, HWO336, was one of the well-known Guy Arab IIIs with Duple lowbridge bodies bought by Red & White Services of Chepstow.
Photo taken Monday 22 June 1970, rear of the Depot, Tycroes Road, Tycroes
West Wales 52, HWO336, was one of the well-known Guy Arab IIIs with Duple lowbridge bodies bought by Red & White Services of Chepstow.
Photo taken Monday 22 June 1970, rear of the Depot, Tycroes Road, Tycroes
338. HWO341
New to Red & White Motor Service as L1649 in 1950, HWO341 is a Guy Arab III with Duple L27/26RD bodywork. It passed to Chambers of Bures, Suffolk in May 1967 for a second career.
Photo taken Monday 29 March 1971, Depot, Bures
New to Red & White Motor Service as L1649 in 1950, HWO341 is a Guy Arab III with Duple L27/26RD bodywork. It passed to Chambers of Bures, Suffolk in May 1967 for a second career.
Photo taken Monday 29 March 1971, Depot, Bures
339. HWO341
Afternoon shadows notwithstanding, popular HWO341 is still worthy of a second slide. New to Red & White as L1649 in February 1950, the Guy Arab III 6LW with Duple L27/26RD body prepares to convey me from Bury St Edmunds to Sudbury Bus Station via Lavenham and Acton.
Photo taken Monday 25 October 1971, Angel Hill, Bury St Edmunds
Afternoon shadows notwithstanding, popular HWO341 is still worthy of a second slide. New to Red & White as L1649 in February 1950, the Guy Arab III 6LW with Duple L27/26RD body prepares to convey me from Bury St Edmunds to Sudbury Bus Station via Lavenham and Acton.
Photo taken Monday 25 October 1971, Angel Hill, Bury St Edmunds
340. HYG870
Smith (t/a Blue Bell), March HYG870, a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body had been acquired from Yates, Morecambe in August 1960.
Photo taken Sunday 20 September 1964, March
Smith (t/a Blue Bell), March HYG870, a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body had been acquired from Yates, Morecambe in August 1960.
Photo taken Sunday 20 September 1964, March
341. JDD494
Black & White 123, JDD494, a Duple FC30F bodied Bristol L6G seen at Victoria Coach Station
Photo taken Saturday 12 August 1961, London Victoria Coach Station
Black & White 123, JDD494, a Duple FC30F bodied Bristol L6G seen at Victoria Coach Station
Photo taken Saturday 12 August 1961, London Victoria Coach Station
342. JDG786
Cheltenham District 74, JDG786, a 1950 Guy Arab III with Duple H31/26R body. The five buses in this batch were the last ordered under Red & White control, all subsequent deliveries being Bristols.
Photo taken 1962, High Street, Cheltenham
Cheltenham District 74, JDG786, a 1950 Guy Arab III with Duple H31/26R body. The five buses in this batch were the last ordered under Red & White control, all subsequent deliveries being Bristols.
Photo taken 1962, High Street, Cheltenham
343. JDG787
Cheltenham District 75, JDG787, was new to Cheltenham District in 1950 and was a Duple H31/26R bodied Guy Arab III seen at the Cheltenham garage on the occasion of a P.S.V. Circle visit.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Cheltenham Garage
Cheltenham District 75, JDG787, was new to Cheltenham District in 1950 and was a Duple H31/26R bodied Guy Arab III seen at the Cheltenham garage on the occasion of a P.S.V. Circle visit.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Cheltenham Garage
344. JDG790
Cheltenham District 78, JDG790, was a Guy Arab III with Duple H31/26R body seen at the garage in Cheltenham on a rather wet and dreary day.
Photo taken Sunday 24 July 1966, Cheltenham Garage
Cheltenham District 78, JDG790, was a Guy Arab III with Duple H31/26R body seen at the garage in Cheltenham on a rather wet and dreary day.
Photo taken Sunday 24 July 1966, Cheltenham Garage
345. JDG790
Rear view of Cheltenham District 78, JDG790, a Guy Arab III with Duple H31/26R body seen at the garage in Cheltenham. Note the unusual shape of the rear window on the platform.
Photo taken Sunday 24 July 1966, Cheltenham Garage
Rear view of Cheltenham District 78, JDG790, a Guy Arab III with Duple H31/26R body seen at the garage in Cheltenham. Note the unusual shape of the rear window on the platform.
Photo taken Sunday 24 July 1966, Cheltenham Garage
346. JHP985
JHP985, a Duple Vista C29F bodied Bedford OB new in 1950 was acquired by Brady, Forest Green (Brown Motor Services) in October 1956 and is seen at Guildford (Farnham Road) Bus Station.
Photo taken Saturday 14 June 1958, Farnham Road Bus Station, Guildford
JHP985, a Duple Vista C29F bodied Bedford OB new in 1950 was acquired by Brady, Forest Green (Brown Motor Services) in October 1956 and is seen at Guildford (Farnham Road) Bus Station.
Photo taken Saturday 14 June 1958, Farnham Road Bus Station, Guildford
347. JWO99
This photograph shows the original Duple Roadmaster in all its original glory. New as 899, JWO99, it was exhibited at the 1950 Commercial Motor Show. It was a Leyland Royal Tiger PSU1/15 with Duple C41F body.
Photo taken late 1950s, St. Margaret's Coach Station, Cheltenham
This photograph shows the original Duple Roadmaster in all its original glory. New as 899, JWO99, it was exhibited at the 1950 Commercial Motor Show. It was a Leyland Royal Tiger PSU1/15 with Duple C41F body.
Photo taken late 1950s, St. Margaret's Coach Station, Cheltenham
348. JWR823
Burrows 65, JWR823, one of two Maudslay Marathon III/Duple C33F new in February 1950, is resting in the Castle Street, Leeds overflow from the West Yorkshire Coach Station in Wellington Street. JWR 822 was withdrawn in September 1957 but 823 lasted until September 1964.
Photo taken Saturday 25 August 1956, parking area between Castle Street and Lisbon Street, Leeds
Burrows 65, JWR823, one of two Maudslay Marathon III/Duple C33F new in February 1950, is resting in the Castle Street, Leeds overflow from the West Yorkshire Coach Station in Wellington Street. JWR 822 was withdrawn in September 1957 but 823 lasted until September 1964.
Photo taken Saturday 25 August 1956, parking area between Castle Street and Lisbon Street, Leeds
349. KEL679
Former Hants & Dorset 1950 Duple C24F bodied Bedford OB 687, KEL679, pictured outside the Forge Mill Needle Museum in Redditch (more interesting than it sounds!!) sometime in the late 1980s. The coach appeared to be on a connecting service between museums although who it was operated by is unknown.
Photo taken late 1980s, Forge Mill Needle Museum, Redditch
Former Hants & Dorset 1950 Duple C24F bodied Bedford OB 687, KEL679, pictured outside the Forge Mill Needle Museum in Redditch (more interesting than it sounds!!) sometime in the late 1980s. The coach appeared to be on a connecting service between museums although who it was operated by is unknown.
Photo taken late 1980s, Forge Mill Needle Museum, Redditch
350. KEL94
Preserved Shamrock & Rambler KEL94, a 1950 Bedford OB with Duple C29F. This vehicle was new as KEL95 but following reregistration and a spell in Ireland has become KEL94.
Photo taken Sunday 21 July 2013, Anstey Park, Alton
Preserved Shamrock & Rambler KEL94, a 1950 Bedford OB with Duple C29F. This vehicle was new as KEL95 but following reregistration and a spell in Ireland has become KEL94.
Photo taken Sunday 21 July 2013, Anstey Park, Alton
351. KGY940
Premier Travel 113, KGY940, a Dennis Lancet J3 with Duple C35F body new in 1950, which Premier acquired in August 1958 from Popular of London E16. It was withdrawn in 1963.
Photo taken c.1959, Pentonville Road Coach Station, London Kings Cross
Premier Travel 113, KGY940, a Dennis Lancet J3 with Duple C35F body new in 1950, which Premier acquired in August 1958 from Popular of London E16. It was withdrawn in 1963.
Photo taken c.1959, Pentonville Road Coach Station, London Kings Cross
352. KHA351
I hardly ever took pictures of buses / coaches when taking slide films up to 2008 and I certainly never bought any. This one was given to me over 20 years ago but I cannot remember who gave it to me. I found it recently and it shows one of the Midland Red C2 coaches, KHA351, a 26 seater coach new in May 1950.
Photo taken c.early 1964, High Street, Buckingham
I hardly ever took pictures of buses / coaches when taking slide films up to 2008 and I certainly never bought any. This one was given to me over 20 years ago but I cannot remember who gave it to me. I found it recently and it shows one of the Midland Red C2 coaches, KHA351, a 26 seater coach new in May 1950.
Photo taken c.early 1964, High Street, Buckingham
353. KHA356
To aid the development of Midland Red's prestigious Coach Cruises 12 special coaches were introduced in 1950. Based on the C1 the bodywork was again by Duple to a Midland Red design and was of C26C configuration, designated C2. Seating was later increased to 30. This photograph shows 3356, KHA356, in Central Works following a pre-season check prior to return to Bearwood Depot for the 1961 season.
Photo taken April 1961, Carlyle Road Works, Birmingham
To aid the development of Midland Red's prestigious Coach Cruises 12 special coaches were introduced in 1950. Based on the C1 the bodywork was again by Duple to a Midland Red design and was of C26C configuration, designated C2. Seating was later increased to 30. This photograph shows 3356, KHA356, in Central Works following a pre-season check prior to return to Bearwood Depot for the 1961 season.
Photo taken April 1961, Carlyle Road Works, Birmingham
354. KNY731
Photographed in the yard of Mid Wales Motorways of Welshpool in August 1963 is KNY731 a Bedford OB with Duple 29 seat bodywork.
Photo taken Sunday 11 August 1963, Welshpool
Photographed in the yard of Mid Wales Motorways of Welshpool in August 1963 is KNY731 a Bedford OB with Duple 29 seat bodywork.
Photo taken Sunday 11 August 1963, Welshpool
355. KPT333
Number 27 in the J.J. Baker part of the G. & B. Motor Services, Quarrington Hill fleet was KPT333, a Duple C35F bodied Maudslay Marathon III.
Photo taken Saturday 1 August 1959, Bishop Auckland Market Place
Number 27 in the J.J. Baker part of the G. & B. Motor Services, Quarrington Hill fleet was KPT333, a Duple C35F bodied Maudslay Marathon III.
Photo taken Saturday 1 August 1959, Bishop Auckland Market Place
356. KPW986
Lewis Coaches of Henstidge, Somerset, own KPW986, a classic Duple bodied Bedford OB. New in 1950 to Eagle Coaches of Norfolk in 1950 and was owned by them for 28 years. It spent ten years of the road before being bought and restored for further service by Lewis
Photo taken Sunday 16 August 2015, Top O' Town Car Park, Dorchester
Lewis Coaches of Henstidge, Somerset, own KPW986, a classic Duple bodied Bedford OB. New in 1950 to Eagle Coaches of Norfolk in 1950 and was owned by them for 28 years. It spent ten years of the road before being bought and restored for further service by Lewis
Photo taken Sunday 16 August 2015, Top O' Town Car Park, Dorchester
357. KYE905
This Duple bodied Bedford OB registered KYE905 has been operating with Padfields Tours of Tonypandy since early 2009 and has an interesting past and as yet, an unknown future.
Photo taken Sunday 8 June 2014, Barry Transport Rally
This Duple bodied Bedford OB registered KYE905 has been operating with Padfields Tours of Tonypandy since early 2009 and has an interesting past and as yet, an unknown future.
Photo taken Sunday 8 June 2014, Barry Transport Rally
358. KYE905
KYE905 is a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body which had been new in March 1950 to George Ewer (Grey Green), London N.16.
KYE905 is a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body which had been new in March 1950 to George Ewer (Grey Green), London N.16.
359. KYE905
Nostalgiabus, Mitcham KYE905 is seen indicating that it is operating route 515 to Guildford.
Nostalgiabus, Mitcham KYE905 is seen indicating that it is operating route 515 to Guildford.
360. KYE905
KYE905 seen here laying over is a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body which had been new in March 1950 to George Ewer (Grey Green), London N.16.
KYE905 seen here laying over is a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body which had been new in March 1950 to George Ewer (Grey Green), London N.16.
361. KYE923
Harris, Grays KYE923 is seen in Madrid Road, Guildford during an enthusiast group visit to Safeguard whose garage roof can be seen in the extreme right background. KYE923 was an AEC 9621E Regal III with a Duple C33F body.
Photo taken Sunday 2 May 1965, Madrid Road, Guildford
Harris, Grays KYE923 is seen in Madrid Road, Guildford during an enthusiast group visit to Safeguard whose garage roof can be seen in the extreme right background. KYE923 was an AEC 9621E Regal III with a Duple C33F body.
Photo taken Sunday 2 May 1965, Madrid Road, Guildford
362. L3076
Salem Ali Abdo, Crater, Aden L3076, a Duple bodied Bedford OWB.
Photo taken c.1960/2, Aden
Salem Ali Abdo, Crater, Aden L3076, a Duple bodied Bedford OWB.
Photo taken c.1960/2, Aden
363. LDD455
Way of Credition were the original owner of this 1950 Albion Victor with Duple 31 seat coachwork, LDD455. It is seen descending the slope to the site of the earliest Trans Pennine Rallies in Harrogate.
Photo taken Sunday 6 August 1972, Harrogate
Way of Credition were the original owner of this 1950 Albion Victor with Duple 31 seat coachwork, LDD455. It is seen descending the slope to the site of the earliest Trans Pennine Rallies in Harrogate.
Photo taken Sunday 6 August 1972, Harrogate
364. LNA367
W.Gell 1950 Bedford OB / Duple Vista coach LNA367
Photo taken Saturday 14 September 2002, Duxford
W.Gell 1950 Bedford OB / Duple Vista coach LNA367
Photo taken Saturday 14 September 2002, Duxford
365. LNN353
Gash, Newark DD7, LNN353, a Daimler CVD6DD new in 1950 with a Duple L27/26RD body had been ordered by Skill, Nottingham and was intended to be 30, LTO30, but was sold to Gash before delivery.
Photo taken Sunday 17 May 1970
Gash, Newark DD7, LNN353, a Daimler CVD6DD new in 1950 with a Duple L27/26RD body had been ordered by Skill, Nottingham and was intended to be 30, LTO30, but was sold to Gash before delivery.
Photo taken Sunday 17 May 1970
366. LNN353
Seen on a visit to Gash's garage is Gash, Newark DD7, LNN353, which was a Daimler CVD6, with a Duple L27/26RD body new in August 1950.
Photo taken Sunday 13 August 1967, Gash's Garage, Bowbridge Road, Newark
Seen on a visit to Gash's garage is Gash, Newark DD7, LNN353, which was a Daimler CVD6, with a Duple L27/26RD body new in August 1950.
Photo taken Sunday 13 August 1967, Gash's Garage, Bowbridge Road, Newark
367. LNN353
Gash, Newark DD10, RAL795, a Daimler CVG6 with Massey H33/28RD body, new in 1954. To the left is their DD7, LNN353, a Daimler CVD6 with Duple L27/26RD body, new in 1950.
Photo taken Autumn 1971, Gash's depot, Newark
Gash, Newark DD10, RAL795, a Daimler CVG6 with Massey H33/28RD body, new in 1954. To the left is their DD7, LNN353, a Daimler CVD6 with Duple L27/26RD body, new in 1950.
Photo taken Autumn 1971, Gash's depot, Newark
368. LOD495
Preserved Albion Victor FT39N with Duple C31F bodywork, LOD495, in the livery of Carmel Coaches of Exeter at the Heathfield Depot of Grey Cars on the occasion of the Grey Cars centenary.
Photo taken Saturday 27 April 2013, Grey Cars Heathfield Depot
Preserved Albion Victor FT39N with Duple C31F bodywork, LOD495, in the livery of Carmel Coaches of Exeter at the Heathfield Depot of Grey Cars on the occasion of the Grey Cars centenary.
Photo taken Saturday 27 April 2013, Grey Cars Heathfield Depot
369. LRO296
The Mountain Goat, Windermere, LRO296, a Bedford OB built in 1950 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken late 1970s, Windermere?
The Mountain Goat, Windermere, LRO296, a Bedford OB built in 1950 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken late 1970s, Windermere?
370. LRR403
LRR403, a Daimler CVD6 with Duple L53RD body was operated by Classique Coaches, Paisley as part of their operations using preserved coaches and buses for Scottish Tours.
Photo taken Saturday 15 March 1980, Underwood Road, Paisley
LRR403, a Daimler CVD6 with Duple L53RD body was operated by Classique Coaches, Paisley as part of their operations using preserved coaches and buses for Scottish Tours.
Photo taken Saturday 15 March 1980, Underwood Road, Paisley
371. LRR403
Seen in the yard behind Gash's garage is Gash, Newark DD8, LRR403, the second Daimler CVD6 with a Duple L27/26RD body which was new in August 1950. This had been intended to be Skill, Nottingham LTO30 but was sold to Gash without being operated by Skill.
Photo taken Sunday 13 August 1967, Gash's Garage, Bowbridge Road, Newark
Seen in the yard behind Gash's garage is Gash, Newark DD8, LRR403, the second Daimler CVD6 with a Duple L27/26RD body which was new in August 1950. This had been intended to be Skill, Nottingham LTO30 but was sold to Gash without being operated by Skill.
Photo taken Sunday 13 August 1967, Gash's Garage, Bowbridge Road, Newark
372. LRR490
This Duple Ambassador FC33C bodied Leyland PS2/3 still belonged to Hornsby, Ashby when seen in Bridge Street car park in Leeds. LRR490 had been new in September 1950 to Lee, Worksop, passed to Handley, Middleham in May 1951 and to Hornsby in March 1953.
Photo taken Friday 2 January 1959, Bridge Street Car Park, Leeds
This Duple Ambassador FC33C bodied Leyland PS2/3 still belonged to Hornsby, Ashby when seen in Bridge Street car park in Leeds. LRR490 had been new in September 1950 to Lee, Worksop, passed to Handley, Middleham in May 1951 and to Hornsby in March 1953.
Photo taken Friday 2 January 1959, Bridge Street Car Park, Leeds
373. LRR655
Barton 594, LRR655, a Duple bodied Bedford OB at a rally in the Doncaster area in June 1971 on the St. Leger Run which ran from Doncaster to Sandtoft.
Photo taken Sunday 13 June 1971, Doncaster
Barton 594, LRR655, a Duple bodied Bedford OB at a rally in the Doncaster area in June 1971 on the St. Leger Run which ran from Doncaster to Sandtoft.
Photo taken Sunday 13 June 1971, Doncaster
374. LTA629
Preserved Devon General TCR629, LTA629, an AEC Regal lll with Duple C32F bodywork at Heathfield Depot on the occaision of their centenary open day
Photo taken Saturday 27 April 2013, Grey Cars Heathfield Depot
Preserved Devon General TCR629, LTA629, an AEC Regal lll with Duple C32F bodywork at Heathfield Depot on the occaision of their centenary open day
Photo taken Saturday 27 April 2013, Grey Cars Heathfield Depot
375. LTA629
Ex-Greenslades Tours LTA629, an AEC Regal III 9621A with Duple A-Type C32F body, new to Devon General's Grey Cars fleet in 1950.
Photo taken Monday 7 May 1973, London Transport's Shepherd's Bush Garage
Ex-Greenslades Tours LTA629, an AEC Regal III 9621A with Duple A-Type C32F body, new to Devon General's Grey Cars fleet in 1950.
Photo taken Monday 7 May 1973, London Transport's Shepherd's Bush Garage
376. LTA629
Former Greenslades Tours of Exeter LTA629, an AEC Regal III 9621A with Duple A-Type C32F body, originally new to Devon General's Grey Cars fleet (TCR629) in 1950.
Photo taken Sunday 5 August 1973, Halifax Petrol Station, King Cross Street, Halifax
Former Greenslades Tours of Exeter LTA629, an AEC Regal III 9621A with Duple A-Type C32F body, originally new to Devon General's Grey Cars fleet (TCR629) in 1950.
Photo taken Sunday 5 August 1973, Halifax Petrol Station, King Cross Street, Halifax
377. LTA629
To compliment John Stringers 1973 rear view, preserved Devon General TCR629, LTA629, the same vehicle painted in Grey Cars livery, an AEC Regal lll with Duple C32F bodywork.
Photo taken June 2008, Chatsworth Vehicle Rally
To compliment John Stringers 1973 rear view, preserved Devon General TCR629, LTA629, the same vehicle painted in Grey Cars livery, an AEC Regal lll with Duple C32F bodywork.
Photo taken June 2008, Chatsworth Vehicle Rally
378. LTA629
Former Greenslades LTA629, an AEC Regal III 9621A with Duple A-Type C32F body, new to Devon General's Grey Cars fleet (TCR629) in 1950.
Photo taken early 1974, Somewhere in Devon !
Former Greenslades LTA629, an AEC Regal III 9621A with Duple A-Type C32F body, new to Devon General's Grey Cars fleet (TCR629) in 1950.
Photo taken early 1974, Somewhere in Devon !
379. LTA729
LTA729, a Western National 1250 / Royal Blue Bristol LL6B with Duple C37F body, part of the Colin Billington collection. Taken on the 2012 Royal Blue run from the following Royal Blue coach - a timeless shot.
Photo taken Sunday 1 July 2012, Somerset
LTA729, a Western National 1250 / Royal Blue Bristol LL6B with Duple C37F body, part of the Colin Billington collection. Taken on the 2012 Royal Blue run from the following Royal Blue coach - a timeless shot.
Photo taken Sunday 1 July 2012, Somerset
380. LTA750
Preserved ex-Southern National 1411 LTA750, a Bedford OB with Duple C27F body, new in 1950.
Photo taken Sunday 26 September 2004, Duxford
Preserved ex-Southern National 1411 LTA750, a Bedford OB with Duple C27F body, new in 1950.
Photo taken Sunday 26 September 2004, Duxford
381. LTA750
LTA750 a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body was new to Western National 1411 in June 1950 and was seen on the H.C.V.C. Rally on Madeira Drive at Brighton.
Photo taken Sunday 2 May 1971, Madeira Drive, Brighton
LTA750 a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body was new to Western National 1411 in June 1950 and was seen on the H.C.V.C. Rally on Madeira Drive at Brighton.
Photo taken Sunday 2 May 1971, Madeira Drive, Brighton
382. LTA752
Preserved Bedford LTA752, a 1950 Bedford OB with Duple Vista bodywork.
Photo taken Sunday 18 September 2011, Duxford
Preserved Bedford LTA752, a 1950 Bedford OB with Duple Vista bodywork.
Photo taken Sunday 18 September 2011, Duxford
383. LTA752
Lodge's Coaches, High Easter, LTA752, aBedford OB built 1950 with Duple Vista bodywork modified by Lincolnshire Road Car. New as Western National 1413.
Photo taken Wednesday 20 November 2013, Middlesbrough
Lodge's Coaches, High Easter, LTA752, aBedford OB built 1950 with Duple Vista bodywork modified by Lincolnshire Road Car. New as Western National 1413.
Photo taken Wednesday 20 November 2013, Middlesbrough
384. LTA759
Former Southern National 1420, LTA759, a Bedford OB with Duple C27F body of 1950 is seen operating for Tremains.
Photo taken 1968, off Green Street, Truro
Former Southern National 1420, LTA759, a Bedford OB with Duple C27F body of 1950 is seen operating for Tremains.
Photo taken 1968, off Green Street, Truro
385. LTO10
United Services (Bingley's) LTO10 was another fine example of the coach-style embellishments fitted to some of Duple's low-bridge double-deckers dating from the late 1940s. This Daimler CVD6 was originally delivered to Skills of Nottingham in 1950.
Photo taken Thursday 6 May 1965, Wakefield Bus Station
United Services (Bingley's) LTO10 was another fine example of the coach-style embellishments fitted to some of Duple's low-bridge double-deckers dating from the late 1940s. This Daimler CVD6 was originally delivered to Skills of Nottingham in 1950.
Photo taken Thursday 6 May 1965, Wakefield Bus Station
386. LTO10
Bingley, Kinsley operated LTO10, a Daimler CVD6DD with Duple L27/26RD body as part of the United Services fleet. It was one of three ordered by Skill, Nottingham and was delivered in 1950, passing to Bingley in July 1954.
Photo taken Saturday 17 April 1965
Bingley, Kinsley operated LTO10, a Daimler CVD6DD with Duple L27/26RD body as part of the United Services fleet. It was one of three ordered by Skill, Nottingham and was delivered in 1950, passing to Bingley in July 1954.
Photo taken Saturday 17 April 1965
387. LUR446
Duple bodied Bedford OB LUR446, new to Kirby’s of Bushey Heath in 1950.
Photo taken Sunday 14 October 2012, Canvey Island
Duple bodied Bedford OB LUR446, new to Kirby’s of Bushey Heath in 1950.
Photo taken Sunday 14 October 2012, Canvey Island
388. LUR446
Profile view of Duple bodied Bedford OB LUR446, new to Kirby’s of Bushey Heath in 1950.
Photo taken Sunday 14 October 2012, Canvey Island
Profile view of Duple bodied Bedford OB LUR446, new to Kirby’s of Bushey Heath in 1950.
Photo taken Sunday 14 October 2012, Canvey Island
389. LYD135
Wessex Coaches, Bristol, LYD135 an AEC Regal III built in 1950 with full fronted Duple coachwork.
Photo taken April 1970, Hartlepool Nuclear Power Station
Wessex Coaches, Bristol, LYD135 an AEC Regal III built in 1950 with full fronted Duple coachwork.
Photo taken April 1970, Hartlepool Nuclear Power Station
390. MDE666
Seen at Haverfordwest is Richards Bros, Moylegrove MDE666 which was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body new in August 1950.
Photo taken Saturday 4 July 1970, Haverfordwest
Seen at Haverfordwest is Richards Bros, Moylegrove MDE666 which was a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body new in August 1950.
Photo taken Saturday 4 July 1970, Haverfordwest
391. MHU52
Worthen Travel, Shrewsbury, MHU52, a Bedford OB built 1950 with Duple B30F bodywork. Taken in the Ironbridge area, this had been new as Bristol Tramways 210.
Photo taken Ironbridge
Worthen Travel, Shrewsbury, MHU52, a Bedford OB built 1950 with Duple B30F bodywork. Taken in the Ironbridge area, this had been new as Bristol Tramways 210.
Photo taken Ironbridge
392. MHU52
Mid-Wales Motorways MHU52, acquired in February 1959 from the Bristol Omnibus Company, was a Bedford OB with a Duple B29F body which was pictured in the yard at their main garage in Newtown.
Photo taken early 1971, Newtown Garage
Mid-Wales Motorways MHU52, acquired in February 1959 from the Bristol Omnibus Company, was a Bedford OB with a Duple B29F body which was pictured in the yard at their main garage in Newtown.
Photo taken early 1971, Newtown Garage
393. MHY765
The bonneted Leyland Comet was intended as an export only chassis when it was introduced in 1947. However a few were sold in the UK and, now preserved, this Duple bodied example of 1950, MHY765, was new to Orient Coaches of Bristol.
Photo taken Sunday 18 September 2011, South Yorkshire Transport Museum, Aldwarke, Rotherham
The bonneted Leyland Comet was intended as an export only chassis when it was introduced in 1947. However a few were sold in the UK and, now preserved, this Duple bodied example of 1950, MHY765, was new to Orient Coaches of Bristol.
Photo taken Sunday 18 September 2011, South Yorkshire Transport Museum, Aldwarke, Rotherham
394. MHY765
Orient Coaches of Bristol MHY765, a preserved 1950 Leyland Comet with Duple C32F body.
Photo taken Sunday 17 June 2012, Peak Rail Centre, Rowsley
Orient Coaches of Bristol MHY765, a preserved 1950 Leyland Comet with Duple C32F body.
Photo taken Sunday 17 June 2012, Peak Rail Centre, Rowsley
395. MHY765
MHY765, which was apparently the very first Leyland Comet PSV. The body is unmistakably Duple and the whole vehicle is something a little bit different. It is restored in the livery of its original owner, Orient Coaches of Bristol. The lighting highlights the front axle and shows the lightweight construction of the chassis.
Photo taken Sunday 28 October 2012, Piece Hall, Halifax
MHY765, which was apparently the very first Leyland Comet PSV. The body is unmistakably Duple and the whole vehicle is something a little bit different. It is restored in the livery of its original owner, Orient Coaches of Bristol. The lighting highlights the front axle and shows the lightweight construction of the chassis.
Photo taken Sunday 28 October 2012, Piece Hall, Halifax
396. MHY765
MHY765 Leyland Comet with Duple body of Orient Coaches.
Photo taken Sunday 21 June 2015, Peak Rail Rally, Rowsley
MHY765 Leyland Comet with Duple body of Orient Coaches.
Photo taken Sunday 21 June 2015, Peak Rail Rally, Rowsley
397. MYB33
Bedford OB/Duple C29F MYB33 was new in 1950 to Safeway Services, South Petherton, Somerset. Delivered in October of that year it must have been one of the last OB's built, at least with a coach body.
Photo taken Sunday 20 July 2014, Normanby Hall Country Park, near Scunthorpe
Bedford OB/Duple C29F MYB33 was new in 1950 to Safeway Services, South Petherton, Somerset. Delivered in October of that year it must have been one of the last OB's built, at least with a coach body.
Photo taken Sunday 20 July 2014, Normanby Hall Country Park, near Scunthorpe
398. MYB33
Classic Coaches, Wombourne, MYB33, a Bedford OB built in 1950 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken Ironbridge area
Classic Coaches, Wombourne, MYB33, a Bedford OB built in 1950 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken Ironbridge area
399. MYB33
Gunn (Safeway), South Petherton MYB33 was a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body which had been new in October 1950.
Photo taken Saturday 15 June 1968
Gunn (Safeway), South Petherton MYB33 was a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body which had been new in October 1950.
Photo taken Saturday 15 June 1968
400. OFC204
South Midland 65, OFC204, was an AEC 6821A Regal III with a Duple C30F body new in 1950.
Photo taken Saturday 21 June 1958, rear of Course Road Depot, Ascot
South Midland 65, OFC204, was an AEC 6821A Regal III with a Duple C30F body new in 1950.
Photo taken Saturday 21 June 1958, rear of Course Road Depot, Ascot
401. OMX327
Duple C33F bodywork was carried by this Leyland PS1/1 in the Harris, Grays fleet. OMX327 had been new to Venture, London N.W.2 in June 1950.
Photo taken Sunday 15 November 1964, Depot, Giffords Cross Road, Corringham
Duple C33F bodywork was carried by this Leyland PS1/1 in the Harris, Grays fleet. OMX327 had been new to Venture, London N.W.2 in June 1950.
Photo taken Sunday 15 November 1964, Depot, Giffords Cross Road, Corringham
402. ONO711
ONO711 was a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body in the fleet of Mrs. L.A. Bennett (t/a L.A. Went), Boxted. New to Sutton, Clacton, it had been acquired in December 1961 and is seen in Colchester Bus Station.
Photo taken February 1966, Colchester Bus Station
ONO711 was a Bedford OB with a Duple C29F body in the fleet of Mrs. L.A. Bennett (t/a L.A. Went), Boxted. New to Sutton, Clacton, it had been acquired in December 1961 and is seen in Colchester Bus Station.
Photo taken February 1966, Colchester Bus Station
403. OPB536
Brady (Brown Motor Services), Forest Green OPB536 was a Leyland CPO1 Comet with a Duple C32F body new in April 1950 seen here in the Farnham Road bus station in Guildford.
Photo taken Saturday 20 December 1958, Farnham Road Bus Station, Guildford
Brady (Brown Motor Services), Forest Green OPB536 was a Leyland CPO1 Comet with a Duple C32F body new in April 1950 seen here in the Farnham Road bus station in Guildford.
Photo taken Saturday 20 December 1958, Farnham Road Bus Station, Guildford
404. OPB536
Preserved former A.T. Brady (Brown Motor Service), Forest Green, Surrey OPB536, a Leyland Comet CPP/1 with Duple C32F body, new in 1950.
Photo taken May 1974, London Bus Museum, Cobham
Preserved former A.T. Brady (Brown Motor Service), Forest Green, Surrey OPB536, a Leyland Comet CPP/1 with Duple C32F body, new in 1950.
Photo taken May 1974, London Bus Museum, Cobham
405. PPU767
Dell, Chesham (t/a Rover Bus Service) PPU767, a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body rests in Clacton. It had been new to Lansdowne Luxury Coaches, London E.11 in 1950 and was acquired by Dell in November 1952.
Photo taken Tuesday 1 September 1959, Clacton
Dell, Chesham (t/a Rover Bus Service) PPU767, a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body rests in Clacton. It had been new to Lansdowne Luxury Coaches, London E.11 in 1950 and was acquired by Dell in November 1952.
Photo taken Tuesday 1 September 1959, Clacton
406. PTW623
Eastern National 222, PTW623, a Maudslay Marathon III with Duple FC33F body, new in 1950 with fleet number 4108.
Photo taken 1959/60, Central London?
Eastern National 222, PTW623, a Maudslay Marathon III with Duple FC33F body, new in 1950 with fleet number 4108.
Photo taken 1959/60, Central London?
407. REV213
Moore, Saffron Walden bought REV213 in August 1950 and the Duple C29F bodied Bedford OB is seen in the garage.
Photo taken Sunday 5 July 1959, Saffron Walden
Moore, Saffron Walden bought REV213 in August 1950 and the Duple C29F bodied Bedford OB is seen in the garage.
Photo taken Sunday 5 July 1959, Saffron Walden
408. SB8078
Outside the office of the Campbeltown Courier in Longrow, Campbeltown and with their own office just behind is Leyland CPO1 Comet SB8078 with a Duple C32F body new in 1950 to West Coast Motor Service, Campbeltown. It passed to Craig (West Coast Motors), Campbeltown in 1959.
Photo taken Friday 14 August 1964, Longrow, Campbeltown
Outside the office of the Campbeltown Courier in Longrow, Campbeltown and with their own office just behind is Leyland CPO1 Comet SB8078 with a Duple C32F body new in 1950 to West Coast Motor Service, Campbeltown. It passed to Craig (West Coast Motors), Campbeltown in 1959.
Photo taken Friday 14 August 1964, Longrow, Campbeltown
409. SS7486
Preserved Stark's of Dunbar C22, SS7486, a Bedford OB built in 1950 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1978, Trans-Pennine Rally, Harrogate
Preserved Stark's of Dunbar C22, SS7486, a Bedford OB built in 1950 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1978, Trans-Pennine Rally, Harrogate
410. SS7486
Stark, Dunbar C22, SS7486, a 1950 Bedford OB with Duple Vista C29F bodywork at the Scottish Vintage Bus Museum Running Day at Lathalmond
Photo taken Sunday 19 May 2019, Scottish Vintage Bus Museum, Lathalmond
Stark, Dunbar C22, SS7486, a 1950 Bedford OB with Duple Vista C29F bodywork at the Scottish Vintage Bus Museum Running Day at Lathalmond
Photo taken Sunday 19 May 2019, Scottish Vintage Bus Museum, Lathalmond
411. SW8039
Bee-Line Roadways, Middlesbrough, SW8039, a Bedford OB built n 1950 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken April 1972, Eston, Middlesbrough
Bee-Line Roadways, Middlesbrough, SW8039, a Bedford OB built n 1950 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken April 1972, Eston, Middlesbrough
412. TVU950
The history of Dunnet Motors of Keiss dates back to the 1880s when they first provided a horsedrawn goods service between Wick station and Keiss, the railway having reached Wick in July 1874. From about 1920 their buses became a familiar sight between Wick and Keiss and, from 1942, between Wick and John o' Groats. They operated a varied fleet which at one time included a pair of Pickering-bodied Regals which came from Northern General and a pre-war ex-Chesterfield Regent which came north via McLennan of Spittalfield. I almost once travelled on one of the Regals but that's another story!
Photo taken c.1971, High Street, Wick
The history of Dunnet Motors of Keiss dates back to the 1880s when they first provided a horsedrawn goods service between Wick station and Keiss, the railway having reached Wick in July 1874. From about 1920 their buses became a familiar sight between Wick and Keiss and, from 1942, between Wick and John o' Groats. They operated a varied fleet which at one time included a pair of Pickering-bodied Regals which came from Northern General and a pre-war ex-Chesterfield Regent which came north via McLennan of Spittalfield. I almost once travelled on one of the Regals but that's another story!
Photo taken c.1971, High Street, Wick
413. AFL878
Longland, Crowland AFL878 was a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C33F body new to them in August 1951 and is seen here at Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
Longland, Crowland AFL878 was a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C33F body new to them in August 1951 and is seen here at Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
414. BEP882
In the yard at their Newtown garage is Mid-Wales Motorways BEP882 which was a Bedford OB with a Duple B30F body new in March 1951.
Photo taken early 1971, Newtown Garage
In the yard at their Newtown garage is Mid-Wales Motorways BEP882 which was a Bedford OB with a Duple B30F body new in March 1951.
Photo taken early 1971, Newtown Garage
415. BEP882
Preserved Mid-Wales Motors BEP882, a Bedford OB with Duple body new in March 1951.
Photo taken Sunday 21 April 2013, Brooklands Gathering
Preserved Mid-Wales Motors BEP882, a Bedford OB with Duple body new in March 1951.
Photo taken Sunday 21 April 2013, Brooklands Gathering
416. CKS75
Adam Atkinson of Morebattle had CKS75, an early Bedford SB built in 1951 with Duple C33F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1970, Morebattle
Adam Atkinson of Morebattle had CKS75, an early Bedford SB built in 1951 with Duple C33F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1970, Morebattle
417. DRN357
Scout Motor Services, Preston operated three of these Duple Roadmaster C41F bodied Leyland Royal Tigers new in 1951 and this one is DRN357, a PSU1/11.
Photo taken Sunday 7 April 1957, Singleton Street, Blackpool
Scout Motor Services, Preston operated three of these Duple Roadmaster C41F bodied Leyland Royal Tigers new in 1951 and this one is DRN357, a PSU1/11.
Photo taken Sunday 7 April 1957, Singleton Street, Blackpool
418. DRN358
Scout Motor Services Leyland Royal Tiger PSU1/15, DRN358, with Duple Ambassador C41C body parked at Singleton Street was one of five to this design new in 1951.
Photo taken Sunday 7 April 1957, Singleton Street, Blackpool
Scout Motor Services Leyland Royal Tiger PSU1/15, DRN358, with Duple Ambassador C41C body parked at Singleton Street was one of five to this design new in 1951.
Photo taken Sunday 7 April 1957, Singleton Street, Blackpool
419. DVG700
A Clacton visitor, DVG700, a 1951 Dennis Lancet III with Duple bodywork which was supplied new to Roberts of Norwich but by 1959 was with H S Neave & Son probably on a day trip.
Photo taken May 1959, Eastern National Coach Park, Wash Lane, Clacton
A Clacton visitor, DVG700, a 1951 Dennis Lancet III with Duple bodywork which was supplied new to Roberts of Norwich but by 1959 was with H S Neave & Son probably on a day trip.
Photo taken May 1959, Eastern National Coach Park, Wash Lane, Clacton
420. EFV145
EFV145, a Leyland PSU1/15 with Duple Roadmaster C41F body, new to Standerwick (no 120) in 1951 and transferred to the main Ribble fleet as no. 1054 in 1963. It was withdrawn in October 1965.
Photo taken Sunday 26 March 1967, Rock-A-Nore Road Coach Park, Hastings
EFV145, a Leyland PSU1/15 with Duple Roadmaster C41F body, new to Standerwick (no 120) in 1951 and transferred to the main Ribble fleet as no. 1054 in 1963. It was withdrawn in October 1965.
Photo taken Sunday 26 March 1967, Rock-A-Nore Road Coach Park, Hastings
421. EFV146
Ribble 1055 (former Standerwick 121), EFV146, was one of the distinctive Duple Roadmaster-bodied Leyland Royal Tigers from 1951.
Photo taken Sunday 14 June 1964, Chester Street, Bus Station, Bradford
Ribble 1055 (former Standerwick 121), EFV146, was one of the distinctive Duple Roadmaster-bodied Leyland Royal Tigers from 1951.
Photo taken Sunday 14 June 1964, Chester Street, Bus Station, Bradford
422. EFV148
Standerwick 123, EFV148, was a Duple Roadmaster C41F bodied Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tiger, new in 1951, seen at Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Saturday 19 July 1958, London Victoria Coach Station
Standerwick 123, EFV148, was a Duple Roadmaster C41F bodied Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tiger, new in 1951, seen at Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Saturday 19 July 1958, London Victoria Coach Station
423. EHV65
EHV65, a Bedford OB with Duple B29F body, new to East Ham CBC in February 1951.
Photo taken Monday 1 January 2007, The Broadway, Winchester
EHV65, a Bedford OB with Duple B29F body, new to East Ham CBC in February 1951.
Photo taken Monday 1 January 2007, The Broadway, Winchester
424. EJD510
Springett (t/a Jennings), Ashen EJD510, a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C33F body, and seen at their garage, was acquired in April 1964 from Pyman, Stambourn, having been new in 1951 to Essex County, London E.15.
Photo taken Sunday 31 October 1965, Garage, Ashen, Essex
Springett (t/a Jennings), Ashen EJD510, a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C33F body, and seen at their garage, was acquired in April 1964 from Pyman, Stambourn, having been new in 1951 to Essex County, London E.15.
Photo taken Sunday 31 October 1965, Garage, Ashen, Essex
425. EX7122
This Bedford SB/Duple was owned by Ideal Coaches of Grampound Rd. EX7122 had a C33F body and was new in 1951. It came to Ideal from Seagull Great Yarmouth and was with Ideal from 7/60 until 3/62 and the last vehicle they owned.
Photo taken c.1961/2, Truro
This Bedford SB/Duple was owned by Ideal Coaches of Grampound Rd. EX7122 had a C33F body and was new in 1951. It came to Ideal from Seagull Great Yarmouth and was with Ideal from 7/60 until 3/62 and the last vehicle they owned.
Photo taken c.1961/2, Truro
426. FBW556
Slatter, Long Hanborough 24, FBW556, seen at Ascot racecourse was an early Bedford SB, new in October 1951, with a Duple C33F body.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
Slatter, Long Hanborough 24, FBW556, seen at Ascot racecourse was an early Bedford SB, new in October 1951, with a Duple C33F body.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
427. GDW981
Safeguard, Guildford acquired Bedford SB GDW981, which had a Duple Vega C33F body, from Alpha, Brighton in April 1954, it having been new to Diaper, Newport in 1951.
Photo taken Saturday 4 October 1958, Onslow Street Bus Station, Guildford
Safeguard, Guildford acquired Bedford SB GDW981, which had a Duple Vega C33F body, from Alpha, Brighton in April 1954, it having been new to Diaper, Newport in 1951.
Photo taken Saturday 4 October 1958, Onslow Street Bus Station, Guildford
428. GRP335
Hooks, Great Oakley GRP335 was a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C33F body seen in the Bus Station at Colchester.
Photo taken February 1966, Colchester Bus Station
Hooks, Great Oakley GRP335 was a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C33F body seen in the Bus Station at Colchester.
Photo taken February 1966, Colchester Bus Station
429. GVA289
Ledgard GVA289, a Duple Roadmaster C41F bodied Leyland PSU1/11 Royal Tiger had been new to Baxter, Airdrie in 1951 and was acquired by Ledgard in 1957. It is seen here entering one of the coachparks in Blackpool.
Photo taken Sunday 29 March 1964, Blackpool
Ledgard GVA289, a Duple Roadmaster C41F bodied Leyland PSU1/11 Royal Tiger had been new to Baxter, Airdrie in 1951 and was acquired by Ledgard in 1957. It is seen here entering one of the coachparks in Blackpool.
Photo taken Sunday 29 March 1964, Blackpool
430. GVA462
Seen here at Raven Meadows, Shrewsbury, GVA462 was a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C33F body, and had been new in August 1951 to Hutchison, Overtown, but was acquired by Vagg, Knockin Heath, from Jones, Market Drayton in May 1957.
Photo taken Friday 16 June 1967, Raven Meadows, Shrewsbury
Seen here at Raven Meadows, Shrewsbury, GVA462 was a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C33F body, and had been new in August 1951 to Hutchison, Overtown, but was acquired by Vagg, Knockin Heath, from Jones, Market Drayton in May 1957.
Photo taken Friday 16 June 1967, Raven Meadows, Shrewsbury
431. HDL726
Seaview Services HDL726 was a Duple Vega bodied Bedford SB.
Photo taken Sunday 1 September 1963, Ryde, Isle of Wight
Seaview Services HDL726 was a Duple Vega bodied Bedford SB.
Photo taken Sunday 1 September 1963, Ryde, Isle of Wight
432. HJF59
New as Provincial, Leicester B5 in December 1951, HJF59, a Duple C33F bodied Bedford SB, had passed to Bingham & Easton, Milking Nook, Peterborough by July 1956 with whom it is seen here at Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough. It passed in May 1960 to Moore, Sleaford.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
New as Provincial, Leicester B5 in December 1951, HJF59, a Duple C33F bodied Bedford SB, had passed to Bingham & Easton, Milking Nook, Peterborough by July 1956 with whom it is seen here at Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough. It passed in May 1960 to Moore, Sleaford.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
433. J1293
An example of the Duple metal framed Vega body built before production was sub-contracted to Brush in Loughborough. J1293, Redline Tours, St. Helier 2, was a Bedford SB with a Duple C33F body, new in March 1951 to Whittle, Highley as GUX778.
Photo taken Monday 6 June 1966, Esplanade, St Helier
An example of the Duple metal framed Vega body built before production was sub-contracted to Brush in Loughborough. J1293, Redline Tours, St. Helier 2, was a Bedford SB with a Duple C33F body, new in March 1951 to Whittle, Highley as GUX778.
Photo taken Monday 6 June 1966, Esplanade, St Helier
434. J1341
J1341, Redline Tours, St. Helier 3, seen outside the Redline booking office, was a Bedford SB with a Duple C33F body acquired in May 1958 from Chandler, Send.
Photo taken Monday 6 June 1966, Esplanade, St Helier
J1341, Redline Tours, St. Helier 3, seen outside the Redline booking office, was a Bedford SB with a Duple C33F body acquired in May 1958 from Chandler, Send.
Photo taken Monday 6 June 1966, Esplanade, St Helier
435. J1543
Redline Tours, St. Helier 12, J1543, a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C33F body was acquired from Blue Eagle, St. Helier in January 1966.
Photo taken Monday 6 June 1966, Esplanade, St Helier
Redline Tours, St. Helier 12, J1543, a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C33F body was acquired from Blue Eagle, St. Helier in January 1966.
Photo taken Monday 6 June 1966, Esplanade, St Helier
436. J17704
New to Craker, Bromley as NKO234 in May 1951, J17704, a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C33F body had operated for Shamrock Tours ,St. Helier from August 1964 until June 1972.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, outside Weighbridge Bus Station, St. Helier
New to Craker, Bromley as NKO234 in May 1951, J17704, a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C33F body had operated for Shamrock Tours ,St. Helier from August 1964 until June 1972.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, outside Weighbridge Bus Station, St. Helier
437. JBY804
Duple bodied Bedford OB JBY804, new in 1951 to Barber of Mitcham and bought by Cyril Kenzie of Shepreth in 1966 for private hire work
Photo taken Saturday 26 May 2012
Duple bodied Bedford OB JBY804, new in 1951 to Barber of Mitcham and bought by Cyril Kenzie of Shepreth in 1966 for private hire work
Photo taken Saturday 26 May 2012
438. KAB283
McKechnie & Cole (Cream Bus Service), Stamford 12, KAB283, a Bedford SB which had a Duple C33F body had been new in July 1951 and is seen here at Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough. Along with the other twenty buses in the fleet it passed to Barton Transport in February 1961 becoming number 889.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
McKechnie & Cole (Cream Bus Service), Stamford 12, KAB283, a Bedford SB which had a Duple C33F body had been new in July 1951 and is seen here at Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough. Along with the other twenty buses in the fleet it passed to Barton Transport in February 1961 becoming number 889.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
439. KAX41
A. & C. Wigmore, Dinnington KAX41, seen outside Pond Street Bus Station in Sheffield, was a Leyland PSU1/11 Royal Tiger with a Duple Roadmaster C41F body.
Photo taken Thursday 15 May 1958, Pond Street Bus Station, Sheffield
A. & C. Wigmore, Dinnington KAX41, seen outside Pond Street Bus Station in Sheffield, was a Leyland PSU1/11 Royal Tiger with a Duple Roadmaster C41F body.
Photo taken Thursday 15 May 1958, Pond Street Bus Station, Sheffield
440. KNY960
Gelligaer Leyland single decker 1, KNY960, on a wet day. The distinctive building in the background should identify the location. Steam in the background suggests railway or colliery activity. KNY960 was new in 1951, a Leyland PS1/1 with a Duple B35F body.
Photo taken Hanbury Square, Bargoed
Gelligaer Leyland single decker 1, KNY960, on a wet day. The distinctive building in the background should identify the location. Steam in the background suggests railway or colliery activity. KNY960 was new in 1951, a Leyland PS1/1 with a Duple B35F body.
Photo taken Hanbury Square, Bargoed
441. KWX413
Williamson, Shrewsbury KWX413, a Bedford SB, was new to Kildare, Adwick-le-Street with a Duple Vega C33F body in September 1951.
Photo taken early 1971, Barker Street Bus Station, Shrewsbury
Williamson, Shrewsbury KWX413, a Bedford SB, was new to Kildare, Adwick-le-Street with a Duple Vega C33F body in September 1951.
Photo taken early 1971, Barker Street Bus Station, Shrewsbury
442. KYE923
KYE923, an A.E.C. 9621E Regal III with a Duple C33F body, in the fleet of Harris Grays, is seen in Parker Road, Grays on a visit to his garage.
Photo taken Sunday 15 November 1964, Rosebery Road, Grays
KYE923, an A.E.C. 9621E Regal III with a Duple C33F body, in the fleet of Harris Grays, is seen in Parker Road, Grays on a visit to his garage.
Photo taken Sunday 15 November 1964, Rosebery Road, Grays
443. LAO630
Henderson of Alston, LAO630, an Albion Victor FT39N built in 1951 with Duple C31F bodywork, the whole weighing in at 5tons 6cwt. Subsequently preserved but with an open radiator and, in the view of the photographer, looking better as seen here (even if in need of restoration).
Photo taken August 1972, Garage, Alston
Henderson of Alston, LAO630, an Albion Victor FT39N built in 1951 with Duple C31F bodywork, the whole weighing in at 5tons 6cwt. Subsequently preserved but with an open radiator and, in the view of the photographer, looking better as seen here (even if in need of restoration).
Photo taken August 1972, Garage, Alston
444. LOE300
Former South Notts 64, LOE300, by the time of this photo kept by the Royal British Legion at Gotham. It was a Leyland PSU1/15 with Duple Roadmaster body new in 1951 to Jackson of West Bromwich.
Photo taken Monday 14 May 1979, near the South Notts Depot, Gotham
Former South Notts 64, LOE300, by the time of this photo kept by the Royal British Legion at Gotham. It was a Leyland PSU1/15 with Duple Roadmaster body new in 1951 to Jackson of West Bromwich.
Photo taken Monday 14 May 1979, near the South Notts Depot, Gotham
445. LRW377
Samuel Ledgard LRW377 was an ex-demonstrator Daimler Freeline with a Duple B36D body new in 1951 and is seen at the Weston Estate terminus of the service from Otley Bus Station on which it was a regular performer with Ledgard arriving in 1956 and serving until 1960.
Photo taken Sunday 30 June 1957, Weston Estate Terminus, Otley
Samuel Ledgard LRW377 was an ex-demonstrator Daimler Freeline with a Duple B36D body new in 1951 and is seen at the Weston Estate terminus of the service from Otley Bus Station on which it was a regular performer with Ledgard arriving in 1956 and serving until 1960.
Photo taken Sunday 30 June 1957, Weston Estate Terminus, Otley
446. LRW377
Ledgard, Armley LRW377, a Daimler G6HS Freeline with a Duple B36D body, is seen in Otley on the Weston Estate service. This had been a Daimler demonstrator new in October 1951 and was acquired in July 1956 from Transport Vehicles (Daimler) Ltd.
Photo taken Sunday 30 June 1957, Otley
Ledgard, Armley LRW377, a Daimler G6HS Freeline with a Duple B36D body, is seen in Otley on the Weston Estate service. This had been a Daimler demonstrator new in October 1951 and was acquired in July 1956 from Transport Vehicles (Daimler) Ltd.
Photo taken Sunday 30 June 1957, Otley
447. LSM44
J Watt, Reawick, Shetland LSM44, a Bedford OB from 1951 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Lerwick, Shetland
J Watt, Reawick, Shetland LSM44, a Bedford OB from 1951 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Lerwick, Shetland
448. LSM44
J Watt & Son, Reawick, Shetland, LSM44, a Bedford OB built in 1951 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Esplanade, Lerwick, Shetland
J Watt & Son, Reawick, Shetland, LSM44, a Bedford OB built in 1951 with Duple Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Esplanade, Lerwick, Shetland
449. LTA729
Two preserved Royal Blue Bristol Ls, 1228, HOD30, and 1250, LTA729.
Photo taken Sunday 10 August 2008, Brislington
Two preserved Royal Blue Bristol Ls, 1228, HOD30, and 1250, LTA729.
Photo taken Sunday 10 August 2008, Brislington
450. LTA895
LTA895 was brought out for us to inspect on the last morning of the 2015 Royal Blue run. We were following the old A30 route and this vehicle is based near Summercourt. It's in working order but has lost it's seats and fittings to some more modern 8 seats or so. Dating from 1951 it's a Bristol LL6B with Duple C37F body. I last saw it in 1974.
Photo taken Sunday 21 June 2015, A field near Summercourt
LTA895 was brought out for us to inspect on the last morning of the 2015 Royal Blue run. We were following the old A30 route and this vehicle is based near Summercourt. It's in working order but has lost it's seats and fittings to some more modern 8 seats or so. Dating from 1951 it's a Bristol LL6B with Duple C37F body. I last saw it in 1974.
Photo taken Sunday 21 June 2015, A field near Summercourt
451. LTA898
LTA898 is a Bristol LL6B with Duple C37F body, new to Royal Blue / Southern National in 1951 as fleet number 1269. It was made famous when it appeared in the jigsaw puzzle in front of The Greyhound Inn at Corfe Castle.
Photo taken Thursday 31 January 2013, private site in Staffordshire
LTA898 is a Bristol LL6B with Duple C37F body, new to Royal Blue / Southern National in 1951 as fleet number 1269. It was made famous when it appeared in the jigsaw puzzle in front of The Greyhound Inn at Corfe Castle.
Photo taken Thursday 31 January 2013, private site in Staffordshire
452. LTA958
LTA958 was in service at the BVBG main event at Brislington, but I missed a chance to travel on it. Dating from 1951 when it joined the Southern National fleet, it is a Bristol LL6B with Duple C37F body.
Photo taken Sunday 31 July 2016, Brislington
LTA958 was in service at the BVBG main event at Brislington, but I missed a chance to travel on it. Dating from 1951 when it joined the Southern National fleet, it is a Bristol LL6B with Duple C37F body.
Photo taken Sunday 31 July 2016, Brislington
453. LYH591
LYH591 was the first of a pair of Bedford SBs with Duple Vega C41F bodies new to United Service Transport, London S.W. 17 in June 1951. Carrying fleet number 1082, it is seen at Ascot races.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
LYH591 was the first of a pair of Bedford SBs with Duple Vega C41F bodies new to United Service Transport, London S.W. 17 in June 1951. Carrying fleet number 1082, it is seen at Ascot races.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
454. MAH633
Still around in the mid 1970s was MAH333 which was a 1951 Bedford SB/Duple Vega C33F new to Brown (Norfolk Coachways) Attleborough. Their livery was red & black, so it was no longer with them, but I can't remember whose it was when I photographed it. It appears to have a PSV disc in place. I'm not too sure about the masking tape sun visor though.
Photo taken c. 1974-1975
Still around in the mid 1970s was MAH333 which was a 1951 Bedford SB/Duple Vega C33F new to Brown (Norfolk Coachways) Attleborough. Their livery was red & black, so it was no longer with them, but I can't remember whose it was when I photographed it. It appears to have a PSV disc in place. I'm not too sure about the masking tape sun visor though.
Photo taken c. 1974-1975
455. MAL310
South Notts 42, MAL310, is a 1951 Leyland Royal Tiger PSU1/11 with Duple Roadmaster C45F bodywork, seen at Gotham depot in June 1979.
Photo taken Saturday 9 June 1979, South Notts Depot, Gotham
South Notts 42, MAL310, is a 1951 Leyland Royal Tiger PSU1/11 with Duple Roadmaster C45F bodywork, seen at Gotham depot in June 1979.
Photo taken Saturday 9 June 1979, South Notts Depot, Gotham
456. MFM39
Preserved Crosville SL71, MFM39, a 1951 Bedford OB with Duple Vista C29F coachwork. It is colloquially known as Bosworth.
Photo taken Sunday 11 August 2013, Brislington Park & Ride
Preserved Crosville SL71, MFM39, a 1951 Bedford OB with Duple Vista C29F coachwork. It is colloquially known as Bosworth.
Photo taken Sunday 11 August 2013, Brislington Park & Ride
457. MLF429
New to Samuelson New Transport, London S.W.1 in 1951, MLF429 which was a Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tiger with a Duple Ambassador C37C body had passed to Banfield, London S.E.15 in May 1959. Banfield operated a number of coaches on a contract with Cunard Eagle Airways and these were painted in Cunard livery. It was being used by Banfield for a trip to Ascot races.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
New to Samuelson New Transport, London S.W.1 in 1951, MLF429 which was a Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tiger with a Duple Ambassador C37C body had passed to Banfield, London S.E.15 in May 1959. Banfield operated a number of coaches on a contract with Cunard Eagle Airways and these were painted in Cunard livery. It was being used by Banfield for a trip to Ascot races.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
458. MPT410
AJ Eunson, Virkie, Shetland MPT410, a Bedford OB built in 1951 with a Duple Vista C29F body.
Photo taken August 1973, Near Sumburgh, Shetland
AJ Eunson, Virkie, Shetland MPT410, a Bedford OB built in 1951 with a Duple Vista C29F body.
Photo taken August 1973, Near Sumburgh, Shetland
459. MPT584
Duple Ambassador C41C bodied Leyland Royal Tiger MPT584 had been new to Summerson Brothers, West Auckland in 1951. It passed first to Cowell, Sunderland and then to Julius & Lockwood, London S.E.15 and is seen here at Ascot in Cunard Eagle Airways livery after it had passed with the Julius & Lockwood business to Banfield, London S.E. 15 who had the contract to provide Cunard Eagle with coaches.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
Duple Ambassador C41C bodied Leyland Royal Tiger MPT584 had been new to Summerson Brothers, West Auckland in 1951. It passed first to Cowell, Sunderland and then to Julius & Lockwood, London S.E.15 and is seen here at Ascot in Cunard Eagle Airways livery after it had passed with the Julius & Lockwood business to Banfield, London S.E. 15 who had the contract to provide Cunard Eagle with coaches.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
460. MPW455
This 1951 Bedford SB carries Duple coach work and was new to Stainsby of Heacham. It is seen at the former Wallace Arnold depot in Leeds taking part in a Huddersfield Rally in 1986. It is currently owned by Mossley Coach Dealers of South Elmsall.
Photo taken Monday 18 August 1986, Wallace Arnold Depot Geldard Road, Leeds
This 1951 Bedford SB carries Duple coach work and was new to Stainsby of Heacham. It is seen at the former Wallace Arnold depot in Leeds taking part in a Huddersfield Rally in 1986. It is currently owned by Mossley Coach Dealers of South Elmsall.
Photo taken Monday 18 August 1986, Wallace Arnold Depot Geldard Road, Leeds
461. OPH528
Taylor, Caterham 54, OPH528, a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body.
Photo taken late 1962/early 1963
Taylor, Caterham 54, OPH528, a Bedford OB with a Duple Vista C29F body.
Photo taken late 1962/early 1963
462. PPH698
PPH698, a Bedford SB with Duple C33F body new in 1951 to H. R. Richmond of Epsom. Surrey who later became Epsom Coaches
Photo taken Sunday 29 July 2012, Marine Parade, Worthing
PPH698, a Bedford SB with Duple C33F body new in 1951 to H. R. Richmond of Epsom. Surrey who later became Epsom Coaches
Photo taken Sunday 29 July 2012, Marine Parade, Worthing
463. RVW100
RVW100, a Bedford OB with Duple C29C body operated by H.Boon, new to Ashdown, Danbury in early 1951.
Photo taken Saturday 22 May 1965, Seaway Car Park, Southend
RVW100, a Bedford OB with Duple C29C body operated by H.Boon, new to Ashdown, Danbury in early 1951.
Photo taken Saturday 22 May 1965, Seaway Car Park, Southend
464. SVX62
SVX62 was a Duple Vega C33F bodied Bedford SB with Mrs. L.A. Bennett (t/a L.A. Went), Boxted, acquired in January 1966 from Cansdall, Clacton and seen in Colchester Bus Station.
Photo taken February 1966, Colchester Bus Station
SVX62 was a Duple Vega C33F bodied Bedford SB with Mrs. L.A. Bennett (t/a L.A. Went), Boxted, acquired in January 1966 from Cansdall, Clacton and seen in Colchester Bus Station.
Photo taken February 1966, Colchester Bus Station
465. WMY34
WMY34 was a Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tiger with a Duple Ambassador C41C body new to Venture, London N.W.2 in 1951. It passed to Banfield, London S.E.17 in January 1960 and is seen here at Ascot in Cunard Eagle Airways livery for which Banfield had a contract. It was withdrawn in 1964 and passed to Embassy Bingo, Strood as a non-P.S.V.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
WMY34 was a Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tiger with a Duple Ambassador C41C body new to Venture, London N.W.2 in 1951. It passed to Banfield, London S.E.17 in January 1960 and is seen here at Ascot in Cunard Eagle Airways livery for which Banfield had a contract. It was withdrawn in 1964 and passed to Embassy Bingo, Strood as a non-P.S.V.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
466.
McKechnie & Cole (Cream Bus Service), Stamford 10, FTL439, seen here in Bishops Road Bus Station in Peterborough was a Bedford SB with a Duple C33F body new in January 1952. In February 1961 it passed to Barton, Chilwell as number 888 and was withdrawn in 1963 after which it passed to Leonard Cheshire Home, West Bridgford as a non-P.S.V.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
McKechnie & Cole (Cream Bus Service), Stamford 10, FTL439, seen here in Bishops Road Bus Station in Peterborough was a Bedford SB with a Duple C33F body new in January 1952. In February 1961 it passed to Barton, Chilwell as number 888 and was withdrawn in 1963 after which it passed to Leonard Cheshire Home, West Bridgford as a non-P.S.V.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
467.
An unidentified Albion Victor FT39 with Duple body withdrawn at the premises of Cadman's of Thorne, near Doncaster.
Photo taken October 1982, Cadman's premises, Thorne Moorends, nr. Doncaster
An unidentified Albion Victor FT39 with Duple body withdrawn at the premises of Cadman's of Thorne, near Doncaster.
Photo taken October 1982, Cadman's premises, Thorne Moorends, nr. Doncaster
468. BEN302
JD Peace, Kirkwall, Orkney, BEN302, a Bedford SB built 1952 with Duple C35F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Peace's Garage, Burnmouth Road, Kirkwall, Orkney
JD Peace, Kirkwall, Orkney, BEN302, a Bedford SB built 1952 with Duple C35F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Peace's Garage, Burnmouth Road, Kirkwall, Orkney
469. EHH799
Banstead Coaches EHH779, a 1952 Duple C28F bodied Bedford SB, acquired in January 1958 is seen at Wembley Stadium.
Photo taken Saturday 11 April 1959, Wembley Stadium
Banstead Coaches EHH779, a 1952 Duple C28F bodied Bedford SB, acquired in January 1958 is seen at Wembley Stadium.
Photo taken Saturday 11 April 1959, Wembley Stadium
470. FTL754
Delaine, Bourne 34, FTL754, was a Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tiger with a Duple Ambassador C41C body new in March 1952 and is seen here at Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough. It was withdrawn by 3/59 and passed to Johnson, Rushden.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
Delaine, Bourne 34, FTL754, was a Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tiger with a Duple Ambassador C41C body new in March 1952 and is seen here at Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough. It was withdrawn by 3/59 and passed to Johnson, Rushden.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
471. HBU216
Another Crimson vehicle, HBU216, a Bedford SB with Duple C33F body new in 3/52 to Shaw, Oldham and with Crimson from 5/55 to 7/64.
Photo taken St Ives, Cornwall
Another Crimson vehicle, HBU216, a Bedford SB with Duple C33F body new in 3/52 to Shaw, Oldham and with Crimson from 5/55 to 7/64.
Photo taken St Ives, Cornwall
472. J18514
J18514, Redline Tours, St. Helier 9, was a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C33F body new to R.A.Richards trading as Trurorian in January 1952 as OCV146.
Photo taken Monday 6 June 1966, Esplanade, St Helier
J18514, Redline Tours, St. Helier 9, was a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C33F body new to R.A.Richards trading as Trurorian in January 1952 as OCV146.
Photo taken Monday 6 June 1966, Esplanade, St Helier
473. J3256
Holiday Tours, St. Helier 8, J3256, a Bedford SB with a Duple C37F body was seen at their garage at Wheatlands, St. Peter.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Wheatlands, St. Peter, Jersey
Holiday Tours, St. Helier 8, J3256, a Bedford SB with a Duple C37F body was seen at their garage at Wheatlands, St. Peter.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Wheatlands, St. Peter, Jersey
474. JOU914
This photograph of JOU914, a Bedford SB with Duple C33F body new in 1952, poses a question. It has been in the collection of David Burrows for nearly 25 years but he has no information on who took it or where it is. The coach is owned by Basil Williams (Hants & Sussex) we know, and it subsequently came to Moody, Northfleet for a few years.
Photo taken 1952/3, Brunswick Street, Liverpool
This photograph of JOU914, a Bedford SB with Duple C33F body new in 1952, poses a question. It has been in the collection of David Burrows for nearly 25 years but he has no information on who took it or where it is. The coach is owned by Basil Williams (Hants & Sussex) we know, and it subsequently came to Moody, Northfleet for a few years.
Photo taken 1952/3, Brunswick Street, Liverpool
475. JWS594
Edinburgh Corporation bought a number of second hand wartime Guy Arabs from London in the early 1950s to speed up their tram replacement programme. They were rebodied by Duple subsiduary Nudd.
Photo taken August 1980, Harrogate
Edinburgh Corporation bought a number of second hand wartime Guy Arabs from London in the early 1950s to speed up their tram replacement programme. They were rebodied by Duple subsiduary Nudd.
Photo taken August 1980, Harrogate
476. KGB261
KGB261, Mac Brayne's 150 was the first of ten Bedford OLAZ with Duple C25F bodies new in 1952. It is seen here at Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness. A further twelve had bodies with mail compartments.
Photo taken Saturday 25 July 1959, Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness
KGB261, Mac Brayne's 150 was the first of ten Bedford OLAZ with Duple C25F bodies new in 1952. It is seen here at Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness. A further twelve had bodies with mail compartments.
Photo taken Saturday 25 July 1959, Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness
477. KGB263
With a Duple C25F body on the Bedford OLAZ chassis, MacBrayne 152, KGB263, was new in 1952.
Photo taken Saturday 25 July 1959, Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness
With a Duple C25F body on the Bedford OLAZ chassis, MacBrayne 152, KGB263, was new in 1952.
Photo taken Saturday 25 July 1959, Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness
478. KGB265
Bedford OLAZ KGB265 was MacBrayne's 154, new in September 1952, and is seen in Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness. It was one of twenty-two similar Duple bodied vehicles new that year, this one having a C25F body whilst nine had C20FM and three had C14FM bodies for carrying Royal Mail letters and parcels.
Photo taken Saturday 25 July 1959, Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness
Bedford OLAZ KGB265 was MacBrayne's 154, new in September 1952, and is seen in Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness. It was one of twenty-two similar Duple bodied vehicles new that year, this one having a C25F body whilst nine had C20FM and three had C14FM bodies for carrying Royal Mail letters and parcels.
Photo taken Saturday 25 July 1959, Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness
479. KGB266
MacBrayne 155, KGB266, was a Bedford OLAZ new in September 1952, seen in Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness. It was one of twenty-two similar Duple bodied vehicles new that year, this one having a C25F body whilst nine had C20FM and three had C14FM bodies for carrying Royal Mail letters and parcels.
Photo taken Saturday 25 July 1959, Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness
MacBrayne 155, KGB266, was a Bedford OLAZ new in September 1952, seen in Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness. It was one of twenty-two similar Duple bodied vehicles new that year, this one having a C25F body whilst nine had C20FM and three had C14FM bodies for carrying Royal Mail letters and parcels.
Photo taken Saturday 25 July 1959, Farraline Park Bus Station, Inverness
480. KGD903
An impressive line-up of preserved former MacBrayne's vehicles at a Scottish Vintage Bus Museum open day at Lathalmond.
Photo taken SVBM, Lathalmond
An impressive line-up of preserved former MacBrayne's vehicles at a Scottish Vintage Bus Museum open day at Lathalmond.
Photo taken SVBM, Lathalmond
481. KWO43
Cubitt (contractor) KWO43, a Guy Arab LUF built in 1952 with Duple Roadmaster C37F bodywork. A dull livery on a dull day almost made this invisible, it had been new to Red & White as UC11.52.
Photo taken April 1972, Garston, Liverpool
Cubitt (contractor) KWO43, a Guy Arab LUF built in 1952 with Duple Roadmaster C37F bodywork. A dull livery on a dull day almost made this invisible, it had been new to Red & White as UC11.52.
Photo taken April 1972, Garston, Liverpool
482. L4595
This Bedford SB with a Duple C33F body had been new in 1952 to Orange, London S.W.2 as LYL699. It passed to Orange, London N.16 when the business was acquired by Ewer, London N.16 and after withdrawal in January 1960 passed to the Aden Bus Company Ltd. by September 1961 to become L4595.
Photo taken c.1960/2, Aden
This Bedford SB with a Duple C33F body had been new in 1952 to Orange, London S.W.2 as LYL699. It passed to Orange, London N.16 when the business was acquired by Ewer, London N.16 and after withdrawal in January 1960 passed to the Aden Bus Company Ltd. by September 1961 to become L4595.
Photo taken c.1960/2, Aden
483. L4595
This Bedford SB with a Duple C33F body had been new in 1952 to Orange, London S.W.2 as LYL699. It passed to Orange, London N.16 when the business was acquired by Ewer, London N.16 and after withdrawal in January 1960 passed to the Aden Bus Company Ltd. by September 1961 to become L4595.
Photo taken c.1960/2, Aden
This Bedford SB with a Duple C33F body had been new in 1952 to Orange, London S.W.2 as LYL699. It passed to Orange, London N.16 when the business was acquired by Ewer, London N.16 and after withdrawal in January 1960 passed to the Aden Bus Company Ltd. by September 1961 to become L4595.
Photo taken c.1960/2, Aden
484. LUF600
Southdown 1600, LUF600, the first of twenty Duple Ambassador C41C bodied Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tigers new in 1952.
Photo taken Saturday 21 June 1958, Ascot
Southdown 1600, LUF600, the first of twenty Duple Ambassador C41C bodied Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tigers new in 1952.
Photo taken Saturday 21 June 1958, Ascot
485. LUF601
Southdown 1601, LUF601, a Leyland Royal Tiger PSU1/15 with Duple C41C body, new in 1952 and alongside 1030, OUF130, a Leyland Tiger Cub PSUC1/2 with a Beadle C41C body, new in 1954.
Photo taken Tuesday 11 August 1964, London Victoria Coach Station
Southdown 1601, LUF601, a Leyland Royal Tiger PSU1/15 with Duple C41C body, new in 1952 and alongside 1030, OUF130, a Leyland Tiger Cub PSUC1/2 with a Beadle C41C body, new in 1954.
Photo taken Tuesday 11 August 1964, London Victoria Coach Station
486. MLL250
Numbered 1026 in the fleet of Blue Belle, London S.W.9, MLL250 was an early Bedford SB with a Duple C33F body which had been new in March 1952.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
Numbered 1026 in the fleet of Blue Belle, London S.W.9, MLL250 was an early Bedford SB with a Duple C33F body which had been new in March 1952.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
487. NTJ526
Bailey, Turvey acquired NTJ526 from Hood, Morecambe in February 1959. It was an Albion FT39N Victor with Duple FC33F body which had been new to Battersby, Morecambe in March 1952 and is seen in Bedford.
Photo taken Saturday 6 February 1960, The Broadway, Bedford
Bailey, Turvey acquired NTJ526 from Hood, Morecambe in February 1959. It was an Albion FT39N Victor with Duple FC33F body which had been new to Battersby, Morecambe in March 1952 and is seen in Bedford.
Photo taken Saturday 6 February 1960, The Broadway, Bedford
488. PDD472
A rear view of PDD472 seen here with Foster, Glastonbury. It was a Daimler D650HS Freeline with a Duple Elizabethan C41C body.
Photo taken Tuesday 27 July 1971
A rear view of PDD472 seen here with Foster, Glastonbury. It was a Daimler D650HS Freeline with a Duple Elizabethan C41C body.
Photo taken Tuesday 27 July 1971
489. PUA488
PUA488 was a 1952 Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tiger with a Duple Ambassador C41C body in the Wallace Arnold, Leeds fleet.
Photo taken Sunday 19 May 1957, Sayner Road Garage, Leeds
PUA488 was a 1952 Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tiger with a Duple Ambassador C41C body in the Wallace Arnold, Leeds fleet.
Photo taken Sunday 19 May 1957, Sayner Road Garage, Leeds
490. TVW388
Letch, Sible Hedingham TVW388 was a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega body which was seen at Braintree. It was acquired in September 1955 from L.C. Meggs, Halstead to whom it had been new in March 1952 and passed to McGregor, Sible Hedingham in June 1960.
Photo taken Saturday 6 December 1958, Braintree Bus Park
Letch, Sible Hedingham TVW388 was a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega body which was seen at Braintree. It was acquired in September 1955 from L.C. Meggs, Halstead to whom it had been new in March 1952 and passed to McGregor, Sible Hedingham in June 1960.
Photo taken Saturday 6 December 1958, Braintree Bus Park
491. XMT80
XMT80, a Leyland Royal Tiger with Duple C37C body built in 1952. Originally owned by Venture, Hendon and sold in 1960 to Banfields.
Photo taken Sunday 31 January 1965, Seaway Car Park, Southend
XMT80, a Leyland Royal Tiger with Duple C37C body built in 1952. Originally owned by Venture, Hendon and sold in 1960 to Banfields.
Photo taken Sunday 31 January 1965, Seaway Car Park, Southend
492. XRE849
Green's of Thorney XRE849, a Bedford SB with Duple Vega C37F body, originally new to Nickolls of Milford, Staffs in 1952. Alongside is Premier Travel UDK314, an AEC Reliance MU3RA with Burlingham Seagull C41F body, new to Yelloway, Rochdale in 1959.
Photo taken September 1969, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
Green's of Thorney XRE849, a Bedford SB with Duple Vega C37F body, originally new to Nickolls of Milford, Staffs in 1952. Alongside is Premier Travel UDK314, an AEC Reliance MU3RA with Burlingham Seagull C41F body, new to Yelloway, Rochdale in 1959.
Photo taken September 1969, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
493. EBV281
EBV281, was a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C37F body new in March 1953 to Cronshaw, London N.W.4, passing to Digby, West Bergholt, then to Neale, Teddington and to Windsorian, Windsor before passing to Hunt (Carshalton Belle), Carshalton with whom it is seen operating on a section of London Transport route 151 which ran between Hackbridge (Reynolds Close) and Morden Station on Sundays.
Photo taken Sunday 12 December 1965
EBV281, was a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C37F body new in March 1953 to Cronshaw, London N.W.4, passing to Digby, West Bergholt, then to Neale, Teddington and to Windsorian, Windsor before passing to Hunt (Carshalton Belle), Carshalton with whom it is seen operating on a section of London Transport route 151 which ran between Hackbridge (Reynolds Close) and Morden Station on Sundays.
Photo taken Sunday 12 December 1965
494. FCK569
Seen at Victoria Coach Station is Scout, Preston FCK569, which was a Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tiger with a Duple Coronation Ambassador C41C body, the last one of three new in 1953.
Photo taken Wednesday 3 June 1959, London Victoria Coach Station
Seen at Victoria Coach Station is Scout, Preston FCK569, which was a Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tiger with a Duple Coronation Ambassador C41C body, the last one of three new in 1953.
Photo taken Wednesday 3 June 1959, London Victoria Coach Station
495. GBW818
Slatter, Long Hanborough 25, GBW818, was a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C33F body new in April 1953 which is seen here at Gloucester Green, Oxford.
Photo taken Wednesday 20 August 1958, Gloucester Green, Oxford
Slatter, Long Hanborough 25, GBW818, was a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C33F body new in April 1953 which is seen here at Gloucester Green, Oxford.
Photo taken Wednesday 20 August 1958, Gloucester Green, Oxford
496. HFN1
East Kent HFN1 was one of two Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tigers with a Duple Coronation Ambassador C32C bodies which was seen at Victoria Coach Station in London.
Photo taken Sunday 28 June 1964, London Victoria Coach Station
East Kent HFN1 was one of two Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tigers with a Duple Coronation Ambassador C32C bodies which was seen at Victoria Coach Station in London.
Photo taken Sunday 28 June 1964, London Victoria Coach Station
497. JKU500
Feather Brothers (Wallace Arnold Group) JKU500, was an AEC Regal IV with a Duple C41C body of 1953. The company was bought by Wallace Arnold in 1955, but it retained its Feather Brothers identity until withdrawal in 1960.
Photo taken 1960, Whitby Harbour
Feather Brothers (Wallace Arnold Group) JKU500, was an AEC Regal IV with a Duple C41C body of 1953. The company was bought by Wallace Arnold in 1955, but it retained its Feather Brothers identity until withdrawal in 1960.
Photo taken 1960, Whitby Harbour
498. JWS601
Edinburgh 321, JWS601, was an ex-London Transport utility Guy Arab 5LW (G264 - GYL405) rebodied on acquisition by Duple/Nudd in 1953 as H31/24R and fitted with Leyland PD2/20 style grille.
Photo taken Tuesday 27 July 1965, Princes Street
Edinburgh 321, JWS601, was an ex-London Transport utility Guy Arab 5LW (G264 - GYL405) rebodied on acquisition by Duple/Nudd in 1953 as H31/24R and fitted with Leyland PD2/20 style grille.
Photo taken Tuesday 27 July 1965, Princes Street
499. JWS603
Edinburgh 323, JWS603, was a former wartime LT Guy Arab II (HGC177), rebuilt in 1953 with this Duple/Nudd H31/24R body.
Photo taken 1965, Leith Walk, Edinburgh
Edinburgh 323, JWS603, was a former wartime LT Guy Arab II (HGC177), rebuilt in 1953 with this Duple/Nudd H31/24R body.
Photo taken 1965, Leith Walk, Edinburgh
500. JWS623
Edinburgh 343, JWS623, was a former London Transport Guy Arab II of 1943 (GYL349), rebuilt by Duple/Nudd with this semi-full front H31/24R body in 1953.
Photo taken 1965, Leith Walk (Antigua St.)/London Rd, Edinburgh
Edinburgh 343, JWS623, was a former London Transport Guy Arab II of 1943 (GYL349), rebuilt by Duple/Nudd with this semi-full front H31/24R body in 1953.
Photo taken 1965, Leith Walk (Antigua St.)/London Rd, Edinburgh
501. LGA405
LGA405, seen with A.E. Gillard, Normanton, was a Daimler D650HS Freeline with a Duple Coronation Ambassador body, new in 1953 to Northern Roadways, Glasgow, when its configuration was C30CT.
Photo taken Saturday 14 February 1959, Millgarth Street Car Park, Leeds
LGA405, seen with A.E. Gillard, Normanton, was a Daimler D650HS Freeline with a Duple Coronation Ambassador body, new in 1953 to Northern Roadways, Glasgow, when its configuration was C30CT.
Photo taken Saturday 14 February 1959, Millgarth Street Car Park, Leeds
502. LYP425
Samuelson, London S.W.1 LYP425, a Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tiger had a Duple Ambassador C37C body and is seen at Victoria Coach Station in Hunting Clan livery for one of Samuelson’s airport contracts.
Photo taken Sunday 16 October 1960, London Victoria Coach Station
Samuelson, London S.W.1 LYP425, a Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tiger had a Duple Ambassador C37C body and is seen at Victoria Coach Station in Hunting Clan livery for one of Samuelson’s airport contracts.
Photo taken Sunday 16 October 1960, London Victoria Coach Station
503. MCD48
Southdown 1648, MCD48, was one of five Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tigers with a Duple Coronation Ambassador C41C body new in 1953 and is seen here on South Parade, Southsea.
Photo taken Sunday 15 June 1958, South Parade, Southsea
Southdown 1648, MCD48, was one of five Leyland PSU1/15 Royal Tigers with a Duple Coronation Ambassador C41C body new in 1953 and is seen here on South Parade, Southsea.
Photo taken Sunday 15 June 1958, South Parade, Southsea
504. MUF650
Southdown 1650, MUF650, a Leyland Royal Tiger PSU1/16 with Duple body, seen in Wellington Street coach station in Leeds was operating on a service to Harrogate from Worthing via Brighton as shown by the roof boards and the 'Through coach to Harrogate' on the front.
Photo taken Saturday 1 September 1956, Wellington Street Coach Station, Leeds
Southdown 1650, MUF650, a Leyland Royal Tiger PSU1/16 with Duple body, seen in Wellington Street coach station in Leeds was operating on a service to Harrogate from Worthing via Brighton as shown by the roof boards and the 'Through coach to Harrogate' on the front.
Photo taken Saturday 1 September 1956, Wellington Street Coach Station, Leeds
505. MUF652
MUF652, ex-Southdown Leyland PSU1/16 with Duple C41F body built in 1953.
Photo taken Saturday 8 October 1966
MUF652, ex-Southdown Leyland PSU1/16 with Duple C41F body built in 1953.
Photo taken Saturday 8 October 1966
506. MUF659
Southdown 1659, MUF659, a Duple Ambassador C41C bodied Leyland PSU1/16 Royal Tiger new in 1953 is seen at Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Saturday 19 July 1958, London Victoria Coach Station
Southdown 1659, MUF659, a Duple Ambassador C41C bodied Leyland PSU1/16 Royal Tiger new in 1953 is seen at Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Saturday 19 July 1958, London Victoria Coach Station
507. NUW965
Seen here at Ascot racecourse, Moore (t/a Imperial), Windsor NUW965 was a Bedford SB with a Duple C35F body which had been new to Timpson, London S.E.6 in June 1953.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
Seen here at Ascot racecourse, Moore (t/a Imperial), Windsor NUW965 was a Bedford SB with a Duple C35F body which had been new to Timpson, London S.E.6 in June 1953.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
508. NUW966
New to Timpson, London S.E.6 in June 1953 but seen here at Ascot with Moore (t/a Imperial), Windsor, NUW966 was a Bedford SB with a Duple C35F body.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
New to Timpson, London S.E.6 in June 1953 but seen here at Ascot with Moore (t/a Imperial), Windsor, NUW966 was a Bedford SB with a Duple C35F body.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
509. NXL847
NXL847, a AEC Regal III with Duple C39F body new in 1953 to Eastern Belle, Bow. Currently owned by Roger Burdett of Coventry who bought it from WHM (Brentwood) Ltd t/a Brentwood Coaches.
Photo taken Saturday 28 April 2012, Cultra
NXL847, a AEC Regal III with Duple C39F body new in 1953 to Eastern Belle, Bow. Currently owned by Roger Burdett of Coventry who bought it from WHM (Brentwood) Ltd t/a Brentwood Coaches.
Photo taken Saturday 28 April 2012, Cultra
510. ODV38
Blue Coaches of Woolacombe ODV38, a 1953 Bedford SB with Duple Vega body.
Photo taken July 1969, Mortehoe, North Devon
Blue Coaches of Woolacombe ODV38, a 1953 Bedford SB with Duple Vega body.
Photo taken July 1969, Mortehoe, North Devon
511. ODV38
Blue Coaches, Woolacombe ODV38, a Bedford SB with Duple Vega C35F body, new in 1953.
Photo taken July 1969, Watersmeet Hotel, between Woolacombe and Mortehoe, Devon
Blue Coaches, Woolacombe ODV38, a Bedford SB with Duple Vega C35F body, new in 1953.
Photo taken July 1969, Watersmeet Hotel, between Woolacombe and Mortehoe, Devon
512. SB9281
Craig (West Coast Motors), Campbeltown SB9281, a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C35F body seen in Longrow, Campbeltown outside their office, was new in 1953 to Gold Line, Dunoon passing firstly to West Coast Motor Service and then to Craig (West Coast Motors), Campbeltown in 1959.
Photo taken Friday 14 August 1964, Longrow, Campbeltown
Craig (West Coast Motors), Campbeltown SB9281, a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C35F body seen in Longrow, Campbeltown outside their office, was new in 1953 to Gold Line, Dunoon passing firstly to West Coast Motor Service and then to Craig (West Coast Motors), Campbeltown in 1959.
Photo taken Friday 14 August 1964, Longrow, Campbeltown
513. YMP551
Hutchings & Cornelius, South Petherton YMP551, a Bedford SB with a Duple C37F body had been acquired from Hill, Stibb Cross in June 1967, having been new in 1953 to J.M. London N.7., and is seen at the garage.
Photo taken Saturday 15 June 1968, South Petherton Garage
Hutchings & Cornelius, South Petherton YMP551, a Bedford SB with a Duple C37F body had been acquired from Hill, Stibb Cross in June 1967, having been new in 1953 to J.M. London N.7., and is seen at the garage.
Photo taken Saturday 15 June 1968, South Petherton Garage
514. 16412
Tally Ho!, St. Peter Port, Guernsey acquired this Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C36F body from Tantivy, St. Helier 24 in February 1973. Here it is registered 16412 whereas it had been J25784 with Tantivy, whose livery it still carried when photographed on the quayside at St. Peter Port.
Photo taken Saturday 26 May 1973, St. Peter Port, Guernsey
Tally Ho!, St. Peter Port, Guernsey acquired this Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C36F body from Tantivy, St. Helier 24 in February 1973. Here it is registered 16412 whereas it had been J25784 with Tantivy, whose livery it still carried when photographed on the quayside at St. Peter Port.
Photo taken Saturday 26 May 1973, St. Peter Port, Guernsey
515. 208BRE
Seen operating the 98b route between Ruislip Station and Rayners Lane is 208BRE of Cheek (t/a Elms Coaches), Kenton. It was a Bedford SBO with a Duple C36F body.
Photo taken Saturday 2 September 1967, Station Approach, Ruislip Station
Seen operating the 98b route between Ruislip Station and Rayners Lane is 208BRE of Cheek (t/a Elms Coaches), Kenton. It was a Bedford SBO with a Duple C36F body.
Photo taken Saturday 2 September 1967, Station Approach, Ruislip Station
516. 49CMF
49CMF was a Bedford SB ex-Fountain of Twickenham but here pictured with Moody, Northfleet.
Photo taken May 1971, Rose Street, Northfleet
49CMF was a Bedford SB ex-Fountain of Twickenham but here pictured with Moody, Northfleet.
Photo taken May 1971, Rose Street, Northfleet
517. HJG18
East Kent HJG18, a Dennis Lancet with Duple C41C body, new in 1954
Photo taken c. 1956, London Victoria Coach Station
East Kent HJG18, a Dennis Lancet with Duple C41C body, new in 1954
Photo taken c. 1956, London Victoria Coach Station
518. HJG4
East Kent HJG4 was a Duple Ambassador IV C41C bodied Dennis Lancet UF new in 1954 seen at Victoria Coach Station. It had been new as C26C for touring coach duties and was upseated in March 1957.
Photo taken Saturday 19 July 1958, London Victoria Coach Station
East Kent HJG4 was a Duple Ambassador IV C41C bodied Dennis Lancet UF new in 1954 seen at Victoria Coach Station. It had been new as C26C for touring coach duties and was upseated in March 1957.
Photo taken Saturday 19 July 1958, London Victoria Coach Station
519. HTL78
McKechnie & Cole (Cream Bus Service), Stamford 7, HTL78, was a Bedford SBG with a Duple C36F body new in April 1954 and is seen here at Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough. It was one of twenty-one buses which passed with the business to Barton Transport in February 1961 and was numbered 893.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
McKechnie & Cole (Cream Bus Service), Stamford 7, HTL78, was a Bedford SBG with a Duple C36F body new in April 1954 and is seen here at Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough. It was one of twenty-one buses which passed with the business to Barton Transport in February 1961 and was numbered 893.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
520. KNT874
Boulton, Cardington, KNT874, seen in Shrewsbury, was a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C36F body which had been new in 1954 to Scoltock, Much Wenlock from whom it was acquired in April 1963. The fleet number 3 is that of its previous operator.
Photo taken early 1971, Shrewsbury
Boulton, Cardington, KNT874, seen in Shrewsbury, was a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C36F body which had been new in 1954 to Scoltock, Much Wenlock from whom it was acquired in April 1963. The fleet number 3 is that of its previous operator.
Photo taken early 1971, Shrewsbury
521. KWV194
Warren's of Ticehurst KWV194, an AEC Reliance MU3RV with Duple Elizabethan C41C body, new in 1954 to Shergold of Tidworth.
Photo taken July 1970, Madeira Drive, Brighton
Warren's of Ticehurst KWV194, an AEC Reliance MU3RV with Duple Elizabethan C41C body, new in 1954 to Shergold of Tidworth.
Photo taken July 1970, Madeira Drive, Brighton
522. L3853
Aden Bus Company L3853, a Bedford SB with a Duple C35F body was imported from the UK, but the previous operator and registration number is not recorded.
Photo taken c.1960/2, Aden
Aden Bus Company L3853, a Bedford SB with a Duple C35F body was imported from the UK, but the previous operator and registration number is not recorded.
Photo taken c.1960/2, Aden
523. L4731
L4731 of the Aden Bus Company was a Bedford SBO with a Duple C38F body and had been new in March 1954 as OLL460 of Orange, London N.16. Withdrawn by them in January 1960 it was exported to Aden by September 1961.
Photo taken c.1960/2, Aden
L4731 of the Aden Bus Company was a Bedford SBO with a Duple C38F body and had been new in March 1954 as OLL460 of Orange, London N.16. Withdrawn by them in January 1960 it was exported to Aden by September 1961.
Photo taken c.1960/2, Aden
524. MCG149
New in 1954 to Yellow Bus Services MCG149 was a Bedford SBO with Duple Vega C39F body and is seen in Onslow Street Bus Station, Guilford.
Photo taken Saturday 14 June 1958, Onslow Street Bus Station, Guildford
New in 1954 to Yellow Bus Services MCG149 was a Bedford SBO with Duple Vega C39F body and is seen in Onslow Street Bus Station, Guilford.
Photo taken Saturday 14 June 1958, Onslow Street Bus Station, Guildford
525. MUF620
Southdown 620, MUF620, a 1954 Leyland Tiger Cub PSUC1/1 fitted with Duple (Nudd Bros & Lockyer) B39F bodywork.
Photo taken 1966, Marine Parade, Worthing
Southdown 620, MUF620, a 1954 Leyland Tiger Cub PSUC1/1 fitted with Duple (Nudd Bros & Lockyer) B39F bodywork.
Photo taken 1966, Marine Parade, Worthing
526. MUF625
Southdown 625, MUF625, a 1954 Leyland Tiger Cub PSUC1/1 with Duple (Nudd Bros & Lockyer) B39F bodywork, pictured shortly before withdrawal.
Photo taken 1968, Pool Valley Bus Station, Brighton
Southdown 625, MUF625, a 1954 Leyland Tiger Cub PSUC1/1 with Duple (Nudd Bros & Lockyer) B39F bodywork, pictured shortly before withdrawal.
Photo taken 1968, Pool Valley Bus Station, Brighton
527. NCD666
Southdown 1666, NCD666, a Leyland Royal Tiger PSU1/16 with Duple C41C body, new in 1954
Photo taken c. 1956, London Victoria Coach Station
Southdown 1666, NCD666, a Leyland Royal Tiger PSU1/16 with Duple C41C body, new in 1954
Photo taken c. 1956, London Victoria Coach Station
528. NUF74
Southdown entered 1845, NUF74, a Duple Ambassador C26C bodied Leyland PSU1/16 Royal Tiger in the British Coach Rally. It is seen here in Sutherland Street before starting its journey from Victoria Coach Station to Brighton. It had been new in 1954 as number 1674 when it seated 41. It was reseated and renumbered in 1957.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Sutherland Street, London
Southdown entered 1845, NUF74, a Duple Ambassador C26C bodied Leyland PSU1/16 Royal Tiger in the British Coach Rally. It is seen here in Sutherland Street before starting its journey from Victoria Coach Station to Brighton. It had been new in 1954 as number 1674 when it seated 41. It was reseated and renumbered in 1957.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Sutherland Street, London
529. OAD191
OAD191, a Duple Elizabethan C41C bodied A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance was new to Cottrell, Mitcheldean in July 1954 and was seen at the Council Depot, Craneford Way, Twickenham.
Photo taken Saturday 16 March 1963, Craneford Way, London Twickenham
OAD191, a Duple Elizabethan C41C bodied A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance was new to Cottrell, Mitcheldean in July 1954 and was seen at the Council Depot, Craneford Way, Twickenham.
Photo taken Saturday 16 March 1963, Craneford Way, London Twickenham
530. OWT325
Burrows 87, OWT325, an AEC Reliance new in December 1954 with Duple Elizabethan C41F body is seen in Leeds Bus Station next to a Kippax Motors Leyland bodied PD2/1 after that operator had been acquired by Wallace Arnold Tours.
Photo taken Saturday 6 October 1956, Leeds Central Bus Station
Burrows 87, OWT325, an AEC Reliance new in December 1954 with Duple Elizabethan C41F body is seen in Leeds Bus Station next to a Kippax Motors Leyland bodied PD2/1 after that operator had been acquired by Wallace Arnold Tours.
Photo taken Saturday 6 October 1956, Leeds Central Bus Station
531. OWT325
Having just entered the Coliseum Bus Station in Blackpool is Burrows, Wombwell 87, OWT325, an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Elizabethan C41F body new in 1954.
Photo taken Saturday 22 August 1964, Coliseum Bus Station, Blackpool
Having just entered the Coliseum Bus Station in Blackpool is Burrows, Wombwell 87, OWT325, an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Elizabethan C41F body new in 1954.
Photo taken Saturday 22 August 1964, Coliseum Bus Station, Blackpool
532. OXT303
New in June 1954 as number 1402 in the Blue Belle, London S.W.9 fleet, OXT303 had a Duple C38F body fitted to its Bedford SBO chassis and was seen at Ascot races.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
New in June 1954 as number 1402 in the Blue Belle, London S.W.9 fleet, OXT303 had a Duple C38F body fitted to its Bedford SBO chassis and was seen at Ascot races.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
533. PPW848
Eastern Counties BVS848, reg. PPW848, a Bedford SBO with Duple DP35F body, new in 1954, seen here at the pumps with a collection of Eastern Counties buses behind including FL LFL57 on the left
Photo taken Tuesday 18 August 1964, Norwich Bus Station
Eastern Counties BVS848, reg. PPW848, a Bedford SBO with Duple DP35F body, new in 1954, seen here at the pumps with a collection of Eastern Counties buses behind including FL LFL57 on the left
Photo taken Tuesday 18 August 1964, Norwich Bus Station
534. PPW852
Eastern Counties BVS852, PPW852, was a Bedford SBO with a Duple DP35F body. Originally seating C37F and one of eighteen such coaches new in 1954 it was originally numbered BV852 and was renumbered in 1959 after being re-seated and repainted into bus livery. These vehicles had Gardner 4LK engines, rather than the usual Perkins one and also had David Brown 5-speed gearboxes.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
Eastern Counties BVS852, PPW852, was a Bedford SBO with a Duple DP35F body. Originally seating C37F and one of eighteen such coaches new in 1954 it was originally numbered BV852 and was renumbered in 1959 after being re-seated and repainted into bus livery. These vehicles had Gardner 4LK engines, rather than the usual Perkins one and also had David Brown 5-speed gearboxes.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
535. PPW863
Eastern Counties BV863, PPW863, was a Bedford SBO with a Duple C37F body new in July 1954, seen here in Clacton.
Photo taken Tuesday 1 September 1959, Clacton
Eastern Counties BV863, PPW863, was a Bedford SBO with a Duple C37F body new in July 1954, seen here in Clacton.
Photo taken Tuesday 1 September 1959, Clacton
536. UPL6
Duval, Surbiton 48, UPL6, was a Bedford SBO with a Duple Vega C36F body new in May 1954.
Photo taken Saturday 25 August 1962, Nutley, Sussex
Duval, Surbiton 48, UPL6, was a Bedford SBO with a Duple Vega C36F body new in May 1954.
Photo taken Saturday 25 August 1962, Nutley, Sussex
537. VPA261
Yellow Bus Services Ltd. VPA261 seen at Onslow Street Bus Station in Guildford was a Dennis L9 Falcon with Duple C35F coachwork new in June 1954.
Photo taken Saturday 14 June 1958, Onslow Street Bus Station, Guildford
Yellow Bus Services Ltd. VPA261 seen at Onslow Street Bus Station in Guildford was a Dennis L9 Falcon with Duple C35F coachwork new in June 1954.
Photo taken Saturday 14 June 1958, Onslow Street Bus Station, Guildford
538. VPA262
Yellow Bus Services Ltd. VPA262 seen at Onslow Street Bus Station in Guildford was a Dennis L9 Falcon with Duple C35F coachwork new in June 1954.
Photo taken Saturday 14 June 1958, Onslow Street Bus Station, Guildford
Yellow Bus Services Ltd. VPA262 seen at Onslow Street Bus Station in Guildford was a Dennis L9 Falcon with Duple C35F coachwork new in June 1954.
Photo taken Saturday 14 June 1958, Onslow Street Bus Station, Guildford
539. VS6440
Seen at Spittalfield is VS6440, a Duple Elizabethan C41C bodied Atkinson PL745H Alpha which had been new in November 1954 to Doig, Greenock. It passed to Blair & Palmer, Carlisle in May 1963, to MacRae, Fortrose in June 1967 and to McLennan in 1968, entering service in July 1969.
Photo taken Wednesday 29 July 1970, Spittalfield
Seen at Spittalfield is VS6440, a Duple Elizabethan C41C bodied Atkinson PL745H Alpha which had been new in November 1954 to Doig, Greenock. It passed to Blair & Palmer, Carlisle in May 1963, to MacRae, Fortrose in June 1967 and to McLennan in 1968, entering service in July 1969.
Photo taken Wednesday 29 July 1970, Spittalfield
540. 240EMC
240EMC, a Leyland Tiger Cub PSUC with Duple C41C body, operated by Empire's Best on hire to Wimpey. This coach was new in 1955 to Venture, Hendon and was acquired by Empire's Best in 1960
Photo taken Saturday 27 March 1965, Seaway Car Park, Southend
240EMC, a Leyland Tiger Cub PSUC with Duple C41C body, operated by Empire's Best on hire to Wimpey. This coach was new in 1955 to Venture, Hendon and was acquired by Empire's Best in 1960
Photo taken Saturday 27 March 1965, Seaway Car Park, Southend
541. 35EME
Welshways, Menai Bridge, 35EME, an AEC Reliance Duple Elizabethan C41C new in 1955 to Enterprise Coaches of Kenton NW London.
Photo taken May 1968, Menai Bridge, Anglesey
Welshways, Menai Bridge, 35EME, an AEC Reliance Duple Elizabethan C41C new in 1955 to Enterprise Coaches of Kenton NW London.
Photo taken May 1968, Menai Bridge, Anglesey
542. 475CTW
Bedford SBG 475CTW, seen on an excursion to Ascot races, had been new to Hooks, Great Oakley in 1955 with a Duple C38F body.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
Bedford SBG 475CTW, seen on an excursion to Ascot races, had been new to Hooks, Great Oakley in 1955 with a Duple C38F body.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
543. 52EML
Duple Elizabethan C41C bodywork was carried by 52EML, an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance in the fleet of Harris, Grays.
Photo taken Sunday 15 November 1964, Depot, Giffords Cross Road, Corringham
Duple Elizabethan C41C bodywork was carried by 52EML, an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance in the fleet of Harris, Grays.
Photo taken Sunday 15 November 1964, Depot, Giffords Cross Road, Corringham
544. 74EMU
Spiers, Henley-on-Thames 74EMU was a Commer Avenger II with a Duple C41F body which was new to him in May 1955 and which was taking part in the 1959 British Coach Rally. It is seen here in Sutherland Street whilst waiting to take up its position at the start line in Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Sutherland Street, London
Spiers, Henley-on-Thames 74EMU was a Commer Avenger II with a Duple C41F body which was new to him in May 1955 and which was taking part in the 1959 British Coach Rally. It is seen here in Sutherland Street whilst waiting to take up its position at the start line in Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Sutherland Street, London
545. 762DMV
Everyman Coaches of Maudlin, Chichester operated this 1955 Seddon Mk III, with Duple 'Elizabethan' C41C body. 762DMV was purchased from A C Luxury Coaches of SE15 who apparently had three, 761-3 DMV!
Photo taken Saturday 11 July 1964, Susans Road Central Coach Station, Eastbourne
Everyman Coaches of Maudlin, Chichester operated this 1955 Seddon Mk III, with Duple 'Elizabethan' C41C body. 762DMV was purchased from A C Luxury Coaches of SE15 who apparently had three, 761-3 DMV!
Photo taken Saturday 11 July 1964, Susans Road Central Coach Station, Eastbourne
546. 936GMH
Jennings, Clare 936GMH, an AEC MU3RV Reliance with Duple Elizabethan C41C body leaves King’s Cross Coach Station, Pentonville Road on the last evening of use of the station.
Photo taken Sunday 31 October 1965, Pentonville Road Coach Station, London Kings Cross
Jennings, Clare 936GMH, an AEC MU3RV Reliance with Duple Elizabethan C41C body leaves King’s Cross Coach Station, Pentonville Road on the last evening of use of the station.
Photo taken Sunday 31 October 1965, Pentonville Road Coach Station, London Kings Cross
547. ASB374
J W Wylie, Stromness, Orkney, ASB374, a Bedford SBO built 1955 with Duple C36F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Stromness, Orkney
J W Wylie, Stromness, Orkney, ASB374, a Bedford SBO built 1955 with Duple C36F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Stromness, Orkney
548. BSY929
Sandwick Transport Co., Sandwick, Shetland, BSY929, a Bedford SBG built in 1955 with Duple Vega C36F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Sandwick, Shetland
Sandwick Transport Co., Sandwick, Shetland, BSY929, a Bedford SBG built in 1955 with Duple Vega C36F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Sandwick, Shetland
549. DCC125
Preserved former Whiteways DCC125, a Bedford SBG with Duple Super-Vega C38F body, new in June 1955.
Photo taken Sunday 9 October 2011, Central Park, Canvey Island
Preserved former Whiteways DCC125, a Bedford SBG with Duple Super-Vega C38F body, new in June 1955.
Photo taken Sunday 9 October 2011, Central Park, Canvey Island
550. FVD684
Moody's Northfleet Bedford SB Duple Vega FVD684.
Photo taken sometime in 1968, Rose Street, Northfleet, Kent
Moody's Northfleet Bedford SB Duple Vega FVD684.
Photo taken sometime in 1968, Rose Street, Northfleet, Kent
551. GM7038
Peace, Kirkwall, Orkney, GM7038, a Bedford SBG built in 1955 with Duple Vega C38F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Junction Road, Kirkwall
Peace, Kirkwall, Orkney, GM7038, a Bedford SBG built in 1955 with Duple Vega C38F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Junction Road, Kirkwall
552. HBA137
Blue Bird (JDW) HBA137, Bedford SBO / Duple, ex-Fords (Shotley).
Photo taken October 1972, Ipswich
Blue Bird (JDW) HBA137, Bedford SBO / Duple, ex-Fords (Shotley).
Photo taken October 1972, Ipswich
553. JRD990
Smith, Reading JRD990 was an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Elizabethan C41C body seen in Hastings, and had been new in March 1955.
Photo taken Saturday 25 August 1962, Hastings
Smith, Reading JRD990 was an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Elizabethan C41C body seen in Hastings, and had been new in March 1955.
Photo taken Saturday 25 August 1962, Hastings
554. LDL627
Southern Vectis 225, LDL627, was a Bedford SBO with a Duple C38F body new in 1955.
Photo taken Sunday 1 September 1963, Ryde, Isle of Wight
Southern Vectis 225, LDL627, was a Bedford SBO with a Duple C38F body new in 1955.
Photo taken Sunday 1 September 1963, Ryde, Isle of Wight
555. LRP700
Seen at Ascot, LRP700 was a Leyland PSUC1/2 Tiger Cub with a Duple Elizabethan C41C body new to York Bros., Northampton 61 in June 1955.
Photo taken Saturday 23 June 1962, Ascot
Seen at Ascot, LRP700 was a Leyland PSUC1/2 Tiger Cub with a Duple Elizabethan C41C body new to York Bros., Northampton 61 in June 1955.
Photo taken Saturday 23 June 1962, Ascot
556. LUT805
LUT805 was an A E C Reliance MU3RV built in 1955 with Duple Elizabethan C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1975, Limerick
LUT805 was an A E C Reliance MU3RV built in 1955 with Duple Elizabethan C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1975, Limerick
557. LUX336
Vagg, Knockin Heath LUX336 was a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C36F body new in March 1955.
Photo taken early 1971
Vagg, Knockin Heath LUX336 was a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C36F body new in March 1955.
Photo taken early 1971
558. LVA871
Tyne Valley Coaches 8, LVA871 was an Albion FT39ALF with Duple C35F bodywork which had been ‘new’ in May 1955 to Hutchison’s of Overtown. It was one of four similar vehicles new to Hutchison’s in 1955 (LVA872, LVD 635 & LVD 891 being the others) and started life in February 1954 as an unregistered Albion demonstrator (chassis only) before being sold to Millburn Motors. Fitted with its Duple body, it was sold to Hutchison in May 1955.
Photo taken 1969, Acomb Depot
Tyne Valley Coaches 8, LVA871 was an Albion FT39ALF with Duple C35F bodywork which had been ‘new’ in May 1955 to Hutchison’s of Overtown. It was one of four similar vehicles new to Hutchison’s in 1955 (LVA872, LVD 635 & LVD 891 being the others) and started life in February 1954 as an unregistered Albion demonstrator (chassis only) before being sold to Millburn Motors. Fitted with its Duple body, it was sold to Hutchison in May 1955.
Photo taken 1969, Acomb Depot
559. LVA872
Gibson, Moffatt LVA872, an Albion FT39AL with a Duple C35F body was acquired in April 1961 from Hutchison, Overtown to whom it had been new in 1955. It is seen outside the Western S.M.T. office in Dumfries.
Photo taken Tuesday 5 June 1962, Whitesands, Dumfries
Gibson, Moffatt LVA872, an Albion FT39AL with a Duple C35F body was acquired in April 1961 from Hutchison, Overtown to whom it had been new in 1955. It is seen outside the Western S.M.T. office in Dumfries.
Photo taken Tuesday 5 June 1962, Whitesands, Dumfries
560. LVD232
Mobile home LVD232, an Albion Victor FT39A built in 1955 with Duple bodywork.
Photo taken July 1977, Perth
Mobile home LVD232, an Albion Victor FT39A built in 1955 with Duple bodywork.
Photo taken July 1977, Perth
561. MGV777
Mulley, Ixworth 55, MGV777, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple C41F body which was seen at the Council Depot, Craneford Way, Twickenham.
Photo taken Saturday 16 March 1963, Craneford Way, London Twickenham
Mulley, Ixworth 55, MGV777, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple C41F body which was seen at the Council Depot, Craneford Way, Twickenham.
Photo taken Saturday 16 March 1963, Craneford Way, London Twickenham
562. MHO627
Safeguard, Guildford MHO627 was a Duple bodied Bedford SB and is seen at Ascot.
Photo taken Saturday 19 July 1958, Ascot
Safeguard, Guildford MHO627 was a Duple bodied Bedford SB and is seen at Ascot.
Photo taken Saturday 19 July 1958, Ascot
563. NOR511
Seen at Whipsnade Zoo is Barton 772, NOR511, which was an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Elizabethan body which had been acquired in 1957 from Creamline, Bordon to whom it was new in 1955. It had a special roof luggage rack. It was rebuilt to become the first of the ten Barton BTS2 models in 1969. Fitted with a Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F body it became number 1130 and was re-registered to YRR508H.
Photo taken Sunday 17 May 1959, Whipsnade Zoo
Seen at Whipsnade Zoo is Barton 772, NOR511, which was an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Elizabethan body which had been acquired in 1957 from Creamline, Bordon to whom it was new in 1955. It had a special roof luggage rack. It was rebuilt to become the first of the ten Barton BTS2 models in 1969. Fitted with a Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F body it became number 1130 and was re-registered to YRR508H.
Photo taken Sunday 17 May 1959, Whipsnade Zoo
564. OCG9
Barton 771, OCG9, was an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Elizabethan C43F body new in July 1955 to Creamline, Bordon. It was acquired in April 1957 and is seen at Huntingdon Street Bus Station.
Photo taken Saturday 6 October 1962, Huntingdon Street Bus Station, Nottingham
Barton 771, OCG9, was an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Elizabethan C43F body new in July 1955 to Creamline, Bordon. It was acquired in April 1957 and is seen at Huntingdon Street Bus Station.
Photo taken Saturday 6 October 1962, Huntingdon Street Bus Station, Nottingham
565. ONP659
Spiers, Henley-on-Thames ONP659 was a Commer Avenger III with a Duple C39F body which was taking part in the 1959 British Coach Rally. It is seen here in Sutherland Street whilst waiting to take up its position at the start line in Victoria Coach Station. It was new to Price, Romsley in May 1955.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Sutherland Street, London
Spiers, Henley-on-Thames ONP659 was a Commer Avenger III with a Duple C39F body which was taking part in the 1959 British Coach Rally. It is seen here in Sutherland Street whilst waiting to take up its position at the start line in Victoria Coach Station. It was new to Price, Romsley in May 1955.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Sutherland Street, London
566. PDD980
Marchant, Cheltenham ran this AEC MU3RV Reliance with Duple Elizabethan C43F body, PDD980, new in 1955 as number 28.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, outside Marchant's premises, High Street, Cheltenham
Marchant, Cheltenham ran this AEC MU3RV Reliance with Duple Elizabethan C43F body, PDD980, new in 1955 as number 28.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, outside Marchant's premises, High Street, Cheltenham
567. REL57
Reliance, Newbury 106, REL57, was one of three Bedford SBGs with Duple Vega C38F bodies acquired from Shamrock & Rambler in 1965 and is seen at their garage.
Photo taken Sunday 27 March 1966, Reliance Garage, Newbury
Reliance, Newbury 106, REL57, was one of three Bedford SBGs with Duple Vega C38F bodies acquired from Shamrock & Rambler in 1965 and is seen at their garage.
Photo taken Sunday 27 March 1966, Reliance Garage, Newbury
568. RKC226
Liverpool L125, RKC226, a Leyland Titan PD2/20 built ca 1955 with Duple H32/26R bodywork.
Photo taken September 1969, Old Haymarket, Liverpool
Liverpool L125, RKC226, a Leyland Titan PD2/20 built ca 1955 with Duple H32/26R bodywork.
Photo taken September 1969, Old Haymarket, Liverpool
569. RKC227
Liverpool L126, RKC227, a Leyland PD2/20 of 1955 with Duple H32/26R body
Photo taken 1961, Pier Head
Liverpool L126, RKC227, a Leyland PD2/20 of 1955 with Duple H32/26R body
Photo taken 1961, Pier Head
570. RLM591
United Service Transport of Merton, South London 1088, RLM591, a 1955 Bedford SBO with Duple 'Vega' coachwork on the daily summer express service to Eastbourne.
Photo taken Tuesday 3 August 1965, Susans Road Central Coach Station, Eastbourne
United Service Transport of Merton, South London 1088, RLM591, a 1955 Bedford SBO with Duple 'Vega' coachwork on the daily summer express service to Eastbourne.
Photo taken Tuesday 3 August 1965, Susans Road Central Coach Station, Eastbourne
571. RUE696
Wessex Coaches, Bristol, RUE696, a Bedford SBG built in 1955 with Duple C38F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1971, Hartlepool Nuclear Power Station construction site
Wessex Coaches, Bristol, RUE696, a Bedford SBG built in 1955 with Duple C38F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1971, Hartlepool Nuclear Power Station construction site
572. RVM37
Stevenson, Spath RVM37 was a Daimler D650HS Freeline with a Duple Elizabethan C41C body seen at their garage.
Photo taken Sunday 16 July 1967
Stevenson, Spath RVM37 was a Daimler D650HS Freeline with a Duple Elizabethan C41C body seen at their garage.
Photo taken Sunday 16 July 1967
573. SNX336
Williamson, Shrewsbury acquired SNX336 in March 1966 from Ashley, Dawley, who had in turn acquired it from Edwards, Llanrwst in October 1962. This Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C37F body had been new to Wainfleet, Nuneaton in July 1955 and passed to Edwards in August 1962.
Photo taken early 1971, Barker Street Bus Station, Shrewsbury
Williamson, Shrewsbury acquired SNX336 in March 1966 from Ashley, Dawley, who had in turn acquired it from Edwards, Llanrwst in October 1962. This Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C37F body had been new to Wainfleet, Nuneaton in July 1955 and passed to Edwards in August 1962.
Photo taken early 1971, Barker Street Bus Station, Shrewsbury
574. TBP250
Mitchell, Warnham TBP250 was a Leyland ECPO2/1R Comet with a Duple C36F body, new in June 1955 and seen at Carfax in Horsham.
Photo taken Saturday 30 January 1960, Carfax, Horsham
Mitchell, Warnham TBP250 was a Leyland ECPO2/1R Comet with a Duple C36F body, new in June 1955 and seen at Carfax in Horsham.
Photo taken Saturday 30 January 1960, Carfax, Horsham
575. TYD888
Wake, Sparkford TYD888 was an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Elizabethan C43F body new in May 1955, and was seen at their garage.
Photo taken Sunday 28 April 1963, outside Wake's Sparkford Garage
Wake, Sparkford TYD888 was an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Elizabethan C43F body new in May 1955, and was seen at their garage.
Photo taken Sunday 28 April 1963, outside Wake's Sparkford Garage
576. UAE963
Wessex Coaches, Bristol, UAE963 a Bedford SB with Duple Vega C38F bodywork and built around 1955.
Photo taken July 1970, Hartlepool Nuclear Power Station
Wessex Coaches, Bristol, UAE963 a Bedford SB with Duple Vega C38F bodywork and built around 1955.
Photo taken July 1970, Hartlepool Nuclear Power Station
577. UTE746
Park Coachways of West Vale near Halifax UTE746, a Bedford SBG with Duple Super Vega C38F body, new in 1955.
Photo taken June 1971, Brow Bridge Garage, West Vale, near Halifax
Park Coachways of West Vale near Halifax UTE746, a Bedford SBG with Duple Super Vega C38F body, new in 1955.
Photo taken June 1971, Brow Bridge Garage, West Vale, near Halifax
579. VDH740
Seen here after withdrawal by Foster, Glastonbury. is VDH740, a Daimler D650HS Freeline with a Duple Elizabethan C41C body, which had been new in July 1955 to Central, Walsall.
Photo taken Tuesday 27 July 1971
Seen here after withdrawal by Foster, Glastonbury. is VDH740, a Daimler D650HS Freeline with a Duple Elizabethan C41C body, which had been new in July 1955 to Central, Walsall.
Photo taken Tuesday 27 July 1971
580. VTD214
Simpson, Gargrave (Pennine Motor Services) VTD214 was a Leyland ECPO2/1R Comet with Duple C36F body new in 1955 and is seen in Castle Street, Leeds operating on the Blackpool service on hire to the Yorkshire Pool operators.
Photo taken Saturday 11 August 1956, Castle Street, Leeds
Simpson, Gargrave (Pennine Motor Services) VTD214 was a Leyland ECPO2/1R Comet with Duple C36F body new in 1955 and is seen in Castle Street, Leeds operating on the Blackpool service on hire to the Yorkshire Pool operators.
Photo taken Saturday 11 August 1956, Castle Street, Leeds
581. WDP449
MDP449 is a classic Bedford SB Duple Vega and was parked up in the approach road at Corfe Castle station sometime during my 1967 holidays.
Photo taken 1967, Corfe Castle, Dorset
MDP449 is a classic Bedford SB Duple Vega and was parked up in the approach road at Corfe Castle station sometime during my 1967 holidays.
Photo taken 1967, Corfe Castle, Dorset
582. WPH10
Seen at Teddington Station operating a railway replacement service is Thomas, West Ewell WPH10, a Bedford SBO with a Duple C38F body new in March 1955.
Photo taken October 1964, Teddington Station
Seen at Teddington Station operating a railway replacement service is Thomas, West Ewell WPH10, a Bedford SBO with a Duple C38F body new in March 1955.
Photo taken October 1964, Teddington Station
583. 420FVX
Grasshoppers of Ilford acquired 420FVX, a Duple bodied Bedford SB in 1956. The C41F Coach was apparently destined to go to Hastings and Eastbourne - however it was heading for Walton-on-Naze.
Photo taken Monday 27 July 1959, Walton Road, Frinton-on-Sea
Grasshoppers of Ilford acquired 420FVX, a Duple bodied Bedford SB in 1956. The C41F Coach was apparently destined to go to Hastings and Eastbourne - however it was heading for Walton-on-Naze.
Photo taken Monday 27 July 1959, Walton Road, Frinton-on-Sea
584. 569APJ
Duval, Surbiton 54, 569APJ, a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body, new in 1956.
Photo taken Sunday 21 April 1963, Edward Street Coach Park, Brighton
Duval, Surbiton 54, 569APJ, a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body, new in 1956.
Photo taken Sunday 21 April 1963, Edward Street Coach Park, Brighton
585. 601BPA
601BPA was a 1956 Bedford SBG with a Duple body in the fleet of Thomas, West Ewell. It was acquired from Richmond, Epsom in May 1962 and is seen here at Teddington Station whilst operating a railway replacement service.
Photo taken October 1964, Teddington Station
601BPA was a 1956 Bedford SBG with a Duple body in the fleet of Thomas, West Ewell. It was acquired from Richmond, Epsom in May 1962 and is seen here at Teddington Station whilst operating a railway replacement service.
Photo taken October 1964, Teddington Station
586. GJV34
GJV34 was a Duple C41F bodied Commer Avenger III T85A in the fleet of R.W. Appleby of Conisholme, North Somercotes, Lincolnshire. It was new in March 1956.
Photo taken Friday 2 April 1971
GJV34 was a Duple C41F bodied Commer Avenger III T85A in the fleet of R.W. Appleby of Conisholme, North Somercotes, Lincolnshire. It was new in March 1956.
Photo taken Friday 2 April 1971
587. HSD174
HSD174 was new to Dodds, Troon in January 1956 and was seen at Dodd's garage. It was a Commer Avenger III with a Duple C41F body and had been exhibited at the 1955 Scottish Commercial Vehicle Exhibition.
Photo taken Monday 17 June 1963, Dodd's garage, Troon
HSD174 was new to Dodds, Troon in January 1956 and was seen at Dodd's garage. It was a Commer Avenger III with a Duple C41F body and had been exhibited at the 1955 Scottish Commercial Vehicle Exhibition.
Photo taken Monday 17 June 1963, Dodd's garage, Troon
588. J2239
St. Aubins Tours, St.Marys J2239, a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body had been new in 1956 to Greenslades, Exeter as TFJ437. It was acquired in April 1969 and is seen here at Gorey.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Gorey
St. Aubins Tours, St.Marys J2239, a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body had been new in 1956 to Greenslades, Exeter as TFJ437. It was acquired in April 1969 and is seen here at Gorey.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Gorey
589. J22898
Seen at their garage at Wheatlands, St. Peter is Holiday Tours, St Helier 1, J22898, which was a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Wheatlands, St. Peter, Jersey
Seen at their garage at Wheatlands, St. Peter is Holiday Tours, St Helier 1, J22898, which was a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Wheatlands, St. Peter, Jersey
590. J6419
Mascot Motors, St. Helier 7, J6419, a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body is seen about to pass the Weighbridge Bus Station in St. Helier.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, outside Weighbridge Bus Station, St. Helier
Mascot Motors, St. Helier 7, J6419, a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body is seen about to pass the Weighbridge Bus Station in St. Helier.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, outside Weighbridge Bus Station, St. Helier
591. LBW214
Jarvis, Middle Barton LBW214 seen at Twickenham was a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body new in December 1956.
Photo taken Saturday 16 March 1963, Craneford Way, London Twickenham
Jarvis, Middle Barton LBW214 seen at Twickenham was a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body new in December 1956.
Photo taken Saturday 16 March 1963, Craneford Way, London Twickenham
592. LET700
Rae, Lockerbie LET700 was a Leyland ECPO2/1R Comet with a Duple C36F body which was seen in Lockerbie. It had been new in May 1956 to Smart, Greasbrough, passing to Riley, Rotherham in May 1958, to Hall, Waterbeck in January 1959 and to Rae in 1962.
Photo taken Thursday 6 August 1970, Lockerbie
Rae, Lockerbie LET700 was a Leyland ECPO2/1R Comet with a Duple C36F body which was seen in Lockerbie. It had been new in May 1956 to Smart, Greasbrough, passing to Riley, Rotherham in May 1958, to Hall, Waterbeck in January 1959 and to Rae in 1962.
Photo taken Thursday 6 August 1970, Lockerbie
593. MJB481
There has been recent mention of this Bedford SB, MJB481, in relation to an advert. New to Chiltonia of Chilton Foliot near Hungerford in May 1956, it passed the following year to West Wight Motor Co on the IOW. Acquired by Lodge’s of High Easter, Essex from Abbeyways of Halifax in 1989, MJB481 is a Bedford SBG (now diesel-engined) with Duple Vega bodywork of a type once so common that many of us took them for granted.
Photo taken c.2003
There has been recent mention of this Bedford SB, MJB481, in relation to an advert. New to Chiltonia of Chilton Foliot near Hungerford in May 1956, it passed the following year to West Wight Motor Co on the IOW. Acquired by Lodge’s of High Easter, Essex from Abbeyways of Halifax in 1989, MJB481 is a Bedford SBG (now diesel-engined) with Duple Vega bodywork of a type once so common that many of us took them for granted.
Photo taken c.2003
594. MJB481
MJB481, a Bedford SBG with Duple Vega body is now owned by Lodge’s of High Easter, Essex. This picture was taken in mid-1982 at a bus rally in Tenterden, Kent, organised by the Kent & East Sussex Railway.
Photo taken mid 1982, Tenterden, Kent
MJB481, a Bedford SBG with Duple Vega body is now owned by Lodge’s of High Easter, Essex. This picture was taken in mid-1982 at a bus rally in Tenterden, Kent, organised by the Kent & East Sussex Railway.
Photo taken mid 1982, Tenterden, Kent
595. NET750
Thomas, West Ewell NET750 was a Bedford SBG with a Duple C41F body new in 1956. It was acquired from Lacey, London E.6 in June 1964 and is seen at Teddington whilst on railway replacement work.
Photo taken October 1964, Teddington Station
Thomas, West Ewell NET750 was a Bedford SBG with a Duple C41F body new in 1956. It was acquired from Lacey, London E.6 in June 1964 and is seen at Teddington whilst on railway replacement work.
Photo taken October 1964, Teddington Station
596. NFW277
NFW277, an AEC Reliance MU3RV with Duple Britannia body, originally C37C and new in 1956 to Lincoln Tours, Bardney, Lincolnshire (54).
Photo taken Tuesday 14 July 1970, Madeira Drive, Brighton
NFW277, an AEC Reliance MU3RV with Duple Britannia body, originally C37C and new in 1956 to Lincoln Tours, Bardney, Lincolnshire (54).
Photo taken Tuesday 14 July 1970, Madeira Drive, Brighton
597. NNT355
Vagg, Knockin Heath NNT355 was a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body new in March 1956 and is seen here at Raven Meadows, Shrewsbury.
Photo taken Friday 16 June 1967, Raven Meadows, Shrewsbury
Vagg, Knockin Heath NNT355 was a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body new in March 1956 and is seen here at Raven Meadows, Shrewsbury.
Photo taken Friday 16 June 1967, Raven Meadows, Shrewsbury
598. RAB839
McKechnie & Cole (Cream Bus Service), Stamford 14, RAB839, was a Bedford SBG with a Duple C41F body which had been new to Johnson, Stourbridge in May 1956. It had been acquired in October 1958 and passed to Barton, Chilwell as number 896 in February 1961 and, following withdrawal in 1967, to Gimson & Slater, Long Eaton as a non-P.S.V. in April 1968.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
McKechnie & Cole (Cream Bus Service), Stamford 14, RAB839, was a Bedford SBG with a Duple C41F body which had been new to Johnson, Stourbridge in May 1956. It had been acquired in October 1958 and passed to Barton, Chilwell as number 896 in February 1961 and, following withdrawal in 1967, to Gimson & Slater, Long Eaton as a non-P.S.V. in April 1968.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
599. RAB840
McKechnie & Cole (Cream Bus Service), Stamford RAB840, a Bedford SBG with a Duple C41F body new to Johnson, Stourbridge in May 1956 and acquired in October 1958 is seen here in Bishops Road Bus Station in Peterborough.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
McKechnie & Cole (Cream Bus Service), Stamford RAB840, a Bedford SBG with a Duple C41F body new to Johnson, Stourbridge in May 1956 and acquired in October 1958 is seen here in Bishops Road Bus Station in Peterborough.
Photo taken Saturday 24 January 1959, Bishop's Road Bus Station, Peterborough
600. RGD880
RGD880 was a Bedford SBO with a Duple Vega C41F body seen in Main Street, Campbeltown whilst with McConnachie, Campbeltown who acquired it in 1962 from Gold Line, Dunoon.
Photo taken Saturday 15 August 1964, Main Street, Campbeltown
RGD880 was a Bedford SBO with a Duple Vega C41F body seen in Main Street, Campbeltown whilst with McConnachie, Campbeltown who acquired it in 1962 from Gold Line, Dunoon.
Photo taken Saturday 15 August 1964, Main Street, Campbeltown
601. RWF785
RWF785, a Leyland Tiger Cub PSUC1/2 with Duple Elizabethan body (originally C41C) new in 1956 to Boddy's Motors of Bridlington, but seen here in later life converted for use a mobile home.
Photo taken Sunday 24 May 1987, Lineholme, Todmorden
RWF785, a Leyland Tiger Cub PSUC1/2 with Duple Elizabethan body (originally C41C) new in 1956 to Boddy's Motors of Bridlington, but seen here in later life converted for use a mobile home.
Photo taken Sunday 24 May 1987, Lineholme, Todmorden
602. SVR147
J D Peace, Kirkwall, Orkney, SVR147, a Bedford SBG built in 1956 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork, UW 5-1-1.
Photo taken August 1973, Kirkwall Garage
J D Peace, Kirkwall, Orkney, SVR147, a Bedford SBG built in 1956 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork, UW 5-1-1.
Photo taken August 1973, Kirkwall Garage
603. SXC116
Valliant, London W.5 Duple Britannia C41C bodied A.E.C. Reliance SXC116 was seen at Ladbroke Grove. It had been new in 1956 to R.A.C.S., London S.E.18, passing to Neale, Teddington in March 1964 and to Valliant in November 1965.
Photo taken Feb/Mar 1966, Ladbroke Grove, London
Valliant, London W.5 Duple Britannia C41C bodied A.E.C. Reliance SXC116 was seen at Ladbroke Grove. It had been new in 1956 to R.A.C.S., London S.E.18, passing to Neale, Teddington in March 1964 and to Valliant in November 1965.
Photo taken Feb/Mar 1966, Ladbroke Grove, London
604. SXD434
Bob's Buses, Thornaby, SXD434, an AEC Reliance MU3RV built in 1956 with Duple Elizabethan C39C bodywork.
Photo taken December 1971, Thornaby
Bob's Buses, Thornaby, SXD434, an AEC Reliance MU3RV built in 1956 with Duple Elizabethan C39C bodywork.
Photo taken December 1971, Thornaby
605. SXD434
Calver Tours, Teesside operated SXD434, an AEC Reliance MU3RV with Duple C41C coachwork.
Photo taken Saturday 6 February 1971, Depot
Calver Tours, Teesside operated SXD434, an AEC Reliance MU3RV with Duple C41C coachwork.
Photo taken Saturday 6 February 1971, Depot
606. SXD436
SXD436, new in May 1956, was an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41C body which had been acquired in April 1964 from Valliant, London W.5 to become MacGregor (Hedingham & District), Sible Hedingham L33.
Photo taken Sunday 31 October 1965, Garage, Wethersfield Road, Sible Hedingham
SXD436, new in May 1956, was an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41C body which had been acquired in April 1964 from Valliant, London W.5 to become MacGregor (Hedingham & District), Sible Hedingham L33.
Photo taken Sunday 31 October 1965, Garage, Wethersfield Road, Sible Hedingham
607. TRT226
TRT226 was a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body, the second of a pair new in May 1956, belonging to Braybrooke, Mendlesham which was seen at Ascot races.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
TRT226 was a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body, the second of a pair new in May 1956, belonging to Braybrooke, Mendlesham which was seen at Ascot races.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
608. TUP354
Ward's Coaches, Middlesbrough, TUP354, a Bedford SBG built in 1956 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork. Vaux Gold Tankard race day at Redcar attracted this former Iveson of Esh Winning vehicle, it weighed in at 4 tons 16 hundredweight.
Photo taken May 1974, Redcar Racecourse
Ward's Coaches, Middlesbrough, TUP354, a Bedford SBG built in 1956 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork. Vaux Gold Tankard race day at Redcar attracted this former Iveson of Esh Winning vehicle, it weighed in at 4 tons 16 hundredweight.
Photo taken May 1974, Redcar Racecourse
609. UUO198
UUO198, a delightful 1956 Bedford SBG with Duple C41F, new to Hill of Stibb Cross. Photographed at the West of England transport Collection open day at Winkleigh, Devon not far from its original home.
Photo taken Sunday 5 October 2014, Winkleigh
UUO198, a delightful 1956 Bedford SBG with Duple C41F, new to Hill of Stibb Cross. Photographed at the West of England transport Collection open day at Winkleigh, Devon not far from its original home.
Photo taken Sunday 5 October 2014, Winkleigh
610. VPT234
Scurr's of Stillington VPT234, a Bedford SBG built in 1956 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken ca 1960, North York Moors
Scurr's of Stillington VPT234, a Bedford SBG built in 1956 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken ca 1960, North York Moors
611. WUM44
Wallace Arnold WUM44, an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance, new in 1956, with a Duple Elizabethan C41C body, having been parked in the lay-by on the Mellor Brook Road, for a photographic stop, prepares to continue its journey to Blackpool with a party of enthusiasts for a tour of the tram system using standard tram 40 and also pantograph tram 174 for the section from North Station to Fleetwood.
Photo taken Sunday 7 April 1957, Mellor Brook Road
Wallace Arnold WUM44, an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance, new in 1956, with a Duple Elizabethan C41C body, having been parked in the lay-by on the Mellor Brook Road, for a photographic stop, prepares to continue its journey to Blackpool with a party of enthusiasts for a tour of the tram system using standard tram 40 and also pantograph tram 174 for the section from North Station to Fleetwood.
Photo taken Sunday 7 April 1957, Mellor Brook Road
612. WYA875
Bow Belle Coaches (Philips & Co), North Tawton, Devon WYA875, a Bedford SBG with Duple Super Vega C41F body, new in 1956/57.
Photo taken July 1969, Ilfracombe Harbour
Bow Belle Coaches (Philips & Co), North Tawton, Devon WYA875, a Bedford SBG with Duple Super Vega C41F body, new in 1956/57.
Photo taken July 1969, Ilfracombe Harbour
613. XWA488
McLennan, Spittalfield XWA488 was a Commer Avenger III with a Duple Corinthian C41F body seen at their garage at Spittalfield.
Photo taken Wednesday 28 July 1965, Spittalfield Garage
McLennan, Spittalfield XWA488 was a Commer Avenger III with a Duple Corinthian C41F body seen at their garage at Spittalfield.
Photo taken Wednesday 28 July 1965, Spittalfield Garage
614. 249CPF
Banstead Coaches 249CPF was a 1957 Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body seen on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
Banstead Coaches 249CPF was a 1957 Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body seen on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
615. 460GHA
Premier (Harold Wilson) of Stainforth acquired this Bedford SB with Duple Vega bodywork, 460GHA, which was new to Ashmore's of Smethwick in 1957.
Photo taken c. 1973, Premier Depot, East Lane, Stainforth
Premier (Harold Wilson) of Stainforth acquired this Bedford SB with Duple Vega bodywork, 460GHA, which was new to Ashmore's of Smethwick in 1957.
Photo taken c. 1973, Premier Depot, East Lane, Stainforth
616. 602KMT
Thomas, West Ewell 602KMT was a Bedford SBO or SBG with a Duple C41F body new to him in June 1957 caught whilst operating a railway replacement service at Teddington Station.
Photo taken October 1964, Teddington Station
Thomas, West Ewell 602KMT was a Bedford SBO or SBG with a Duple C41F body new to him in June 1957 caught whilst operating a railway replacement service at Teddington Station.
Photo taken October 1964, Teddington Station
617. HCB946
Valliant-Cronshaw of Hendon was the 1965 amalgamation of Valliant of Ealing and Lewis Cronshaw of Hendon, two old established business which had become in common ownership. HCB946 was a 1957 Leyland 'Tiger Cub' PSUC1/2 with Duple 'Britannia' C41C coachwork which emanated from the Cronshaw fleet and still carried their pale cream and maroon livery when seen on the through coach service to Bexhill and Hastings at Eastbourne's Central Coach Station at Easter 1966.
Photo taken Friday 8 April 1966, Susans Road Central Coach Station, Eastbourne
Valliant-Cronshaw of Hendon was the 1965 amalgamation of Valliant of Ealing and Lewis Cronshaw of Hendon, two old established business which had become in common ownership. HCB946 was a 1957 Leyland 'Tiger Cub' PSUC1/2 with Duple 'Britannia' C41C coachwork which emanated from the Cronshaw fleet and still carried their pale cream and maroon livery when seen on the through coach service to Bexhill and Hastings at Eastbourne's Central Coach Station at Easter 1966.
Photo taken Friday 8 April 1966, Susans Road Central Coach Station, Eastbourne
618. J31016
Redline, St. Helier 18, J31016, a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body was seen in St. Helier and had been acquired in May 1963 from Miller, Whitchurch, Bristol. It had been new in 1957 to Rawlings, Ludgershall as TOR578.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, St Helier
Redline, St. Helier 18, J31016, a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body was seen in St. Helier and had been acquired in May 1963 from Miller, Whitchurch, Bristol. It had been new in 1957 to Rawlings, Ludgershall as TOR578.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, St Helier
619. J42340
Mascot Motors, St. Helier 16, J42340, was a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body seen passing the Weighbridge Bus Station in St. Helier.
Photo taken Wednesday 23 May 1973, outside Weighbridge Bus Station, St. Helier
Mascot Motors, St. Helier 16, J42340, was a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body seen passing the Weighbridge Bus Station in St. Helier.
Photo taken Wednesday 23 May 1973, outside Weighbridge Bus Station, St. Helier
620. KRN193
Scout, Preston KRN193, a Duple Britannia bodied Leyland PSUC1/2 Tiger Cub new in 1957
Photo taken Sunday 20 March 1960, East Street Coach Station, Manchester
Scout, Preston KRN193, a Duple Britannia bodied Leyland PSUC1/2 Tiger Cub new in 1957
Photo taken Sunday 20 March 1960, East Street Coach Station, Manchester
621. MGV827
Morleys Grey Coaches MGV827, a Bedford SB3 with Duple C41F body purchased new by Morleys.
Photo taken 1965, Blenheim Garage, West Row
Morleys Grey Coaches MGV827, a Bedford SB3 with Duple C41F body purchased new by Morleys.
Photo taken 1965, Blenheim Garage, West Row
622. ODL51
Southern Vectis 238, ODL51, was a Bedford SBO with a Duple C41F body new in 1957.
Photo taken Sunday 1 September 1963, Ryde, Isle of Wight
Southern Vectis 238, ODL51, was a Bedford SBO with a Duple C41F body new in 1957.
Photo taken Sunday 1 September 1963, Ryde, Isle of Wight
623. OJU915
Brown's Blue Coaches, Markfield OJU915, seen at Ascot, was an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C43F body new in March 1957.
Photo taken Saturday 18 July 1959, Ascot
Brown's Blue Coaches, Markfield OJU915, seen at Ascot, was an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C43F body new in March 1957.
Photo taken Saturday 18 July 1959, Ascot
624. ONR771
Brown's Blue, Markfield ONR771 was an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C43F body which had been new in June 1957. In March 1963 it passed to Bland, Cottesmore.
Photo taken Saturday 9 February 1963, Western Boulevard, Leicester
Brown's Blue, Markfield ONR771 was an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C43F body which had been new in June 1957. In March 1963 it passed to Bland, Cottesmore.
Photo taken Saturday 9 February 1963, Western Boulevard, Leicester
625. ONR960
GM Pearson, contractor of Hetton le Hole, ONR960, a Bedford SBG built in 1957 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork. This had been new to Jacques of Coalville.
Photo taken July 1974, Middlesbrough
GM Pearson, contractor of Hetton le Hole, ONR960, a Bedford SBG built in 1957 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork. This had been new to Jacques of Coalville.
Photo taken July 1974, Middlesbrough
626. RDK4
Ellen Smith's Tours, Rochdale RDK4, a Leyland Tiger Cub PSUC1/2 with Duple Britannia C41C body, new in 1957.
Photo taken late August 1969, Bradford Road, Stump Cross, Halifax
Ellen Smith's Tours, Rochdale RDK4, a Leyland Tiger Cub PSUC1/2 with Duple Britannia C41C body, new in 1957.
Photo taken late August 1969, Bradford Road, Stump Cross, Halifax
627. RHO905
Barton, Chilwell 801, RHO905, was a 1957 A.E.C. Reliance with a Duple Britannia C43F body acquired from Creamline, Bordon in 1958.
Photo taken Saturday 9 February 1963, St Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester
Barton, Chilwell 801, RHO905, was a 1957 A.E.C. Reliance with a Duple Britannia C43F body acquired from Creamline, Bordon in 1958.
Photo taken Saturday 9 February 1963, St Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester
628. ROR211
Operating route 235 between Richmond Station and Richmond Hill is ROR211, an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C43F body of Blackford, Isleworth (t/a Isleworth Coaches).
Photo taken Saturday 2 September 1967, Friars Stile Road, Richmond
Operating route 235 between Richmond Station and Richmond Hill is ROR211, an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C43F body of Blackford, Isleworth (t/a Isleworth Coaches).
Photo taken Saturday 2 September 1967, Friars Stile Road, Richmond
629. ROU22
Hulley's of Baslow ROU22, a Bedford SB8 with Duple Super Vega C41F body, new to Liss & District of Bordon in 1957.
Photo taken 1973, New Beetwell Street, Chesterfield
Hulley's of Baslow ROU22, a Bedford SB8 with Duple Super Vega C41F body, new to Liss & District of Bordon in 1957.
Photo taken 1973, New Beetwell Street, Chesterfield
630. SGB359
PW Isbister, Walls, Shetland, SGB359, a Bedford SBG built in 1957 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Esplanade, Lerwick, Shetland
PW Isbister, Walls, Shetland, SGB359, a Bedford SBG built in 1957 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Esplanade, Lerwick, Shetland
631. SGE259
BRIMS (Tyneside contractor) 189, SGE259, a Bedford SBG built in 1957 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Hemlington building site, Middlesbrough
BRIMS (Tyneside contractor) 189, SGE259, a Bedford SBG built in 1957 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Hemlington building site, Middlesbrough
632. TAB373
Seen in Colchester Bus Station is Osborne, Tollesbury 5, TAB373, an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41C body which had been new to Johnson, Stourbridge and which had been acquired in April 1959.
Photo taken Sunday 3 September 1967, Colchester Bus Station
Seen in Colchester Bus Station is Osborne, Tollesbury 5, TAB373, an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41C body which had been new to Johnson, Stourbridge and which had been acquired in April 1959.
Photo taken Sunday 3 September 1967, Colchester Bus Station
633. UND714
Wessex Coaches, Bristol, UND714, a Bedford SB built ca 1957 with Duple Vega bodywork.
Photo taken November 1970, Hartlepool Nuclear Power Station
Wessex Coaches, Bristol, UND714, a Bedford SB built ca 1957 with Duple Vega bodywork.
Photo taken November 1970, Hartlepool Nuclear Power Station
634. UUF460
UUF460 was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body new in 1957 from Alpha, Brighton and is seen on Madeira Drive at Brighton during the British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Sunday 19 April 1959, Madeira Drive, Brighton
UUF460 was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body new in 1957 from Alpha, Brighton and is seen on Madeira Drive at Brighton during the British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Sunday 19 April 1959, Madeira Drive, Brighton
635. YZH407
Dolphin, Dublin, YZH407, a Bedford SBG built in 1957 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1975, Kilkenny, Eire
Dolphin, Dublin, YZH407, a Bedford SBG built in 1957 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1975, Kilkenny, Eire
636. 121EPL
Thomas, West Ewell Bedford SB8, 121EPL, with a Duple C41F body which had been new to Richmond, Epsom in 1958 was acquired in April 1964 and is seen at Teddington Station operating a railway replacement service.
Photo taken October 1964, Teddington Station
Thomas, West Ewell Bedford SB8, 121EPL, with a Duple C41F body which had been new to Richmond, Epsom in 1958 was acquired in April 1964 and is seen at Teddington Station operating a railway replacement service.
Photo taken October 1964, Teddington Station
637. 121EPL
Peace, Kirkwall, Orkney, 121EPL, a Bedford SB8 built in 1958 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Junction Road, Kirkwall
Peace, Kirkwall, Orkney, 121EPL, a Bedford SB8 built in 1958 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Junction Road, Kirkwall
638. 133GHN
GNE Motor Services, Darlington, operated 133GHN, a 1958 Commer Avenger with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1972, Darlington
GNE Motor Services, Darlington, operated 133GHN, a 1958 Commer Avenger with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1972, Darlington
639. 14BYB
Seen at their garage was Wake, Sparkford 14BYB which was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Vega C41F body new in June 1958.
Photo taken Sunday 28 April 1963, Wake's Sparkford Garage
Seen at their garage was Wake, Sparkford 14BYB which was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Vega C41F body new in June 1958.
Photo taken Sunday 28 April 1963, Wake's Sparkford Garage
640. 24DAR
Biss Brothers 24DAR was a Duple C41F bodied Bedford SB8 new in March 1958.
Photo taken Friday 29 August 1958, Kursaal, Southend
Biss Brothers 24DAR was a Duple C41F bodied Bedford SB8 new in March 1958.
Photo taken Friday 29 August 1958, Kursaal, Southend
641. 390GPD
New in September 1958, White, Camberley 6, 390GPD, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body, seen at Wembley Stadium.
Photo taken Saturday 27 April 1963, Wembley Stadium
New in September 1958, White, Camberley 6, 390GPD, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body, seen at Wembley Stadium.
Photo taken Saturday 27 April 1963, Wembley Stadium
642. 399ETB
Country and Coastal of Whitby use this classic Duple bodied Bedford SB, 399ETB, to tour the area where the TV series Heartbeat was made. The coach is a Bedford SB3 and was new to Robinson of Gt Harwood in 1958. The windscreen wipers look to be non-original.
Photo taken Wednesday 30 May 2007, Goathland
Country and Coastal of Whitby use this classic Duple bodied Bedford SB, 399ETB, to tour the area where the TV series Heartbeat was made. The coach is a Bedford SB3 and was new to Robinson of Gt Harwood in 1958. The windscreen wipers look to be non-original.
Photo taken Wednesday 30 May 2007, Goathland
643. 399ETB
J H Wood, North Roe, Shetland, 399ETB, a Bedford SB3 built in 1958 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Lerwick, Shetland
J H Wood, North Roe, Shetland, 399ETB, a Bedford SB3 built in 1958 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Lerwick, Shetland
644. 4013AW
Wimbledon Coaches 4013AW, a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body on a railway replacement service at Wimbledon Station.
Photo taken October 1967, Wimbledon Station
Wimbledon Coaches 4013AW, a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body on a railway replacement service at Wimbledon Station.
Photo taken October 1967, Wimbledon Station
645. 48MRR
Leon Motors 61, 48MRR, a Bedford SB5 with Duple Super Vega bodywork.
Photo taken c. 1973, Leon's Depot, Finningley
Leon Motors 61, 48MRR, a Bedford SB5 with Duple Super Vega bodywork.
Photo taken c. 1973, Leon's Depot, Finningley
646. 535DMA
Williams, Wrockwardine Wood 535DMA, seen here in Victoria Street, Wellington, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body new in 1958 had been acquired in March 1963 from Lofthouse, Bridge Trafford.
Photo taken early 1971, Victoria Street, Wellington
Williams, Wrockwardine Wood 535DMA, seen here in Victoria Street, Wellington, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body new in 1958 had been acquired in March 1963 from Lofthouse, Bridge Trafford.
Photo taken early 1971, Victoria Street, Wellington
647. 53DKN
Clubb, Wilmington 53DKN was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body new in August 1958 and is seen on Madeira Drive at Brighton
Photo taken Sunday 19 April 1959, Madeira Drive, Brighton
Clubb, Wilmington 53DKN was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body new in August 1958 and is seen on Madeira Drive at Brighton
Photo taken Sunday 19 April 1959, Madeira Drive, Brighton
648. 611PMG
Primrose Coaches (Graham), Winlaton Mill 611PMG, an A E C Reliance MU3RA built in 1958 with Duple Britannia C40F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Guisborough
Primrose Coaches (Graham), Winlaton Mill 611PMG, an A E C Reliance MU3RA built in 1958 with Duple Britannia C40F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Guisborough
649. 723DOB
T R Morris, Llanfyllin, 723DOB, a Bedford SB with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Llanfyllin
T R Morris, Llanfyllin, 723DOB, a Bedford SB with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Llanfyllin
650. GYJ767
Greensitt & Barratt, contractor, GYJ767 Bedford SB1 built in 1958 with Duple Vega C37F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1972, Marton building site, Middlesbrough
Greensitt & Barratt, contractor, GYJ767 Bedford SB1 built in 1958 with Duple Vega C37F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1972, Marton building site, Middlesbrough
651. HSN398
HSN398 was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Vega C41F body in the fleet of Cunningham, Paisley and had been new in 1958 to McAteer, Dumbarton.
Photo taken Wednesday 19 June 1963, Cunningham's Yard, Underwood Road, Paisley
HSN398 was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Vega C41F body in the fleet of Cunningham, Paisley and had been new in 1958 to McAteer, Dumbarton.
Photo taken Wednesday 19 June 1963, Cunningham's Yard, Underwood Road, Paisley
652. J25591
Mascot, St. Helier 4, J25591, seen here tackling the hairpin junction on the approach to Gorey was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body acquired in May 1966 from Grasshopper, Ilford to whom it had been new in February 1958 as 6979HK.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Gorey, Jersey
Mascot, St. Helier 4, J25591, seen here tackling the hairpin junction on the approach to Gorey was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body acquired in May 1966 from Grasshopper, Ilford to whom it had been new in February 1958 as 6979HK.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Gorey, Jersey
653. J3459
Holiday Tours, St. Helier J3459, seen at their garage at Wheatlands, St. Peter, was a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Wheatlands, St. Peter, Jersey
Holiday Tours, St. Helier J3459, seen at their garage at Wheatlands, St. Peter, was a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Wheatlands, St. Peter, Jersey
654. J42339
Mascot Motors, St. Helier 15, J42339, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body seen at their garage in St. Helier.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, Mascot Garage, St. Helier
Mascot Motors, St. Helier 15, J42339, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body seen at their garage in St. Helier.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, Mascot Garage, St. Helier
655. J5101
Holiday Tours, St. Helier J5101, seen at their garage at Wheatlands, St. Peter, was a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Wheatlands, St. Peter, Jersey
Holiday Tours, St. Helier J5101, seen at their garage at Wheatlands, St. Peter, was a Bedford SBG with a Duple Vega C41F body.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Wheatlands, St. Peter, Jersey
656. J6450
Mascot Motors 8, J6450, a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body is seen at Noirmont Point.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Noirmont Point, Jersey
Mascot Motors 8, J6450, a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body is seen at Noirmont Point.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Noirmont Point, Jersey
657. J7716
Seen at Gorey was St. Aubins Tours, St.Marys J7716 which was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body new as TOR 976 in 1958 and which was acquired from Glider & Blue, Bishop's Waltham in May 1968.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Gorey
Seen at Gorey was St. Aubins Tours, St.Marys J7716 which was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body new as TOR 976 in 1958 and which was acquired from Glider & Blue, Bishop's Waltham in May 1968.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Gorey
658. JCN312
Tyne Valley JCN312, a Bedford SB built around 1958 with Duple Super Vega C37F bodywork.
Photo taken April 1972, Acomb near Hexham
Tyne Valley JCN312, a Bedford SB built around 1958 with Duple Super Vega C37F bodywork.
Photo taken April 1972, Acomb near Hexham
659. KBV263
Sandwick Transport Co. of Sandwick, Mainland, Shetland, KBV263, a Bedford SB3 from 1958 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Lerwick Ferry Terminal, Shetland
Sandwick Transport Co. of Sandwick, Mainland, Shetland, KBV263, a Bedford SB3 from 1958 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Lerwick Ferry Terminal, Shetland
660. MJR865
Atkinson, Morebattle, MJR865, a Bedford SB built ca. 1958 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1970, Morebattle
Atkinson, Morebattle, MJR865, a Bedford SB built ca. 1958 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1970, Morebattle
661. PUT659
Brown, Markfield PUT659 seen at Ascot was a Bedford C5Z1 with a Duple C29F body new in March 1958.
Photo taken Saturday 21 June 1958, Ascot
Brown, Markfield PUT659 seen at Ascot was a Bedford C5Z1 with a Duple C29F body new in March 1958.
Photo taken Saturday 21 June 1958, Ascot
662. RBD502
RBD502 was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body, new in May 1958, and was number 33 in the fleet of York Bros., Northampton.
Photo taken Saturday 9 May 1959, Wembley Stadium
RBD502 was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body, new in May 1958, and was number 33 in the fleet of York Bros., Northampton.
Photo taken Saturday 9 May 1959, Wembley Stadium
663. RNT536
Seen at Ascot Races was RNT536 of Vagg, Knockin Heath, a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body which had been new in 1958.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
Seen at Ascot Races was RNT536 of Vagg, Knockin Heath, a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body which had been new in 1958.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
664. RVA193
Aberfeldy Motors RVA193, a Commer Avenger TS3 with Duple Corinthian (Vega) C41F body.
Photo taken 1965, Pitlochry
Aberfeldy Motors RVA193, a Commer Avenger TS3 with Duple Corinthian (Vega) C41F body.
Photo taken 1965, Pitlochry
665. SAJ76
Peace of Kirkwall, Orkney, SAJ76, a Bedford SB3 built in 1958 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork. Weighing 4tons 16cwt 2quarters, this had been acquired from Blackford, Isleworth, in February 1970 but had been new to Begg, Thornaby.
Photo taken August 1973, Kirkwall, Orkney
Peace of Kirkwall, Orkney, SAJ76, a Bedford SB3 built in 1958 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork. Weighing 4tons 16cwt 2quarters, this had been acquired from Blackford, Isleworth, in February 1970 but had been new to Begg, Thornaby.
Photo taken August 1973, Kirkwall, Orkney
666. SHO800
SHO800, a 1958 AEC Reliance MU2RA with Duple Britannia C43F body and MMR553 a 1956 Leyland Tiger Cub PSUC1/2 with Harrington C41C body.
Photo taken Sunday 20 July 2014, Scunthorpe Bus Station
SHO800, a 1958 AEC Reliance MU2RA with Duple Britannia C43F body and MMR553 a 1956 Leyland Tiger Cub PSUC1/2 with Harrington C41C body.
Photo taken Sunday 20 July 2014, Scunthorpe Bus Station
667. UUF600
Unique, Brighton UUF600, a Bedford SB3 with Duple Super Vega C41F body, new in 1958.
Photo taken July 1970, Madeira Drive, Brighton
Unique, Brighton UUF600, a Bedford SB3 with Duple Super Vega C41F body, new in 1958.
Photo taken July 1970, Madeira Drive, Brighton
668. UUF729
Seen on Madeira Drive at Brighton is Camping, Brighton UUF729, a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body new in 1958.
Photo taken Sunday 19 April 1959, Madeira Drive, Brighton
Seen on Madeira Drive at Brighton is Camping, Brighton UUF729, a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body new in 1958.
Photo taken Sunday 19 April 1959, Madeira Drive, Brighton
669. VAD550
Evans of Wrexham VAD550, a Bedford SB3 built in 1958 with Duple Vega C37F bodywork. Operating route Oswald Way Rhosnesni. This had been new to Cottrell, Mitcheldean.
Photo taken July 1978, Wrexham Bus Station
Evans of Wrexham VAD550, a Bedford SB3 built in 1958 with Duple Vega C37F bodywork. Operating route Oswald Way Rhosnesni. This had been new to Cottrell, Mitcheldean.
Photo taken July 1978, Wrexham Bus Station
670. VBM342
G.C. Bickers of Coddenham, Suffolk operated VBM342, a 1958 Duple C41F bodied Commer Avenger Mk. IV. It was acquired from Bingley, London, W.14.
Photo taken Monday 29 March 1971, Depot, Coddenham
G.C. Bickers of Coddenham, Suffolk operated VBM342, a 1958 Duple C41F bodied Commer Avenger Mk. IV. It was acquired from Bingley, London, W.14.
Photo taken Monday 29 March 1971, Depot, Coddenham
671. VFJ992
Former Greenslades Tours, Exeter, VFJ992, an A E C Reliance MU3RV built in 1958 with Duple Britannia C41C bodywork resting in Scarborough with an unidentified operator.
Photo taken August 1972, William Street Coach Park, Scarborough
Former Greenslades Tours, Exeter, VFJ992, an A E C Reliance MU3RV built in 1958 with Duple Britannia C41C bodywork resting in Scarborough with an unidentified operator.
Photo taken August 1972, William Street Coach Park, Scarborough
672. VGT325
VGT325 of Orange, London N.16, new in April 1958, was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple Vega C37F body seen in Hastings.
Photo taken Saturday 25 August 1962, Hastings
VGT325 of Orange, London N.16, new in April 1958, was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple Vega C37F body seen in Hastings.
Photo taken Saturday 25 August 1962, Hastings
673. VJW882
Preserved Don Everall Tours VJW882, a Commer TS3-engined coach at the Isle of Wight bus museum's 2012 running day, at Newport Quay, Newport, Isle of Wight.
Photo taken Sunday 14 October 2012, Isle Of Wight Bus Museum
Preserved Don Everall Tours VJW882, a Commer TS3-engined coach at the Isle of Wight bus museum's 2012 running day, at Newport Quay, Newport, Isle of Wight.
Photo taken Sunday 14 October 2012, Isle Of Wight Bus Museum
674. VNE575
Georgeson & Moore, Scalloway, Shetland VNE575, a Bedford SB3 from 1958 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Esplanade, Lerwick, Shetland
Georgeson & Moore, Scalloway, Shetland VNE575, a Bedford SB3 from 1958 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Esplanade, Lerwick, Shetland
675. VVC122
Cup Final day watching coaches en route to Wembley. VVC122, a Duple C41F bodied AEC Reliance was delivered to BTS, Coventry in 1958.
Photo taken May 1959, Lattimore Road, St Albans
Cup Final day watching coaches en route to Wembley. VVC122, a Duple C41F bodied AEC Reliance was delivered to BTS, Coventry in 1958.
Photo taken May 1959, Lattimore Road, St Albans
676. WND477
Hughes Brothers WND477, a Leyland Tiger Cub PSUC1/2 with a Duple Britannia C41F body provides sight-seeing tours in the Llandudno area and is obviously a well-preserved example.
Photo taken Tuesday 12 June 2012, Llandudno Sea Front
Hughes Brothers WND477, a Leyland Tiger Cub PSUC1/2 with a Duple Britannia C41F body provides sight-seeing tours in the Llandudno area and is obviously a well-preserved example.
Photo taken Tuesday 12 June 2012, Llandudno Sea Front
677. WND477
First of three views of WND477, the rather splendid Duple bodied Leyland Tiger Cub that works in Llandudno on the Great Orme tour.
Photo taken June 2009, Llandudno
First of three views of WND477, the rather splendid Duple bodied Leyland Tiger Cub that works in Llandudno on the Great Orme tour.
Photo taken June 2009, Llandudno
678. XNB772
Lough Swilly 107, XNB772, a Leyland Tiger Cub PSUC1/2 built 1958 with Duple Britannia C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1979, Letterkenny Depot
Lough Swilly 107, XNB772, a Leyland Tiger Cub PSUC1/2 built 1958 with Duple Britannia C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1979, Letterkenny Depot
679. YPT750
Derwent Coaches, Swalwell, YPT750, an A E C Reliance MU3RV built in 1958 with Duple Britannia C41F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1975, somewhere near Malton
Derwent Coaches, Swalwell, YPT750, an A E C Reliance MU3RV built in 1958 with Duple Britannia C41F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1975, somewhere near Malton
680. 284NVX
284NVX in the fleet of Harris, Grays was an A.E.C. 2MU3RA Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41F body new in May 1959.
Photo taken Sunday 15 November 1964
284NVX in the fleet of Harris, Grays was an A.E.C. 2MU3RA Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41F body new in May 1959.
Photo taken Sunday 15 November 1964
681. 3204MN
Two of the many coaches visiting Rushen Abbey at Ballasalla, Isle of Man. JMN130, a Bedford OB with Pearson C26F body built in 1947, still in service nearly 20 years later, with a newer Bedford 3204MN alongside.
Photo taken Monday 26 June 1967, Rushen Abbey, Isle of Man
Two of the many coaches visiting Rushen Abbey at Ballasalla, Isle of Man. JMN130, a Bedford OB with Pearson C26F body built in 1947, still in service nearly 20 years later, with a newer Bedford 3204MN alongside.
Photo taken Monday 26 June 1967, Rushen Abbey, Isle of Man
682. 352AAB
Black & White, Harvington 352AAB, an AEC Reliance with Duple Britannia centre-entrance body dating from 1959/60.
Photo taken Saturday 26 July 1969, High Street, Broadway, Worcestershire
Black & White, Harvington 352AAB, an AEC Reliance with Duple Britannia centre-entrance body dating from 1959/60.
Photo taken Saturday 26 July 1969, High Street, Broadway, Worcestershire
683. 696DPT
OK Motor Services, Bishop Auckland, 696DPT, an AEC Reliance 2MU3RV of 1959 with Duple Britannia C41F coachwork.
Photo taken July 1972, Bishop Auckland Market Place
OK Motor Services, Bishop Auckland, 696DPT, an AEC Reliance 2MU3RV of 1959 with Duple Britannia C41F coachwork.
Photo taken July 1972, Bishop Auckland Market Place
684. 696DPT
OK Motor Services bought 696DPT, an AEC Reliance 2MU3RV with Duple Britannia C41F bodywork, in May 1959. Withdrawn in June 1976, it served as office at OK's Heaton depot in Newcastle before going to a local dealer in January 1978; sadly, this beautiful coach was subsequently scrapped.
Photo taken c.1968, Bishop Auckland Market Place
OK Motor Services bought 696DPT, an AEC Reliance 2MU3RV with Duple Britannia C41F bodywork, in May 1959. Withdrawn in June 1976, it served as office at OK's Heaton depot in Newcastle before going to a local dealer in January 1978; sadly, this beautiful coach was subsequently scrapped.
Photo taken c.1968, Bishop Auckland Market Place
685. 696DPT
OK, Bishop Auckland sent a large excursion convoy to Whitley Bay on 7 July 1973 and by virtue of age 696DPT of May 1959 gained a photo. It's an AEC Reliance 2MU3RV with Duple Britannia C41F body.
Photo taken Saturday 7 July 1973, Brierdene Car Park, Whitley Bay
OK, Bishop Auckland sent a large excursion convoy to Whitley Bay on 7 July 1973 and by virtue of age 696DPT of May 1959 gained a photo. It's an AEC Reliance 2MU3RV with Duple Britannia C41F body.
Photo taken Saturday 7 July 1973, Brierdene Car Park, Whitley Bay
686. 777FPP
This A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance, 777FPP, with a Duple Britannia C41C body was entered in the British Coach Rally by Jeffways, High Wycombe and is seen on Madeira Drive at Brighton.
Photo taken Sunday 19 April 1959, Madeira Drive, Brighton
This A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance, 777FPP, with a Duple Britannia C41C body was entered in the British Coach Rally by Jeffways, High Wycombe and is seen on Madeira Drive at Brighton.
Photo taken Sunday 19 April 1959, Madeira Drive, Brighton
687. 789GKX
789GKX was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple C41F body of Wingrove, High Wycombe seen on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
789GKX was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple C41F body of Wingrove, High Wycombe seen on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
688. 8129E
Bassett, Tittensor 8129E was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body new in March 1959 seen on Madeira Drive at Brighton
Photo taken Sunday 19 April 1959, Madeira Drive, Brighton
Bassett, Tittensor 8129E was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body new in March 1959 seen on Madeira Drive at Brighton
Photo taken Sunday 19 April 1959, Madeira Drive, Brighton
689. 852EVK
Kerr, Newcastle 852FVK was a Commer Avenger IV with a Duple Corinthian C41F body seen on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
Kerr, Newcastle 852FVK was a Commer Avenger IV with a Duple Corinthian C41F body seen on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
690. 8537AR
King, Middlesbrough, 8537AR, an A E C Reliance 2MU3RA built in 1959 with Duple Britannia C41F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1973, off Marton Road, Middlesbrough
King, Middlesbrough, 8537AR, an A E C Reliance 2MU3RA built in 1959 with Duple Britannia C41F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1973, off Marton Road, Middlesbrough
691. EJP270
Smith Wigan 37, EJP270, was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple C41F body. and is seen here on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
Smith Wigan 37, EJP270, was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple C41F body. and is seen here on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
692. ESB60
Seen outside their office in Longrow, Campbeltown, the name board of which is just visible above the first roof vent, is ESB60, a Bedford SB1 with a Duple C41F body belonging to Craig (West Coast Motors), Campbeltown.
Photo taken Friday 14 August 1964, Longrow, Campbeltown
Seen outside their office in Longrow, Campbeltown, the name board of which is just visible above the first roof vent, is ESB60, a Bedford SB1 with a Duple C41F body belonging to Craig (West Coast Motors), Campbeltown.
Photo taken Friday 14 August 1964, Longrow, Campbeltown
693. JFA798
Viking, Burton 2, JFA798, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple C41F body new in July 1959.
Photo taken Saturday 22 August 1964
Viking, Burton 2, JFA798, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple C41F body new in July 1959.
Photo taken Saturday 22 August 1964
694. KKS112
Anderson, Bonchester Bridge, KKS112, a Commer Avenger IV built in 1959 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1970, Bonchester Bridge
Anderson, Bonchester Bridge, KKS112, a Commer Avenger IV built in 1959 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1970, Bonchester Bridge
695. LBV299
Cronshaw, London N.W.4 LBV299 was a Duple 37F bodied Bedford SB3 seen on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
Cronshaw, London N.W.4 LBV299 was a Duple 37F bodied Bedford SB3 seen on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
696. LBV299
Cronshaw, London N.W.2 LBV299 was a Duple C37F bodied Bedford SB3, which had been an entrant in the 1959 British Coach Rally, and which was seen outside Hammersmith Station on a London Transport rail replacement service.
Photo taken February/March 1966, Hammersmith Broadway
Cronshaw, London N.W.2 LBV299 was a Duple C37F bodied Bedford SB3, which had been an entrant in the 1959 British Coach Rally, and which was seen outside Hammersmith Station on a London Transport rail replacement service.
Photo taken February/March 1966, Hammersmith Broadway
697. LNY357
Seen at Summerson's Garage at West Auckland are Leyland PSU1/13 Royal Tiger LNY357, acquired from Rhondda and 959CPT, a Leyland PSUC1/2 Tiger Cub with a Duple Midland B45F body new to Summerson in July 1959. LNY357 was the first of a batch of eleven, LNY357 - LNY367, new to Rhondda in 1952.
Photo taken Thursday 21 May 1964, West Auckland
Seen at Summerson's Garage at West Auckland are Leyland PSU1/13 Royal Tiger LNY357, acquired from Rhondda and 959CPT, a Leyland PSUC1/2 Tiger Cub with a Duple Midland B45F body new to Summerson in July 1959. LNY357 was the first of a batch of eleven, LNY357 - LNY367, new to Rhondda in 1952.
Photo taken Thursday 21 May 1964, West Auckland
698. MJY999
Bedford SBG/Duple MJY999 of Eagles Coaches of Kenny Hill, Mildenhall Suffolk
Photo taken 1973, Kenny Hill
Bedford SBG/Duple MJY999 of Eagles Coaches of Kenny Hill, Mildenhall Suffolk
Photo taken 1973, Kenny Hill
699. NAG388
Dodds, Troon bought NAG388, a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body in May 1959. It is seen here at Dodd's garage.
Photo taken Monday 17 June 1963, Dodd's garage, Troon
Dodds, Troon bought NAG388, a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body in May 1959. It is seen here at Dodd's garage.
Photo taken Monday 17 June 1963, Dodd's garage, Troon
700. OAN711
Essex County, London E.15 entered OAN711, a Duple Vega C41F (reduced to C37F for the rally) bodied Bedford SB3, in the British Coach Rally and it is seen on Madeira Drive at Brighton
Photo taken Sunday 19 April 1959, Madeira Drive, Brighton
Essex County, London E.15 entered OAN711, a Duple Vega C41F (reduced to C37F for the rally) bodied Bedford SB3, in the British Coach Rally and it is seen on Madeira Drive at Brighton
Photo taken Sunday 19 April 1959, Madeira Drive, Brighton
701. OCF399
Morleys Grey Coaches OCF399, a Bedford SB1 with Duple C41F body, the last surviving SB still at West Row in 1985 at Morley's close down auction.
Photo taken April 1975, Mildenhall
Morleys Grey Coaches OCF399, a Bedford SB1 with Duple C41F body, the last surviving SB still at West Row in 1985 at Morley's close down auction.
Photo taken April 1975, Mildenhall
702. SNV888
SNV888 of Alma Coaches, Wellingborough was a Bedford SB3 with Duple Super Vega C41F body seen on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
SNV888 of Alma Coaches, Wellingborough was a Bedford SB3 with Duple Super Vega C41F body seen on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
703. TBD1
York Brothers, Northampton 72, TBD1, a Duple C24F bodied AEC Reliance seen on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
York Brothers, Northampton 72, TBD1, a Duple C24F bodied AEC Reliance seen on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
704. TBD3
TBD3, new in March 1959, was number 74 in the York Brothers, Northampton fleet and was an A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41F body.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
TBD3, new in March 1959, was number 74 in the York Brothers, Northampton fleet and was an A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41F body.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
705. TUJ150
Bedford SB1 TUJ150 with a Duple C41F body, seen at Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington, was new in August 1959 to Cooper, Oakengates and was the first of two new that year.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
Bedford SB1 TUJ150 with a Duple C41F body, seen at Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington, was new in August 1959 to Cooper, Oakengates and was the first of two new that year.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
706. UCA700
Rennison's Tours, Stockton, UCA700, a Bedford SB3 built in 1959 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1971, Thornaby
Rennison's Tours, Stockton, UCA700, a Bedford SB3 built in 1959 with Duple Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1971, Thornaby
707. UHJ842
A rear view of preserved UHJ842, a Bedford C4Z2 with Duple Super Vista C29F body, new in 1959 to Rochford Hospital, and latterly with BJS Travel of Southend-on-Sea.
Photo taken Sunday 3 August 1986, The Stray, Harrogate
A rear view of preserved UHJ842, a Bedford C4Z2 with Duple Super Vista C29F body, new in 1959 to Rochford Hospital, and latterly with BJS Travel of Southend-on-Sea.
Photo taken Sunday 3 August 1986, The Stray, Harrogate
708. UOU395
Parker, Kingsbury UOU395 was a Bedford SB1 with Duple C41F bodywork and is seen on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
Parker, Kingsbury UOU395 was a Bedford SB1 with Duple C41F bodywork and is seen on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
709. VAA621
VAA621 was a Bedford SB3 new to Alpha Coaches, Brighton in February 1959 with Duple Vega C37F body which is seen on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
VAA621 was a Bedford SB3 new to Alpha Coaches, Brighton in February 1959 with Duple Vega C37F body which is seen on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
710. VAA625
Banstead Coaches, Banstead were regular competitors in the British Coach Rally and entered VAA625, a Duple Vega C41F bodied Bedford SB3 new in March 1959.
Photo taken Sunday 19 April 1959, Madeira Drive, Brighton
Banstead Coaches, Banstead were regular competitors in the British Coach Rally and entered VAA625, a Duple Vega C41F bodied Bedford SB3 new in March 1959.
Photo taken Sunday 19 April 1959, Madeira Drive, Brighton
711. VHO444
One of the smaller size entrants in the British Coach Rally was VHO444, a Bedford C5Z1 with a Duple C29F body belonging to Durrant, Alfold, seen in Sutherland Street before starting the journey to Brighton from Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Sutherland Street, London
One of the smaller size entrants in the British Coach Rally was VHO444, a Bedford C5Z1 with a Duple C29F body belonging to Durrant, Alfold, seen in Sutherland Street before starting the journey to Brighton from Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Sutherland Street, London
712. VYT628
VYT628, seen on Madeira Drive at Brighton, was a Bedford SB3 with Duple Vega C41F body new in 1959 belonging to Rickards, London W.2.
Photo taken Sunday 19 April 1959, Madeira Drive, Brighton
VYT628, seen on Madeira Drive at Brighton, was a Bedford SB3 with Duple Vega C41F body new in 1959 belonging to Rickards, London W.2.
Photo taken Sunday 19 April 1959, Madeira Drive, Brighton
713. WGD551
Leask of Lerwick, Shetland WGD551, a Bedford SB3 from 1959 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Esplanade, Lerwick, Shetland
Leask of Lerwick, Shetland WGD551, a Bedford SB3 from 1959 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Esplanade, Lerwick, Shetland
714. WGG630
Preserved MacBraynes 36, WGG630, a Bedford C5Z1 with Duple body new in 1959 and currently under restoration. Seen on the premises of Hebridean Coaches in August 2013.
Photo taken August 2013, Howmore, South Uist, Hebrides
Preserved MacBraynes 36, WGG630, a Bedford C5Z1 with Duple body new in 1959 and currently under restoration. Seen on the premises of Hebridean Coaches in August 2013.
Photo taken August 2013, Howmore, South Uist, Hebrides
715. WJJ11
Birch Bros., London N.W.5 fleet number K11, WJJ11, was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple Vega C41F body new in 1959 seen on Madeira Drive at Brighton
Photo taken Sunday 19 April 1959, Madeira Drive, Brighton
Birch Bros., London N.W.5 fleet number K11, WJJ11, was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple Vega C41F body new in 1959 seen on Madeira Drive at Brighton
Photo taken Sunday 19 April 1959, Madeira Drive, Brighton
716. WLB421
Astorian Coaches WLB421 was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple C41F body seen on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
Astorian Coaches WLB421 was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple C41F body seen on Ebury Bridge awaiting the start of the the 1959 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1959, Ebury Bridge, near London Victoria Coach Station
717. WLO695
WLO695 in the fleet of Banfield, London S.E.15 was a Leyland PSUC1/2 Tiger Cub with a Duple Britannia C41C body and was seen arriving at Gilwell Park, Epping for a cub & scout gathering.
Photo taken Saturday 3 July 1971, Gilwell Park, Epping
WLO695 in the fleet of Banfield, London S.E.15 was a Leyland PSUC1/2 Tiger Cub with a Duple Britannia C41C body and was seen arriving at Gilwell Park, Epping for a cub & scout gathering.
Photo taken Saturday 3 July 1971, Gilwell Park, Epping
718. WUU553
Bedford SB8 Duple Super Vega Coach in duo-green and cream seen leaving Norfolk's old Bus Depot in Mill Street Nayland Suffolk on its way to be restored near Chelmsford, believed to be WUU553.
Photo taken Mill Street, Nayland
Bedford SB8 Duple Super Vega Coach in duo-green and cream seen leaving Norfolk's old Bus Depot in Mill Street Nayland Suffolk on its way to be restored near Chelmsford, believed to be WUU553.
Photo taken Mill Street, Nayland
719. WXC355
Seen here at Ascot races Grey Green, London N.16 WXC355, a Bedford SB8 with a Duple C37F body had been new in 1959.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
Seen here at Ascot races Grey Green, London N.16 WXC355, a Bedford SB8 with a Duple C37F body had been new in 1959.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
720. WXR437
United Service Transport 1096, WXR437, was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple C41F body, one of four new in June 1959, and was seen at the Council Depot, Craneford Way, Twickenham.
Photo taken Saturday 16 March 1963, Craneford Way, London Twickenham
United Service Transport 1096, WXR437, was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple C41F body, one of four new in June 1959, and was seen at the Council Depot, Craneford Way, Twickenham.
Photo taken Saturday 16 March 1963, Craneford Way, London Twickenham
721. 100OPA
100OPA was an A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41F body which had been new in April 1960 to Duval, Surbiton, but which is seen here with Seth, London N.W.5.
Photo taken Sunday 12 December 1965, Lismore Road, Gospel Oak, London
100OPA was an A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41F body which had been new in April 1960 to Duval, Surbiton, but which is seen here with Seth, London N.W.5.
Photo taken Sunday 12 December 1965, Lismore Road, Gospel Oak, London
722. 141HDH
Another slide taken at Blackwaterfoot, Arran, is of 141HDH, a Commer with Duple body. Badge says "Corinthian" on radiator. Was with Central, Walsall new(?) in 1960. Restriction on PSV width on Arran was, I think, to do with the narrow roads, and having experienced a white knuckle ride on a packed Stagecoach Western Volvo B10M from Lochranza to Brodick in 2012, I wonder if the restriction should have been kept in place!
Photo taken 1968, Blackwaterfoot, Arran
Another slide taken at Blackwaterfoot, Arran, is of 141HDH, a Commer with Duple body. Badge says "Corinthian" on radiator. Was with Central, Walsall new(?) in 1960. Restriction on PSV width on Arran was, I think, to do with the narrow roads, and having experienced a white knuckle ride on a packed Stagecoach Western Volvo B10M from Lochranza to Brodick in 2012, I wonder if the restriction should have been kept in place!
Photo taken 1968, Blackwaterfoot, Arran
723. 14AHO
Buckmaster, Leighton Buzzard 14AHO, seen at Ascot races, was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body which was new in October 1960.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
Buckmaster, Leighton Buzzard 14AHO, seen at Ascot races, was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body which was new in October 1960.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
724. 161AAX
Outside the garage at Montrose is Alexander (Northern), Aberdeen NT10, 161AAX, a Ford 570E with a Duple Yeoman C41F body. New to Hill, Tredegar in November 1960 it passed to Mitchell, Luthermuir in July 1962 and to Alexander (Northern), Aberdeen in October 1967.
Photo taken Wednesday 29 July 1970, Montrose Garage
Outside the garage at Montrose is Alexander (Northern), Aberdeen NT10, 161AAX, a Ford 570E with a Duple Yeoman C41F body. New to Hill, Tredegar in November 1960 it passed to Mitchell, Luthermuir in July 1962 and to Alexander (Northern), Aberdeen in October 1967.
Photo taken Wednesday 29 July 1970, Montrose Garage
725. 190AUY
Valley Motor Services, Bishop's Castle 190AUY, a Ford 570E with a Duple Yeoman C41F body, had been new in 1960 to M. & M., Kidderminster, was acquired in June 1966 and is seen in Barker Street Bus Station in Shrewsbury.
Photo taken early 1971, Barker Street Bus Station, Shrewsbury
Valley Motor Services, Bishop's Castle 190AUY, a Ford 570E with a Duple Yeoman C41F body, had been new in 1960 to M. & M., Kidderminster, was acquired in June 1966 and is seen in Barker Street Bus Station in Shrewsbury.
Photo taken early 1971, Barker Street Bus Station, Shrewsbury
726. 249CNN
Barton 934, 249CNN, an AEC Reliance 2MU3RV from around 1960 with Duple Britannia C41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1969, Barton's Chilwell Depot
Barton 934, 249CNN, an AEC Reliance 2MU3RV from around 1960 with Duple Britannia C41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1969, Barton's Chilwell Depot
727. 2776MV
Cronshaw, Hendon 2776MV was aLeyland L2 Leopard with a Duple Britannia C41C body.
Photo taken Feb/Mar 1966, Hammersmith Broadway
Cronshaw, Hendon 2776MV was aLeyland L2 Leopard with a Duple Britannia C41C body.
Photo taken Feb/Mar 1966, Hammersmith Broadway
728. 2931PT
Lockeys of St Helen Auckland, Co. Durham, 2931PT, a Bedford SB of around 1960 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1978, Lockey's Garage, St Helen Auckland
Lockeys of St Helen Auckland, Co. Durham, 2931PT, a Bedford SB of around 1960 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1978, Lockey's Garage, St Helen Auckland
729. 341FUP
Slatter, Long Hanborough 38, 341FUP, was a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C41F body seen here at Wembley Stadium.
Photo taken Saturday 12 April 1969, Wembley Stadium
Slatter, Long Hanborough 38, 341FUP, was a Bedford SB with a Duple Vega C41F body seen here at Wembley Stadium.
Photo taken Saturday 12 April 1969, Wembley Stadium
730. 3666PU
Harris 3666PU, a Leyland Leopard L1 with Duple Britannia body, new in October 1960, on loan to Eastern National.
Photo taken Saturday 15 July 1972, Wash Lane Coach Park, Clacton
Harris 3666PU, a Leyland Leopard L1 with Duple Britannia body, new in October 1960, on loan to Eastern National.
Photo taken Saturday 15 July 1972, Wash Lane Coach Park, Clacton
731. 3666PU
3666PU, with Harris, Grays, was a Duple C41C bodied Leyland L1 Leopard new in October 1960, and is seen in Parker Road, Grays on a visit to his garage.
Photo taken Sunday 15 November 1964, Parker Road, Grays
3666PU, with Harris, Grays, was a Duple C41C bodied Leyland L1 Leopard new in October 1960, and is seen in Parker Road, Grays on a visit to his garage.
Photo taken Sunday 15 November 1964, Parker Road, Grays
732. 3856UB
Moore & Cartwright, contractor, Norton-on-Tees, 3856UB Ford Thames Trader 570E built in 1960 with Duple Yeoman C41F bodywork.
Photo taken January 1972, Stockton-on-Tees
Moore & Cartwright, contractor, Norton-on-Tees, 3856UB Ford Thames Trader 570E built in 1960 with Duple Yeoman C41F bodywork.
Photo taken January 1972, Stockton-on-Tees
733. 409ALC
Banfield, London S.E.15 Leyland L1 Leopard 53, 409ALC, with a Duple Britannia C41C body seen on Epsom Downs.
Photo taken Tuesday 29 August 1967, Epsom Downs
Banfield, London S.E.15 Leyland L1 Leopard 53, 409ALC, with a Duple Britannia C41C body seen on Epsom Downs.
Photo taken Tuesday 29 August 1967, Epsom Downs
734. 409ALC
409ALC was a Leyland L1 Leopard with a Duple Britannia C41C body new in June 1960 to Banfield, London S.E.15 and is seen in Hastings.
Photo taken Saturday 25 August 1962, Hastings
409ALC was a Leyland L1 Leopard with a Duple Britannia C41C body new in June 1960 to Banfield, London S.E.15 and is seen in Hastings.
Photo taken Saturday 25 August 1962, Hastings
735. 419BLW
Browns of Helperby (near York), 419BLW, was an AEC Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41F body, new to Global, London circa 1960, and bought by Browns in March, 1965.
Photo taken 1965, Donisthorpe Street, Leeds
Browns of Helperby (near York), 419BLW, was an AEC Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41F body, new to Global, London circa 1960, and bought by Browns in March, 1965.
Photo taken 1965, Donisthorpe Street, Leeds
736. 4210AD
Seen in Semley Place, Victoria about to turn into the Coach Station is Black & White, Cheltenham 210, 4210AD, an A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance new in 1960 with a Duple Britannia C37C body which was reseated to C41C in February 1967.
Photo taken Monday 31 May 1971, Semley Place, London Victoria
Seen in Semley Place, Victoria about to turn into the Coach Station is Black & White, Cheltenham 210, 4210AD, an A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance new in 1960 with a Duple Britannia C37C body which was reseated to C41C in February 1967.
Photo taken Monday 31 May 1971, Semley Place, London Victoria
737. 426HOX
Howard's Tours of Whitby 426HOX, a Ford Thames Trader 570E with Duple Trooper bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Parking area near cricket ground, Guisborough
Howard's Tours of Whitby 426HOX, a Ford Thames Trader 570E with Duple Trooper bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Parking area near cricket ground, Guisborough
738. 458GEV
Evans, Wrexham, 458GEV, a Bedford SB3 with Duple Vega C37F bodywork, waiting at its stand at the old Wrexham bus station before running to Oswald Way and Borras Park.
Photo taken July 1978, Wrexham Bus Station
Evans, Wrexham, 458GEV, a Bedford SB3 with Duple Vega C37F bodywork, waiting at its stand at the old Wrexham bus station before running to Oswald Way and Borras Park.
Photo taken July 1978, Wrexham Bus Station
739. 474RRR
Leon Motors 62, 474RRR, a Bedford SB5 with Duple Bella Vega bodywork.
Photo taken c. 1973, Leon's Depot, Finningley
Leon Motors 62, 474RRR, a Bedford SB5 with Duple Bella Vega bodywork.
Photo taken c. 1973, Leon's Depot, Finningley
740. 529BGW
William Press, contractor, CH69, 529BGW, a Ford Thames Trader 570E with Duple Yeoman C41F bodywork. New to Timpson, London SE6, this was providing staff transport for work at British Steel in Redcar.
Photo taken December 1971, Redcar
William Press, contractor, CH69, 529BGW, a Ford Thames Trader 570E with Duple Yeoman C41F bodywork. New to Timpson, London SE6, this was providing staff transport for work at British Steel in Redcar.
Photo taken December 1971, Redcar
741. 551HHW
551HHW, a Bedford SB3 with Duple C41F body, new in 1960 to Feltham, Bristol.
Photo taken July 1998
551HHW, a Bedford SB3 with Duple C41F body, new in 1960 to Feltham, Bristol.
Photo taken July 1998
742. 615HX
Hampson, Oswestry, 615HX, an AEC Reliance 2MU3RA built in 1960 with Duple Britannia C40F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Oswestry
Hampson, Oswestry, 615HX, an AEC Reliance 2MU3RA built in 1960 with Duple Britannia C40F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Oswestry
743. 7386AD
Mid Wales Motorways 7386AD, aBedford SB1 built in 1960/1 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Newtown Garage
Mid Wales Motorways 7386AD, aBedford SB1 built in 1960/1 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Newtown Garage
744. 766NMB
Trevor Jones & Sons, Llanidloes, 766NMB, a Bedford SB3 built in 1960 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork. This had been new to Yates, Runcorn.
Photo taken July 1978, Garage, Llanidloes
Trevor Jones & Sons, Llanidloes, 766NMB, a Bedford SB3 built in 1960 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork. This had been new to Yates, Runcorn.
Photo taken July 1978, Garage, Llanidloes
745. 856JPT
Welshways Menai Bridge 856JPT, a Ford 570E with Duple C41F body, new to a firm in Middlesbrough in 1960.
Photo taken February 1968, Menai Bridge, Anglesey
Welshways Menai Bridge 856JPT, a Ford 570E with Duple C41F body, new to a firm in Middlesbrough in 1960.
Photo taken February 1968, Menai Bridge, Anglesey
746. 896GUP
Cleveland Transit S339, 896GUP, a Bedford SB1 built in 1960 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork. This had been new to The Eden (Summerson), West Auckland.
Photo taken December 1974, former Saltburn MS Depot
Cleveland Transit S339, 896GUP, a Bedford SB1 built in 1960 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork. This had been new to The Eden (Summerson), West Auckland.
Photo taken December 1974, former Saltburn MS Depot
747. 932AGG
Bendelow, Cockfield, County Durham, 932AGG, a Bedford C4Z2 built in 1960 with Duple Super Vista C29F bodywork, new to Bingham, Girvan.
Photo taken June 1976, College Square, Stokesley
Bendelow, Cockfield, County Durham, 932AGG, a Bedford C4Z2 built in 1960 with Duple Super Vista C29F bodywork, new to Bingham, Girvan.
Photo taken June 1976, College Square, Stokesley
748. 9585WU
9585WU was a Bedford SB1/Duple Super Vega C37F of 1960 for Revill, Sons and Broadbent of Deepcar and in 1962 it passed to Hinchcliffe & Bailey of Penistone (some records state the opposite).
Photo taken Tuesday 21 September 1965, South Accommodation Road/Donisthorpe Street, Leeds
9585WU was a Bedford SB1/Duple Super Vega C37F of 1960 for Revill, Sons and Broadbent of Deepcar and in 1962 it passed to Hinchcliffe & Bailey of Penistone (some records state the opposite).
Photo taken Tuesday 21 September 1965, South Accommodation Road/Donisthorpe Street, Leeds
749. 9814WW
Morley, Whittlesey 9814WW was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple C41F body new in 1960 and acquired in June 1963 from Store, Stainforth.
Photo taken Sunday 20 September 1964, Whittlesey
Morley, Whittlesey 9814WW was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple C41F body new in 1960 and acquired in June 1963 from Store, Stainforth.
Photo taken Sunday 20 September 1964, Whittlesey
750. BGM13
Ex Central SMT BGM13, a Bedford SB1 with Duple C41F coach body new in May 1960 operating in the Cowal area. My notes are sparse on this one (it could be Bairds/Cowal Motor Services) and even sparser on the location !
Photo taken Saturday 1 May 1971, Blairmore Pier
Ex Central SMT BGM13, a Bedford SB1 with Duple C41F coach body new in May 1960 operating in the Cowal area. My notes are sparse on this one (it could be Bairds/Cowal Motor Services) and even sparser on the location !
Photo taken Saturday 1 May 1971, Blairmore Pier
751. BGM14
The last of four Bedford SB1s with Duple C41F bodies new to Central S.M.T. in 1960, C14, BGM14, was rebodied in 1963 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body after its original had been destroyed by fire.
Photo taken Saturday 15 August 1964
The last of four Bedford SB1s with Duple C41F bodies new to Central S.M.T. in 1960, C14, BGM14, was rebodied in 1963 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body after its original had been destroyed by fire.
Photo taken Saturday 15 August 1964
752. HCC850
GH Williams, Llithfaen, HCC850, a Bedford SB3 built in 1960 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1987, Garage, Llithfaen
GH Williams, Llithfaen, HCC850, a Bedford SB3 built in 1960 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1987, Garage, Llithfaen
753. J15415
Seen outside the garage in Albert Street, St. Helier is J15415 which was number 5 in the Pioneer fleet and was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple C41F body new in 1960 as 597HYD of Venner, Minehead from whom it was acquired in March 1968.
Photo taken Sunday 27 May 1973, Albert Street, St. Helier
Seen outside the garage in Albert Street, St. Helier is J15415 which was number 5 in the Pioneer fleet and was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple C41F body new in 1960 as 597HYD of Venner, Minehead from whom it was acquired in March 1968.
Photo taken Sunday 27 May 1973, Albert Street, St. Helier
754. J22031
Redline, St. Helier 20, J22031, was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body seen at Nairmont Point. It had been acquired in May 1964 from Richmond, Barley who had, in turn, acquired it from Trathen, Yelverton to whom it had been new in March 1960 as 219ETA.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Nairmont Point, Jersey
Redline, St. Helier 20, J22031, was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body seen at Nairmont Point. It had been acquired in May 1964 from Richmond, Barley who had, in turn, acquired it from Trathen, Yelverton to whom it had been new in March 1960 as 219ETA.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Nairmont Point, Jersey
755. J3159
Blue Coach Tours, St. Helier 3, J3159, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body seen about to pass the Weighbridge Bus Station in St. Helier.
Photo taken Wednesday 23 May 1973, outside Weighbridge Bus Station, St. Helier
Blue Coach Tours, St. Helier 3, J3159, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body seen about to pass the Weighbridge Bus Station in St. Helier.
Photo taken Wednesday 23 May 1973, outside Weighbridge Bus Station, St. Helier
756. J40638
Waverley Coaches, St. Helier 1, J40638, was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Vega C41F body.
Photo taken Saturday 28 April 1979, West Park, Jersey
Waverley Coaches, St. Helier 1, J40638, was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Vega C41F body.
Photo taken Saturday 28 April 1979, West Park, Jersey
757. J4822
Mascot, St. Helier 1, J4822, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body which had been new to Smith, Buntingford as 693ALC in May 1960.
Photo taken Sunday 27 May 1973, Jersey
Mascot, St. Helier 1, J4822, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega C41F body which had been new to Smith, Buntingford as 693ALC in May 1960.
Photo taken Sunday 27 May 1973, Jersey
758. J7717
Tantivy, St. Helier 27, J7717, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple C41F body seen in St. Helier.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, Esplanade, St Helier
Tantivy, St. Helier 27, J7717, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple C41F body seen in St. Helier.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, Esplanade, St Helier
759. MWH4
Brown's Blue, Markfield MWH4 was one of two Duple Britannia C41C bodied A.E.C. MU3RV Reliances which came from Hargreaves, Bolton in September 1960.
Photo taken Saturday 9 February 1963, Western Boulevard, Leicester
Brown's Blue, Markfield MWH4 was one of two Duple Britannia C41C bodied A.E.C. MU3RV Reliances which came from Hargreaves, Bolton in September 1960.
Photo taken Saturday 9 February 1963, Western Boulevard, Leicester
760. NS3924
David MacBrayne's bus services and shipping activities hadn't been accounted for separately and, soon after acquiring most of the mainland services, Highland Omnibuses began to divest themselves of the more unremunerative (or geographically inconvenient) routes. One of these was that between Kyle of Lochalsh and Glenelg via the Old Military Road over Mam Ratagan pass (Bealach Ratagan in Gaelic) which was stunningly beautiful but not for the faint-hearted! The service was infrequent, little-used and disconnected from the rest of the network and, although Kyleakin on the Isle of Skye was only a few hundred yards away, it was separated from the mainland by a stretch of water.
Photo taken September 1971, Kyle of Lochalsh Station
David MacBrayne's bus services and shipping activities hadn't been accounted for separately and, soon after acquiring most of the mainland services, Highland Omnibuses began to divest themselves of the more unremunerative (or geographically inconvenient) routes. One of these was that between Kyle of Lochalsh and Glenelg via the Old Military Road over Mam Ratagan pass (Bealach Ratagan in Gaelic) which was stunningly beautiful but not for the faint-hearted! The service was infrequent, little-used and disconnected from the rest of the network and, although Kyleakin on the Isle of Skye was only a few hundred yards away, it was separated from the mainland by a stretch of water.
Photo taken September 1971, Kyle of Lochalsh Station
761. SSA471
Highland Omnibuses T14, SSA471, a 1960 Ford 570E with Duple Yeoman body, was new to Simpson, Rosehearty, and reached Highland in 1967 via Alexander (Northern). It was originally C41F, but was converted for one-man operation by Highland, losing two seats in the process.
Photo taken June 1968
Highland Omnibuses T14, SSA471, a 1960 Ford 570E with Duple Yeoman body, was new to Simpson, Rosehearty, and reached Highland in 1967 via Alexander (Northern). It was originally C41F, but was converted for one-man operation by Highland, losing two seats in the process.
Photo taken June 1968
762. SSA472
Peace, Kirkwall, Orkney, SSA472, a Bedford SB1 built in 1960 with Duple Super Vega C39F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Junction Road, Kirkwall
Peace, Kirkwall, Orkney, SSA472, a Bedford SB1 built in 1960 with Duple Super Vega C39F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Junction Road, Kirkwall
763. SSA474
JD Peace, Kirkwall, Orkney, SSA474, a Bedford SB1 built 1960 with Duple Super Vega C39F bodywork. Peace used two liveries, blue and maroon and red and cream, as can be seen on this shot.
Photo taken August 1973, Stromness, Orkney
JD Peace, Kirkwall, Orkney, SSA474, a Bedford SB1 built 1960 with Duple Super Vega C39F bodywork. Peace used two liveries, blue and maroon and red and cream, as can be seen on this shot.
Photo taken August 1973, Stromness, Orkney
764. SWH480
From the late 1940s, bus services on the Cowal peninsula were operated by the associated firms of Cowal Motor Services and Baird's. These were run by the Graham brothers, Alex running the bus firm Dunoon Motor Services from John Street (who traded as Cowal Motor Services after Alex's death) and Harry running Baird's, the coaches, black-cab taxis and funeral service from Auchamore Road. In later years everything was operated from this latter depot. SWH480 was a Bedford SB5 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork, a style of body which was very popular with the twin operators.
Photo taken c.1971, Dunoon Pier
From the late 1940s, bus services on the Cowal peninsula were operated by the associated firms of Cowal Motor Services and Baird's. These were run by the Graham brothers, Alex running the bus firm Dunoon Motor Services from John Street (who traded as Cowal Motor Services after Alex's death) and Harry running Baird's, the coaches, black-cab taxis and funeral service from Auchamore Road. In later years everything was operated from this latter depot. SWH480 was a Bedford SB5 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork, a style of body which was very popular with the twin operators.
Photo taken c.1971, Dunoon Pier
765. UBL77
Windsorian, Windsor UBL77, seen at Ascot races, was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple C41F body new to them in April 1960.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
Windsorian, Windsor UBL77, seen at Ascot races, was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple C41F body new to them in April 1960.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
766. UDL293
Seaview Services UDL293 was a Duple Super Vega bodied Bedford SB.
Photo taken Sunday 1 September 1963, Ryde, Isle of Wight
Seaview Services UDL293 was a Duple Super Vega bodied Bedford SB.
Photo taken Sunday 1 September 1963, Ryde, Isle of Wight
767. UDL295
Seaview Services UDL295 was a Duple Super Vega bodied Bedford SB seen on Hire to Jeffways & Pilot, High Wycombe.
Photo taken Sunday 1 September 1963, Ryde, Isle of Wight
Seaview Services UDL295 was a Duple Super Vega bodied Bedford SB seen on Hire to Jeffways & Pilot, High Wycombe.
Photo taken Sunday 1 September 1963, Ryde, Isle of Wight
768. VMO440
Reliance, Newbury 67, VMO440, was an A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41C body new in July 1960 and is seen at their garage.
Photo taken Sunday 27 March 1966, Reliance Garage, Newbury
Reliance, Newbury 67, VMO440, was an A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41C body new in July 1960 and is seen at their garage.
Photo taken Sunday 27 March 1966, Reliance Garage, Newbury
769. VNR818
New to Bailiss of Barton in the Beans who traded as Clarence Coaches Leicestershire, this Bedford SB3 dates from 1960 and carries a Duple C41F body. It was seen in Nuneaton in 1980 working a Saturday service to its home village when 20 years old.
Photo taken Saturday 18 October 1980, Nuneaton
New to Bailiss of Barton in the Beans who traded as Clarence Coaches Leicestershire, this Bedford SB3 dates from 1960 and carries a Duple C41F body. It was seen in Nuneaton in 1980 working a Saturday service to its home village when 20 years old.
Photo taken Saturday 18 October 1980, Nuneaton
770. VNT387
Ashley (t/a Martlew), Donnington Wood VNT387 was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body new in July 1960 which was seen at Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
Ashley (t/a Martlew), Donnington Wood VNT387 was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body new in July 1960 which was seen at Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
771. VNV310
Moreton, Nuneaton VNV310 was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body which had been new in May 1960 to Shelton, Wollaston. It was acquired by Moreton in May 1962 and is seen, in this photograph, parked outside Nos. 5/7 Court Way, Twickenham.
Photo taken Saturday 16 March 1963, Court Way, London Twickenham
Moreton, Nuneaton VNV310 was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body which had been new in May 1960 to Shelton, Wollaston. It was acquired by Moreton in May 1962 and is seen, in this photograph, parked outside Nos. 5/7 Court Way, Twickenham.
Photo taken Saturday 16 March 1963, Court Way, London Twickenham
772. VUX527
Cooper, Oakengates VUX527, a Bedford SB1 with a Duple C41F body new in October 1960, is seen in Wellington.
Photo taken early 1971, Wellington
Cooper, Oakengates VUX527, a Bedford SB1 with a Duple C41F body new in October 1960, is seen in Wellington.
Photo taken early 1971, Wellington
773. WER633
WER633, a 1960 Bedford SB3 with Duple C41F bodywork, originally with Harris of Cambridge, and SHE924, a 1960 Bedford SB1 with Plaxton C41F bodywork originally Fell of Barnsley.
Photo taken Wednesday 22 August 1973, Menai Bridge Station
WER633, a 1960 Bedford SB3 with Duple C41F bodywork, originally with Harris of Cambridge, and SHE924, a 1960 Bedford SB1 with Plaxton C41F bodywork originally Fell of Barnsley.
Photo taken Wednesday 22 August 1973, Menai Bridge Station
774. XAX728
Jones, Aberbeeg 94, XAX728, an A.E.C. 2MU3RA Reliance with a Duple Britannia C43F body new in 1960, seen at Brighton during the 1963 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Sunday 21 April 1963, Brighton
Jones, Aberbeeg 94, XAX728, an A.E.C. 2MU3RA Reliance with a Duple Britannia C43F body new in 1960, seen at Brighton during the 1963 British Coach Rally.
Photo taken Sunday 21 April 1963, Brighton
775. XGG978
Arran Coaches XGG978, a Bedford SB with Duple Super Vega bodywork.
Photo taken August 1975, Brodick Pier
Arran Coaches XGG978, a Bedford SB with Duple Super Vega bodywork.
Photo taken August 1975, Brodick Pier
776. XXT522
A Timpson & Sons XXT523 and XXT522, 1960 Ford 570Es with Duple Yeoman C41F body. From new these coaches were in Bourne & Balmer livery and were photographed outside the Bourne & Balmer Coach Station in Dingwall Road, East Croydon. This lovely building was demolished and replaced with an office block with a tunnel underneath which became the coach station.
Photo taken Dingwall Road, East Croydon
A Timpson & Sons XXT523 and XXT522, 1960 Ford 570Es with Duple Yeoman C41F body. From new these coaches were in Bourne & Balmer livery and were photographed outside the Bourne & Balmer Coach Station in Dingwall Road, East Croydon. This lovely building was demolished and replaced with an office block with a tunnel underneath which became the coach station.
Photo taken Dingwall Road, East Croydon
777. XXT524
Bourne & Balmer, Croydon XXT524, a Ford 570E with a Duple Yeoman C41F body and TGJ485, a Burlingham C41F bodied A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance are seen outside the Dingwall Road garage and Coach Station in Croydon.
Photo taken Sunday 21 April 1963, Dingwall Road, Croydon
Bourne & Balmer, Croydon XXT524, a Ford 570E with a Duple Yeoman C41F body and TGJ485, a Burlingham C41F bodied A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance are seen outside the Dingwall Road garage and Coach Station in Croydon.
Photo taken Sunday 21 April 1963, Dingwall Road, Croydon
778. YXA372
YXA372, new in March 1960, was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body, new in January 1961, in the Fallowfield & Britten fleet of Ewer, London N.16 and is seen in Hastings.
Photo taken Saturday 25 August 1962, Hastings
YXA372, new in March 1960, was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body, new in January 1961, in the Fallowfield & Britten fleet of Ewer, London N.16 and is seen in Hastings.
Photo taken Saturday 25 August 1962, Hastings
779. YXD12
Boddy's Motors, Bridlington, YXD12, an A E C Reliance 2MU3RA built in 1960 with Duple Britannia C40F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1972, Redcar Racecourse
Boddy's Motors, Bridlington, YXD12, an A E C Reliance 2MU3RA built in 1960 with Duple Britannia C40F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1972, Redcar Racecourse
780. YYT18
Birch Bros K18, YYT18, a Bedford SB/1 with Duple C41F body, new in 1960
Photo taken July 1960, Pancras Road, London Kings Cross
Birch Bros K18, YYT18, a Bedford SB/1 with Duple C41F body, new in 1960
Photo taken July 1960, Pancras Road, London Kings Cross
781. YYX43
Vagg, Knockin Heath acquired YYX43, a 1960 A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Brittania C41F body from Birch Bros., London N.W.5 number K43 in May 1970.
Photo taken early 1971, Raven Meadows, Shrewsbury
Vagg, Knockin Heath acquired YYX43, a 1960 A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Brittania C41F body from Birch Bros., London N.W.5 number K43 in May 1970.
Photo taken early 1971, Raven Meadows, Shrewsbury
782. 1014MF
Cronshaw, London N.W.2 1014MF seen outside Hammersmith Station on a London Transport rail replacement service, was a Ford 570E with a Duple C41F body new in 1961
Photo taken February/March 1966, Hammersmith Broadway
Cronshaw, London N.W.2 1014MF seen outside Hammersmith Station on a London Transport rail replacement service, was a Ford 570E with a Duple C41F body new in 1961
Photo taken February/March 1966, Hammersmith Broadway
783. 1016MF
Barratt, contractor, 1016MF, a Ford Thames Trader 570E with Duple Yeoman C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1974, Mallowdale, Nunthorpe
Barratt, contractor, 1016MF, a Ford Thames Trader 570E with Duple Yeoman C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1974, Mallowdale, Nunthorpe
784. 214BLA
Entered in the Seventh British Coach Rally by Ementon, Cranfield, and seen on Madeira Drive in Brighton, is 214BLA which was a Ford 570E with a Duple Yeoman C41F body.
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
Entered in the Seventh British Coach Rally by Ementon, Cranfield, and seen on Madeira Drive in Brighton, is 214BLA which was a Ford 570E with a Duple Yeoman C41F body.
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
785. 3167PT
Gladwin's Coaches, Middlesbrough, 3167PT, a Bedford SB1 built in 1961 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken April 1972, West Lane, Middlesbrough
Gladwin's Coaches, Middlesbrough, 3167PT, a Bedford SB1 built in 1961 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken April 1972, West Lane, Middlesbrough
786. 3377PT
Trimdon Motor Services, Trimdon Grange, 3377PT, a Ford Thames Trader 570E built 1961 with Duple Yeoman C41F bodywork. Loading at West Hartlepool bus station for the return run to Sedgefield.
Photo taken mid 1960s, West Hartlepool Bus Station
Trimdon Motor Services, Trimdon Grange, 3377PT, a Ford Thames Trader 570E built 1961 with Duple Yeoman C41F bodywork. Loading at West Hartlepool bus station for the return run to Sedgefield.
Photo taken mid 1960s, West Hartlepool Bus Station
787. 390BLK
390BLK was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body, new in January 1961, in the Grey Green fleet of Ewer, London N.16 is seen in Hastings.
Photo taken Saturday 25 August 1962, Hastings
390BLK was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body, new in January 1961, in the Grey Green fleet of Ewer, London N.16 is seen in Hastings.
Photo taken Saturday 25 August 1962, Hastings
788. 4128UR
Hylton Castle Coaches, Sunderland, 4128UR, a Ford Thames Trader 570E built in 1961/2 with Duple Yeoman C41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1972, West Dyke Road, Redcar
Hylton Castle Coaches, Sunderland, 4128UR, a Ford Thames Trader 570E built in 1961/2 with Duple Yeoman C41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1972, West Dyke Road, Redcar
789. 416BLB
Roseland, London W.11 had a Duple Yeoman C41F body fitted to 416BLB which was a Ford 570E entered in the Seventh British Coach Rally and which is seen arriving on Madeira Drive at Brighton.
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
Roseland, London W.11 had a Duple Yeoman C41F body fitted to 416BLB which was a Ford 570E entered in the Seventh British Coach Rally and which is seen arriving on Madeira Drive at Brighton.
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
790. 416BLW
Welshways Menai Bridge 416BLW, an AEC Reliance with Duple Britannia C40F body. It was new to Global Tours of London in 1961 and I believe it was C36F with them.
Photo taken May 1968, Menai Bridge, Anglesey
Welshways Menai Bridge 416BLW, an AEC Reliance with Duple Britannia C40F body. It was new to Global Tours of London in 1961 and I believe it was C36F with them.
Photo taken May 1968, Menai Bridge, Anglesey
791. 445BXD
Samuelsons 445BXD, an AEC Reliance with Duple C41C body of 1961.
Photo taken c.1975, Battersea Wharf
Samuelsons 445BXD, an AEC Reliance with Duple C41C body of 1961.
Photo taken c.1975, Battersea Wharf
792. 446BXD
Duple Britannia C41C bodywork was fitted to 446BXD, an A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance of Samuelson, London S.W.1, seen taking part in the Seventh British Coach Rally on Madeira Drive in Brighton.
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
Duple Britannia C41C bodywork was fitted to 446BXD, an A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance of Samuelson, London S.W.1, seen taking part in the Seventh British Coach Rally on Madeira Drive in Brighton.
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
793. 4690CD
Duple Yeoman C41F bodied Ford 568E 4690CD was entered in the Seventh British Coach Rally by Campings, Brighton, who always obtained entry number 1, and is seen on Madeira Drive
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
Duple Yeoman C41F bodied Ford 568E 4690CD was entered in the Seventh British Coach Rally by Campings, Brighton, who always obtained entry number 1, and is seen on Madeira Drive
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
794. 4944NA
4944NA seen on Madeira Drive in Brighton was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple C39F body of Alpha, Brighton.
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
4944NA seen on Madeira Drive in Brighton was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple C39F body of Alpha, Brighton.
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
795. 526BGW
526BGW, seen in the off-white and red livery adopted by Timpson, London S.E.6 in 1966, was a Ford 570E with a Duple Yeoman C41F body, one of six new in 1961. 525-527 BGW were C41F and 528-530 BGW were C37F. This one passed to Rentower, Bedford in June 1970.
526BGW, seen in the off-white and red livery adopted by Timpson, London S.E.6 in 1966, was a Ford 570E with a Duple Yeoman C41F body, one of six new in 1961. 525-527 BGW were C41F and 528-530 BGW were C37F. This one passed to Rentower, Bedford in June 1970.
796. 535CYU
Timpsons of Catford, SE1, 535CYU, one of six 1961 Ford Thames Trader with Duple 'Yeoman' C41F coachwork, seen at Victoria Coach Station in July 1966.
Photo taken Saturday 30 July 1966, Victoria Coach Station, London
Timpsons of Catford, SE1, 535CYU, one of six 1961 Ford Thames Trader with Duple 'Yeoman' C41F coachwork, seen at Victoria Coach Station in July 1966.
Photo taken Saturday 30 July 1966, Victoria Coach Station, London
797. 588UTJ
AJ Eunson, Virkie, Shetland 588UTJ, a Ford Thames Trader 570E from 1961 with Duple Yeoman C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Esplanade, Lerwick, Shetland
AJ Eunson, Virkie, Shetland 588UTJ, a Ford Thames Trader 570E from 1961 with Duple Yeoman C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Esplanade, Lerwick, Shetland
798. 603CYS
P W Isbister, Walls, Shetland 603CYS, a Bedford C5C1 from 1961 with Duple C29F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Esplanade, Lerwick, Shetland
P W Isbister, Walls, Shetland 603CYS, a Bedford C5C1 from 1961 with Duple C29F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Esplanade, Lerwick, Shetland
799. 606CYS
MacBraynes 182, 606CYS was a Bedford C5 with a Duple coach body from 1961. One of its sisters (179) has been preserved.
Photo taken 1962, Fort William Pier Terminal
MacBraynes 182, 606CYS was a Bedford C5 with a Duple coach body from 1961. One of its sisters (179) has been preserved.
Photo taken 1962, Fort William Pier Terminal
800. 606CYS
David MacBrayne 182, 606CYS, was a Bedford C5C1 with Duple C29F bodywork which had been new in May 1961. It is seen here at Fort William Bus Station.
Photo taken c.1969, Fort William Bus Station
David MacBrayne 182, 606CYS, was a Bedford C5C1 with Duple C29F bodywork which had been new in May 1961. It is seen here at Fort William Bus Station.
Photo taken c.1969, Fort William Bus Station
801. 662KNN
General, Chester-le-Street, 25, 662KNN, a Bedford SB1 built in 1961 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken February 1978, Chester-le-Street Bus Station
General, Chester-le-Street, 25, 662KNN, a Bedford SB1 built in 1961 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken February 1978, Chester-le-Street Bus Station
802. 66BHO
Parked up in Culling of Claxton's Norwich yard are 1961 AEC Reliance/Duple Britannia C43F 66BHO which was new to Creamline, Borden (and thus gadded about England on Forces Leave Services for a couple of years before being acquired by Culling) and NVG194L, a 1973 Bedford YRT/Willowbrook B57F new to Culling. The other Culling's bus just in frame is UCL826K, their 1972 Bedford YRQ/Willowbrook B52F (oh the joys of 3 and 2 seating!)
Photo taken Summer 1976 or 1977, Culling's Yard, Norwich
Parked up in Culling of Claxton's Norwich yard are 1961 AEC Reliance/Duple Britannia C43F 66BHO which was new to Creamline, Borden (and thus gadded about England on Forces Leave Services for a couple of years before being acquired by Culling) and NVG194L, a 1973 Bedford YRT/Willowbrook B57F new to Culling. The other Culling's bus just in frame is UCL826K, their 1972 Bedford YRQ/Willowbrook B52F (oh the joys of 3 and 2 seating!)
Photo taken Summer 1976 or 1977, Culling's Yard, Norwich
803. 680UPA
Surrey Motors, Sutton 46, 680UPA, a Ford 570E, new in May 1961 with a Duple Yeoman C41F body, is seen in Hastings.
Photo taken Saturday 25 August 1962, Hastings
Surrey Motors, Sutton 46, 680UPA, a Ford 570E, new in May 1961 with a Duple Yeoman C41F body, is seen in Hastings.
Photo taken Saturday 25 August 1962, Hastings
804. 6888WA
JD Peace, Kirkwall, Orkney, 6888WA, a Bedford SB1 built in 1961 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork (UW 4-18-3). Acquired in 1972, this was still in the livery of the previous operator, Hague of Sheffield.
Photo taken August 1973, Garage, Kirkwall
JD Peace, Kirkwall, Orkney, 6888WA, a Bedford SB1 built in 1961 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork (UW 4-18-3). Acquired in 1972, this was still in the livery of the previous operator, Hague of Sheffield.
Photo taken August 1973, Garage, Kirkwall
805. 6DOG
Elcock & Prince, Ironbridge acquired 6DOG from its original operator Harper, Birmingham in March 1968. Seen at Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, it was a Ford 570E with a Duple Yeoman C41F body dating from 1961.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
Elcock & Prince, Ironbridge acquired 6DOG from its original operator Harper, Birmingham in March 1968. Seen at Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, it was a Ford 570E with a Duple Yeoman C41F body dating from 1961.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
806. 715COM
1961 Ford Thames/Duple Yeoman coach 715COM, new to Allenways, Birmingham, it is now beautifully restored in the livery of Den Caney, Birmingham.
Photo taken Sunday 22 September 2013, Long Marton
1961 Ford Thames/Duple Yeoman coach 715COM, new to Allenways, Birmingham, it is now beautifully restored in the livery of Den Caney, Birmingham.
Photo taken Sunday 22 September 2013, Long Marton
807. 752TPC
Ritchie & Baguley, Sutton (t/a Morden Travel) entered 752TPC, a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Super Vega C27F body in the Seventh British Coach Rally where it is seen on Madeira Drive, Brighton.
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
Ritchie & Baguley, Sutton (t/a Morden Travel) entered 752TPC, a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Super Vega C27F body in the Seventh British Coach Rally where it is seen on Madeira Drive, Brighton.
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
808. 801PVK
Millport Motors 801PVK seen at the Ferry Road /Kelburn St junction was a Bedford SB1 with Duple C41F body. No information as to its previous life other than "Seymour, Trimdon". It was certainly not going to the "RACES" on the Isle of Cumbrae. Over to you Alan H!
Photo taken 1969, Kelburn Street, Millport, Isle of Cumbrae
Millport Motors 801PVK seen at the Ferry Road /Kelburn St junction was a Bedford SB1 with Duple C41F body. No information as to its previous life other than "Seymour, Trimdon". It was certainly not going to the "RACES" on the Isle of Cumbrae. Over to you Alan H!
Photo taken 1969, Kelburn Street, Millport, Isle of Cumbrae
809. 801PVK
Peace, Kirkwall, Orkney, 801PVK, a Bedford SB1 built in 1961 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork. New to Seymour, Trimdon, it moved north in ownership ending in Orkney. Possibly quite newly arrived when photographed at Peace's garage.
Photo taken August 1973, Peace's garage in Kirkwall
Peace, Kirkwall, Orkney, 801PVK, a Bedford SB1 built in 1961 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork. New to Seymour, Trimdon, it moved north in ownership ending in Orkney. Possibly quite newly arrived when photographed at Peace's garage.
Photo taken August 1973, Peace's garage in Kirkwall
810. 869EAO
Wright Bros, Nenthead, 869EAO, a Bedford SB1 built in 1961 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken mid 1970s?, Marlborough Crescent Bus Station, Newcastle
Wright Bros, Nenthead, 869EAO, a Bedford SB1 built in 1961 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken mid 1970s?, Marlborough Crescent Bus Station, Newcastle
811. 878WTW
Highland Omnibuses T15, 873WTW, a 1961 Ford 570E with Duple Yeoman C41F body, was possibly a Ford demonstrator before working for Trimdon Motor Services and Drysdale of Cupar, arriving at Highland via Alexander Fife in 1968.
Photo taken June 1968
Highland Omnibuses T15, 873WTW, a 1961 Ford 570E with Duple Yeoman C41F body, was possibly a Ford demonstrator before working for Trimdon Motor Services and Drysdale of Cupar, arriving at Highland via Alexander Fife in 1968.
Photo taken June 1968
812. 8848WY
West Yorkshire RCC CF1, 8848WY, was a Ford Thames 570E with Duple Yeoman C41F body, dating from 1961 when it entered service with Waterhouse of Crawshawbooth. It was sold to Samuel Ledgard in 1963 and passed to WYRCC after the takeover in October 1967 and withdrawn in 1969.
Photo taken circa 1967-69, Bridlington Railway Station
West Yorkshire RCC CF1, 8848WY, was a Ford Thames 570E with Duple Yeoman C41F body, dating from 1961 when it entered service with Waterhouse of Crawshawbooth. It was sold to Samuel Ledgard in 1963 and passed to WYRCC after the takeover in October 1967 and withdrawn in 1969.
Photo taken circa 1967-69, Bridlington Railway Station
813. 8BXB
Eastern National 507, 8BXB, was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple C41F body which had been new in April 1961 to Tillings Tranport, from whom it was aquired in 1965.
Photo taken February/March 1966, Prittlewell Depot, Southend
Eastern National 507, 8BXB, was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple C41F body which had been new in April 1961 to Tillings Tranport, from whom it was aquired in 1965.
Photo taken February/March 1966, Prittlewell Depot, Southend
814. 902EAO
Titterington, Blencow 902EAO was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body new in 1961 and was seen in Penrith.
Photo taken Thursday 6 August 1970, Sandgate, Penrith
Titterington, Blencow 902EAO was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body new in 1961 and was seen in Penrith.
Photo taken Thursday 6 August 1970, Sandgate, Penrith
815. 9931UG
Bob's Buses, Thornaby, 15 9931UG, a Ford Thames Trader 570E built in 1961 with Duple Yeoman C41F bodywork.
Photo taken January 1972, Thornaby Place, Thornaby on Tees
Bob's Buses, Thornaby, 15 9931UG, a Ford Thames Trader 570E built in 1961 with Duple Yeoman C41F bodywork.
Photo taken January 1972, Thornaby Place, Thornaby on Tees
816. EBF217
Churchbridge, Cannock 38, EBF217, was a Bedford SB1, new in January 1961, with a Duple Super Vega C41F body, seen at Wembley Stadium.
Photo taken Saturday 27 April 1963, Wembley Stadium
Churchbridge, Cannock 38, EBF217, was a Bedford SB1, new in January 1961, with a Duple Super Vega C41F body, seen at Wembley Stadium.
Photo taken Saturday 27 April 1963, Wembley Stadium
817. EBF218
Churchbridge Motor Services, Cannock 39, EBF218, was the second of two Bedford SB1s with Duple C41F bodies new in January 1961.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
Churchbridge Motor Services, Cannock 39, EBF218, was the second of two Bedford SB1s with Duple C41F bodies new in January 1961.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
818. GHD215
Yorkshire Woollen 871, GHD215, one of six Ford Thames 570Es with Duple 41 seat body, new in 1961. This type of coach was an extremely unusual addition to a BET fleet being more usually seen as a typical independent opThis coach lasted until 1967 with Yorkshire Woollen.erator's coach
Photo taken Sunday 13 August 1995, Greenhead Park, Huddersfield
Yorkshire Woollen 871, GHD215, one of six Ford Thames 570Es with Duple 41 seat body, new in 1961. This type of coach was an extremely unusual addition to a BET fleet being more usually seen as a typical independent opThis coach lasted until 1967 with Yorkshire Woollen.erator's coach
Photo taken Sunday 13 August 1995, Greenhead Park, Huddersfield
819. GHD215
Ford were the last big company to offer full size PSV chassis only doing so from the late fifties. One of the early purchasers of the marque was suprisingly Yorkshire Woollen who took a small batch with Duple coachwork in 1961. 871, GHD215, shows Yorkshire Woollen's gothic script fleetname used on coaches. It is a Ford Thames 570E and has recently returned to the rally scene after further restoration
Photo taken Saturday 13 October 2012, Pudsey
Ford were the last big company to offer full size PSV chassis only doing so from the late fifties. One of the early purchasers of the marque was suprisingly Yorkshire Woollen who took a small batch with Duple coachwork in 1961. 871, GHD215, shows Yorkshire Woollen's gothic script fleetname used on coaches. It is a Ford Thames 570E and has recently returned to the rally scene after further restoration
Photo taken Saturday 13 October 2012, Pudsey
820. GHD215
A rear view of Yorkshire Woollen 871, GHD215, a 1961 Ford Thames with Duple bodywork. The joint Thames-Duple name plate is of interest as is the rear emergency exit. This coach was a popular alternative amongst independents to the Bedford/Duple combination
Photo taken Saturday 13 October 2012, Pudsey
A rear view of Yorkshire Woollen 871, GHD215, a 1961 Ford Thames with Duple bodywork. The joint Thames-Duple name plate is of interest as is the rear emergency exit. This coach was a popular alternative amongst independents to the Bedford/Duple combination
Photo taken Saturday 13 October 2012, Pudsey
821. GHD215
A line up of Yorkshire Woollen District vehicles at Dewsbury Bus Museum Open Day. From the left they are 871, GHD215, a 1961 Duple C41F bodied Ford Thames Trader 570E, 893, GHD765, a 1962 Metro-Cammell bodied Leyland Titan PD3A/1 & 622, HD7905, a 1948 Brush B34F bodied Leyland Tiger PS1.
Photo taken Sunday 18 November 2012, Havelock Street, Ravensthorpe, near Dewsbury Bus Museum
A line up of Yorkshire Woollen District vehicles at Dewsbury Bus Museum Open Day. From the left they are 871, GHD215, a 1961 Duple C41F bodied Ford Thames Trader 570E, 893, GHD765, a 1962 Metro-Cammell bodied Leyland Titan PD3A/1 & 622, HD7905, a 1948 Brush B34F bodied Leyland Tiger PS1.
Photo taken Sunday 18 November 2012, Havelock Street, Ravensthorpe, near Dewsbury Bus Museum
822. HBF664
Seen in Donnington is Greatrex, Stafford 117, HBF664, a Ford 570E with a Duple Yeoman C41F body new in June 1961.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
Seen in Donnington is Greatrex, Stafford 117, HBF664, a Ford 570E with a Duple Yeoman C41F body new in June 1961.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
823. J13236
Pioneer, St. Helier 5, J13236, a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body, seen at Gorey, had been new in March 1961 to Salopia, Whitchurch as WNT249.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Gorey
Pioneer, St. Helier 5, J13236, a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body, seen at Gorey, had been new in March 1961 to Salopia, Whitchurch as WNT249.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Gorey
824. LBF474
Four Duple Super Vega C41F bodied Bedford SB8s were new to Harper, Heath Hayes in 1961 and LBF474, the second of them, was number 65, entering service in June.
Photo taken Sunday 22 March 1964
Four Duple Super Vega C41F bodied Bedford SB8s were new to Harper, Heath Hayes in 1961 and LBF474, the second of them, was number 65, entering service in June.
Photo taken Sunday 22 March 1964
825. LSN56
J Leask & Son, Lerwick, Shetland, LSN56, a Bedford SB3 built in 1961 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Esplanade, Lerwick, Shetland
J Leask & Son, Lerwick, Shetland, LSN56, a Bedford SB3 built in 1961 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Esplanade, Lerwick, Shetland
826. TJD465
Entered in the Seventh British Coach Rally by Essex County Coaches, London E.15, and seen on Madeira Drive is TJD465, an A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C37C body.
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
Entered in the Seventh British Coach Rally by Essex County Coaches, London E.15, and seen on Madeira Drive is TJD465, an A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C37C body.
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
827. TTY990
Wright Bros TTY990 was a Bedford SB1 with Duple C41F bodywork which had been new in May 1961 to Hollings of North Road, Wallsend. It is seen at Alston, operating the 0910 Newcastle to Keswick journey; there was a 15 minute refreshment stop at Alston.
Photo taken c.1969, Alston, Henderson's Garage
Wright Bros TTY990 was a Bedford SB1 with Duple C41F bodywork which had been new in May 1961 to Hollings of North Road, Wallsend. It is seen at Alston, operating the 0910 Newcastle to Keswick journey; there was a 15 minute refreshment stop at Alston.
Photo taken c.1969, Alston, Henderson's Garage
828. UAN726
London Co-Operative Society, Stratford UAN726, a 1961 AEC 'Reliance' with Duple 'Britannia III' C41C coachwork.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Central Coach Station, Susans Road, Eastbourne
London Co-Operative Society, Stratford UAN726, a 1961 AEC 'Reliance' with Duple 'Britannia III' C41C coachwork.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Central Coach Station, Susans Road, Eastbourne
829. WRX776
South Midland 861, WRX776, was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple Super Vega C37F body new in 1961 seen at the Council Depot, Craneford Way, Twickenham.
Photo taken Saturday 16 March 1963, Craneford Way, London Twickenham
South Midland 861, WRX776, was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple Super Vega C37F body new in 1961 seen at the Council Depot, Craneford Way, Twickenham.
Photo taken Saturday 16 March 1963, Craneford Way, London Twickenham
830. XCJ700
Yeomans, Canon Pyon 2, XCJ700, was an A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41F body, new in 1961.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
Yeomans, Canon Pyon 2, XCJ700, was an A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41F body, new in 1961.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
831. XVJ600
XVJ600 was number 14 in the fleet of Yeomans, Canon Pyon, and was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body dating from 1961.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
XVJ600 was number 14 in the fleet of Yeomans, Canon Pyon, and was a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body dating from 1961.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
832. YAA100
YAA100 was an A.E.C. 2MU3RA Reliance entered in the Seventh British Coach Rally by Liss & District, Bordon. Seen on Madeira Drive, Brighton it had a Duple Britannia C43F body.
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
YAA100 was an A.E.C. 2MU3RA Reliance entered in the Seventh British Coach Rally by Liss & District, Bordon. Seen on Madeira Drive, Brighton it had a Duple Britannia C43F body.
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
833. YBD79
York Bros., Northampton 79, YBD79, seen on Madeira Drive, Brighton during the Seventh British Coach Rally, was an A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41C body.
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
York Bros., Northampton 79, YBD79, seen on Madeira Drive, Brighton during the Seventh British Coach Rally, was an A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41C body.
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
834. YBD82
YBD82 was new to York Bros., Northampton in 1961 and became Premier Travel, Cambridge 215 in October 1970. It was an A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41C body and was seen at the garage in Haverhill.
Photo taken Sunday 5 September 1971, Haverhill
YBD82 was new to York Bros., Northampton in 1961 and became Premier Travel, Cambridge 215 in October 1970. It was an A.E.C. 2MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C41C body and was seen at the garage in Haverhill.
Photo taken Sunday 5 September 1971, Haverhill
835. YFW687
Guiseley Tours YFW687, an A E C Reliance 2MU3RA built in 1961 with Duple Britannia C43F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1974, Redcar Racecourse
Guiseley Tours YFW687, an A E C Reliance 2MU3RA built in 1961 with Duple Britannia C43F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1974, Redcar Racecourse
836. YLD228
Clubb, Wilmington YLD228 was a Ford 570E with a Duple C37F body entered in the Seventh British Coach Rally at Brighton and seen here on Madeira Drive.
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
Clubb, Wilmington YLD228 was a Ford 570E with a Duple C37F body entered in the Seventh British Coach Rally at Brighton and seen here on Madeira Drive.
Photo taken Sunday 23 April 1961, Madeira Drive, Brighton
837. YRP2
K.W. Coaches, Daventry A32, YRP2, a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body is seen at Hampton Court.
Photo taken Saturday 20 April 1963, opposite Hampton Court Station
K.W. Coaches, Daventry A32, YRP2, a Bedford SB1 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body is seen at Hampton Court.
Photo taken Saturday 20 April 1963, opposite Hampton Court Station
838. YVA683
Bell, Cumbernauld entered YVA683 in the 1974 National Coach Rally and it is seen at Blackpool taking part in the driving tests. It was a Commer Avenger IV with a Duple Corinthian C41F body which had been new to him in January 1961.
Photo taken Saturday 6 April 1974, Blackpool
Bell, Cumbernauld entered YVA683 in the 1974 National Coach Rally and it is seen at Blackpool taking part in the driving tests. It was a Commer Avenger IV with a Duple Corinthian C41F body which had been new to him in January 1961.
Photo taken Saturday 6 April 1974, Blackpool
839. YVA872
Hunter, Tantobie acquired YVA872 from Hutchison, Overtown in March 1962 and the AEC 2MU3RV Reliance with Duple C41F body, which had been new in 1961, is still in Hutchison livery in this shot at Hunter's Garage at Tantobie.
Photo taken Wednesday 30 July 1969, Tantobie
Hunter, Tantobie acquired YVA872 from Hutchison, Overtown in March 1962 and the AEC 2MU3RV Reliance with Duple C41F body, which had been new in 1961, is still in Hutchison livery in this shot at Hunter's Garage at Tantobie.
Photo taken Wednesday 30 July 1969, Tantobie
840. YVA872
Abbeyways of Halifax YVA872, an AEC Reliance 2MU3RV with Duple Britannia C41F body, new to Hutchison's of Overtown in 1961, latterly with Hunter's of Tantobie and still operated in their livery.
Photo taken Thursday 17 May 1984, St. James Road, Halifax
Abbeyways of Halifax YVA872, an AEC Reliance 2MU3RV with Duple Britannia C41F body, new to Hutchison's of Overtown in 1961, latterly with Hunter's of Tantobie and still operated in their livery.
Photo taken Thursday 17 May 1984, St. James Road, Halifax
841. YVA872
A rear view of Abbeyways of Halifax YVA872, an AEC Reliance 2MU3RV with Duple Britannia C41F body, new in 1961 to Hutchison's of Overtown, latterly with Hunter's of Tantobie and still operated in their livery.
Photo taken Thursday 17 May 1984, St. James Road, Halifax
A rear view of Abbeyways of Halifax YVA872, an AEC Reliance 2MU3RV with Duple Britannia C41F body, new in 1961 to Hutchison's of Overtown, latterly with Hunter's of Tantobie and still operated in their livery.
Photo taken Thursday 17 May 1984, St. James Road, Halifax
842. 11EBF
New to Harper Bros., Heath Hayes in June 1962 and numbered 71, 11EBF was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body which was seen at the garage at Heath Hayes.
Photo taken Sunday 22 March 1964
New to Harper Bros., Heath Hayes in June 1962 and numbered 71, 11EBF was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body which was seen at the garage at Heath Hayes.
Photo taken Sunday 22 March 1964
843. 1BNV
K.W., Daventry A38, 1BNV, was an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C43F body new in April 1962.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
K.W., Daventry A38, 1BNV, was an A.E.C. MU3RV Reliance with a Duple Britannia C43F body new in April 1962.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
844. 252BNW
West Yorkshire RCC CF1, 8848WY, was a Ford Thames 570E with Duple Yeoman C41F body, dating from 1961 when it entered service with Waterhouse of Crawshawbooth. It was sold to Samuel Ledgard in 1963 and passed to WYRCC after the takeover in October 1967 and withdrawn in 1969.
Photo taken circa 1967-69, Bridlington Railway Station
West Yorkshire RCC CF1, 8848WY, was a Ford Thames 570E with Duple Yeoman C41F body, dating from 1961 when it entered service with Waterhouse of Crawshawbooth. It was sold to Samuel Ledgard in 1963 and passed to WYRCC after the takeover in October 1967 and withdrawn in 1969.
Photo taken circa 1967-69, Bridlington Railway Station
845. 3136MX
Sargeants Brothers, Kington, 3136MX, a Ford Thames Trader 570E built in 1962 with Duple Yeoman C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Hay-on-Wye
Sargeants Brothers, Kington, 3136MX, a Ford Thames Trader 570E built in 1962 with Duple Yeoman C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Hay-on-Wye
846. 369FGB
MacBrayne, Glasgow 17, 369FGB, seen at the coach station/garage in Glasgow, was a Bedford VAS1 with a Duple Bella Vista C29F body which had been new in May 1962, along with seven others.
Photo taken Saturday 1 August 1970, Glasgow
MacBrayne, Glasgow 17, 369FGB, seen at the coach station/garage in Glasgow, was a Bedford VAS1 with a Duple Bella Vista C29F body which had been new in May 1962, along with seven others.
Photo taken Saturday 1 August 1970, Glasgow
847. 376FGB
David MacBrayne 75, 376FGB, was a Bedford VAS1 with Duple Bella Vista C29F bodywork which had been new in May 1962. It is seen on Fort William pier (with Loch Linnhe in the background) about to set off on the Ardgour Circular Tour.
Photo taken c.1969, Fort William Pier Terminal
David MacBrayne 75, 376FGB, was a Bedford VAS1 with Duple Bella Vista C29F bodywork which had been new in May 1962. It is seen on Fort William pier (with Loch Linnhe in the background) about to set off on the Ardgour Circular Tour.
Photo taken c.1969, Fort William Pier Terminal
848. 411ELE
George Ewer (Grey Green), London N.16 411ELE was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body new in June 1962.
Photo taken Sunday 11 October 1964, Colchester Bus Station
George Ewer (Grey Green), London N.16 411ELE was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body new in June 1962.
Photo taken Sunday 11 October 1964, Colchester Bus Station
849. 414ELE
George Ewer, London N.16 operated 414ELE in the Grey Green fleet and Duple C41F bodied Bedford SB8 is seen in Colchester Bus Station.
Photo taken Saturday 28 March 1964, Colchester Bus Station
George Ewer, London N.16 operated 414ELE in the Grey Green fleet and Duple C41F bodied Bedford SB8 is seen in Colchester Bus Station.
Photo taken Saturday 28 March 1964, Colchester Bus Station
850. 421DAC
Lloyd, Nuneaton 421DAC was one of five Bedford SB5s with Duple Super Vega C41F bodies new in June 1962 which was seen at Twickenham.
Photo taken Saturday 16 March 1963, Craneford Way, London Twickenham
Lloyd, Nuneaton 421DAC was one of five Bedford SB5s with Duple Super Vega C41F bodies new in June 1962 which was seen at Twickenham.
Photo taken Saturday 16 March 1963, Craneford Way, London Twickenham
851. 423DAC
Bedford SB5 423DAC with a Duple C41F body had been new to Lloyd, Nuneaton in June 1962.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
Bedford SB5 423DAC with a Duple C41F body had been new to Lloyd, Nuneaton in June 1962.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
852. 453BMO
Reliance, Newbury 79, 453BMO, new in July 1962, was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Vega C41F body, seen at Wembley Stadium.
Photo taken Saturday 27 April 1963, Wembley Stadium
Reliance, Newbury 79, 453BMO, new in July 1962, was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Vega C41F body, seen at Wembley Stadium.
Photo taken Saturday 27 April 1963, Wembley Stadium
853. 500BVJ
H Ballard, Welshpool, 500BVJ, a Bedford SB3 built in 1962 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork. Still in full Tours IoM livery where it had been registered 7040MN, this had been new to Yeoman, Canon Pyon, and had reverted to its original registration.
Photo taken July 1978, Garage, Welshpool
H Ballard, Welshpool, 500BVJ, a Bedford SB3 built in 1962 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork. Still in full Tours IoM livery where it had been registered 7040MN, this had been new to Yeoman, Canon Pyon, and had reverted to its original registration.
Photo taken July 1978, Garage, Welshpool
854. 50NDE
Silcox, Pembroke Dock 61, 50NDE, was a Leyland L2 Leopard with a Duple Britannia C45F body new in January 1962. It is seen in Cheltenham approaching the entrance to the Coach Station.
Photo taken Saturday 15 July 1972, near Coach Station, Cheltenham
Silcox, Pembroke Dock 61, 50NDE, was a Leyland L2 Leopard with a Duple Britannia C45F body new in January 1962. It is seen in Cheltenham approaching the entrance to the Coach Station.
Photo taken Saturday 15 July 1972, near Coach Station, Cheltenham
855. 533CYU
Timpson, Catford 533CYU was a Ford 570E with a Duple Yeoman C41F body new in March 1962.
Photo taken Sunday 20 September 1964
Timpson, Catford 533CYU was a Ford 570E with a Duple Yeoman C41F body new in March 1962.
Photo taken Sunday 20 September 1964
856. 5644DD
Warner, Tewksbury 5664DD, seen at the Council Depot, Craneford Way, Twickenham, was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body new to Warner in May 1962.
Photo taken Saturday 16 March 1963, Craneford Way, London Twickenham
Warner, Tewksbury 5664DD, seen at the Council Depot, Craneford Way, Twickenham, was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body new to Warner in May 1962.
Photo taken Saturday 16 March 1963, Craneford Way, London Twickenham
857. 571BWT
This is quite a rare AEC Britannia with one piece window, carrying registartion 571BWT. I'm after any help the SCT61 team can give me about this vehicle and it's history. I'm sorry the location and weather doesn't make it ideal for photography.
Photo taken Wednesday 26 November 2014
This is quite a rare AEC Britannia with one piece window, carrying registartion 571BWT. I'm after any help the SCT61 team can give me about this vehicle and it's history. I'm sorry the location and weather doesn't make it ideal for photography.
Photo taken Wednesday 26 November 2014
858. 571BWT
An earlier shot of Kens mystery coach 571BWT. It dates from 1962, registered in the West Riding and possibly new to Dodd of Belton. It later ran for Bond Brothers of Willington in County Durham. When photographed it was at a rally in Huddersfield in the mid nineties. After this it was repainted in the livery of Shaw Brothers of Byers Green although it was never owned by them.
Photo taken Sunday 13 August 1995, Greenhead Park, Huddersfield
An earlier shot of Kens mystery coach 571BWT. It dates from 1962, registered in the West Riding and possibly new to Dodd of Belton. It later ran for Bond Brothers of Willington in County Durham. When photographed it was at a rally in Huddersfield in the mid nineties. After this it was repainted in the livery of Shaw Brothers of Byers Green although it was never owned by them.
Photo taken Sunday 13 August 1995, Greenhead Park, Huddersfield
859. 571BWT
Cadman's of Thorne 571BWT, an AEC Reliance 2MU3RA with Duple Britannia C41F body, new to Fearn's of Dodworth in 1962.
Photo taken October 1982, Cadman's premises, Thorne Moorends, near Doncaster
Cadman's of Thorne 571BWT, an AEC Reliance 2MU3RA with Duple Britannia C41F body, new to Fearn's of Dodworth in 1962.
Photo taken October 1982, Cadman's premises, Thorne Moorends, near Doncaster
860. 667CVD
Irvine, Salsburgh 667CVD was a Ford 570E with a Duple Yeoman C41F body.
Photo taken Saturday 15 August 1964
Irvine, Salsburgh 667CVD was a Ford 570E with a Duple Yeoman C41F body.
Photo taken Saturday 15 August 1964
861. 675OCV
The Duple bodied Bedford SB was once the workhorse of many an independent fleet. Seen here is Crimson of St Ives (the Cornish one) 675OCV, a 1962 Bedford SB3 and typical of the breed.
Photo taken Sunday 12 August 2018, Top O' Town Car Park, Dorchester
The Duple bodied Bedford SB was once the workhorse of many an independent fleet. Seen here is Crimson of St Ives (the Cornish one) 675OCV, a 1962 Bedford SB3 and typical of the breed.
Photo taken Sunday 12 August 2018, Top O' Town Car Park, Dorchester
862. 704RDH
Evans, Minsterley (Minsterley Motor Company) 704RDH, seen in Shrewsbury, had been acquired in March 1967 from Morris, Borehamwood. It was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body, new in January 1962 to Central, Walsall.
Photo taken early 1971, Raven Meadows, Shrewsbury
Evans, Minsterley (Minsterley Motor Company) 704RDH, seen in Shrewsbury, had been acquired in March 1967 from Morris, Borehamwood. It was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body, new in January 1962 to Central, Walsall.
Photo taken early 1971, Raven Meadows, Shrewsbury
863. 752MRR
W Gash, Newark, B18, 752MRR, a Bedford VAS1 built in 1962 with Duple Bella Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1972, Redcar Racecourse
W Gash, Newark, B18, 752MRR, a Bedford VAS1 built in 1962 with Duple Bella Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1972, Redcar Racecourse
864. 752MRR
Gash, Newark B18, 752MRR, was a Bedford VAS1 with Duple Bella Vista C29F bodywork built in 1962.
Photo taken Saturday 9 February 1963, St Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester
Gash, Newark B18, 752MRR, was a Bedford VAS1 with Duple Bella Vista C29F bodywork built in 1962.
Photo taken Saturday 9 February 1963, St Margaret's Bus Station, Leicester
865. 7725MN
Tours (Isle of Man) 39, 7725MN, a Bedford SB3 built in 1962 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1976, Douglas, IOM
Tours (Isle of Man) 39, 7725MN, a Bedford SB3 built in 1962 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1976, Douglas, IOM
866. 8250CD
8250CD, new to Camping, Brighton in January 1962, was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple C41F body, passing to Leesway, South Oxhey in 1965 and to Hudson, Herne Bay in June 1967.
Photo taken Saturday 13 May 1972, Manor Park Road, Harlesden
8250CD, new to Camping, Brighton in January 1962, was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple C41F body, passing to Leesway, South Oxhey in 1965 and to Hudson, Herne Bay in June 1967.
Photo taken Saturday 13 May 1972, Manor Park Road, Harlesden
867. 8250CD
New to Camping, Brighton in January 1962, 8250CD was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple C41F body which is seen here with Leesway, South Oxhey to whom it passed in 1965.
Photo taken February/March 1966
New to Camping, Brighton in January 1962, 8250CD was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple C41F body which is seen here with Leesway, South Oxhey to whom it passed in 1965.
Photo taken February/March 1966
868. 8329DD
Thomas, West Ewell 8329DD was an A.E.C. 2MU3RA Reliance with a Duple Britannia C43F body acquired from Stanwell Car Hire in November 1977. It had been new in May 1962 to Renown, Bristol and is seen here in Stoneleigh Park Road, Stoneleigh whilst working a rail replacement service.
Photo taken Sunday 9 July 1978, Stoneleigh Park Road, Stoneleigh
Thomas, West Ewell 8329DD was an A.E.C. 2MU3RA Reliance with a Duple Britannia C43F body acquired from Stanwell Car Hire in November 1977. It had been new in May 1962 to Renown, Bristol and is seen here in Stoneleigh Park Road, Stoneleigh whilst working a rail replacement service.
Photo taken Sunday 9 July 1978, Stoneleigh Park Road, Stoneleigh
869. 922DLK
J Clubb of Wilmington, Kent 922DLK, one of three 1962 Ford 'Thames Trader' 570E with Duple 'Yeoman' coachwork.
Photo taken Wednesday 28 July 1965, Greencroft Coach Park, Eastbourne
J Clubb of Wilmington, Kent 922DLK, one of three 1962 Ford 'Thames Trader' 570E with Duple 'Yeoman' coachwork.
Photo taken Wednesday 28 July 1965, Greencroft Coach Park, Eastbourne
870. 951WTU
Byrne's of Leek OBF342D, an Albion Victor VT21L with Duple Northern Firefly C41F body new in 1966, and Swain's (of not sure where) 951WTU, a Bedford SB5 with Duple Bella Vega C41F body, new in 1962 to Naylor's of Stockton Heath.
Photo taken 1973, a coach park somewhere in York
Byrne's of Leek OBF342D, an Albion Victor VT21L with Duple Northern Firefly C41F body new in 1966, and Swain's (of not sure where) 951WTU, a Bedford SB5 with Duple Bella Vega C41F body, new in 1962 to Naylor's of Stockton Heath.
Photo taken 1973, a coach park somewhere in York
871. 9545PT
Cleveland Transit S343, 9545PT, a Bedford SB5 built in 1962 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1975, former SMS depot, Saltburn
Cleveland Transit S343, 9545PT, a Bedford SB5 built in 1962 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1975, former SMS depot, Saltburn
872. 9546PT
Cleveland Transit S344 9546PT Bedford SB5 built in 1962 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1975, former SMS depot, Saltburn
Cleveland Transit S344 9546PT Bedford SB5 built in 1962 with Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1975, former SMS depot, Saltburn
873. 999CBE
Atkins of Skegness 999CBE, an AEC Reliance with Duple Britannia C41F body.
Photo taken Wednesday 16 September 1970, Grand Parade, Skegness
Atkins of Skegness 999CBE, an AEC Reliance with Duple Britannia C41F body.
Photo taken Wednesday 16 September 1970, Grand Parade, Skegness
874. 9EBF
Number 70 in the Harper Bros., Heath Hayes fleet was this Bedford SB8, registered 9EBF, with a Duple Super Vega C41F body which had been new in June 1962.
Photo taken Sunday 22 March 1964
Number 70 in the Harper Bros., Heath Hayes fleet was this Bedford SB8, registered 9EBF, with a Duple Super Vega C41F body which had been new in June 1962.
Photo taken Sunday 22 March 1964
875. BSB526
McConnachie, Campbeltown BSB526 was a Bedford SBO with a Duple Vega C41F body which had been new to Gold Line, Dunoon, passing to McConnachie in 1962.
Photo taken Saturday 15 August 1964, Kinloch Road, Cambeltown
McConnachie, Campbeltown BSB526 was a Bedford SBO with a Duple Vega C41F body which had been new to Gold Line, Dunoon, passing to McConnachie in 1962.
Photo taken Saturday 15 August 1964, Kinloch Road, Cambeltown
876. J31521
J31521, Redline Tours , St. Helier 19, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body acquired in June 1963 from Corvedale, Ludlow.
Photo taken Monday 6 June 1966, Esplanade, St Helier
J31521, Redline Tours , St. Helier 19, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Super Vega C41F body acquired in June 1963 from Corvedale, Ludlow.
Photo taken Monday 6 June 1966, Esplanade, St Helier
877. PCP735
Hebble 52, PCP735, a Ford Thames Trader with Duple C41F body new in 1962, seen here on hire to Wallace Arnold.
Photo taken 1965, Donisthorpe Street, Leeds
Hebble 52, PCP735, a Ford Thames Trader with Duple C41F body new in 1962, seen here on hire to Wallace Arnold.
Photo taken 1965, Donisthorpe Street, Leeds
878. SRS133
Alexander Northern, Aberdeen NW263, SRS133, seen at Elgin, was a Bedford VAS1 with a Duple Bella Vista C29F body and was the last of three new in May 1962.
Photo taken Thursday 30 July 1970, Elgin
Alexander Northern, Aberdeen NW263, SRS133, seen at Elgin, was a Bedford VAS1 with a Duple Bella Vista C29F body and was the last of three new in May 1962.
Photo taken Thursday 30 July 1970, Elgin
879. TGV531
Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork was carried by TGV531, a Bedford SB5 new in April 1962 in the fleet of Morley, West Row, who used Grey Coaches as the fleetname.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
Duple Super Vega C41F bodywork was carried by TGV531, a Bedford SB5 new in April 1962 in the fleet of Morley, West Row, who used Grey Coaches as the fleetname.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
880. VNL588
I'm sure we can easily manage 41 SCT61 time travellers to pay 55p (40p for children) for this afternoon excursion from Leicester to Twycross Zoo. Barton 1117, VNL588, was a Bedford SB5 with Duple Super Vega C41F new to Hollings, Wallsend in February 1962 and stands beside an unknown heavyweight companion, with one or other taking a cheaper unspecified tour instead.
Photo taken Sunday 16 May 1971, Humberstone Gate, Leicester
I'm sure we can easily manage 41 SCT61 time travellers to pay 55p (40p for children) for this afternoon excursion from Leicester to Twycross Zoo. Barton 1117, VNL588, was a Bedford SB5 with Duple Super Vega C41F new to Hollings, Wallsend in February 1962 and stands beside an unknown heavyweight companion, with one or other taking a cheaper unspecified tour instead.
Photo taken Sunday 16 May 1971, Humberstone Gate, Leicester
881. XDL729
Southern Vectis 248, XDL729, was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple C41F bdy and was new in 1962.
Photo taken Sunday 1 September 1963, Ryde, Isle of Wight
Southern Vectis 248, XDL729, was a Bedford SB8 with a Duple C41F bdy and was new in 1962.
Photo taken Sunday 1 September 1963, Ryde, Isle of Wight
882. YRV604
Wilson's Coaches, Helmsley, YRV604, Bedford VAS1 built in 1962 with Duple Bella Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken 1972, High Street, Helmsley
Wilson's Coaches, Helmsley, YRV604, Bedford VAS1 built in 1962 with Duple Bella Vista C29F bodywork.
Photo taken 1972, High Street, Helmsley
883. YWS860
Eastern Scottish Bedford VAS1, YWS860, C11, built in 1962 with Duple 24 seat body operating an extended tour from Edinburgh (Western Highlands and the Isle of Skye), where a smaller bus was particularly useful. These vehicles are noted in BBF 22 as front entrance but it could be argued they were centre entrance. Some of this batch were maroon and cream when new.
Photo taken Saturday 15 August 1970, St Andrew Square Bus Station, Edinburgh
Eastern Scottish Bedford VAS1, YWS860, C11, built in 1962 with Duple 24 seat body operating an extended tour from Edinburgh (Western Highlands and the Isle of Skye), where a smaller bus was particularly useful. These vehicles are noted in BBF 22 as front entrance but it could be argued they were centre entrance. Some of this batch were maroon and cream when new.
Photo taken Saturday 15 August 1970, St Andrew Square Bus Station, Edinburgh
884. 19LMJ
Dover, Houghton-le-Spring, 19LMJ, a Ford Thames Trader 570E built in 1963 with Duple Trooper C41F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1972, Redcar Racecourse
Dover, Houghton-le-Spring, 19LMJ, a Ford Thames Trader 570E built in 1963 with Duple Trooper C41F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1972, Redcar Racecourse
885. 204SC
Curtis Coaches, Dudley, 204SC, a Bedford SB5 built in 1963 with Duple Bella Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Guisborough
Curtis Coaches, Dudley, 204SC, a Bedford SB5 built in 1963 with Duple Bella Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Guisborough
886. 217SC
Edinburgh 217, 217SC, a Bedford VAL14 built in 1963/4 with Duple Vega Major C52F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1970, Waverley Bridge
Edinburgh 217, 217SC, a Bedford VAL14 built in 1963/4 with Duple Vega Major C52F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1970, Waverley Bridge
887. 21JBM
Buckmaster, Leighton Buzzard 21JBM, a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body had been new in January 1963.
Photo taken Saturday 20 April 1963, Hampton Court Station Coach Park
Buckmaster, Leighton Buzzard 21JBM, a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body had been new in January 1963.
Photo taken Saturday 20 April 1963, Hampton Court Station Coach Park
888. 422JGD
Macbrayne 98, 422JGD, a Duple Commodore C45F bodied AEC Reliance delivered in 1963 seen leaving the Glasgow terminal.
Photo taken Saturday 1 August 1970, MacBrayne Glasgow Terminal
Macbrayne 98, 422JGD, a Duple Commodore C45F bodied AEC Reliance delivered in 1963 seen leaving the Glasgow terminal.
Photo taken Saturday 1 August 1970, MacBrayne Glasgow Terminal
889. 493DWW
SYPTE 1013, 493DWW, an A.E.C. 2MU3RA Reliance with a Duple Commodore C43F body new as Felix, Hatfield 44 in June 1963 was seen in Doncaster.
Photo taken Wednesday 12 April 1978, Doncaster
SYPTE 1013, 493DWW, an A.E.C. 2MU3RA Reliance with a Duple Commodore C43F body new as Felix, Hatfield 44 in June 1963 was seen in Doncaster.
Photo taken Wednesday 12 April 1978, Doncaster
890. 504EBL
Reliance, Newbury 87, 504EBL, was a Bedford VAL14 with a Duple Vega Major C52F body was seen in Coventry.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1964, Coventry
Reliance, Newbury 87, 504EBL, was a Bedford VAL14 with a Duple Vega Major C52F body was seen in Coventry.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1964, Coventry
891. 51JMJ
Barnard Castle Coaches (Burrell) 51JMJ, a Bedford VAL14 built in 1963 with Duple Vega Major C52F bodywork. This had been new to Stringer, Ampthill.
Photo taken June 1974, College Square, Stokesley
Barnard Castle Coaches (Burrell) 51JMJ, a Bedford VAL14 built in 1963 with Duple Vega Major C52F bodywork. This had been new to Stringer, Ampthill.
Photo taken June 1974, College Square, Stokesley
892. 529XBF
Bedford SB13, 529XBF, was number 74 in Harper, Heath Hayes fleet and was one of three new in June/July 1963. All carried Duple Bella Vega C41F bodies.
Photo taken Sunday 22 March 1964
Bedford SB13, 529XBF, was number 74 in Harper, Heath Hayes fleet and was one of three new in June/July 1963. All carried Duple Bella Vega C41F bodies.
Photo taken Sunday 22 March 1964
893. 7104UP
Scarlet Band, West Cornforth, 56, 7104UP, a Bedford VAL14 built in 1963 with Duple Vega Major C52F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1971, Guisborough
Scarlet Band, West Cornforth, 56, 7104UP, a Bedford VAL14 built in 1963 with Duple Vega Major C52F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1971, Guisborough
894. 81SVO
South Notts Gotham 81, 81SVO, a 1963 Bedford VAS5 with Duple C29F bodywork seen on the occasion of an enthusiasts visit in May 1981.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1981, South Notts Depot, Gotham
South Notts Gotham 81, 81SVO, a 1963 Bedford VAS5 with Duple C29F bodywork seen on the occasion of an enthusiasts visit in May 1981.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1981, South Notts Depot, Gotham
895. 8307UP
Shaw Bros, Byers Green, 8307UP, a Leyland Leopard L2 with Duple Commodore C45F bodywork which entered service in July 1963.
Photo taken January 1971, Byers Green
Shaw Bros, Byers Green, 8307UP, a Leyland Leopard L2 with Duple Commodore C45F bodywork which entered service in July 1963.
Photo taken January 1971, Byers Green
896. 833CRX
Duple C37F bodywork was carried by South Midland C403, 833CRX, a Bedford SB8 new in 1963 which was seen at Ascot racecourse.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
Duple C37F bodywork was carried by South Midland C403, 833CRX, a Bedford SB8 new in 1963 which was seen at Ascot racecourse.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
897. 85DNV
Thamesmead Motor Services 85DNV, an AEC Reliance with Duple Commodore C43F body, new to York Bros., Northampton, in July 1963.
Photo taken Thamesmead Yard, Blackfen
Thamesmead Motor Services 85DNV, an AEC Reliance with Duple Commodore C43F body, new to York Bros., Northampton, in July 1963.
Photo taken Thamesmead Yard, Blackfen
898. 90DBD
Duple Vega Major C52F bodywork was carried by 90DBD, a Bedford VAL14, which was York Bros., Northampton number 90 and which was new in May 1963.
Photo taken Sunday 14 March 1965, Garage, Northampton
Duple Vega Major C52F bodywork was carried by 90DBD, a Bedford VAL14, which was York Bros., Northampton number 90 and which was new in May 1963.
Photo taken Sunday 14 March 1965, Garage, Northampton
899. EGM917
Baird's/Cowal Motor Services operated EGM917 a Bedford SB5 with Duple Bella Vega C41F bodywork and is pictured on a gloomy day in Dunoon.
Photo taken c.1971, Hunter's Quay, Dunoon
Baird's/Cowal Motor Services operated EGM917 a Bedford SB5 with Duple Bella Vega C41F bodywork and is pictured on a gloomy day in Dunoon.
Photo taken c.1971, Hunter's Quay, Dunoon
900. EGM920
EGM920 was number C20 in the Central S.M.T. fleet and was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body, one of five new in 1963.
Photo taken Saturday 15 August 1964
EGM920 was number C20 in the Central S.M.T. fleet and was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body, one of five new in 1963.
Photo taken Saturday 15 August 1964
901. GFT963
Barton 1156, GFT963, a Duple Bella Vega C41F bodied Bedford SB8 had been new to Taylor Bros. North Shields in April 1963 passing to Hall Bros. H2, when both companies were acquired in July 1967. It was transferred to the Barton fleet in January 1971 and is seen at the Chilwell garage.
Photo taken Sunday 18 July 1971, Barton's Chilwell Depot
Barton 1156, GFT963, a Duple Bella Vega C41F bodied Bedford SB8 had been new to Taylor Bros. North Shields in April 1963 passing to Hall Bros. H2, when both companies were acquired in July 1967. It was transferred to the Barton fleet in January 1971 and is seen at the Chilwell garage.
Photo taken Sunday 18 July 1971, Barton's Chilwell Depot
902. GFT964
Barton 1157, GFT964, a Bedford SB8 from 1963 with Duple Bella Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1972, Ripon Racecourse
Barton 1157, GFT964, a Bedford SB8 from 1963 with Duple Bella Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1972, Ripon Racecourse
903. HCU962
New to Hall Bros., South Shields in June 1963, HCU962 was a Leyland L2 Leopard with a Duple Commodore C43F body. Silcox, Pembroke Dock acquired it in 1966 and numbered it 77 and it is seen at Haverfordwest.
Photo taken Saturday 4 July 1970, Haverfordwest
New to Hall Bros., South Shields in June 1963, HCU962 was a Leyland L2 Leopard with a Duple Commodore C43F body. Silcox, Pembroke Dock acquired it in 1966 and numbered it 77 and it is seen at Haverfordwest.
Photo taken Saturday 4 July 1970, Haverfordwest
904. J10632
Blue Coach Tours, St. Helier 2, J10632, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body new as 544NUO in April 1963 to Court Garages, Torquay and acquired in January 1967.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Jersey Zoo
Blue Coach Tours, St. Helier 2, J10632, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body new as 544NUO in April 1963 to Court Garages, Torquay and acquired in January 1967.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Jersey Zoo
905. WCT901
Delaine, Bourne 57, WCT901, was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body new in May 1963.
Photo taken Sunday 20 September 1964, High Street, Baldock
Delaine, Bourne 57, WCT901, was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body new in May 1963.
Photo taken Sunday 20 September 1964, High Street, Baldock
906. 22MAN
Tours (Isle of Man) 31, 22MAN, a Bedford SB3 built in 1964 with Duple Bella Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1976, Peel, Isle of Man
Tours (Isle of Man) 31, 22MAN, a Bedford SB3 built in 1964 with Duple Bella Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1976, Peel, Isle of Man
907. 270MTM
Venture, Hendon 270MTM, a Ford 570E with a Duple Trooper C41F body, was seen at Ladbroke Grove.
Photo taken Feb/Mar 1966, Ladbroke Grove, London
Venture, Hendon 270MTM, a Ford 570E with a Duple Trooper C41F body, was seen at Ladbroke Grove.
Photo taken Feb/Mar 1966, Ladbroke Grove, London
908. 426CEL
Tex Tours of Bournemouth 426CEL, a seemingly brand new Bedford VAL14 with Duple Vega Major body of 1964.
Photo taken Monday 18 May 1964, Horse Guards Avenue, London Whitehall
Tex Tours of Bournemouth 426CEL, a seemingly brand new Bedford VAL14 with Duple Vega Major body of 1964.
Photo taken Monday 18 May 1964, Horse Guards Avenue, London Whitehall
909. 4991VT
Eynon's, Trimsaran 4991VT a 1964 AEC Reliance 2U3RA with Duple C49F body originally PMT C991 and 217HUM a 1964 Leyland Leopard PSU3/3R with Plaxton C49C body originally with Wallace Arnold
Photo taken Friday 10 July 1981, Trimsaran, Eynon's depot
Eynon's, Trimsaran 4991VT a 1964 AEC Reliance 2U3RA with Duple C49F body originally PMT C991 and 217HUM a 1964 Leyland Leopard PSU3/3R with Plaxton C49C body originally with Wallace Arnold
Photo taken Friday 10 July 1981, Trimsaran, Eynon's depot
910. 614XDE
Duple Commander C51F bodywork was fitted to Silcox, Pembroke Dock 69, 614XDE, which was a Leyland PSU3/3RT Leopard new in October 1964. It had been exhibited at the 1964 Commercial Motor Show at Earls Court.
Photo taken Friday 3 July 1970, Gas Lane, Tenby
Duple Commander C51F bodywork was fitted to Silcox, Pembroke Dock 69, 614XDE, which was a Leyland PSU3/3RT Leopard new in October 1964. It had been exhibited at the 1964 Commercial Motor Show at Earls Court.
Photo taken Friday 3 July 1970, Gas Lane, Tenby
911. 820NEA
Morleys Grey Coaches 820NEA, a Bedford SB5 with Duple C41F body new in 1964 to Hill, West Bromwich.
Photo taken Morleys Yard, Blenheim Garage, West Row
Morleys Grey Coaches 820NEA, a Bedford SB5 with Duple C41F body new in 1964 to Hill, West Bromwich.
Photo taken Morleys Yard, Blenheim Garage, West Row
912. 834LAC
Duple C41F bodied Bedford SB13 834LAC, new to De Luxe, Mancetter in May 1964, is seen at Ascot races.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
Duple C41F bodied Bedford SB13 834LAC, new to De Luxe, Mancetter in May 1964, is seen at Ascot races.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
913. AAW914B
New to Brown, Donnington Wood in March 1964, AAW914B was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body which was seen at Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
New to Brown, Donnington Wood in March 1964, AAW914B was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body which was seen at Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
914. ABE542B
Roseland Motors (G A Morse & Son) of Veryan operated ABE542B, a Bedford VAS1 with Duple Bella Vista C29F bodywork which had been new in 1964 to Sheffield of Cleethorpes. It passed to Marfleet's Coaches of Binbrook. It was withdrawn by Marfleet's in 1971 and subsequently acquired by Roseland. It is seen parked at the back of what was then the independent bus station in Truro.
Photo taken mid 1970s, Truro, The Green
Roseland Motors (G A Morse & Son) of Veryan operated ABE542B, a Bedford VAS1 with Duple Bella Vista C29F bodywork which had been new in 1964 to Sheffield of Cleethorpes. It passed to Marfleet's Coaches of Binbrook. It was withdrawn by Marfleet's in 1971 and subsequently acquired by Roseland. It is seen parked at the back of what was then the independent bus station in Truro.
Photo taken mid 1970s, Truro, The Green
915. ADC192B
Mid-Wales Motorways ADC192B, a Duple Bella Vega C41F bodied Bedford SB5 had been new to Begg, Thornaby in 1964.
Photo taken early 1971, Newtown Garage
Mid-Wales Motorways ADC192B, a Duple Bella Vega C41F bodied Bedford SB5 had been new to Begg, Thornaby in 1964.
Photo taken early 1971, Newtown Garage
916. ADC194B
Smith, Donnington Wood ADC194B, acquired in April 1967 from Ardenvale, Knowle was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body. It had been new in March 1964 to Begg, Thornaby.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
Smith, Donnington Wood ADC194B, acquired in April 1967 from Ardenvale, Knowle was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body. It had been new in March 1964 to Begg, Thornaby.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
917. ADG479B
Continuing the Grindle theme, here we have Roy Grindle & Son of Cinderford ADG479B, their first 36 footer, a Bedford VAL14/Duple Vega Major, new to them in May 1964. They sold it to Bennett of Gloucester in July 1978. It is parked close behind (a bit too close for a good photograph) a Plaxton bodied coach of their fleet in Locking Road Coach Park, Weston-super-Mare in the summer of 1974.
Photo taken Summer 1974, Locking Road Coach Park, Weston-super-Mare
Continuing the Grindle theme, here we have Roy Grindle & Son of Cinderford ADG479B, their first 36 footer, a Bedford VAL14/Duple Vega Major, new to them in May 1964. They sold it to Bennett of Gloucester in July 1978. It is parked close behind (a bit too close for a good photograph) a Plaxton bodied coach of their fleet in Locking Road Coach Park, Weston-super-Mare in the summer of 1974.
Photo taken Summer 1974, Locking Road Coach Park, Weston-super-Mare
918. AFN491B
Seen here in Stoneleigh Park Road, Stoneleigh is Thomas, West Ewell AFN491B which was one of twelve A.E.C. 2MU4RA Reliances new to East Kent in May/June 1964 with Duple Commander C34F bodies.
Photo taken Sunday 9 July 1978, Stoneleigh Park Road, Stoneleigh
Seen here in Stoneleigh Park Road, Stoneleigh is Thomas, West Ewell AFN491B which was one of twelve A.E.C. 2MU4RA Reliances new to East Kent in May/June 1964 with Duple Commander C34F bodies.
Photo taken Sunday 9 July 1978, Stoneleigh Park Road, Stoneleigh
919. AFN496B
Ebdon, Sidcup AFN496B was one of twelve A.E.C. 2MU4RA Reliances new to East Kent in May/June 1964 with Duple Commander C34F bodies. This one was numbered 8496 in May 1977 when fleet numbers were allocated. Sold to Ensign (dealer), Grays in May 1978 it passed to Ebdon in the same month. It was seen in Butterwick at Hammersmith whilst working a rail replacement service for London Transport.
Photo taken Sunday 4 February 1979, Butterwick, Hammersmith
Ebdon, Sidcup AFN496B was one of twelve A.E.C. 2MU4RA Reliances new to East Kent in May/June 1964 with Duple Commander C34F bodies. This one was numbered 8496 in May 1977 when fleet numbers were allocated. Sold to Ensign (dealer), Grays in May 1978 it passed to Ebdon in the same month. It was seen in Butterwick at Hammersmith whilst working a rail replacement service for London Transport.
Photo taken Sunday 4 February 1979, Butterwick, Hammersmith
920. AFN499B
Thomas, West Ewell AFN499B was the last of twelve A.E.C. 2MU4RA Reliances new to East Kent in May/June 1964 with Duple Commander C34F bodies. This one was numbered 8499 in May 1977 when fleet numbers were allocated.
Photo taken Sunday 9 July 1978, Stoneleigh Park Road, Stoneleigh
Thomas, West Ewell AFN499B was the last of twelve A.E.C. 2MU4RA Reliances new to East Kent in May/June 1964 with Duple Commander C34F bodies. This one was numbered 8499 in May 1977 when fleet numbers were allocated.
Photo taken Sunday 9 July 1978, Stoneleigh Park Road, Stoneleigh
921. AGA813B
Scottish CWS, Glasgow, AGA813B, a Bedford SB5 built in 1964 with Duple Bella Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1971, Girvan
Scottish CWS, Glasgow, AGA813B, a Bedford SB5 built in 1964 with Duple Bella Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1971, Girvan
922. AGE546B
Macbrayne 195, AGE546B, one of three AEC Reliances with Duple Commander C43F bodies delivered in 1964 and seen at the Glasgow terminal.
Photo taken Saturday 1 August 1970, MacBrayne Glasgow Terminal
Macbrayne 195, AGE546B, one of three AEC Reliances with Duple Commander C43F bodies delivered in 1964 and seen at the Glasgow terminal.
Photo taken Saturday 1 August 1970, MacBrayne Glasgow Terminal
923. AGG672B
Tyne Valley Coaches AGG672B was a Bedford SB5 with Duple C41F bodywork which had been new to Love of Wishaw in 1964.
Photo taken 1969, Acomb Depot
Tyne Valley Coaches AGG672B was a Bedford SB5 with Duple C41F bodywork which had been new to Love of Wishaw in 1964.
Photo taken 1969, Acomb Depot
924. ALR452B
Orange Luxury Coaches, London N.16 ALR452B was a Bedford VAL14 with a Duple Vega Major C51F body seen at Gloucester Green Bus Station in Oxford.
Photo taken Sunday 27 March 1966, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford
Orange Luxury Coaches, London N.16 ALR452B was a Bedford VAL14 with a Duple Vega Major C51F body seen at Gloucester Green Bus Station in Oxford.
Photo taken Sunday 27 March 1966, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford
925. BTU200B
BTU200B was an A.E.C. 2U3RA Reliance fitted with THE Duple Astrocoach body in C51F form, new in April 1964 to Roberts, Crewe. In July 1964 it passed to Monks, Leigh as seen in this view.
BTU200B was an A.E.C. 2U3RA Reliance fitted with THE Duple Astrocoach body in C51F form, new in April 1964 to Roberts, Crewe. In July 1964 it passed to Monks, Leigh as seen in this view.
926. BTU200B
A rear view of the only Duple Astrocoach body built. It was a C51F body and was fitted to A.E.C. 2U3RA Reliance BTU200B, being new in April 1964 to Roberts, Crewe.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1964, London Victoria Coach Station
A rear view of the only Duple Astrocoach body built. It was a C51F body and was fitted to A.E.C. 2U3RA Reliance BTU200B, being new in April 1964 to Roberts, Crewe.
Photo taken Saturday 18 April 1964, London Victoria Coach Station
927. BWU710B
Baddeley Bros. 82, BWU710B, a Bedford VAL14 with Duple Vega Major C52F body, new in 1964. This was one of the vehicles that passed to West Yorkshire PTE with the sale of the business in March 1976. Nominally WYPTE's 1382 it never actually carried this number, and was withdrawn the same year.
Photo taken 1973, Holmfirth
Baddeley Bros. 82, BWU710B, a Bedford VAL14 with Duple Vega Major C52F body, new in 1964. This was one of the vehicles that passed to West Yorkshire PTE with the sale of the business in March 1976. Nominally WYPTE's 1382 it never actually carried this number, and was withdrawn the same year.
Photo taken 1973, Holmfirth
928. CJJ470B
Geo Ewer (Grey Green) of London N15 CJJ470B and DLU490C, Bedford SB13 with Duple 'Bella Vega' C41F coachwork of 1964 and 1965 respectively
Photo taken Sunday 18 April 1965, Susans Road Central Coach Station, Eastbourne
Geo Ewer (Grey Green) of London N15 CJJ470B and DLU490C, Bedford SB13 with Duple 'Bella Vega' C41F coachwork of 1964 and 1965 respectively
Photo taken Sunday 18 April 1965, Susans Road Central Coach Station, Eastbourne
929. CPO345B
CPO345B, a rather sad looking Bedford SB with Duple bodywork, seen here with travellers at Waterhall travellers site near Patcham. Despite its shabby looks it was in rude health mechanically.
Photo taken Saturday 12 April 2003, Waterhall, Patcham
CPO345B, a rather sad looking Bedford SB with Duple bodywork, seen here with travellers at Waterhall travellers site near Patcham. Despite its shabby looks it was in rude health mechanically.
Photo taken Saturday 12 April 2003, Waterhall, Patcham
930. DTJ623B
Trelawney Tours (J C Pollard) of Hayle operated a number of services, mainly on Market Days. On Fridays (Redruth Market Day) and Saturday afternoons they operated every half-hour between Redruth and Lanner supplementing the daily Western National services on this ten-minute run. DTJ623B, a Duple Bella Vega bodied Bedford SB5 is seen awaiting passengers in Redruth.
Photo taken mid 1970s, Redruth Station Road
Trelawney Tours (J C Pollard) of Hayle operated a number of services, mainly on Market Days. On Fridays (Redruth Market Day) and Saturday afternoons they operated every half-hour between Redruth and Lanner supplementing the daily Western National services on this ten-minute run. DTJ623B, a Duple Bella Vega bodied Bedford SB5 is seen awaiting passengers in Redruth.
Photo taken mid 1970s, Redruth Station Road
931. EMH812B
Banfield, London S.E. EMH812B was a Bedford SB13 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body new in 1964 seen here at Bromley on a railway replacement service.
Photo taken October 1967, Bromley South Station Forecourt
Banfield, London S.E. EMH812B was a Bedford SB13 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body new in 1964 seen here at Bromley on a railway replacement service.
Photo taken October 1967, Bromley South Station Forecourt
932. EMK388B
EMK388B was new in April 1964 to R.A.C.S., London S.E.18 and was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body. It is seen here at Gloucester Green Bus Station in Oxford when with the associated fleet of Duval, Surbiton.
Photo taken April/May 1966, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford
EMK388B was new in April 1964 to R.A.C.S., London S.E.18 and was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body. It is seen here at Gloucester Green Bus Station in Oxford when with the associated fleet of Duval, Surbiton.
Photo taken April/May 1966, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford
933. ERE879B
Vagg's Coaches, Knockin Heath, ERE879B, a Bedford SB5 built in 1964 with Duple Bella Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Knockin Heath depot
Vagg's Coaches, Knockin Heath, ERE879B, a Bedford SB5 built in 1964 with Duple Bella Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Knockin Heath depot
934. GMF178B
Richard Hardie of Chester-le-Street operated this, GMF178B, a Ford Thames with Duple Marauder C52F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1972, Teesside
Richard Hardie of Chester-le-Street operated this, GMF178B, a Ford Thames with Duple Marauder C52F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1972, Teesside
935. HRF468B
HRF468B in the fleet of Ashley, Dawley was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body acquired in June 1967 from Homer and Jones, Quarry Bank to whom it had been new in 1964.
Photo taken early 1971, Dawley Depot
HRF468B in the fleet of Ashley, Dawley was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body acquired in June 1967 from Homer and Jones, Quarry Bank to whom it had been new in 1964.
Photo taken early 1971, Dawley Depot
936. TSN882
Seen at the garage in Inverness was Highland Omnibuses, Inverness T9, TSN882, a Ford 570E with a Duple Trooper C41F body.
Photo taken Friday 31 July 1970, Needlefields Central Repair Works, Longman Road, Inverness
Seen at the garage in Inverness was Highland Omnibuses, Inverness T9, TSN882, a Ford 570E with a Duple Trooper C41F body.
Photo taken Friday 31 July 1970, Needlefields Central Repair Works, Longman Road, Inverness
937. XCF106
XCF106, a Bedford SB5 with Duple Bella Vega body, new to Morleys Grey Coaches in 1964.
Photo taken 1983, Blenheim Garage, West Row
XCF106, a Bedford SB5 with Duple Bella Vega body, new to Morleys Grey Coaches in 1964.
Photo taken 1983, Blenheim Garage, West Row
938. ABT870K
Primrose Valley Coaches, Filey, ABT870K was a Bedford SB with Duple Bella Vega C41F bodywork, new to Ulsterbus as 148, 2148MZ, in 1965 and reregistered by Primrose Valley on acquisition.
Photo taken August 1976, Depot, Filey
Primrose Valley Coaches, Filey, ABT870K was a Bedford SB with Duple Bella Vega C41F bodywork, new to Ulsterbus as 148, 2148MZ, in 1965 and reregistered by Primrose Valley on acquisition.
Photo taken August 1976, Depot, Filey
939. BCU282C
Barton Transport 1122, BCU282C, a Bedford VAL14 with Duple Vega Major C52F body, new to Hall Bros., South Shields in 1965.
Photo taken Thursday 17 September 1970, Drummond Road Parking, Skegness
Barton Transport 1122, BCU282C, a Bedford VAL14 with Duple Vega Major C52F body, new to Hall Bros., South Shields in 1965.
Photo taken Thursday 17 September 1970, Drummond Road Parking, Skegness
940. BEF754C
Richardsons of West Hartlepool BEF754C, new in May 1965, a Bedford SB with Duple C41F body.
Photo taken March 1966, Peebles Avenue, West Hartlepool
Richardsons of West Hartlepool BEF754C, new in May 1965, a Bedford SB with Duple C41F body.
Photo taken March 1966, Peebles Avenue, West Hartlepool
941. BOT371C
Seen on a railway replacement service at Wimbledon Station is Mitcham Belle's BOT371C, a Bedford VAL14 with a Duple Vega Major C52F body.
Photo taken October 1967, Wimbledon Station
Seen on a railway replacement service at Wimbledon Station is Mitcham Belle's BOT371C, a Bedford VAL14 with a Duple Vega Major C52F body.
Photo taken October 1967, Wimbledon Station
942. BSN700C
BSN700C, a Bedford VAL14 built in 1965 with Duple Vega Major bodywork, owner unknown.
Photo taken October 1983, Dorchester
BSN700C, a Bedford VAL14 built in 1965 with Duple Vega Major bodywork, owner unknown.
Photo taken October 1983, Dorchester
943. BTL743C
Delaine, Bourne 59, BTL743C, was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple C41F body new in April 1965 which was seen at Ascot racecourse.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
Delaine, Bourne 59, BTL743C, was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple C41F body new in April 1965 which was seen at Ascot racecourse.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
944. CCE932C
Harris (t/a Progressive), Cambridge CCE932C was a Duple C41F bodied Bedford SB5 dating from March 1965 seen at Ascot racecourse.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
Harris (t/a Progressive), Cambridge CCE932C was a Duple C41F bodied Bedford SB5 dating from March 1965 seen at Ascot racecourse.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
945. CUJ307C
Seen at Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus is Jones, Market Drayton 105, CUJ307C, a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body which was acquired in March 1966 from Whittle, Highley to whom it had been new the previous year as number 7.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
Seen at Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus is Jones, Market Drayton 105, CUJ307C, a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body which was acquired in March 1966 from Whittle, Highley to whom it had been new the previous year as number 7.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
946. CUX216C
Salopia, Whitchurch CUX216C was new to them as number 216 in February 1965 and was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body and was seen in Shrewsbury.
Photo taken early 1971, Shrewsbury
Salopia, Whitchurch CUX216C was new to them as number 216 in February 1965 and was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body and was seen in Shrewsbury.
Photo taken early 1971, Shrewsbury
947. CYT701C
Finsbury Coaches, London N.W.5 CYT701C, a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Vega C41F body, seen operating route 261 during the London Transport overtime ban, had been new in January 1965.
Photo taken February/March 1966, Bowes Road, Arnos Grove
Finsbury Coaches, London N.W.5 CYT701C, a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Vega C41F body, seen operating route 261 during the London Transport overtime ban, had been new in January 1965.
Photo taken February/March 1966, Bowes Road, Arnos Grove
948. EPM134C
This Ford R226, new in 1965, with Duple C52F body was operated by Walwyn, Maidenhead.
Photo taken Saturday 6 November 1965, Horse Guards Avenue, London Whitehall
This Ford R226, new in 1965, with Duple C52F body was operated by Walwyn, Maidenhead.
Photo taken Saturday 6 November 1965, Horse Guards Avenue, London Whitehall
949. ETO26C
Peace, Kirkwall, Orkney, ETO26C, a Bedford SB5 built in 1965 with Duple Bella Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Junction Road, Kirkwall
Peace, Kirkwall, Orkney, ETO26C, a Bedford SB5 built in 1965 with Duple Bella Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Junction Road, Kirkwall
950. EUE736C
De Luxe, Mancetter EUE736C was a Ford Thames 570E with a Duple C41F body new in the month in which the photograph was taken at Ascot racecourse.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
De Luxe, Mancetter EUE736C was a Ford Thames 570E with a Duple C41F body new in the month in which the photograph was taken at Ascot racecourse.
Photo taken Saturday 19 June 1965, Ascot Racecourse
951. EYG251C
Reliance (R Store Ltd) operated EYG251C, a Bedford SB5 with Duple C41F bodywork. It was new in 1965 and withdrawn in 1973.
Photo taken 1973, Reliance Depot, Church Road, Stainforth
Reliance (R Store Ltd) operated EYG251C, a Bedford SB5 with Duple C41F bodywork. It was new in 1965 and withdrawn in 1973.
Photo taken 1973, Reliance Depot, Church Road, Stainforth
952. FPT440C
Economic 10, FPT440C, a Bedford VAL14 built in 1965 with Duple Vega Major C52F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1974, Redcar Racecourse
Economic 10, FPT440C, a Bedford VAL14 built in 1965 with Duple Vega Major C52F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1974, Redcar Racecourse
953. GMB200C
Three of Ralph Bullocks coaches at the rear of their Cheadle garage. L to R are AMB299B a 1964 Bedford SB5/Duple C41F, middle is a 1966 Bedford VAM/DupleC45F NTU600D and on the right is 1965 GMB200C a Bedford VAL/Duple C52F. Bullocks obviously liked Bedford and Duple
Photo taken 10 April 1966, Cheadle, Cheshire
Three of Ralph Bullocks coaches at the rear of their Cheadle garage. L to R are AMB299B a 1964 Bedford SB5/Duple C41F, middle is a 1966 Bedford VAM/DupleC45F NTU600D and on the right is 1965 GMB200C a Bedford VAL/Duple C52F. Bullocks obviously liked Bedford and Duple
Photo taken 10 April 1966, Cheadle, Cheshire
954. GMB200C
This fine example of a Duple "Super Vega" C52F bodied Bedford VAL14 GMB200C built in January 1965 reminds me of the Dinky Toys model. The example in my collection is in these colours.
Photo taken Sunday 14 March 1971, Depot, Cheadle
This fine example of a Duple "Super Vega" C52F bodied Bedford VAL14 GMB200C built in January 1965 reminds me of the Dinky Toys model. The example in my collection is in these colours.
Photo taken Sunday 14 March 1971, Depot, Cheadle
955. HUR128C
Suttons, Clacton HUR128C, Ford Thames / Duple Trooper. On Essex Coast Express, sandwiched at Victoria Coach Station between a Yorkshire Traction coach and Midland Red Leyland Leopard YHA396J.
Photo taken Saturday 30 September 1972, London Victoria Coach Station
Suttons, Clacton HUR128C, Ford Thames / Duple Trooper. On Essex Coast Express, sandwiched at Victoria Coach Station between a Yorkshire Traction coach and Midland Red Leyland Leopard YHA396J.
Photo taken Saturday 30 September 1972, London Victoria Coach Station
956. J1465
Jersey Coach Transport (Rover Tours), St. Helier ROVER NINE, J1465, seen in St. Aubins, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body and was new in May 1965.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, St. Aubins, Jersey
Jersey Coach Transport (Rover Tours), St. Helier ROVER NINE, J1465, seen in St. Aubins, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body and was new in May 1965.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, St. Aubins, Jersey
957. SRE175C
SRE175C, a Ford Thames Trader 676E built in 1965 with Duple Marauder C52F bodywork. This had been new to Winkle, Willenhall, but the current operator was unidentified.
Photo taken April 1981, Station Car Park, Bridlington
SRE175C, a Ford Thames Trader 676E built in 1965 with Duple Marauder C52F bodywork. This had been new to Winkle, Willenhall, but the current operator was unidentified.
Photo taken April 1981, Station Car Park, Bridlington
958. 111XMN
Tours (Isle of Man) 21, 111XMN, a Bedford VAM3 built in 1966 with Duple Bella Venture C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1976, Douglas
Tours (Isle of Man) 21, 111XMN, a Bedford VAM3 built in 1966 with Duple Bella Venture C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1976, Douglas
959. 790TW
In Golden Miller livery at the Earls Court Show, this Ford with Duple Viceroy body was photographed in the demonstration Park carrying trade plate 790TW.
Photo taken 1966, Earls Court, London
In Golden Miller livery at the Earls Court Show, this Ford with Duple Viceroy body was photographed in the demonstration Park carrying trade plate 790TW.
Photo taken 1966, Earls Court, London
960. CCU277D
Barton 1124, CCU277D, a Duple Vega Major C52F bodied Bedford VAL14, one of four new to Hall Bros. in 1966 is seen at Barton's Chilwell garage in company with Harrington (993) and Yeates (964) bodied VALs. new to Barton.
Photo taken Sunday 18 July 1971, Barton's Chilwell Depot
Barton 1124, CCU277D, a Duple Vega Major C52F bodied Bedford VAL14, one of four new to Hall Bros. in 1966 is seen at Barton's Chilwell garage in company with Harrington (993) and Yeates (964) bodied VALs. new to Barton.
Photo taken Sunday 18 July 1971, Barton's Chilwell Depot
961. DEF217D
Richardsons of West Wartlepool DEF217D, a Bedford SB / Duple C41F new in Aug 1966.
Photo taken june 1967, Wortley Hall, Near Sheffield
Richardsons of West Wartlepool DEF217D, a Bedford SB / Duple C41F new in Aug 1966.
Photo taken june 1967, Wortley Hall, Near Sheffield
962. FCA750D
FCA750D was a 1966 Bedford VAM with Duple Bella Venture C45F bodywork operated by Tremain's of Zelah. It is seen in the former independent bus station in Truro; this now forms part of the city's main bus station which has moved from its original site on Lemon Quay.
Photo taken mid 1970s, Truro, The Green
FCA750D was a 1966 Bedford VAM with Duple Bella Venture C45F bodywork operated by Tremain's of Zelah. It is seen in the former independent bus station in Truro; this now forms part of the city's main bus station which has moved from its original site on Lemon Quay.
Photo taken mid 1970s, Truro, The Green
963. FJE982D
Myalls' FJE982D, a Bedford VAM5 with Duple Bella Venture C45F body new in 1966
Photo taken Saturday 26 May 2012
Myalls' FJE982D, a Bedford VAM5 with Duple Bella Venture C45F body new in 1966
Photo taken Saturday 26 May 2012
964. FPY298D
Mid Wales Motorways, Newtown, FPY298D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Duple Bella Venture C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Newtown Garage
Mid Wales Motorways, Newtown, FPY298D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Duple Bella Venture C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Newtown Garage
965. FVA461D
Bleanch, Hetton-le-Hole, FVA461D a Ford R192 built in 1966 with Duple Empress C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Guisborough
Bleanch, Hetton-le-Hole, FVA461D a Ford R192 built in 1966 with Duple Empress C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Guisborough
966. GAJ132D
John Smith & Sons, Thirsk, GAJ132D, a Bedford SB5 built in 1966 with Duple Bella Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken April 1973, High Street, Northallerton
John Smith & Sons, Thirsk, GAJ132D, a Bedford SB5 built in 1966 with Duple Bella Vega C41F bodywork.
Photo taken April 1973, High Street, Northallerton
967. GNN88D
South Notts, Gotham 88, GNN88D, was a Bedford VAM5 / Duple Bella Venture C45F purchased new in March 1966.
Photo taken Saturday 9 June 1979, South Notts Depot, Gotham
South Notts, Gotham 88, GNN88D, was a Bedford VAM5 / Duple Bella Venture C45F purchased new in March 1966.
Photo taken Saturday 9 June 1979, South Notts Depot, Gotham
968. GPM818D
Austin, Stafford 111, GPM818D was a Ford R226 with a Duple Mariner C52F body new in 1966 which had been acquired in January 1968 from Jenner, Lamberhurst.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
Austin, Stafford 111, GPM818D was a Ford R226 with a Duple Mariner C52F body new in 1966 which had been acquired in January 1968 from Jenner, Lamberhurst.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
969. GRX415D
Thames Valley C415, GRX415D, was a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple Bella Venture C41F body in the South Midland fleet.
Photo taken April/May 1966, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford
Thames Valley C415, GRX415D, was a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple Bella Venture C41F body in the South Midland fleet.
Photo taken April/May 1966, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford
970. GYS342D
Scottish CWS, Glasgow, GYS342D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Duple Bella Venture C45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1971, Girvan
Scottish CWS, Glasgow, GYS342D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Duple Bella Venture C45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1971, Girvan
971. J35661
Seen at Gorey is Jersey Coach Transport (Rover Tours), St Helier ROVER TWELVE, J35661, which was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body, one of two new in May 1966.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Gorey
Seen at Gorey is Jersey Coach Transport (Rover Tours), St Helier ROVER TWELVE, J35661, which was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body, one of two new in May 1966.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Gorey
972. J7011
J7011, Redline Tours, St. Helier 10, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body new in April 1966 and is seen outside the Redline Booking Office.
Photo taken Monday 6 June 1966, Esplanade, St Helier
J7011, Redline Tours, St. Helier 10, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body new in April 1966 and is seen outside the Redline Booking Office.
Photo taken Monday 6 June 1966, Esplanade, St Helier
973. J7015
J7015, Redline Tours, St. Helier 9, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body new to them in April 1966, and is seen outside their booking office.
Photo taken Monday 6 June 1966, Esplanade, St Helier
J7015, Redline Tours, St. Helier 9, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body new to them in April 1966, and is seen outside their booking office.
Photo taken Monday 6 June 1966, Esplanade, St Helier
974. J9143
Blue Eagle, St. Helier 11, J9143, seen about to pass the Weighbridge Bus Station in St. Helier was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body.
Photo taken Thursday 14 June 1973, outside Weighbridge Bus Station, St. Helier
Blue Eagle, St. Helier 11, J9143, seen about to pass the Weighbridge Bus Station in St. Helier was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body.
Photo taken Thursday 14 June 1973, outside Weighbridge Bus Station, St. Helier
975. JAL642D
Barton Transport 1081, JAL642D, a Bedford VAS1 with Duple Bella Vista C29F body, new in 1966.
Photo taken April 1973, Barton's Long Eaton Depot
Barton Transport 1081, JAL642D, a Bedford VAS1 with Duple Bella Vista C29F body, new in 1966.
Photo taken April 1973, Barton's Long Eaton Depot
976. JBW527D
JBW527D is a C45F Duple Bella Venture bodied Bedford VAM3 that was new to Jack Hambridge of Kidlington on 17/6/66 and is believed to now be the only one of its kind still in a roadworthy condition.
Photo taken Sunday 3 May 2009, Bodafon Fields, Llandudno
JBW527D is a C45F Duple Bella Venture bodied Bedford VAM3 that was new to Jack Hambridge of Kidlington on 17/6/66 and is believed to now be the only one of its kind still in a roadworthy condition.
Photo taken Sunday 3 May 2009, Bodafon Fields, Llandudno
977. JTG385D
Cream Line, Tonmawr, JTG385D was a Bedford VAM14 with a Duple Bella Venture C45F body seen in Neath.
Photo taken Sunday 11 June 1967, Orchard Street, Neath
Cream Line, Tonmawr, JTG385D was a Bedford VAM14 with a Duple Bella Venture C45F body seen in Neath.
Photo taken Sunday 11 June 1967, Orchard Street, Neath
978. JUV516D
George Ewer (Grey Green), London N.16 JUV516D, seen at Gloucester Green Bus Station in Oxford, was a Bedford VAM14 with a Duple C45F body.
Photo taken Sunday 27 March 1966, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford
George Ewer (Grey Green), London N.16 JUV516D, seen at Gloucester Green Bus Station in Oxford, was a Bedford VAM14 with a Duple C45F body.
Photo taken Sunday 27 March 1966, Gloucester Green Bus Station, Oxford
979. JUV541D
Howard's Tours, Whitby, JUV541D, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1966 with Duple Bella Venture C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1974, White Point Garage, Whitby (now Upgang Lane)
Howard's Tours, Whitby, JUV541D, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1966 with Duple Bella Venture C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1974, White Point Garage, Whitby (now Upgang Lane)
980. LFM341D
DC Jones & Sons, Ruabon, LFM341D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Duple Bella Venture C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Ruabon
DC Jones & Sons, Ruabon, LFM341D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Duple Bella Venture C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Ruabon
981. LGT812D
Banfield, London S.E.5 LGT812D was a Bedford VAM14 with a Duple Bella Venture C45F body which had been new in April 1966. It was one of a number of Banfield coaches to carry Empire's Best livery over the years, subsequent to their acquisition of Webber Bros., London N.22.
Photo taken Sunday 3 September 1967, Colchester Bus Station
Banfield, London S.E.5 LGT812D was a Bedford VAM14 with a Duple Bella Venture C45F body which had been new in April 1966. It was one of a number of Banfield coaches to carry Empire's Best livery over the years, subsequent to their acquisition of Webber Bros., London N.22.
Photo taken Sunday 3 September 1967, Colchester Bus Station
982. LUP418D
Hutchinson Bros of Husthwaite LUP418D, a Bedford VAL14 built in 1966 with Duple Vega Major C52F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1974, William Street Coach Park, Scarborough
Hutchinson Bros of Husthwaite LUP418D, a Bedford VAL14 built in 1966 with Duple Vega Major C52F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1974, William Street Coach Park, Scarborough
983. LUP846D
Martindale, Ferryhill, LUP846D, a Bedford VAL14 built in 1966 with Duple Vega Major C52F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1972, Ferryhill Garage
Martindale, Ferryhill, LUP846D, a Bedford VAL14 built in 1966 with Duple Vega Major C52F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1972, Ferryhill Garage
984. LYL997D
LYL997D, seen at the Llynfi garage, was a Leyland PSU3/3RT Leopard with a "H A L L S" Commander C51F body if the lower front panel, which normally displays "D U P L E", is to be believed.
Photo taken Tuesday 3 August 1971, Llynfi Garage, Maesteg
LYL997D, seen at the Llynfi garage, was a Leyland PSU3/3RT Leopard with a "H A L L S" Commander C51F body if the lower front panel, which normally displays "D U P L E", is to be believed.
Photo taken Tuesday 3 August 1971, Llynfi Garage, Maesteg
985. MUP356D
General, Chester-le-Street, 2, MUP356D, a Bedford VAM built in 1966 with Duple Bella Venture C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1971, Roman Road, Middlesbrough
General, Chester-le-Street, 2, MUP356D, a Bedford VAM built in 1966 with Duple Bella Venture C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1971, Roman Road, Middlesbrough
986. NTU500D
Bullocks coach NTU500D, a Bedford VAS with C29F Duple Bella Vista body. Seen here in 1966 at the rear of Ralph Bullocks garage when Cheadle was in Cheshire, before someone moved it into Greater Manchester (not to be confused with Cheadle, Staffordshire).
Photo taken Sunday 10 April 1966, Cheadle, Cheshire
Bullocks coach NTU500D, a Bedford VAS with C29F Duple Bella Vista body. Seen here in 1966 at the rear of Ralph Bullocks garage when Cheadle was in Cheshire, before someone moved it into Greater Manchester (not to be confused with Cheadle, Staffordshire).
Photo taken Sunday 10 April 1966, Cheadle, Cheshire
987. RUP179D
Lockeys of St Helen Auckland, Co. Durham, RUP179D, a Bedford VAM of 1966 with Duple Bella Venture C45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1974, Westgate, Guisborough
Lockeys of St Helen Auckland, Co. Durham, RUP179D, a Bedford VAM of 1966 with Duple Bella Venture C45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1974, Westgate, Guisborough
988. 7000MN
Tours (Isle of Man) 16, 7000MN, a Bedford VAM3 built in 1967 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork. This had been new as Salopia 239, registered HUX239E.
Photo taken July 1976, Pulrose, Douglas, Isle of Man
Tours (Isle of Man) 16, 7000MN, a Bedford VAM3 built in 1967 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork. This had been new as Salopia 239, registered HUX239E.
Photo taken July 1976, Pulrose, Douglas, Isle of Man
989. FEY788E
Jones, Menai Bridge FEY788E, new in July 1967, was reportedly a Bedford TK which was rebuilt to Bedford SB5 configuration and fitted with the Duple C37F body which had previously been used to rebody EY8671, a Crossley SD42, in 1956. It is seen at Jones's garage.
Photo taken 1972, Menai Bridge
Jones, Menai Bridge FEY788E, new in July 1967, was reportedly a Bedford TK which was rebuilt to Bedford SB5 configuration and fitted with the Duple C37F body which had previously been used to rebody EY8671, a Crossley SD42, in 1956. It is seen at Jones's garage.
Photo taken 1972, Menai Bridge
990. FRF547E
Austin, Stafford 110, FRF547E, a Ford R192 with a Duple Viceroy C45F body was new to him in June 1967.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
Austin, Stafford 110, FRF547E, a Ford R192 with a Duple Viceroy C45F body was new to him in June 1967.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
991. GTL825E
Delaine, Bourne 62, GTL825E, a Bedford VAL14 with a Duple Vega Major C52F body had been new in May 1967 and is seen at their garage.
Photo taken Sunday 13 August 1967, Delaine Garage, Bourne
Delaine, Bourne 62, GTL825E, a Bedford VAL14 with a Duple Vega Major C52F body had been new in May 1967 and is seen at their garage.
Photo taken Sunday 13 August 1967, Delaine Garage, Bourne
992. HUJ513E
Fisher, Bronington HUJ513E looks very much at home, in terms of livery, among Alexander Midland vehicles in Glasgow.
Photo taken Monday 3 August 1970, Glasgow
Fisher, Bronington HUJ513E looks very much at home, in terms of livery, among Alexander Midland vehicles in Glasgow.
Photo taken Monday 3 August 1970, Glasgow
993. HWG534E
Alexander (Midland) MW278, HWG534E, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1967 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1977, Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh
Alexander (Midland) MW278, HWG534E, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1967 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1977, Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh
994. HWH983E
Leigh's of Bolton HWH983E, a Bedford VAM with Duple Viceroy C45F body, new in 1967. Seen taking part in the 1967 Blackpool Coach Rally.
Photo taken Sunday 2 April 1967, Lower Promenade, Blackpool
Leigh's of Bolton HWH983E, a Bedford VAM with Duple Viceroy C45F body, new in 1967. Seen taking part in the 1967 Blackpool Coach Rally.
Photo taken Sunday 2 April 1967, Lower Promenade, Blackpool
995. J10647
Blue Coach Tours 16, J10647, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body new in July 1967.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, approaching Gorey Harbour, Jersey
Blue Coach Tours 16, J10647, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body new in July 1967.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, approaching Gorey Harbour, Jersey
996. J10647
Blue Coach Tours, St. Helier 16, J10647, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body new to them in July 1967, which is seen at Gorey.
Photo taken Wednesday 25 April 1979, Gorey, Jersey
Blue Coach Tours, St. Helier 16, J10647, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body new to them in July 1967, which is seen at Gorey.
Photo taken Wednesday 25 April 1979, Gorey, Jersey
997. JEL848E
Shamrock & Rambler, Bournemouth JEL848E was a Bedford VAM14 with a Duple Viceroy C41F body and was new in February 1967.
Photo taken Saturday 26 June 1971, London Victoria Coach Station
Shamrock & Rambler, Bournemouth JEL848E was a Bedford VAM14 with a Duple Viceroy C41F body and was new in February 1967.
Photo taken Saturday 26 June 1971, London Victoria Coach Station
998. JKT108E
Ashley, Dawley acquired JKT108E, a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple Viceroy C45F body from Davies, London, E.C.3 in February 1971. It is seen in Wellington.
Photo taken early 1971, Queen Street, Wellington
Ashley, Dawley acquired JKT108E, a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple Viceroy C45F body from Davies, London, E.C.3 in February 1971. It is seen in Wellington.
Photo taken early 1971, Queen Street, Wellington
999. MAL566E
Martindale, Ferryhill, MAL566E, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1967 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken April 1973, Redcar Racecouirse
Martindale, Ferryhill, MAL566E, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1967 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken April 1973, Redcar Racecouirse
1,000. NDT626E
NDT626E, seen here passing Doncaster Southern Bus Station in November 1975, represents the Bedford coaches acquired by Dearneways with the Fretwell, Bentley business in 1974. It was a 1967 VAM14 model with Duple Viceroy C45F body and stayed with Dearneways until 1978.
Photo taken Saturday 22 November 1975, Doncaster Southern Bus Station
NDT626E, seen here passing Doncaster Southern Bus Station in November 1975, represents the Bedford coaches acquired by Dearneways with the Fretwell, Bentley business in 1974. It was a 1967 VAM14 model with Duple Viceroy C45F body and stayed with Dearneways until 1978.
Photo taken Saturday 22 November 1975, Doncaster Southern Bus Station
1,001. OAB436E
Ashley, Dawley OAB436E was a Ford R192 with a Duple Viceroy C45F body which had been new in 1967 to Woodstones, Kidderminster and which was acquired in February 1970.
Photo taken early 1971
Ashley, Dawley OAB436E was a Ford R192 with a Duple Viceroy C45F body which had been new in 1967 to Woodstones, Kidderminster and which was acquired in February 1970.
Photo taken early 1971
1,002. ONU885E
Glossop Carriage Co ONU885E, a Ford R192 built in 1967 with Duple Empress C45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1974, Redcar Racecourse
Glossop Carriage Co ONU885E, a Ford R192 built in 1967 with Duple Empress C45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1974, Redcar Racecourse
1,003. PPW845F
Eastern Counties CB845, PPW845F, Bedford VAM / Duple.
Photo taken September 1972, Great Yarmouth
Eastern Counties CB845, PPW845F, Bedford VAM / Duple.
Photo taken September 1972, Great Yarmouth
1,004. SAB495F
Smith, Donnington Wood SAB495F was a Ford R192 with a Duple Viceroy C45F body acquired in April 1970 from Woodstones, Kidderminster.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
Smith, Donnington Wood SAB495F was a Ford R192 with a Duple Viceroy C45F body acquired in April 1970 from Woodstones, Kidderminster.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
1,005. SUP205E
Venture VC5, SUP205E, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1967 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1970, Darlington
Venture VC5, SUP205E, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1967 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1970, Darlington
1,006. THK603E
Snell's Coaches, Newton Abbot, THK603E, an A E C Reliance 6MU3R built in 1967 with Duple Dominant C45F bodywork from 1983.
Photo taken October 1983, Exeter Bus Station
Snell's Coaches, Newton Abbot, THK603E, an A E C Reliance 6MU3R built in 1967 with Duple Dominant C45F bodywork from 1983.
Photo taken October 1983, Exeter Bus Station
1,007. TPT426E
General, Chester-le-Street, 14 TPT426E, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1967 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1971, off Rectory Lane, Guisborough
General, Chester-le-Street, 14 TPT426E, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1967 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1971, off Rectory Lane, Guisborough
1,008. TPT99E
Kingsway, Langley Park, TPT99E, a Bedford VAM built in 1967 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken October 1972, Darlington
Kingsway, Langley Park, TPT99E, a Bedford VAM built in 1967 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken October 1972, Darlington
1,009. BUP121F
Martindale of Ferryhill BUP121F, a Bedford VAM built in 1968 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Martindale Garage off Durham Road, Ferryhill
Martindale of Ferryhill BUP121F, a Bedford VAM built in 1968 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Martindale Garage off Durham Road, Ferryhill
1,010. J34870
Tantivy, St. Helier 9, J34870, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body new in May 1968.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, St. Helier
Tantivy, St. Helier 9, J34870, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body new in May 1968.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, St. Helier
1,011. J34870
Tantivy, St. Helier 9, J34870, seen at Gorey, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body, one of three new in May 1968.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Gorey
Tantivy, St. Helier 9, J34870, seen at Gorey, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body, one of three new in May 1968.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Gorey
1,012. J4828
Mascot Motors, St. Helier 18, J4828, was a Bedford SB5 (petrol) with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body which was seen at their garage in St. Helier.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, Mascot Garage, St. Helier
Mascot Motors, St. Helier 18, J4828, was a Bedford SB5 (petrol) with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body which was seen at their garage in St. Helier.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, Mascot Garage, St. Helier
1,013. JGR465F
Hylton Castle Coaches, Sunderland, JGR465F, a Bedford VAS5 built in 1968 with Duple Vista 26 C29F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1972, Redcar Racecourse
Hylton Castle Coaches, Sunderland, JGR465F, a Bedford VAS5 built in 1968 with Duple Vista 26 C29F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1972, Redcar Racecourse
1,014. JRS471F
Alexander Northern, Aberdeen Bedford VAS5 NW271, JRS471F, with a Duple Vista C29F body is seen at Elgin and, new in May 1968, was the last of three new that year.
Photo taken Thursday 30 July 1970, Elgin
Alexander Northern, Aberdeen Bedford VAS5 NW271, JRS471F, with a Duple Vista C29F body is seen at Elgin and, new in May 1968, was the last of three new that year.
Photo taken Thursday 30 July 1970, Elgin
1,015. KSD916F
Dodds Coaches of Troon operated this Bedford VAS5 with Duple Vista 25 coachwork, KSD916F, new in 1968.
Photo taken Sunday 23 June 1968, Troon
Dodds Coaches of Troon operated this Bedford VAS5 with Duple Vista 25 coachwork, KSD916F, new in 1968.
Photo taken Sunday 23 June 1968, Troon
1,016. NUX112G
Turner's Coaches, Coatham, NUX112G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1968 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork. Looking quite smart in the sunshine, this had been new to Whittle of Highley.
Photo taken April 1972, Park Avenue, Redcar
Turner's Coaches, Coatham, NUX112G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1968 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork. Looking quite smart in the sunshine, this had been new to Whittle of Highley.
Photo taken April 1972, Park Avenue, Redcar
1,017. PUW31F
Smith's Coaches (Don Smith), Murton, PUW31F, a Bedford VAL70 built in 1968 with Duple Viceroy 36 C52F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1972, Redcar Racecourse
Smith's Coaches (Don Smith), Murton, PUW31F, a Bedford VAL70 built in 1968 with Duple Viceroy 36 C52F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1972, Redcar Racecourse
1,018. TRB584F
Mansfield District MC26 & MC27, TRB583F & TRB584F, Bedford VAM70s with Duple Viceroy C41F bodies, new in 1968 as 226 & 227.
Photo taken April 1973, Midland General/Mansfield District depot, Mansfield
Mansfield District MC26 & MC27, TRB583F & TRB584F, Bedford VAM70s with Duple Viceroy C41F bodies, new in 1968 as 226 & 227.
Photo taken April 1973, Midland General/Mansfield District depot, Mansfield
1,019. TWP149F
Harris Tours, Bromsgrove TWP149F, a Bedford VAS5 with Duple Vista 25 C29F body, new in 1968. Behind is Warburton's of Tottington KTC 330C, an AEC Reliance 2MU4RA with Harrington Grenadier C41F body, new in 1965.
Photo taken Sunday 31 March 1968, Lower Promenade, Blackpool
Harris Tours, Bromsgrove TWP149F, a Bedford VAS5 with Duple Vista 25 C29F body, new in 1968. Behind is Warburton's of Tottington KTC 330C, an AEC Reliance 2MU4RA with Harrington Grenadier C41F body, new in 1965.
Photo taken Sunday 31 March 1968, Lower Promenade, Blackpool
1,020. J22346
Blue Coach Tours, St. Helier 17, J22346, a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body which had been new in May 1969.
Photo taken Wednesday 25 April 1979, Esplanade, St. Helier
Blue Coach Tours, St. Helier 17, J22346, a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body which had been new in May 1969.
Photo taken Wednesday 25 April 1979, Esplanade, St. Helier
1,021. J5958
Tantivy, St. Helier 8, J5958, a Bedford SB5 with a Duple C41F body new in 1969 and acquired in September 1972 from Irving, Carlisle is seen leaving the Coach Station on The Parade in a contract livery for Modern Line Travel Ltd. It was originally registered TAO179G.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, The Parade, St. Helier
Tantivy, St. Helier 8, J5958, a Bedford SB5 with a Duple C41F body new in 1969 and acquired in September 1972 from Irving, Carlisle is seen leaving the Coach Station on The Parade in a contract livery for Modern Line Travel Ltd. It was originally registered TAO179G.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, The Parade, St. Helier
1,022. J5958
Tantivy, St. Helier 8, J5958, was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body which had been new in April 1969 to Hamilton, Workington as TAO179G.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Gorey
Tantivy, St. Helier 8, J5958, was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Bella Vega C41F body which had been new in April 1969 to Hamilton, Workington as TAO179G.
Photo taken Friday 25 May 1973, Gorey
1,023. MXG102G
Begg of Middlesbrough MXG102G, a Bedford VAM built ca 1969 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken October 1969, Thornaby
Begg of Middlesbrough MXG102G, a Bedford VAM built ca 1969 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken October 1969, Thornaby
1,024. MXG41G
Small's Coaches, Thornaby on Tees, MXG41G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1973, Darlington
Small's Coaches, Thornaby on Tees, MXG41G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1973, Darlington
1,025. NUX130G
Harrison's Cream Coaches, Wingate, NUX130G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1971, Guisborough, off Rectory Lane near the cricket club
Harrison's Cream Coaches, Wingate, NUX130G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1971, Guisborough, off Rectory Lane near the cricket club
1,026. ONT269G
Salopia, Whitchurch, 269, ONT269G, a Bedford VAM3 built in 1969 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken September 1973, Westwood, Scarborough
Salopia, Whitchurch, 269, ONT269G, a Bedford VAM3 built in 1969 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken September 1973, Westwood, Scarborough
1,027. SYS491G
F Lockey & Sons, St Helen Auckland, SYS491G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1978, off Rectory Lane, Guisborough
F Lockey & Sons, St Helen Auckland, SYS491G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1978, off Rectory Lane, Guisborough
1,028. TBU823G
J Leask & Son, Lerwick, Shetland, TBU823G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Esplanade, Lerwick, Shetland
J Leask & Son, Lerwick, Shetland, TBU823G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Esplanade, Lerwick, Shetland
1,029. UAA760H
Grosvenor's of Enfield UAA760H, a Bedford SB5 with Duple Vega 31 C41F body, new in 1969/70. Pictured on the coach park in Hastings with a Premier Albanian VAM/Viceroy alongside, as a Humber Super Snipe Estate car departs.
Photo taken Tuesday 21 July 1970, Rock-A-Nore Road Coach Park, Hastings
Grosvenor's of Enfield UAA760H, a Bedford SB5 with Duple Vega 31 C41F body, new in 1969/70. Pictured on the coach park in Hastings with a Premier Albanian VAM/Viceroy alongside, as a Humber Super Snipe Estate car departs.
Photo taken Tuesday 21 July 1970, Rock-A-Nore Road Coach Park, Hastings
1,030. VVA259H
Galloway of Harthill, VVA259H, a Bedford VAL70 built in 1969/70 with Duple Viceroy 37 C53F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1972, Middlesbrough
Galloway of Harthill, VVA259H, a Bedford VAL70 built in 1969/70 with Duple Viceroy 37 C53F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1972, Middlesbrough
1,031. ERB343H
West Yorkshire RC 2101, ERB343H, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Duple Viceroy C41F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1979, Exhibition Square, York
West Yorkshire RC 2101, ERB343H, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Duple Viceroy C41F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1979, Exhibition Square, York
1,032. HVW241H
Tillings Travel PL9417, HVW241H. Bristol RELH / Duple, new in August 1970 as Eastern National 417.
Photo taken Saturday 14 July 1973, Prittlewell Garage, Southend
Tillings Travel PL9417, HVW241H. Bristol RELH / Duple, new in August 1970 as Eastern National 417.
Photo taken Saturday 14 July 1973, Prittlewell Garage, Southend
1,033. J10326
Seen passing the Weighbridge Bus Station in St. Helier is Blue Coach Tours, St. Helier 15, J10326, which was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega 31 C41F body new in August 1970.
Photo taken Wednesday 23 May 1973, outside Weighbridge Bus Station, St. Helier
Seen passing the Weighbridge Bus Station in St. Helier is Blue Coach Tours, St. Helier 15, J10326, which was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega 31 C41F body new in August 1970.
Photo taken Wednesday 23 May 1973, outside Weighbridge Bus Station, St. Helier
1,034. J26408
Tantivy, St. Helier 29, J26408, a Bedford VAS5 with a Duple Vista 25 C29F body was new in 1970 to Jersey Tours, St. Helier and was acquired by Tantivy in December 1970.
Photo taken Sunday 27 May 1973, St. Helier
Tantivy, St. Helier 29, J26408, a Bedford VAS5 with a Duple Vista 25 C29F body was new in 1970 to Jersey Tours, St. Helier and was acquired by Tantivy in December 1970.
Photo taken Sunday 27 May 1973, St. Helier
1,035. J4830
Mascot Motors, St. Helier 19, J4830, a Bedford SB5 (petrol) with a Duple Vega 31 C41F body was seen at their garage in St. Helier.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, Mascot Garage, St. Helier
Mascot Motors, St. Helier 19, J4830, a Bedford SB5 (petrol) with a Duple Vega 31 C41F body was seen at their garage in St. Helier.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, Mascot Garage, St. Helier
1,036. JUP769H
Gladwin's Coaches, Middlesbrough, "Little Dibble" JUP769H, a Bedford VAS5 built in 1970 with Duple Vista 25 C29F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1983, West Cliff, Whitby
Gladwin's Coaches, Middlesbrough, "Little Dibble" JUP769H, a Bedford VAS5 built in 1970 with Duple Vista 25 C29F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1983, West Cliff, Whitby
1,037. KUP336J
General Omnibus, Chester-le-Street, 22 KUP336J, aBedford SB5 built in 1970 with Duple Vega 31 C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Guisborough Old Station Yard
General Omnibus, Chester-le-Street, 22 KUP336J, aBedford SB5 built in 1970 with Duple Vega 31 C41F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Guisborough Old Station Yard
1,038. KUP498J
Martindale of Ferryhill KUP498J, a Ford R226 built in 1970 with Duple Viceroy 37 C53F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, William Street Coach Park, Scarborough
Martindale of Ferryhill KUP498J, a Ford R226 built in 1970 with Duple Viceroy 37 C53F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, William Street Coach Park, Scarborough
1,039. ORG477H
Alexander (Northern) NW277, ORG477H, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1977, Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh
Alexander (Northern) NW277, ORG477H, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1977, Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh
1,040. RUF802H
Southdown, Brighton 1802, RUF802H, a Leyland PSU3A/4RT Leopard with a Duple Commander IV C32F body, seen in Victoria Coach Station, was one of twenty new between March and July 1970.
Photo taken Saturday 1 April 1972, London Victoria Coach Station
Southdown, Brighton 1802, RUF802H, a Leyland PSU3A/4RT Leopard with a Duple Commander IV C32F body, seen in Victoria Coach Station, was one of twenty new between March and July 1970.
Photo taken Saturday 1 April 1972, London Victoria Coach Station
1,041. RUF817H
Southdown MS 1817, RUF817H, a Leyland Leopard PSU3A/4RT built in 1970 with Duple Commander IV bodywork.
Photo taken August 1978, Victoria Coach Station, London
Southdown MS 1817, RUF817H, a Leyland Leopard PSU3A/4RT built in 1970 with Duple Commander IV bodywork.
Photo taken August 1978, Victoria Coach Station, London
1,042. SSF237H
Edinburgh Corporation 237, SSF237H, a Bedford VAL70 built in 1970 with Duple Viceroy 37 C53F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1970, Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh
Edinburgh Corporation 237, SSF237H, a Bedford VAL70 built in 1970 with Duple Viceroy 37 C53F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1970, Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh
1,043. VSC242J
Edinburgh City Transport 242, VSC242J, a Bedford YRQ with Duple Viceroy C45F body
Photo taken 1972, Waverley Bridge
Edinburgh City Transport 242, VSC242J, a Bedford YRQ with Duple Viceroy C45F body
Photo taken 1972, Waverley Bridge
1,044. AAY299K
Nesbit Somerby AAY299K, a Ford R192 with Duple C45F coachwork (body number 228/79) is seen leaving the premises of Duple (Northern) in Blackpool in July 1971, ready to enter service with the operator from 1 August.
Photo taken July 1971, Duple (Northern) Factory, Blackpool
Nesbit Somerby AAY299K, a Ford R192 with Duple C45F coachwork (body number 228/79) is seen leaving the premises of Duple (Northern) in Blackpool in July 1971, ready to enter service with the operator from 1 August.
Photo taken July 1971, Duple (Northern) Factory, Blackpool
1,045. AVF50J
Glossop Carriage Co. Ltd AVF50J, a Bedford SB5 built in 1971 with Duple Vega 31 C41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1974, Redcar Racecourse
Glossop Carriage Co. Ltd AVF50J, a Bedford SB5 built in 1971 with Duple Vega 31 C41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1974, Redcar Racecourse
1,046. BUR591K
General, Chester-le-Street, 7 BUR591K, a Ford R226 built in 1971/2 with Duple Viceroy C53F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1980, Rectory Lane, Guisborough
General, Chester-le-Street, 7 BUR591K, a Ford R226 built in 1971/2 with Duple Viceroy C53F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1980, Rectory Lane, Guisborough
1,047. CTN11J
Tyneside PTE 401, CTN11J, a Bedford YRQ built in 1971 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1971, Old Station Yard, Guisborough
Tyneside PTE 401, CTN11J, a Bedford YRQ built in 1971 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1971, Old Station Yard, Guisborough
1,048. CTN12J
Scarlet Band, West Cornforth, CTN12J, a Bedford YRQ built in 1971 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1974, College Square, Stokesley
Scarlet Band, West Cornforth, CTN12J, a Bedford YRQ built in 1971 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1974, College Square, Stokesley
1,049. FUB479K
Wallace Arnold, Leeds, FUB479K, a Leyland Leopard built in 1971/2 with Duple Viceroy bodywork.
Photo taken June 1972, Redcar Racecourse
Wallace Arnold, Leeds, FUB479K, a Leyland Leopard built in 1971/2 with Duple Viceroy bodywork.
Photo taken June 1972, Redcar Racecourse
1,050. HHN900K
Scott's Greys of Darlington, HHN900K, a Ford R226 built in 1971/2 with Duple Viceroy 37 C53F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1972, Darlington
Scott's Greys of Darlington, HHN900K, a Ford R226 built in 1971/2 with Duple Viceroy 37 C53F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1972, Darlington
1,051. HWY534J
Saltburn Motor Services 63, HWY534J, a Bedford SB5 built in 1971 with Duple Vega 31 C41F bodywork.
Photo taken November 1974, SMS Depot in Saltburn
Saltburn Motor Services 63, HWY534J, a Bedford SB5 built in 1971 with Duple Vega 31 C41F bodywork.
Photo taken November 1974, SMS Depot in Saltburn
1,052. J17041
Mascot Motors, St. Helier 20, J17041, a Bedford SB5 (petrol) with a Duple Vega 31 C41F body was seen at their garage in St. Helier.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, Mascot Garage, St. Helier
Mascot Motors, St. Helier 20, J17041, a Bedford SB5 (petrol) with a Duple Vega 31 C41F body was seen at their garage in St. Helier.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, Mascot Garage, St. Helier
1,053. J29686
Jersey Motor Transport 34, J29686, was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Vega 31 C39F body, the last of five new in May 1971, and was seen passing the Weighbridge Bus Station in St. Helier.
Photo taken Wednesday 23 May 1973, Weighbridge Bus Station, St. Helier
Jersey Motor Transport 34, J29686, was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Vega 31 C39F body, the last of five new in May 1971, and was seen passing the Weighbridge Bus Station in St. Helier.
Photo taken Wednesday 23 May 1973, Weighbridge Bus Station, St. Helier
1,054. JWA967J
Rothwell, Heywood JWA967J, a Leyland PSU3B/4R Leopard with a Duple Viceroy C51F body which had been new in April 1971 to E.H. Sims, Sheffield, is seen on Eccleston Bridge, London S.W.1.
Photo taken Sunday 31 March 1974, Eccleston Bridge, London SW1
Rothwell, Heywood JWA967J, a Leyland PSU3B/4R Leopard with a Duple Viceroy C51F body which had been new in April 1971 to E.H. Sims, Sheffield, is seen on Eccleston Bridge, London S.W.1.
Photo taken Sunday 31 March 1974, Eccleston Bridge, London SW1
1,055. KTE838K
Bracewell, Colne, KTE838K, a Ford R226 built in 1971/2 with Duple Viceroy 37 C53F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Prissick school base off Marton Road, Middlesbrough
Bracewell, Colne, KTE838K, a Ford R226 built in 1971/2 with Duple Viceroy 37 C53F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Prissick school base off Marton Road, Middlesbrough
1,056. OPT226J
Gypsy Queen, Langley Moor, OPT226J, a Bedford YRQ built in 1971 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1974, Guisborough, off Rectory lane
Gypsy Queen, Langley Moor, OPT226J, a Bedford YRQ built in 1971 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1974, Guisborough, off Rectory lane
1,057. OUP281K
Blaydonian Coaches, Blaydon-on-Tyne, OUP281K, a Bedford YRQ built in 1971 with Duple Viceroy bodywork.
Photo taken May 1972, Redcar Racecourse
Blaydonian Coaches, Blaydon-on-Tyne, OUP281K, a Bedford YRQ built in 1971 with Duple Viceroy bodywork.
Photo taken May 1972, Redcar Racecourse
1,058. SGS552K
SGS552K, a Ford R192 new in September 1971 with a Duple C45F body to Lawson, Methven, converted to a motorhome in 1985, but still with original running gear and front of bodywork.
Photo taken Sunday 28 July 2013, Classic Camper Club, National Rally, Shipston On Stour
SGS552K, a Ford R192 new in September 1971 with a Duple C45F body to Lawson, Methven, converted to a motorhome in 1985, but still with original running gear and front of bodywork.
Photo taken Sunday 28 July 2013, Classic Camper Club, National Rally, Shipston On Stour
1,059. TAG770J
Dodds of Troon, TAG770J, a Bedford SB5 built in 1971 with Duple Vega 31 C41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1971, Troon?
Dodds of Troon, TAG770J, a Bedford SB5 built in 1971 with Duple Vega 31 C41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1971, Troon?
1,060. TMJ651K
Tango Tango DX Group, TMJ651K, a Ford R226 built in 1971 with Duple Viceroy bodywork.
Photo taken August 1990, Caernarfon Castle
Tango Tango DX Group, TMJ651K, a Ford R226 built in 1971 with Duple Viceroy bodywork.
Photo taken August 1990, Caernarfon Castle
1,061. TUX913J
Parish's MS, Morda, Oswestry, TUX913J, a Bedford YRQ built in 1971 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, High Street, Llanfyllin
Parish's MS, Morda, Oswestry, TUX913J, a Bedford YRQ built in 1971 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, High Street, Llanfyllin
1,062. UNT296J
H Ballard, Welshpool, UNT296J, a Bedford SB3 built in 1971 with Duple Vega 31 C41F bodywork. Apart from losing a fleet number, 296, this seemed unchanged from its original owner, Salopia, Whitchurch.
Photo taken July 1978, Garage, Welshpool
H Ballard, Welshpool, UNT296J, a Bedford SB3 built in 1971 with Duple Vega 31 C41F bodywork. Apart from losing a fleet number, 296, this seemed unchanged from its original owner, Salopia, Whitchurch.
Photo taken July 1978, Garage, Welshpool
1,063. VUX576K
Valley Motors, Bishop's Castle, VUX576K, a Ford R192 built in 1971 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Barker Street bus station, Shrewsbury
Valley Motors, Bishop's Castle, VUX576K, a Ford R192 built in 1971 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Barker Street bus station, Shrewsbury
1,064. XTY682J
H E Craiggs, Amble, XTY682J, a Bedford SB5 built in 1971 with Duple C41F bodywork.
Photo taken September 1971, Darlington
H E Craiggs, Amble, XTY682J, a Bedford SB5 built in 1971 with Duple C41F bodywork.
Photo taken September 1971, Darlington
1,065. XXG612J
Bob's Buses, Thornaby, 23 XXG612J, a Bedford VAS5 built in 1971 with Duple Vista 25 C29F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1971, near Stokesley
Bob's Buses, Thornaby, 23 XXG612J, a Bedford VAS5 built in 1971 with Duple Vista 25 C29F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1971, near Stokesley
1,066. YHP760J
YHP760J, a Bedford VAS with Duple C29F body with, in the background, Llandudno UDC (Aberconwy UDC) Dennis Pax FJC737F on Great Orme and Marine Drive duty. YHP760J was new to Bonas, Coventry in June 1971.
Photo taken Wednesday 29 May 1991, Llandudno Pier
YHP760J, a Bedford VAS with Duple C29F body with, in the background, Llandudno UDC (Aberconwy UDC) Dennis Pax FJC737F on Great Orme and Marine Drive duty. YHP760J was new to Bonas, Coventry in June 1971.
Photo taken Wednesday 29 May 1991, Llandudno Pier
1,067. YJR591J
Armstrong of Westerhope YJR591J, a Bedford YRQ built in 1971 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork. Stokesley was a convenient stopping place for Tyneside excursions to Helmsley and Pickering with its Fish and Chip shop, cafe and toilets.
Photo taken May 1973, College Square, Stokesley
Armstrong of Westerhope YJR591J, a Bedford YRQ built in 1971 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork. Stokesley was a convenient stopping place for Tyneside excursions to Helmsley and Pickering with its Fish and Chip shop, cafe and toilets.
Photo taken May 1973, College Square, Stokesley
1,068. YJR592J
R Armstrong, Westerhope, 72 YJR592J, a Bedford YRQ built in 1971 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1974, Redcar Racecourse
R Armstrong, Westerhope, 72 YJR592J, a Bedford YRQ built in 1971 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1974, Redcar Racecourse
1,069. YJU357J
Ebdon, Sidcup YJU357J was a Leyland PSU3B/4R Leopard with a Duple Viceroy 37 C53F body, new in June 1971, seen near to the Tower of London.
Photo taken Sunday 2 April 1972, Tower of London
Ebdon, Sidcup YJU357J was a Leyland PSU3B/4R Leopard with a Duple Viceroy 37 C53F body, new in June 1971, seen near to the Tower of London.
Photo taken Sunday 2 April 1972, Tower of London
1,070. AAW671K
Valley Motors, Bishop's Castle, AAW671K a Ford R192 built in 1972 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Bishop's Castle
Valley Motors, Bishop's Castle, AAW671K a Ford R192 built in 1972 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Bishop's Castle
1,071. AFS244K
Edinburgh Corporation 244, AFS244K, a Bedford YRT built in 1972 with Duple Viceroy C51F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh
Edinburgh Corporation 244, AFS244K, a Bedford YRT built in 1972 with Duple Viceroy C51F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1973, Waverley Bridge, Edinburgh
1,072. CJH620K
CJH620K was an AEC 6U3ZR Reliance with a Duple Viceroy C44F body, new in February 1972 to Timpson, London S.E.6. with whom it is seen here in Victoria Coach Station in Frames livery, for which they held a contract, but here carrying Timpson slip boards.
Photo taken Saturday 30 March 1974, London Victoria Coach Station
CJH620K was an AEC 6U3ZR Reliance with a Duple Viceroy C44F body, new in February 1972 to Timpson, London S.E.6. with whom it is seen here in Victoria Coach Station in Frames livery, for which they held a contract, but here carrying Timpson slip boards.
Photo taken Saturday 30 March 1974, London Victoria Coach Station
1,073. FXG405K
Guisborough Sapphires JJB FXG405K Bedford YRQ built in 1972 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1986, Guisborough
Guisborough Sapphires JJB FXG405K Bedford YRQ built in 1972 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1986, Guisborough
1,074. J19772
Blue Coach Tours, St. Helier 9, J19772, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega 31 C41F body, new in March 1972, which is seen about to pass the Weighbridge Bus Station in St. Helier.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, outside Weighbridge Bus Station, St. Helier
Blue Coach Tours, St. Helier 9, J19772, was a Bedford SB3 with a Duple Vega 31 C41F body, new in March 1972, which is seen about to pass the Weighbridge Bus Station in St. Helier.
Photo taken Thursday 24 May 1973, outside Weighbridge Bus Station, St. Helier
1,075. LRE649K
Berresford purchased a selection of vehicles from East Kent between 1977 and 1979. One of these was AFN598B and AEC Reliance 2U3RA with Park Royal C49F bodywork.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1981, Berresfords Depot, Cheddleton
Berresford purchased a selection of vehicles from East Kent between 1977 and 1979. One of these was AFN598B and AEC Reliance 2U3RA with Park Royal C49F bodywork.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1981, Berresfords Depot, Cheddleton
1,076. SDH104K
SDH104K was a Ford R192 with Duple Viceroy C45F body new to Central, Walsall, in March 1972. Here it is with Fuggles, Benenden, outside Tenterden Town Hall in November or December 1982.
Photo taken late 1982, High Street, Tenterden, Kent
SDH104K was a Ford R192 with Duple Viceroy C45F body new to Central, Walsall, in March 1972. Here it is with Fuggles, Benenden, outside Tenterden Town Hall in November or December 1982.
Photo taken late 1982, High Street, Tenterden, Kent
1,077. TPT115K
Bond Bros, Willington, TPT115K, a Bedford YRQ built in 1972 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1974, College Square, Stokesley
Bond Bros, Willington, TPT115K, a Bedford YRQ built in 1972 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1974, College Square, Stokesley
1,078. URS629K
Alexander Northern, Aberdeen NT29, URS629K, seen in Wellington Street Coach Station in Leeds, was a Ford R192 with a Duple Viceroy C45F body. It was the second one of a pair new in July 1972.
Photo taken Wednesday 11 April 1973, Wellington Street Coach Station, Leeds
Alexander Northern, Aberdeen NT29, URS629K, seen in Wellington Street Coach Station in Leeds, was a Ford R192 with a Duple Viceroy C45F body. It was the second one of a pair new in July 1972.
Photo taken Wednesday 11 April 1973, Wellington Street Coach Station, Leeds
1,079. XAW518K
Tor Coaches, Street, XAW518K Bedford YRQ built in 1972 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken October 1983, Street, Somerset
Tor Coaches, Street, XAW518K Bedford YRQ built in 1972 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken October 1983, Street, Somerset
1,080. XAW548K
Lugg Valley, Hereford, XAW548K, a Bedford YRQ built in 1972 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken April 1986, Hereford
Lugg Valley, Hereford, XAW548K, a Bedford YRQ built in 1972 with Duple Viceroy C45F bodywork.
Photo taken April 1986, Hereford
1,081. YCD880K
Unique Coaches, Brighton 41, YCD880K, a 1972 Bedford YRQ with Duple C45F waiting for passengers for Goodwood races.
Photo taken Saturday 11 September 1976, Marine Parade, Brighton
Unique Coaches, Brighton 41, YCD880K, a 1972 Bedford YRQ with Duple C45F waiting for passengers for Goodwood races.
Photo taken Saturday 11 September 1976, Marine Parade, Brighton
1,082. NRM809M
Cumberland Motor Services 809, NRM809M, a Ford R226 with Duple C53F bodywork, has just arrived at Keswick on the 71 service from Carlisle via Wigton. The bus had been new in October 1973.
Photo taken March 1976, Keswick Bus Station
Cumberland Motor Services 809, NRM809M, a Ford R226 with Duple C53F bodywork, has just arrived at Keswick on the 71 service from Carlisle via Wigton. The bus had been new in October 1973.
Photo taken March 1976, Keswick Bus Station
1,083. VWY841L
Baddeley Bros of Holmfirth were taken over by the West Yorkshire PTE in 1976 but retained their own livery. Seen in the yard at Holmfirth are Ford R226 114, VWY841L, a 1973 Duple bodied example bought new by Baddeleys; 118, MUG522L, a Leyland Leopard with Plaxton bodywork new as their 22 to Leeds City Transport in 1973 and 115, VWY842L, another Ford R226 with Duple bodywork of 1973.
Photo taken Thursday 12 April 1979, Dunford Road, Holmfirth
Baddeley Bros of Holmfirth were taken over by the West Yorkshire PTE in 1976 but retained their own livery. Seen in the yard at Holmfirth are Ford R226 114, VWY841L, a 1973 Duple bodied example bought new by Baddeleys; 118, MUG522L, a Leyland Leopard with Plaxton bodywork new as their 22 to Leeds City Transport in 1973 and 115, VWY842L, another Ford R226 with Duple bodywork of 1973.
Photo taken Thursday 12 April 1979, Dunford Road, Holmfirth
1,084. VWY841L
VWY841L was a Ford R226 with Duple C53F body new in 1973 to Baddeley Bros. Holmfirth as their 114.
Photo taken early 1980s
VWY841L was a Ford R226 with Duple C53F body new in 1973 to Baddeley Bros. Holmfirth as their 114.
Photo taken early 1980s
1,085. VWY841L
A rear view of Baddeley Bros., Holmfirth 114, VWY841L, a Ford R226 with Duple Dominant C53F body, new in 1973.
Photo taken 1973, Baddeley's Garage, Holmfirth.
A rear view of Baddeley Bros., Holmfirth 114, VWY841L, a Ford R226 with Duple Dominant C53F body, new in 1973.
Photo taken 1973, Baddeley's Garage, Holmfirth.
1,086. VWY842L
Baddeley Bros., Holmfirth 113, VWY842L, a Ford R226 with Duple Dominant C53F body new in 1973.
Photo taken 1973, Baddeley's Garage, Holmfirth
Baddeley Bros., Holmfirth 113, VWY842L, a Ford R226 with Duple Dominant C53F body new in 1973.
Photo taken 1973, Baddeley's Garage, Holmfirth
1,087. YHG4N
Burnley & Pendle 4, YHG4N, was a Leyland PSU3B/4R Leopard with a Duple Dominant Express C49F body which was seen in Buckingham Palace Road, London S.W.1 opposite Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Friday 13 August 1976, Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1
Burnley & Pendle 4, YHG4N, was a Leyland PSU3B/4R Leopard with a Duple Dominant Express C49F body which was seen in Buckingham Palace Road, London S.W.1 opposite Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Friday 13 August 1976, Buckingham Palace Road, London SW1
1,088. BH3717
Kowloon MB CA26, BH3717, an Albion Viking EVK55CL built in 1975 with Duple Dominant C42F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1981, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Kowloon MB CA26, BH3717, an Albion Viking EVK55CL built in 1975 with Duple Dominant C42F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1981, Kowloon, Hong Kong
1,089. HWF534N
Premier (Harold Wilson) of Stainforth operated HWF534N, a Bedford YRT with Duple C53F bodywork which was new in March 1975.
Photo taken c.1975, Premier Depot, East Lane, Stainforth
Premier (Harold Wilson) of Stainforth operated HWF534N, a Bedford YRT with Duple C53F bodywork which was new in March 1975.
Photo taken c.1975, Premier Depot, East Lane, Stainforth
1,090. J16929
Mascot Motors, St Helier 24, J16929, was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Vega 31 C41F body seen outside the Pomme d'Or Hotel on the Esplanade.
Photo taken Saturday 28 April 1979, Esplanade, St. Helier
Mascot Motors, St Helier 24, J16929, was a Bedford SB5 with a Duple Vega 31 C41F body seen outside the Pomme d'Or Hotel on the Esplanade.
Photo taken Saturday 28 April 1979, Esplanade, St. Helier
1,091. RYG396R
West Riding 5, RYG396R, a 1977 Leyland Leopard PSU3D/4R with Duple DP49F bodywork.
Photo taken January 1977
West Riding 5, RYG396R, a 1977 Leyland Leopard PSU3D/4R with Duple DP49F bodywork.
Photo taken January 1977
1,092. UTD203T
In common with other vehicles purchased for the coach fleet, Leyland Leopard UTD203T, Southend Transport 203, was often employed on local, low-frequency rural scheduled services, such as here on route 12 to Wallasea Island via Stambridge and Canewdon. At Wallasea it connected with the privately-run boat ferry to Burnham-on-Crouch.
Photo taken Monday 7 May 1979, Central Bus Station, York Road, Southend
In common with other vehicles purchased for the coach fleet, Leyland Leopard UTD203T, Southend Transport 203, was often employed on local, low-frequency rural scheduled services, such as here on route 12 to Wallasea Island via Stambridge and Canewdon. At Wallasea it connected with the privately-run boat ferry to Burnham-on-Crouch.
Photo taken Monday 7 May 1979, Central Bus Station, York Road, Southend
1,093. XYK765T
Grey Green XYK765T, Leyland Leopard / Duple C49F, new in August 1978.
Photo taken August 1978, Colchester Bus Station
Grey Green XYK765T, Leyland Leopard / Duple C49F, new in August 1978.
Photo taken August 1978, Colchester Bus Station
1,094. DHK102T
Colchester Borough Transport 102, DHK102T, Leyland Leopard / Duple. New in February 1979, see here on National Express 084 to London.
Photo taken 1982, Colchester Bus Station
Colchester Borough Transport 102, DHK102T, Leyland Leopard / Duple. New in February 1979, see here on National Express 084 to London.
Photo taken 1982, Colchester Bus Station
1,095. ELN927T
About to cross London Bridge is ETO585 a Leyland PSU5C/4R Leopard with a Duple Dominant C57F body new to Prairie, Uxbridge as ELN927T. It was acquired by Thomas, West Ewell (t/a Edward Thomas & Son) in November 1983 from T.U.R. Travel, London W.2 and re-registered in June 1985. It is seen here in a contract livery to operate for London Transport Tours and Charter which it retained until September 1986 when it received the Thomas name replacing the LT lettering.
Photo taken 1985/6, London Bridge
About to cross London Bridge is ETO585 a Leyland PSU5C/4R Leopard with a Duple Dominant C57F body new to Prairie, Uxbridge as ELN927T. It was acquired by Thomas, West Ewell (t/a Edward Thomas & Son) in November 1983 from T.U.R. Travel, London W.2 and re-registered in June 1985. It is seen here in a contract livery to operate for London Transport Tours and Charter which it retained until September 1986 when it received the Thomas name replacing the LT lettering.
Photo taken 1985/6, London Bridge
1,096. ELN927T
Thomas, West Ewell ELN927T was a Leyland PSU5C/4R Leopard with Duple Dominant C57F body new to Prairie, West Drayton. It was acquired by Thomas in November 1983 from T.U.R. Travel, London W.2 and is seen here in Kingston Road, Stoneleigh at the junction with Park Avenue West.
Photo taken Sunday 26 August 1984, Kingston Road, Stoneleigh
Thomas, West Ewell ELN927T was a Leyland PSU5C/4R Leopard with Duple Dominant C57F body new to Prairie, West Drayton. It was acquired by Thomas in November 1983 from T.U.R. Travel, London W.2 and is seen here in Kingston Road, Stoneleigh at the junction with Park Avenue West.
Photo taken Sunday 26 August 1984, Kingston Road, Stoneleigh
1,097. ELN927T
Thomas, Ewell Leopard/Duple ETO585 (formerly ELN927T) in a special livery for LT coach tours. It is in the yard alongside Victoria LT garage, which was at this time used as a starting point for some tours.
Photo taken Wilton Road/Gillingham Street, London Victoria
Thomas, Ewell Leopard/Duple ETO585 (formerly ELN927T) in a special livery for LT coach tours. It is in the yard alongside Victoria LT garage, which was at this time used as a starting point for some tours.
Photo taken Wilton Road/Gillingham Street, London Victoria
1,098. KVD475P
Duple Dominant C50F bodied A.E.C. 6U3ZR Reliance KVD457P was number 53 in the fleet of Thamesmead Motor Services, London S.E.16. It had been acquired in October 1980 from Arrowline, West Drayton and passed to Blue Emblem, London S.E.18 in December 1982.
Duple Dominant C50F bodied A.E.C. 6U3ZR Reliance KVD457P was number 53 in the fleet of Thamesmead Motor Services, London S.E.16. It had been acquired in October 1980 from Arrowline, West Drayton and passed to Blue Emblem, London S.E.18 in December 1982.