SCT '61 Photo Index
Bedford VAM
Bedford VAM
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1. FYC127C
Wake, Sparkford FYC127C was a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple Midland DP45F body new in December 1965.
Photo taken Saturday 15 June 1968, Yeovil Bus Station
Wake, Sparkford FYC127C was a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple Midland DP45F body new in December 1965.
Photo taken Saturday 15 June 1968, Yeovil Bus Station
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One of the less well-known MCW products on a Bedford VAM chassis at the 1966 Earls Court show, carrying the trade plates 395NK.
Photo taken 1966, Earls Court, London
One of the less well-known MCW products on a Bedford VAM chassis at the 1966 Earls Court show, carrying the trade plates 395NK.
Photo taken 1966, Earls Court, London
3. 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
4. BFT739D
Ord of Alnwick, BFT739D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton Panorama C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1972, Ripon Racecourse
Ord of Alnwick, BFT739D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton Panorama C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1972, Ripon Racecourse
5. BFT740D
Priory Motor Coach, North Shields, 41 BFT740D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton Panorama C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1972, Racecourse, Redcar.
Priory Motor Coach, North Shields, 41 BFT740D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton Panorama C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1972, Racecourse, Redcar.
6. CEP601D
New to Mid-Wales Motorways in June 1966, CEP601D was a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple (Midland) B45F body seen here in the yard at their Newtown garage.
Photo taken early 1971, Newtown Garage
New to Mid-Wales Motorways in June 1966, CEP601D was a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple (Midland) B45F body seen here in the yard at their Newtown garage.
Photo taken early 1971, Newtown Garage
7. CSB441D
Seen at Twickenham was CSB441D, a Bedford VAM5 with Plaxton Panorama C45F body belonging to Cross Cabs.
Photo taken Saturday 17 March 1973, London Twickenham
Seen at Twickenham was CSB441D, a Bedford VAM5 with Plaxton Panorama C45F body belonging to Cross Cabs.
Photo taken Saturday 17 March 1973, London Twickenham
8. CST961D
Highland Omnibuses CD13, CST961D, was a Bedford VAM5 with Alexander B24FM bodywork; new in June 1966, it was withdrawn in 1981. It is seen at Wick Bus Station waiting to set out on an afternoon journey down the coast to Helmsdale via Dunbeath. Behind is an Albion Lowlander for Thurso.
Photo taken c.1969, Wick Bus Station
Highland Omnibuses CD13, CST961D, was a Bedford VAM5 with Alexander B24FM bodywork; new in June 1966, it was withdrawn in 1981. It is seen at Wick Bus Station waiting to set out on an afternoon journey down the coast to Helmsdale via Dunbeath. Behind is an Albion Lowlander for Thurso.
Photo taken c.1969, Wick Bus Station
9. DRN96D
Thomas Bros., Llangadog DRN96D, was a Duple Northern Viscount C45F bodied Bedford VAM5 which had been new to Bon Chaunce, Preston from whom it was reported as being acquired in July 1970 and is seen in Haverfordwest.
Photo taken Saturday 4 July 1970, Haverfordwest
Thomas Bros., Llangadog DRN96D, was a Duple Northern Viscount C45F bodied Bedford VAM5 which had been new to Bon Chaunce, Preston from whom it was reported as being acquired in July 1970 and is seen in Haverfordwest.
Photo taken Saturday 4 July 1970, Haverfordwest
10. ECG437D
Bedford VAM5, ECG437D, had a Plaxton Vam C45F body and is seen at Gilwell Park when with Cresta, London S.W.19.
Photo taken Saturday 3 July 1971, Gilwell Park
Bedford VAM5, ECG437D, had a Plaxton Vam C45F body and is seen at Gilwell Park when with Cresta, London S.W.19.
Photo taken Saturday 3 July 1971, Gilwell Park
11. EHL466D
Martindale of Ferryhill EHL466D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton Vam C45F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1972, Redcar Racecourse
Martindale of Ferryhill EHL466D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton Vam C45F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1972, Redcar Racecourse
12. EHL469D
West Riding A.C. 12, EHL469D, a Bedford VAM5 with Plaxton Vam C45F body, new in 1966.
Photo taken Summer 1970, Wakefield Bus Station
West Riding A.C. 12, EHL469D, a Bedford VAM5 with Plaxton Vam C45F body, new in 1966.
Photo taken Summer 1970, Wakefield Bus Station
13. END415D
Bedford VAM5/Duple Northern C45F bodied END415D belonging to Moodys Coaches of Rose Street, Northfleet. It was new in May 1966 to North Manchester Coaches.
Photo taken February 1969, Rose Street, Northfleet
Bedford VAM5/Duple Northern C45F bodied END415D belonging to Moodys Coaches of Rose Street, Northfleet. It was new in May 1966 to North Manchester Coaches.
Photo taken February 1969, Rose Street, Northfleet
14. EOR415D
Silver Star, Rhosgadfan EOR415D, a 1966 Bedford VAM14 with Strachans B46F bodywork formerly with King Alfred, Winchester
Photo taken Friday 27 August 1976, Caernarfon
Silver Star, Rhosgadfan EOR415D, a 1966 Bedford VAM14 with Strachans B46F bodywork formerly with King Alfred, Winchester
Photo taken Friday 27 August 1976, Caernarfon
15. FAM972D
An unidentified Army Regiment used FAM972D as a support vehicle for public displays. This was a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton Panorama bodywork and had been new to Keen, Swindon, as C45F.
Photo taken July 1984, Middlesbrough
An unidentified Army Regiment used FAM972D as a support vehicle for public displays. This was a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton Panorama bodywork and had been new to Keen, Swindon, as C45F.
Photo taken July 1984, Middlesbrough
16. FAW156D
Cooper, Oakengates FAW156D was a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple Midland B45F body new in January 1966.
Photo taken early 1971, Bus Station, Bridge Street, Oakengates
Cooper, Oakengates FAW156D was a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple Midland B45F body new in January 1966.
Photo taken early 1971, Bus Station, Bridge Street, Oakengates
17. FAW157D
Cooper, Oakengates FAW157D was a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple Midland B45F body new in January 1966.
Photo taken early 1971, Victoria Street, Wellington
Cooper, Oakengates FAW157D was a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple Midland B45F body new in January 1966.
Photo taken early 1971, Victoria Street, Wellington
18. 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
19. 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
20. 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
21. FVJ900D
FVJ900D was a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple Midland DP45F body and was number 5 in the fleet of Yeomans, Canon Pyon.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
FVJ900D was a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple Midland DP45F body and was number 5 in the fleet of Yeomans, Canon Pyon.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
22. FVO73D
Barton 1073, FVO73D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton Panorama C45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1973, Redcar Racecourse
Barton 1073, FVO73D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton Panorama C45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1973, Redcar Racecourse
23. GAJ945D
Cleveland Transit 347, GAJ945D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton Vam C45F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1975, former SMS Depot, Saltburn.
Cleveland Transit 347, GAJ945D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton Vam C45F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1975, former SMS Depot, Saltburn.
24. GAJ946D
Saltburn Motor Services 51, GAJ946D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton VAM C45F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1972, Guisborough Garage
Saltburn Motor Services 51, GAJ946D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton VAM C45F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1972, Guisborough Garage
25. GAJ946D
Cleveland Transit S348, GAJ946D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton Vam C45F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1975, former Saltburn MS Depot, Saltburn
Cleveland Transit S348, GAJ946D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton Vam C45F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1975, former Saltburn MS Depot, Saltburn
26. 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
27. GPM820D
T.R. Morris, Llanfyllin, GPM820D, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1966 with Duple Northern Viscount C45F bodywork. This had been new to Basingstoke & District, Tadley.
Photo taken July 1978, Llanfyllin depot
T.R. Morris, Llanfyllin, GPM820D, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1966 with Duple Northern Viscount C45F bodywork. This had been new to Basingstoke & District, Tadley.
Photo taken July 1978, Llanfyllin depot
28. 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
29. GTY247D
General, Chester-le-Street GTY247D was a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple Midland B45F body, new to Craiggs, Amble in February 1966 which was seen leaving the bus station in Chester-le-Street.
Photo taken Wednesday 30 July 1969, Chester-le-Street Bus Station
General, Chester-le-Street GTY247D was a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple Midland B45F body, new to Craiggs, Amble in February 1966 which was seen leaving the bus station in Chester-le-Street.
Photo taken Wednesday 30 July 1969, Chester-le-Street Bus Station
30. GUX154D
Ashley (t/a Martlew), Donnington Wood GUX154D, a Bedford VAM14 with a Duple Northern Viscount C45F body, seen in Donnington, had been new in June 1966.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
Ashley (t/a Martlew), Donnington Wood GUX154D, a Bedford VAM14 with a Duple Northern Viscount C45F body, seen in Donnington, had been new in June 1966.
Photo taken early 1971, Donnington Garrison Bus Terminus, Wellington Road, Donnington
31. GVA650D
Gladwin, Middlesbrough, GVA650D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton Panorama C45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1977, Redcar racecourse
Gladwin, Middlesbrough, GVA650D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton Panorama C45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1977, Redcar racecourse
32. 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
33. HCJ800D
Price, Wrockwardine Wood HCJ800D was a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple Midland DP45F body acquired in July 1969 from Yeomans, Canon Pyon.
Photo taken early 1971, Bus Station, Bridge Street, Oakengates
Price, Wrockwardine Wood HCJ800D was a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple Midland DP45F body acquired in July 1969 from Yeomans, Canon Pyon.
Photo taken early 1971, Bus Station, Bridge Street, Oakengates
34. 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
35. 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
36. 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
37. 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)
38. JUY985D
Mascot Continental JUY985D, Bedford VAM / Duple Northern Viscount.
Photo taken September 1972, Seashore Camp, Great Yarmouth
Mascot Continental JUY985D, Bedford VAM / Duple Northern Viscount.
Photo taken September 1972, Seashore Camp, Great Yarmouth
39. JWP723D
Harrison's Cream Coaches, Wingate, JWP723D, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1966 with Duple Northern Viscount C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1971, Guisborough Old Station Yard
Harrison's Cream Coaches, Wingate, JWP723D, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1966 with Duple Northern Viscount C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1971, Guisborough Old Station Yard
40. 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
41. LGT810D
Banfield, London S.E. LGT810D was a Bedford VAM14 with a Duple (N) Viscount C41F body new in 1966 seen here on a railway replacement service.
Photo taken October 1967, High Street, Bromley, near Bromley South Station
Banfield, London S.E. LGT810D was a Bedford VAM14 with a Duple (N) Viscount C41F body new in 1966 seen here on a railway replacement service.
Photo taken October 1967, High Street, Bromley, near Bromley South Station
42. 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
43. LNY586D
Brewer, Caerau LNY586D, a Bedford VAM14 with a Duple Northern Viscount C45F body, which was seen at their garage.
Photo taken Tuesday 3 August 1971, Brewer Garage, Caerau
Brewer, Caerau LNY586D, a Bedford VAM14 with a Duple Northern Viscount C45F body, which was seen at their garage.
Photo taken Tuesday 3 August 1971, Brewer Garage, Caerau
44. LUP417D
LUP417D, a 1966 Bedford VAM5 with Duple Midland 45 seat body owned by General of Chester-le-Street about to leave Chester-le-Street bus station for Whitehill.
Photo taken 1978, Chester-le-Street Bus Station
LUP417D, a 1966 Bedford VAM5 with Duple Midland 45 seat body owned by General of Chester-le-Street about to leave Chester-le-Street bus station for Whitehill.
Photo taken 1978, Chester-le-Street Bus Station
45. 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
46. MYG356D
Nova Coaches (Lumb), Birstall, MYG356D, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1966 with Plaxton Panorama I C45F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1973, Thirsk Racecourse
Nova Coaches (Lumb), Birstall, MYG356D, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1966 with Plaxton Panorama I C45F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1973, Thirsk Racecourse
47. NTU900D
Fulton of Sacriston, NTU900D Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton Panorama C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1980, off Rectory Lane, Guisborough
Fulton of Sacriston, NTU900D Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Plaxton Panorama C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1980, off Rectory Lane, Guisborough
48. PPT200D
Fulton's of Sacriston PPT200D, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1966 with Plaxton Panorama C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1980, Guisborough
Fulton's of Sacriston PPT200D, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1966 with Plaxton Panorama C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1980, Guisborough
49. 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
50. UTC240D
Gladwin Tours of Middlesbrough and their unmistakeable livery on UTC240D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Duple Northern Viscount C45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1983, Just off Marton Road, Middlesbrough
Gladwin Tours of Middlesbrough and their unmistakeable livery on UTC240D, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1966 with Duple Northern Viscount C45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1983, Just off Marton Road, Middlesbrough
51. 1219TZ
Lough Swilly 172, 1219TZ, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1967 with Duple Northern DP45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1979, Letterkenny
Lough Swilly 172, 1219TZ, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1967 with Duple Northern DP45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1979, Letterkenny
52. 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
53. BTD871E
Walls of Wigan entered BTD871E, a Bedford VAM with a rare MCW Metropolitan coach body, at the 1967 Blackpool Coach Rally. The Metropolitan was offered with a Bedford VAM or Ford R192 chassis with C41F and C45F formats, but few were built.
Photo taken Sunday 2 April 1967, Lower Promenade, Blackpool
Walls of Wigan entered BTD871E, a Bedford VAM with a rare MCW Metropolitan coach body, at the 1967 Blackpool Coach Rally. The Metropolitan was offered with a Bedford VAM or Ford R192 chassis with C41F and C45F formats, but few were built.
Photo taken Sunday 2 April 1967, Lower Promenade, Blackpool
54. BTD871E
Wall's of Wigan BTD871E, a Bedford VAM5 with MCW Metropolitan C45F body, new in 1967. Behind is Yates of Runcorn UTU503E, another VAM5 with Plaxton Panorama I C45F body, then others from Global Tours, Wallace Arnold and Premier Travel. All seen taking part in the 1967 Blackpool Coach Rally.
Photo taken Sunday 2 April 1967, Lower Promenade, Blackpool
Wall's of Wigan BTD871E, a Bedford VAM5 with MCW Metropolitan C45F body, new in 1967. Behind is Yates of Runcorn UTU503E, another VAM5 with Plaxton Panorama I C45F body, then others from Global Tours, Wallace Arnold and Premier Travel. All seen taking part in the 1967 Blackpool Coach Rally.
Photo taken Sunday 2 April 1967, Lower Promenade, Blackpool
55. BTD871E
Walls, Wigan entered BTD871E in the National Coach Rally and it is seen here on the Lower Promenade at Blackpool. It was a Bedford VAM14 with an MCW Metropolitan C45F body and is seen here queuing for the judging in the Concours d’Elegance of the National Coach Rally.
Photo taken Sunday 2 April 1967, Lower Promenade, Blackpool
Walls, Wigan entered BTD871E in the National Coach Rally and it is seen here on the Lower Promenade at Blackpool. It was a Bedford VAM14 with an MCW Metropolitan C45F body and is seen here queuing for the judging in the Concours d’Elegance of the National Coach Rally.
Photo taken Sunday 2 April 1967, Lower Promenade, Blackpool
56. BTD871E
A rear view of an MCW Metropolitan bodied coach, BTD871E which was a Bedford VAM14 with a C45F body which had been new to Walls, Wigan with whom it is seen here at Wembley Stadium.
Photo taken Saturday 28 April 1973, Wembley Stadium
A rear view of an MCW Metropolitan bodied coach, BTD871E which was a Bedford VAM14 with a C45F body which had been new to Walls, Wigan with whom it is seen here at Wembley Stadium.
Photo taken Saturday 28 April 1973, Wembley Stadium
57. EST820E
Highland Omnibus ran large numbers of Bedfords over the years. Seen at Braemar is CD16, EST820E, a 1967 Bedford VAM with Alexander coach bodywork.
Photo taken Thursday 9 August 1973, Braemar
Highland Omnibus ran large numbers of Bedfords over the years. Seen at Braemar is CD16, EST820E, a 1967 Bedford VAM with Alexander coach bodywork.
Photo taken Thursday 9 August 1973, Braemar
58. EST823E
Highland CD19, EST823E, was one of 6 Bedford VAM bodied by Alexander in 1967 to its "Y" type design with coach seats and power doors.
Photo taken Thursday 4 April 1968, Fort William, Inverness-shire
Highland CD19, EST823E, was one of 6 Bedford VAM bodied by Alexander in 1967 to its "Y" type design with coach seats and power doors.
Photo taken Thursday 4 April 1968, Fort William, Inverness-shire
59. FEF315E
Richardsons of West Hartlepool FEF315E, a Bedford VAM new in July 1967, seen at William St Scarborough in July 1967 on hire to Bee-Line of West Hartlepool.
Photo taken July 1967, William Street Coach Park, Scarborough
Richardsons of West Hartlepool FEF315E, a Bedford VAM new in July 1967, seen at William St Scarborough in July 1967 on hire to Bee-Line of West Hartlepool.
Photo taken July 1967, William Street Coach Park, Scarborough
60. HHL715E
West Riding 15, HHL715E, was a Bedford VAM5 with a Plaxton Panorama II C45F body seen in Blackpool.
Photo taken Sunday 2 April 1967, Blackpool
West Riding 15, HHL715E, was a Bedford VAM5 with a Plaxton Panorama II C45F body seen in Blackpool.
Photo taken Sunday 2 April 1967, Blackpool
61. HSF237E
Eastern Scottish C237D, HSF237E, a Bedford VAM5 from 1967 with Alexander B45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1970, outside Humbie Post Office
Eastern Scottish C237D, HSF237E, a Bedford VAM5 from 1967 with Alexander B45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1970, outside Humbie Post Office
62. HSF243E
Eastern Scottish C243, HSF243E, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1967 with Alexander Y B45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1970, Just off Main Street, Kirk Yetholm
Eastern Scottish C243, HSF243E, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1967 with Alexander Y B45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1970, Just off Main Street, Kirk Yetholm
63. HSF249E
Eastern Scottish and United shared premises and town services at Berwick. C249J (Berwick Garage) HSF249E a Bedford VAM with Alexander body is about to load up for a run over the border to Galashiels.
Photo taken 1967, Berwick upon Tweed Bus Station
Eastern Scottish and United shared premises and town services at Berwick. C249J (Berwick Garage) HSF249E a Bedford VAM with Alexander body is about to load up for a run over the border to Galashiels.
Photo taken 1967, Berwick upon Tweed Bus Station
64. 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
65. 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
66. 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
67. JAA508E
Baker (dealer), Farnham demonstrated JAA508E at the British Coach Rally on Madeira Drive in Brighton. It was a Bedford VAM14 with an MCW Metropolitan C45F body.
Photo taken Sunday 16 April 1967, Madeira Drive, Brighton
Baker (dealer), Farnham demonstrated JAA508E at the British Coach Rally on Madeira Drive in Brighton. It was a Bedford VAM14 with an MCW Metropolitan C45F body.
Photo taken Sunday 16 April 1967, Madeira Drive, Brighton
68. 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
69. 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
70. JLJ51E
During 1967/8 production delays with traditional Bristol/ECW combinations led to some unusual purchases by the THC companies. Hants and Dorset received a trio of Bedford VAM14 with Strachan B33D+25 bodies numbered 825-827, JLJ51E-JLJ53E. Later renumbered 1501-1503 they had short lives, with 1503 and 1501 stored out of use at Poole garage during 1975.
Photo taken Wednesday 9 April 1975, Hants and Dorset Depot, Poole
During 1967/8 production delays with traditional Bristol/ECW combinations led to some unusual purchases by the THC companies. Hants and Dorset received a trio of Bedford VAM14 with Strachan B33D+25 bodies numbered 825-827, JLJ51E-JLJ53E. Later renumbered 1501-1503 they had short lives, with 1503 and 1501 stored out of use at Poole garage during 1975.
Photo taken Wednesday 9 April 1975, Hants and Dorset Depot, Poole
71. JLJ51E
Hants & Dorset 1390, UEL711, a Bristol LD6G with ECW H33/27R body new in late 1957 alongside 825, JLJ51E, 10 years its junior, a Bedford VAM5 with Strachan B33D body.
Photo taken 1970, Bournemouth Bus Station
Hants & Dorset 1390, UEL711, a Bristol LD6G with ECW H33/27R body new in late 1957 alongside 825, JLJ51E, 10 years its junior, a Bedford VAM5 with Strachan B33D body.
Photo taken 1970, Bournemouth Bus Station
72. JWF35E
Boddy's Motors, Bridlington, JWF35E, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1967 with Plaxton Panorama I C45F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1974, Redcar Racecourse
Boddy's Motors, Bridlington, JWF35E, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1967 with Plaxton Panorama I C45F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1974, Redcar Racecourse
73. KDV131F
Western National received 12 ECW bodied Bedford VAM5 with ECW B41F bodies. Fleet numbers 700-711 KDV130-141F being delivered in autumn 1967. 701, KDV131F, is seen here at Dartmouth where an outstation existed on a car park not far from the Kingswear ferry terminal.
Photo taken Wednesday 4 August 1976, Dartmouth Outstation
Western National received 12 ECW bodied Bedford VAM5 with ECW B41F bodies. Fleet numbers 700-711 KDV130-141F being delivered in autumn 1967. 701, KDV131F, is seen here at Dartmouth where an outstation existed on a car park not far from the Kingswear ferry terminal.
Photo taken Wednesday 4 August 1976, Dartmouth Outstation
74. 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
75. MAW196F
Hampson, Oswestry, 35, MAW196F, a Bedford VAM from around 1967 with Duple Northern Viscount bodywork.
Photo taken March 1969, Keele University
Hampson, Oswestry, 35, MAW196F, a Bedford VAM from around 1967 with Duple Northern Viscount bodywork.
Photo taken March 1969, Keele University
76. MHN800E
GNE Motor Services, Darlington, MHN800E, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1967 with Plaxton Panorama I C45F bodywork. Once a familiar sight in NE England but now just a memory.
Photo taken June 1970, The George Hotel, Chollerford
GNE Motor Services, Darlington, MHN800E, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1967 with Plaxton Panorama I C45F bodywork. Once a familiar sight in NE England but now just a memory.
Photo taken June 1970, The George Hotel, Chollerford
77. NAH661F
Primrose Valley Coaches of Filey NAH661F, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1967 with ECW B41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1978, Primrose Valley depot near Filey
Primrose Valley Coaches of Filey NAH661F, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1967 with ECW B41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1978, Primrose Valley depot near Filey
78. NAH661F
Eastern Counties received four Bedford VAM with ECW B41F bodywork in 1967. Given the rather apt designation SB661-664, NAH661F-NAH664F the first two were Bedford engined VAM5 with the latter two Leyland engined VAM14. The body was adapted from the MW design with amended windscreens to suit the front mounted engine and radiator.
Photo taken Aug 1973, Eastern Counties Depot/Bus Station, Great Yarmouth
Eastern Counties received four Bedford VAM with ECW B41F bodywork in 1967. Given the rather apt designation SB661-664, NAH661F-NAH664F the first two were Bedford engined VAM5 with the latter two Leyland engined VAM14. The body was adapted from the MW design with amended windscreens to suit the front mounted engine and radiator.
Photo taken Aug 1973, Eastern Counties Depot/Bus Station, Great Yarmouth
79. NAH661F
Primrose Valley, Filey NAH661F a 1967 Bedford VAM5/ECW B41F originally Eastern Counties SB661.
Photo taken Saturday 23 July 1983, Filey Bus Station
Primrose Valley, Filey NAH661F a 1967 Bedford VAM5/ECW B41F originally Eastern Counties SB661.
Photo taken Saturday 23 July 1983, Filey Bus Station
80. NAH661F
A rear view of Primrose Valley NAH661F a 1967 Bedford VAM5/ECW B41F, originally Eastern Counties SB661
Photo taken Saturday 23 July 1983, Balk End, Plough Inn
A rear view of Primrose Valley NAH661F a 1967 Bedford VAM5/ECW B41F, originally Eastern Counties SB661
Photo taken Saturday 23 July 1983, Balk End, Plough Inn
81. 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
82. NFM686E
Crosville MS CVT686, NFM686E, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1967 with Duple Northern Viscount C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1974, Old Station Yard, off Rectory Lane, Guisborough
Crosville MS CVT686, NFM686E, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1967 with Duple Northern Viscount C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1974, Old Station Yard, off Rectory Lane, Guisborough
83. NFM690E
Crosville MS CVT690, NFM690E, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1967 with Plaxton Panorama II C45F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1968, Chester Depot
Crosville MS CVT690, NFM690E, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1967 with Plaxton Panorama II C45F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1968, Chester Depot
84. OLM331E
OLM331E, an MCW Metropolitan C45F bodied Bedford VAM5 seen in Semley Place, Victoria as it prepares to enter Victoria Coach Station, had been new to Cook, Dunstable and was acquired by Thamesmead Motor Services, London S.E.9 in January 1973 from Reilley, Seaforth.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1973, Semley Place entrance, London Victoria Coach Station
OLM331E, an MCW Metropolitan C45F bodied Bedford VAM5 seen in Semley Place, Victoria as it prepares to enter Victoria Coach Station, had been new to Cook, Dunstable and was acquired by Thamesmead Motor Services, London S.E.9 in January 1973 from Reilley, Seaforth.
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1973, Semley Place entrance, London Victoria Coach Station
85. OVK755F
Tyne Valley, Acomb, OVK755F, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1967 with Plaxton Panorama II C45F bodywork, new to Moor Dale, Newcastle.
Photo taken August 1971, Old Station Yard, Guisborough
Tyne Valley, Acomb, OVK755F, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1967 with Plaxton Panorama II C45F bodywork, new to Moor Dale, Newcastle.
Photo taken August 1971, Old Station Yard, Guisborough
86. OWY878E
Bond Bros, Willington, 61 OWY878E, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1967 with Plaxton Panorama II C45F bodywork. This had been new to Wilson of Stainforth and was part of a group of coaches taking a break on a Sunday excursion.
Photo taken August 1974, College Square, Stokesley
Bond Bros, Willington, 61 OWY878E, a Bedford VAM5 built in 1967 with Plaxton Panorama II C45F bodywork. This had been new to Wilson of Stainforth and was part of a group of coaches taking a break on a Sunday excursion.
Photo taken August 1974, College Square, Stokesley
87. 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
88. 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
89. SWR541F
West Yorkshire Road Car SML2, SWR541F, Bedford VAM14 with ECW body new in 1967, one of a number of lightweight Bedfords bought by the THC prior to the advent of the Bristl LH.
Photo taken January 1972, Harrogate Bus Station
West Yorkshire Road Car SML2, SWR541F, Bedford VAM14 with ECW body new in 1967, one of a number of lightweight Bedfords bought by the THC prior to the advent of the Bristl LH.
Photo taken January 1972, Harrogate Bus Station
90. 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
91. 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
92. TRO201E
Marsh's Coaches, Wincanton, TRO201E, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1967 with Plaxton Panorama I C45F bodywork. This had been new to Don's Coaches of Bishops Stortford and was still looking pretty good sixteen years later.
Photo taken October 1983, Wincanton
Marsh's Coaches, Wincanton, TRO201E, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1967 with Plaxton Panorama I C45F bodywork. This had been new to Don's Coaches of Bishops Stortford and was still looking pretty good sixteen years later.
Photo taken October 1983, Wincanton
93. TUP189E
Summerson Brothers, West Auckland TUP189E was a Bedford VAM14 with a Plaxton Derwent II B48F body seen in Spennymoor.
Photo taken Thursday 1 August 1968, Spennymoor Bus Station
Summerson Brothers, West Auckland TUP189E was a Bedford VAM14 with a Plaxton Derwent II B48F body seen in Spennymoor.
Photo taken Thursday 1 August 1968, Spennymoor Bus Station
94. TUP189E
The Eden (Summerson), West Auckland, TUP189E, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1967 with Plaxton Derwent 2 B48F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1972, Depot, Staindrop Road, West Auckland
The Eden (Summerson), West Auckland, TUP189E, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1967 with Plaxton Derwent 2 B48F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1972, Depot, Staindrop Road, West Auckland
95. TUP30E
Armstrong, Ebchester TUP30E, new in 1967, was a Bedford VAM5 which had a Plaxton Derwent B48F body. It was seen in Stanley.
Photo taken Wednesday 30 July 1969, Scott Street Bus Park, Stanley
Armstrong, Ebchester TUP30E, new in 1967, was a Bedford VAM5 which had a Plaxton Derwent B48F body. It was seen in Stanley.
Photo taken Wednesday 30 July 1969, Scott Street Bus Park, Stanley
96. UPT400E
Select Coaches, Horden, UPT400E, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1967 with Plaxton Panorama C45F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1972, Redcar Racecourse
Select Coaches, Horden, UPT400E, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1967 with Plaxton Panorama C45F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1972, Redcar Racecourse
97. URO924F
Thamesmead Motor Services of Belvedere URO924F, a Bedford VAM with MCW bodywork, seen in the yard at Blackfen
Photo taken Blackfen
Thamesmead Motor Services of Belvedere URO924F, a Bedford VAM with MCW bodywork, seen in the yard at Blackfen
Photo taken Blackfen
98. UTU503E
Yates, Runcorn UTU503E, seen at Blackpool queuing for the judging in the Concours d’Elegance during the National Coach Rally, was a Bedford VAM5 with a Plaxton Panorama I C45F body.
Photo taken Sunday 2 April 1967, Lower Promenade, Blackpool
Yates, Runcorn UTU503E, seen at Blackpool queuing for the judging in the Concours d’Elegance during the National Coach Rally, was a Bedford VAM5 with a Plaxton Panorama I C45F body.
Photo taken Sunday 2 April 1967, Lower Promenade, Blackpool
99. AUP374F
Wolsey, Stockton-on-Tees, AUP374F, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1968 with Plaxton Panorama I C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1974, West Cliff, Whitby
Wolsey, Stockton-on-Tees, AUP374F, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1968 with Plaxton Panorama I C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1974, West Cliff, Whitby
100. BAR832F
Mid Wales Motorways BAR832F, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1968 with Plaxton Panorama I C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Newtown Garage
Mid Wales Motorways BAR832F, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1968 with Plaxton Panorama I C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Newtown Garage
101. 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
102. LFS254F
Eastern Scottish ZC254, LFS254F, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1968 with Duple Midland DP41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1970, Berwick Bus Station
Eastern Scottish ZC254, LFS254F, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1968 with Duple Midland DP41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1970, Berwick Bus Station
103. LFS261F
Eastern Scottish ZC261L, LFS261F, a Bedford VAM70 from 1968 with Duple Midland DP41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1970, Kelso Depot
Eastern Scottish ZC261L, LFS261F, a Bedford VAM70 from 1968 with Duple Midland DP41F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1970, Kelso Depot
104. LUN529F
Clun Valley Motors LUN529F, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1968 with Duple Northern Viscount C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Ludlow
Clun Valley Motors LUN529F, a Bedford VAM14 built in 1968 with Duple Northern Viscount C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Ludlow
105. MHL227F
Hebble 35, MHL227F, a Bedford VAM70 with Plaxton Panorama I C45F body seen at William Street Coach Park, Scarborough had been new to West Riding 27 in 1968.
Photo taken Thursday 3 August 1972, William Street Coach Park, Scarborough
Hebble 35, MHL227F, a Bedford VAM70 with Plaxton Panorama I C45F body seen at William Street Coach Park, Scarborough had been new to West Riding 27 in 1968.
Photo taken Thursday 3 August 1972, William Street Coach Park, Scarborough
106. MNT595F
Smith, Trench MNT595F was a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple Northern Viscount C45F body new to him in May 1968.
Photo taken early 1971
Smith, Trench MNT595F was a Bedford VAM5 with a Duple Northern Viscount C45F body new to him in May 1968.
Photo taken early 1971
107. MRU68F
Further Bedford VAM70 saloons arrived with Duple Midland B33D+25 bodies. A single bus 823, JRU459E, was followed by a batch of 10 numbered 3001-10 MRU64-73F and these were later renumbered 1505-1515, including this one, MRU68F.
Photo taken Monday 7 April 1975, Hants and Dorset Depot, Poole
Further Bedford VAM70 saloons arrived with Duple Midland B33D+25 bodies. A single bus 823, JRU459E, was followed by a batch of 10 numbered 3001-10 MRU64-73F and these were later renumbered 1505-1515, including this one, MRU68F.
Photo taken Monday 7 April 1975, Hants and Dorset Depot, Poole
108. MVY586F
York Pullman 86, MVY586F, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1968 with Plaxton Panorama II C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1976, Redcar Racecourse
York Pullman 86, MVY586F, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1968 with Plaxton Panorama II C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1976, Redcar Racecourse
109. NJR997F
Tor Coaches, Street, NJR997F Bedford VAM14 built in 1968 with Plaxton Panorama C45F bodywork.
Photo taken October 1983, Street, Somerset
Tor Coaches, Street, NJR997F Bedford VAM14 built in 1968 with Plaxton Panorama C45F bodywork.
Photo taken October 1983, Street, Somerset
110. 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
111. ODD176F
The driver of this Bedford VAM70 (Bedford 466 engine) with Plaxton Panorama body watches as the photographer lines up the his shot. The coach, ODD176F, was new to Grindle of Cinderford and is seen with Blue Coaches of Llandudno in 1992, some twenty five years after it was first registered in 1968.
Photo taken Friday 24 July 1992, Hay on Wye
The driver of this Bedford VAM70 (Bedford 466 engine) with Plaxton Panorama body watches as the photographer lines up the his shot. The coach, ODD176F, was new to Grindle of Cinderford and is seen with Blue Coaches of Llandudno in 1992, some twenty five years after it was first registered in 1968.
Photo taken Friday 24 July 1992, Hay on Wye
112. OVD889F
Pinnington, Crook, OVD889F, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1968 with Plaxton Panorama I C45F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1972, Redcar Racecourse
Pinnington, Crook, OVD889F, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1968 with Plaxton Panorama I C45F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1972, Redcar Racecourse
113. 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
114. XPT527F
Diamond Bus Service (J Mowbray, Stanley) XPT527F, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1968 with Plaxton Derwent II B48F bodywork.
Photo taken early 1970s, North Road, Durham
Diamond Bus Service (J Mowbray, Stanley) XPT527F, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1968 with Plaxton Derwent II B48F bodywork.
Photo taken early 1970s, North Road, Durham
115. DUP824G
Harrison's Cream Coaches, Wingate, DUP824G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1971, Old Station Yard off Rectory Lane, Guisborough
Harrison's Cream Coaches, Wingate, DUP824G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1971, Old Station Yard off Rectory Lane, Guisborough
116. EPT602G
General, Chester-le-Street, EPT602G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with a Duple badged but Willowbrook built B45F body. General never seemed to have a very consistent livery and this one didn't even cover the whole vehicle.
Photo taken May 1970, Chester-le-Street Bus Station
General, Chester-le-Street, EPT602G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with a Duple badged but Willowbrook built B45F body. General never seemed to have a very consistent livery and this one didn't even cover the whole vehicle.
Photo taken May 1970, Chester-le-Street Bus Station
117. EPT602G
General, Chester-le-Street EPT602G, a Bedford VAM70 with a Willowbrook B45F body, was seen leaving the bus station in Chester-le-Street.
Photo taken Wednesday 30 July 1969, Chester-le-Street Bus Station
General, Chester-le-Street EPT602G, a Bedford VAM70 with a Willowbrook B45F body, was seen leaving the bus station in Chester-le-Street.
Photo taken Wednesday 30 July 1969, Chester-le-Street Bus Station
118. EPT829G
Mowbray, Stanley was one of two operators using the name Diamond for a jointly operated service. His Willowbrook B45F bodied Bedford VAM70, EPT829G, which had been new in March is seen here at the Stanley end of the route.
Photo taken Wednesday 30 July 1969, Scott Street Bus Park, Stanley
Mowbray, Stanley was one of two operators using the name Diamond for a jointly operated service. His Willowbrook B45F bodied Bedford VAM70, EPT829G, which had been new in March is seen here at the Stanley end of the route.
Photo taken Wednesday 30 July 1969, Scott Street Bus Park, Stanley
119. GFT720G
Priory Motor Coach, North Shields, 99 GFT720G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1976, Rectory Lane, Guisborough
Priory Motor Coach, North Shields, 99 GFT720G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1976, Rectory Lane, Guisborough
120. 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
121. 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
122. 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
123. 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
124. PCJ300G
Yeomans, Canon Pyon 1, PCJ300G, was a Bedford VAM70 with a Willowbrook DP50F body, new in July 1969.
Photo taken Wednesday 4 August 1971, Hereford Bus Station
Yeomans, Canon Pyon 1, PCJ300G, was a Bedford VAM70 with a Willowbrook DP50F body, new in July 1969.
Photo taken Wednesday 4 August 1971, Hereford Bus Station
125. RFL770G
RFL770G the first of five Bedford VAM70s with Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F bodies new in February 1969 to Whippet, Hilton is seen outside the garage.
Photo taken Sunday 5 September 1971, Whippet's Garage, Hilton
RFL770G the first of five Bedford VAM70s with Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F bodies new in February 1969 to Whippet, Hilton is seen outside the garage.
Photo taken Sunday 5 September 1971, Whippet's Garage, Hilton
126. RNL428G
Armstrong, Westerhope 164, RNL428G, was a Bedford VAM70 with a Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F body seen in Newcastle.
Photo taken Wednesday 30 July 1969, Scotswood Road/Marlborough, Newcastle
Armstrong, Westerhope 164, RNL428G, was a Bedford VAM70 with a Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F body seen in Newcastle.
Photo taken Wednesday 30 July 1969, Scotswood Road/Marlborough, Newcastle
127. RNL435G
Galley, Newcastle upon Tyne, 26, RNL435G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F bodywork.
Photo taken April 1972, Guisborough
Galley, Newcastle upon Tyne, 26, RNL435G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F bodywork.
Photo taken April 1972, Guisborough
128. ROF400G
Don Smith of Murton, ROF400G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with MCW Metropolitan C45F bodywork. New to Cantello, Birmingham, this uncommon coach weighed in at 5tons 16cwt 3quarters.
Photo taken May 1972, Redcar Racecourse
Don Smith of Murton, ROF400G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with MCW Metropolitan C45F bodywork. New to Cantello, Birmingham, this uncommon coach weighed in at 5tons 16cwt 3quarters.
Photo taken May 1972, Redcar Racecourse
129. ROF500G
Don Smith of Murton operated this, ROF500G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with MCW Metropolitan C45F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1972, Redcar Racecourse
Don Smith of Murton operated this, ROF500G, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1969 with MCW Metropolitan C45F bodywork.
Photo taken May 1972, Redcar Racecourse
130. RTC410G
Bold, Melling RTC410G, a Bedford VAM70 with a Caetano Cascais C45F body new in April 1969, is seen on the lower promenade at Blackpool whilst competing in the National Coach Rally.
Photo taken Sunday 13 April 1969, Blackpool
Bold, Melling RTC410G, a Bedford VAM70 with a Caetano Cascais C45F body new in April 1969, is seen on the lower promenade at Blackpool whilst competing in the National Coach Rally.
Photo taken Sunday 13 April 1969, Blackpool
131. 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
132. 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
133. UHS678G
Southern, Newton Mearns UHS678G was a Bedford VAM70 with a Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F body which was photographed in Barrhead.
Photo taken Monday 3 August 1970, Barrhead
Southern, Newton Mearns UHS678G was a Bedford VAM70 with a Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F body which was photographed in Barrhead.
Photo taken Monday 3 August 1970, Barrhead
134. XPE220G
Thamesmead Motor Services XPE220G, a Bedford VAM with Caetano Bodywork, new in May 1969. This was one of the first Bedford VAMs with Caetano bodywork.
Thamesmead Motor Services XPE220G, a Bedford VAM with Caetano Bodywork, new in May 1969. This was one of the first Bedford VAMs with Caetano bodywork.
135. DWR726H
R Foster & Sons, Easington Colliery, operated DWR726H, a Caetano Cascais C45F bodied Bedford VAM built ca 1970, though acquired secondhand.
Photo taken June 1977, Redcar Racecourse
R Foster & Sons, Easington Colliery, operated DWR726H, a Caetano Cascais C45F bodied Bedford VAM built ca 1970, though acquired secondhand.
Photo taken June 1977, Redcar Racecourse
136. DYG783H
A rear view of DYG783H and XUT117J showing the different rear end treatment of the Caetano Cascais models from 1970 and 1971. DYG783H was a Bedford VAM70 new in May 1970 to Beecroft, Fewston whilst XUT117J was a Ford R192 new in March 1971 as Hargreaves, Morley 117.
Photo taken Saturday 12 May 1973
A rear view of DYG783H and XUT117J showing the different rear end treatment of the Caetano Cascais models from 1970 and 1971. DYG783H was a Bedford VAM70 new in May 1970 to Beecroft, Fewston whilst XUT117J was a Ford R192 new in March 1971 as Hargreaves, Morley 117.
Photo taken Saturday 12 May 1973
137. 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
138. EWR551H
Camping's of Brighton EWR551H, a Bedford VAM70 with Caeteno Cascais C45F body, new to Davenport's of Maltby in 1970. It appears to have acquired a 'Panorama' badge also somewhere along the way.
Photo taken Sunday 6 May 1973, Marine Parade, Brighton
Camping's of Brighton EWR551H, a Bedford VAM70 with Caeteno Cascais C45F body, new to Davenport's of Maltby in 1970. It appears to have acquired a 'Panorama' badge also somewhere along the way.
Photo taken Sunday 6 May 1973, Marine Parade, Brighton
139. GPT990H
General Omnibus 6, GPT990H, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Plaxton Derwent B45F bodywork.
Photo taken c.April 1971, Chester-le-Street Bus Station
General Omnibus 6, GPT990H, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Plaxton Derwent B45F bodywork.
Photo taken c.April 1971, Chester-le-Street Bus Station
140. GUP945H
Scarlet Band of West Cornforth 86, GUP945H, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Plaxton Derwent B48F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1972, Redcar Racecourse
Scarlet Band of West Cornforth 86, GUP945H, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Plaxton Derwent B48F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1972, Redcar Racecourse
141. KPT582J
United AS 1172 KPT528J, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F bodywork. Allocated 1172 by United but not carrying when photographed in Bishop Auckland was this former Shaw Bros vehicle, it weighed in at 6 tons 3 cwt 2 quarters.
Photo taken April 1975, Bishop Auckland Market Place
United AS 1172 KPT528J, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F bodywork. Allocated 1172 by United but not carrying when photographed in Bishop Auckland was this former Shaw Bros vehicle, it weighed in at 6 tons 3 cwt 2 quarters.
Photo taken April 1975, Bishop Auckland Market Place
142. KUP155J
Armstrong of Ebchester operated this Bedford VAM KUP155J, built in 1970 with Plaxton Derwent DP45F bodywork, newly delivered when photographed.
Photo taken August 1970, Co. Durham
Armstrong of Ebchester operated this Bedford VAM KUP155J, built in 1970 with Plaxton Derwent DP45F bodywork, newly delivered when photographed.
Photo taken August 1970, Co. Durham
143. KUP232J
Turner's Coaches, Coatham, KUP232J, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Willowbrook DP45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1982, Warrenby (near Coatham)
Turner's Coaches, Coatham, KUP232J, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Willowbrook DP45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1982, Warrenby (near Coatham)
144. LPT645J
General, Chester-le-Street, operated LPT645J, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Plaxton Derwent B45F bodywork, numbered 7 in the fleet.
Photo taken August 1972, Chester-le-Street Bus Station
General, Chester-le-Street, operated LPT645J, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Plaxton Derwent B45F bodywork, numbered 7 in the fleet.
Photo taken August 1972, Chester-le-Street Bus Station
145. 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
146. RAR689J
RAR689J was a Bedford VAM70 with Van Hool Vistadome C45F body new to All Seasons Travel Agency, London W.2 in February 1971 after being an Arlington demonstrator from November 1970 and is seen at Stratford-upon-Avon.
Photo taken Saturday 10 April 1971, Stratford-upon-Avon
RAR689J was a Bedford VAM70 with Van Hool Vistadome C45F body new to All Seasons Travel Agency, London W.2 in February 1971 after being an Arlington demonstrator from November 1970 and is seen at Stratford-upon-Avon.
Photo taken Saturday 10 April 1971, Stratford-upon-Avon
147. SDC27H
Gladwin Tours, Middlesbrough, 2, SDC27H, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1973, off West Lane, Middlesbrough
Gladwin Tours, Middlesbrough, 2, SDC27H, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F bodywork.
Photo taken March 1973, off West Lane, Middlesbrough
148. TPY924H
Saltburn MS 59, TPY924H, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Plaxton Derwent B48F bodywork.
Photo taken April 1972, Saltburn MS Saltburn Garage
Saltburn MS 59, TPY924H, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Plaxton Derwent B48F bodywork.
Photo taken April 1972, Saltburn MS Saltburn Garage
149. TPY924H
Cleveland Transit S353, TPY924H, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Plaxton Derwent II B48F bodywork.
Photo taken November 1974, Former Saltburn MS depot
Cleveland Transit S353, TPY924H, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1970 with Plaxton Derwent II B48F bodywork.
Photo taken November 1974, Former Saltburn MS depot
150. TTY335H
Wansbeck Motor Services, Ashington, Bedford VAM70 TTY335H, built in 1970 with Plaxton Derwent DP47F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1972, Ripon Racecourse
Wansbeck Motor Services, Ashington, Bedford VAM70 TTY335H, built in 1970 with Plaxton Derwent DP47F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1972, Ripon Racecourse
151. VRM100H
Wright Bros, Nenthead, VRM100H, a Bedford VAM70 built 1970 with Plaxton Derwent DP47F bodywork. Waiting in Newcastle before the run to Alston.
Photo taken April 1972, Marlborough Crescent Bus Station, Newcastle
Wright Bros, Nenthead, VRM100H, a Bedford VAM70 built 1970 with Plaxton Derwent DP47F bodywork. Waiting in Newcastle before the run to Alston.
Photo taken April 1972, Marlborough Crescent Bus Station, Newcastle
152. WTE296H
Cadman of Thorne WTE296H is a Bedford VAM with Plaxton Panorama C41F coachwork acquired from Bibby's of Ingleton and still featuring that operator's colours.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1981, Stevensons Depot, Spath
Cadman of Thorne WTE296H is a Bedford VAM with Plaxton Panorama C41F coachwork acquired from Bibby's of Ingleton and still featuring that operator's colours.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 1981, Stevensons Depot, Spath
153. KUP155J
Making its ownership pretty clear, KUP155J stands at the Burnhope terminus of the service from Stanley, formerly operated by Armstrong's of Ebchester. It was a Bedford VAM70 with Plaxton DP45F bodywork which had been new to Armstrong in 1971 and was acquired by Robert Fulton of Sacriston, along with the service, in 1974.
Photo taken 1974, Burnhope, War Memorial
Making its ownership pretty clear, KUP155J stands at the Burnhope terminus of the service from Stanley, formerly operated by Armstrong's of Ebchester. It was a Bedford VAM70 with Plaxton DP45F bodywork which had been new to Armstrong in 1971 and was acquired by Robert Fulton of Sacriston, along with the service, in 1974.
Photo taken 1974, Burnhope, War Memorial
154. VTY502J
R Armstrong, Westerhope, 169 VTY502J, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1971 with Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1974, Redcar Racecourse
R Armstrong, Westerhope, 169 VTY502J, a Bedford VAM70 built in 1971 with Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F bodywork.
Photo taken June 1974, Redcar Racecourse
155. WLT581G
Apart from a Bedford OB bought in 1960 and a VAL14 bought in 1967, 1974 was the only year in which Bedfords joined the Dearneways fleet. As well as those which came with the Fretwell business, four former Grey-Green five year old Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F bodied VAM70s were acquired (WLT581-4G). WLT581G, seen here entering Sheffield Central Bus Station on the evening of 27 June 1975, with the iconic Park Hill Flats in the background, stayed the longest, being withdrawn in 1979; the rest went in 1978.
Photo taken Friday 27 June 1975, Central Bus Station, Sheffield
Apart from a Bedford OB bought in 1960 and a VAL14 bought in 1967, 1974 was the only year in which Bedfords joined the Dearneways fleet. As well as those which came with the Fretwell business, four former Grey-Green five year old Plaxton Panorama Elite C45F bodied VAM70s were acquired (WLT581-4G). WLT581G, seen here entering Sheffield Central Bus Station on the evening of 27 June 1975, with the iconic Park Hill Flats in the background, stayed the longest, being withdrawn in 1979; the rest went in 1978.
Photo taken Friday 27 June 1975, Central Bus Station, Sheffield