SCT '61 Photo Index
Bristol
Bristol
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1. HY6504
2057, HY6504 seems, with a bit of research, to have been quite a significant vehicle as from what I can make out it was the first Bristol J, but I'm open to correction.
Photo taken Beach Road Bus Station, Weston-super-Mare
2057, HY6504 seems, with a bit of research, to have been quite a significant vehicle as from what I can make out it was the first Bristol J, but I'm open to correction.
Photo taken Beach Road Bus Station, Weston-super-Mare
2. HY8339
Say, Gloucester acquired HY8339 from Bristol Tramways in August 1956 and withdrew it in September 1958. It was a Bristol J new as a demonstrator in March 1933 with a Bristol B36R body. It was acquired by Bristol Tramways in June 1934 and numbered J122, being renumbered 2007 in 1937 when it received a Gardner 5LW engine.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Gloucester
Say, Gloucester acquired HY8339 from Bristol Tramways in August 1956 and withdrew it in September 1958. It was a Bristol J new as a demonstrator in March 1933 with a Bristol B36R body. It was acquired by Bristol Tramways in June 1934 and numbered J122, being renumbered 2007 in 1937 when it received a Gardner 5LW engine.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Gloucester
3. AHU803
AHU803 is preserved as Bristol Omnibus 2355 with B35R body, originally a Bristol J with C26F body, now preserved by the BVBG
Photo taken Sunday 13 January 2013, Chilcompton
AHU803 is preserved as Bristol Omnibus 2355 with B35R body, originally a Bristol J with C26F body, now preserved by the BVBG
Photo taken Sunday 13 January 2013, Chilcompton
4. BHW432
BHW432, a Bristol NW4B with Bristol 32 seat body, new to Bristol Tramways in 1935 and rebodied in 1949.
Photo taken Sunday 3 May 1998, Llandudno
BHW432, a Bristol NW4B with Bristol 32 seat body, new to Bristol Tramways in 1935 and rebodied in 1949.
Photo taken Sunday 3 May 1998, Llandudno
5. BHW432
Second shot of BHW432, a Bristol NW4B with Bristol 32 seat body, new to Bristol Tramways in 1935 and rebodied in 1949, in use as a fairground vehicle.
Photo taken Sunday 3 May 1998, Llandudno
Second shot of BHW432, a Bristol NW4B with Bristol 32 seat body, new to Bristol Tramways in 1935 and rebodied in 1949, in use as a fairground vehicle.
Photo taken Sunday 3 May 1998, Llandudno
6. CHU588
Dating from 1936 Bristol Tramways J222, CHU568, was a Bristol JJW originally with a Bristol B34D body. It was renumbered to 2043 in 1937 and rebodied in 1949 with a Bristol B35R body to Tilling Group specification and a PV2 radiator, as seen here in the garage in Gloucester, having been fitted with a Gardner 5LW engine to replace the Bristol JW one in 1937.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Gloucester Garage
Dating from 1936 Bristol Tramways J222, CHU568, was a Bristol JJW originally with a Bristol B34D body. It was renumbered to 2043 in 1937 and rebodied in 1949 with a Bristol B35R body to Tilling Group specification and a PV2 radiator, as seen here in the garage in Gloucester, having been fitted with a Gardner 5LW engine to replace the Bristol JW one in 1937.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Gloucester Garage
7. CHW51
Bath Services 2215, CHW51, was an ex Bristol Tramways 1936 Bristol JNW that was fitted with a Gardner 5LW engine in November 1938 making it effectively a JO5G. It was rebodied with a Bristol B33D in March 1950 and was transferred to Bath Tramways in April 1952.
Photo taken March 1956, Old Bridge, Bath
Bath Services 2215, CHW51, was an ex Bristol Tramways 1936 Bristol JNW that was fitted with a Gardner 5LW engine in November 1938 making it effectively a JO5G. It was rebodied with a Bristol B33D in March 1950 and was transferred to Bath Tramways in April 1952.
Photo taken March 1956, Old Bridge, Bath
8. CHW51
Seen at Say's Gloucester garage is CHW51, a Bristol JNW new as Bristol Tramways N86 in 1936 with a Bristol B34D body. Renumbered C628 in 1937, it was fitted with a 5LW engine in 1938 and renumbered C2701.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Gloucester
Seen at Say's Gloucester garage is CHW51, a Bristol JNW new as Bristol Tramways N86 in 1936 with a Bristol B34D body. Renumbered C628 in 1937, it was fitted with a 5LW engine in 1938 and renumbered C2701.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Gloucester
9. DKN46
Bristol GO5G DKN46 was ordered for and delivered to Maidstone & District in December 1936, but entered service with Chatham & District as no 355. Together with the rest of the batch the chassis were found to be unsuited for local service in Chatham and returned to Bristol, the bodies being transferred to new K5Gs which were apparently suited to Chatham.
Photo taken January 1956, Dorchester Street, Bath
Bristol GO5G DKN46 was ordered for and delivered to Maidstone & District in December 1936, but entered service with Chatham & District as no 355. Together with the rest of the batch the chassis were found to be unsuited for local service in Chatham and returned to Bristol, the bodies being transferred to new K5Gs which were apparently suited to Chatham.
Photo taken January 1956, Dorchester Street, Bath
10. EAE283
Bristol Tramways 3073, EAE283, was a Bristol GO5G new in 1937 with a BBW H28/26R body which in 8/44 was rebuilt by BBW and reseated to H30/26R.
Photo taken January 1956, Dorchester Street, Bath
Bristol Tramways 3073, EAE283, was a Bristol GO5G new in 1937 with a BBW H28/26R body which in 8/44 was rebuilt by BBW and reseated to H30/26R.
Photo taken January 1956, Dorchester Street, Bath
11. EHY569
C3107, EHY569, is a Bristol K new in 1938 - I haven’t completed the chassis designation since it no longer has an engine! New with a Bristol body I am sure this is a new body - most of the batch seem to have been rebodied and two (not this one) received unusual Welsh Metal Industries bodies.
C3107, EHY569, is a Bristol K new in 1938 - I haven’t completed the chassis designation since it no longer has an engine! New with a Bristol body I am sure this is a new body - most of the batch seem to have been rebodied and two (not this one) received unusual Welsh Metal Industries bodies.
12. FAE60
FAE60 is a 1938 Bristol L5G fully restored in 2015. It was new to Bristol who converted it to a lorry in 1952 and then to a tower wagon in 1956. It is now owned by Crosville Motors of Weston Super Mare.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 2015, Taunton
FAE60 is a 1938 Bristol L5G fully restored in 2015. It was new to Bristol who converted it to a lorry in 1952 and then to a tower wagon in 1956. It is now owned by Crosville Motors of Weston Super Mare.
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 2015, Taunton
13. FHT91
Bristol K5G FHT91 was new in 1938 to Bristol Tramways C3148 with a Bristol H28/28R body and was from a batch of thirty-nine which were used to replace trams on four routes in Bristol on 4th September 1938. It is seen at the garage of Say. Gloucester.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Gloucester
Bristol K5G FHT91 was new in 1938 to Bristol Tramways C3148 with a Bristol H28/28R body and was from a batch of thirty-nine which were used to replace trams on four routes in Bristol on 4th September 1938. It is seen at the garage of Say. Gloucester.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Gloucester
14. GL6612
Bristol 3614, GL6612, seen at Victoria Coach Station was a Bristol K5G which had been new in 1939 as Bath Tramways 3811 with a Bristol H30/26R body. In January 1952 it was rebuilt to permanent open top, painted in reverse livery and transferred to the Bristol country fleet.
Photo taken Wednesday 3 June 1959, London Victoria Coach Station
Bristol 3614, GL6612, seen at Victoria Coach Station was a Bristol K5G which had been new in 1939 as Bath Tramways 3811 with a Bristol H30/26R body. In January 1952 it was rebuilt to permanent open top, painted in reverse livery and transferred to the Bristol country fleet.
Photo taken Wednesday 3 June 1959, London Victoria Coach Station
15. GL6614
This photo is of Bristol 3615, GL6614, but having said that I’m not sure which particular fleet it’s part of, perhaps the coat-of-arms narrows it down. It’s a fine old lady of a Bristol K5G, new as Bath Electric Tramways 3813 in 1939, now working as on open-topper.
Photo taken Birkett Road/Birnbeck Road, Weston-super-Mare
This photo is of Bristol 3615, GL6614, but having said that I’m not sure which particular fleet it’s part of, perhaps the coat-of-arms narrows it down. It’s a fine old lady of a Bristol K5G, new as Bath Electric Tramways 3813 in 1939, now working as on open-topper.
Photo taken Birkett Road/Birnbeck Road, Weston-super-Mare
16. GL6624
GL6624, a Bristol L5G seen at Say's Gloucester garage was new in 1939 as Bath Tramways 2259 with a Bristol B32F body. After withdrawal in 1955 it passed to Say who ran it until September 1958 when it was broken up.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Gloucester
GL6624, a Bristol L5G seen at Say's Gloucester garage was new in 1939 as Bath Tramways 2259 with a Bristol B32F body. After withdrawal in 1955 it passed to Say who ran it until September 1958 when it was broken up.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Gloucester
17. GHT154
Bristol K 3336, GHT154, which was at one time also an open topper, has had is roof replaced and been restored to blue and white livery.
Photo taken Southsea rally
Bristol K 3336, GHT154, which was at one time also an open topper, has had is roof replaced and been restored to blue and white livery.
Photo taken Southsea rally
18. GHT154
Preserved 1940 Bristol Tramways K5G/BBW C3336, GHT154.
Photo taken Sunday 16 October 2011, Newport Quay
Preserved 1940 Bristol Tramways K5G/BBW C3336, GHT154.
Photo taken Sunday 16 October 2011, Newport Quay
19. GHT154
Rear view of preserved 1940 Bristol Tramways K5G/BBW C3336, GHT154.
Photo taken Sunday 16 October 2011, Newport Quay
Rear view of preserved 1940 Bristol Tramways K5G/BBW C3336, GHT154.
Photo taken Sunday 16 October 2011, Newport Quay
20. GHT127
Bristol K, 4583 GHT127, at a Southend rally in the earlier Bristol blue and white livery.
Photo taken Southchurch Park East, Southend
Bristol K, 4583 GHT127, at a Southend rally in the earlier Bristol blue and white livery.
Photo taken Southchurch Park East, Southend
21. GHT127
In summer 1998, Guide Friday was using veteran Bristol K 8583, GHT127, on its sightseeing tour at Bath.
Photo taken Summer 1998, Bath
In summer 1998, Guide Friday was using veteran Bristol K 8583, GHT127, on its sightseeing tour at Bath.
Photo taken Summer 1998, Bath
22. HAE12
Fok Lei, Macau, M-11-19, a Bristol L5G built in 1941 with Fok Lei B29D bodywork from 1975.
Photo taken July 1981, Macau
Fok Lei, Macau, M-11-19, a Bristol L5G built in 1941 with Fok Lei B29D bodywork from 1975.
Photo taken July 1981, Macau
23. HHT147
Bristol Tramways 3626, HHT147, had an unfrozen Bristol K5G chassis of the 57th sanction. It was bodied by Bristol Tramways themselves with this utility H56R body in their Body Building Works (BBW) and entered service in 1942.
Photo taken July 1954, North Parade, Bath
Bristol Tramways 3626, HHT147, had an unfrozen Bristol K5G chassis of the 57th sanction. It was bodied by Bristol Tramways themselves with this utility H56R body in their Body Building Works (BBW) and entered service in 1942.
Photo taken July 1954, North Parade, Bath
24. JHT114
Bristol 3833, JHT114, Was a W3 sanction Bristol K6A which entered service with a Duple relaxed utility specification H30/26R body in 1946. In September 1955 (as seen here at Parade Gardens, Bath six months later) it was rebodied with the 11/48 ECW H30/26R body which was previously fitted to 3828 (the former ex Chatham & District 1936 GO5G DKN45).
Photo taken March 1956, Parade Gardens, Bath
Bristol 3833, JHT114, Was a W3 sanction Bristol K6A which entered service with a Duple relaxed utility specification H30/26R body in 1946. In September 1955 (as seen here at Parade Gardens, Bath six months later) it was rebodied with the 11/48 ECW H30/26R body which was previously fitted to 3828 (the former ex Chatham & District 1936 GO5G DKN45).
Photo taken March 1956, Parade Gardens, Bath
25. JHT802
Preserved Bristol C3386, JHT802, a Bristol K5G new in 1946. In the mid 1950s the original body was removed due to rot in the wooden frame, the chassis refurbished and fitted with an AEC 7.7 litre 6-cylinder diesel engine and fitted with a 1949 double deck body taken from another bus. In this form she operated Bristol City Services until the mid 1960s.
Photo taken Sunday 12 August 2012, Baldwin Street, Bristol
Preserved Bristol C3386, JHT802, a Bristol K5G new in 1946. In the mid 1950s the original body was removed due to rot in the wooden frame, the chassis refurbished and fitted with an AEC 7.7 litre 6-cylinder diesel engine and fitted with a 1949 double deck body taken from another bus. In this form she operated Bristol City Services until the mid 1960s.
Photo taken Sunday 12 August 2012, Baldwin Street, Bristol
26. JHT863
Fok Lei, Macau, M-10-52 Bristol L5G built in 1947 with Auto Union Body Builders B33D bodywork from 1975. Originally registered JHT863 and new as Bristol C2728.
Photo taken July 1981, Macau
Fok Lei, Macau, M-10-52 Bristol L5G built in 1947 with Auto Union Body Builders B33D bodywork from 1975. Originally registered JHT863 and new as Bristol C2728.
Photo taken July 1981, Macau
27. KHU601
Thames Valley 437, KHU601, a Bristol K6B with ECW L55R body, new to Bristol O.C. in 1947 as their L4104 and one of eight purchased by Thames Valley in 1959 to cover a shortage of double deckers (plus more the following year, 8 from United Counties and 4 from Hants & Dorset).
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
Thames Valley 437, KHU601, a Bristol K6B with ECW L55R body, new to Bristol O.C. in 1947 as their L4104 and one of eight purchased by Thames Valley in 1959 to cover a shortage of double deckers (plus more the following year, 8 from United Counties and 4 from Hants & Dorset).
Photo taken Saturday 21 July 1962, Ascot
28. KHU604
KHU604 seen outside Reading Station was a Bristol K6B with an Eastern Coachworks L27/26R body and was Thames Valley 455.
Photo taken Saturday 31 August 1963, Reading Stations
KHU604 seen outside Reading Station was a Bristol K6B with an Eastern Coachworks L27/26R body and was Thames Valley 455.
Photo taken Saturday 31 August 1963, Reading Stations
29. KHU605
Bath Services Bristol K6A/ECW L27/28R L3904, KHU605, was photographed by Jim Whiteway in January 1956 at Parade Gardens, Bath.
Photo taken January 1956, Parade Gardens, Bath
Bath Services Bristol K6A/ECW L27/28R L3904, KHU605, was photographed by Jim Whiteway in January 1956 at Parade Gardens, Bath.
Photo taken January 1956, Parade Gardens, Bath
30. KHU617
Bath Services Bristol K6A/ECW H30/26R 3836, KHU617, is seen here at Oldfield Park in December 1955.
Photo taken December 1955, Oldfield Park, Bath
Bath Services Bristol K6A/ECW H30/26R 3836, KHU617, is seen here at Oldfield Park in December 1955.
Photo taken December 1955, Oldfield Park, Bath
31. KHU621
Bristol Tramways L4100, KHU621, was a Bristol K6A with E.C.W. L27/28R body new in 1947. It was withdrawn in 1959 and later ran for Costain, the Stockton contractor until December 1960.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham
Bristol Tramways L4100, KHU621, was a Bristol K6A with E.C.W. L27/28R body new in 1947. It was withdrawn in 1959 and later ran for Costain, the Stockton contractor until December 1960.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham
32. KHU623
Wakes of Sparkford KHU623, former Bristol K5G L4102, new in 1947, fitted with an AEC engine in 1951. Bought by Wakes in 1960 with whom it lasted until late 1965/early 1966.
Photo taken Central Road, Yeovil
Wakes of Sparkford KHU623, former Bristol K5G L4102, new in 1947, fitted with an AEC engine in 1951. Bought by Wakes in 1960 with whom it lasted until late 1965/early 1966.
Photo taken Central Road, Yeovil
33. KHU623
Wake, Sparkford KHU623, seen on the low ramp at their garage, was a Bristol K5G with an Eastern Coachworks L27/28R body which had been new in September 1947 as Bristol Tramways L4102.
Photo taken Sunday 28 April 1963, Wake's Sparkford Garage
Wake, Sparkford KHU623, seen on the low ramp at their garage, was a Bristol K5G with an Eastern Coachworks L27/28R body which had been new in September 1947 as Bristol Tramways L4102.
Photo taken Sunday 28 April 1963, Wake's Sparkford Garage
34. KHU624
Something different - does anyone need a gift-wrap service for their pride and joy? Here is former Bristol Tramways 1947 K (originally 5G re-engined as 6B in 1953)/ECW L55R L4103, KHU624.
Something different - does anyone need a gift-wrap service for their pride and joy? Here is former Bristol Tramways 1947 K (originally 5G re-engined as 6B in 1953)/ECW L55R L4103, KHU624.
35. KHW622
Samuel Ledgard KHW622, was a Leyland PD1A with an unusual Bristol Brislington H30/26R body of 1947. It was former Bristol Omnibus C4011 until purchased by Ledgard in 1961.
Photo taken 1966, Nelson Street, Otley
Samuel Ledgard KHW622, was a Leyland PD1A with an unusual Bristol Brislington H30/26R body of 1947. It was former Bristol Omnibus C4011 until purchased by Ledgard in 1961.
Photo taken 1966, Nelson Street, Otley
36. KHW630
Out together for the first time since they left the Bristol Omnibus fleet in 1962, two of the 50 Leyland Titan PD1As bought in 1947/8 by Bristol Tramways (as it was then), part of a batch of 150 supplied to the Tilling Group in order to augment Bristol chassis supplies.
Photo taken Sunday 28 July 2024, Brislington Park & Ride
Out together for the first time since they left the Bristol Omnibus fleet in 1962, two of the 50 Leyland Titan PD1As bought in 1947/8 by Bristol Tramways (as it was then), part of a batch of 150 supplied to the Tilling Group in order to augment Bristol chassis supplies.
Photo taken Sunday 28 July 2024, Brislington Park & Ride
37. KHW630
KHW630 is a 1948 Leyland Titan PD1A with Eastern Coachworks H30/26R body part of the Mike Walker collection.
Photo taken Sunday 2 June 2024, Taunton
KHW630 is a 1948 Leyland Titan PD1A with Eastern Coachworks H30/26R body part of the Mike Walker collection.
Photo taken Sunday 2 June 2024, Taunton
38. KHY383
Bristol Tramways 2382, KHY383, a Bristol L6B with ECW DP31R body new in 1948 which was repainted into bus livery in 1953.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Gloucester Garage
Bristol Tramways 2382, KHY383, a Bristol L6B with ECW DP31R body new in 1948 which was repainted into bus livery in 1953.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Gloucester Garage
39. KHY383
Preserved Bristol Tramways 2382, KHY383, a Bristol L6B with EC.W. DP31R body new in 1948.
Photo taken Sunday 11 August 2013, Brislington Park & Ride
Preserved Bristol Tramways 2382, KHY383, a Bristol L6B with EC.W. DP31R body new in 1948.
Photo taken Sunday 11 August 2013, Brislington Park & Ride
40. KHY383
KHY383 is a Bristol L6B, new to Bristol Tramways & Carriage in 1948, numbered 2382, with an ECW DP31R body. It was converted to B35R in April 1954 and in November 1958 was rebodied with the 1950 Bristol (BBW) B35R body off Bristol JO6A 2205.
Photo taken 1970s?
KHY383 is a Bristol L6B, new to Bristol Tramways & Carriage in 1948, numbered 2382, with an ECW DP31R body. It was converted to B35R in April 1954 and in November 1958 was rebodied with the 1950 Bristol (BBW) B35R body off Bristol JO6A 2205.
Photo taken 1970s?
41. KHY383
KHY383 is a Bristol L6B with a B35R body, new in 1948 to Bristol Tramways & Carriage Company Limited, Bristol (2382).
Photo taken Sunday 11 July 2021, Stroud College
KHY383 is a Bristol L6B with a B35R body, new in 1948 to Bristol Tramways & Carriage Company Limited, Bristol (2382).
Photo taken Sunday 11 July 2021, Stroud College
42. KHY385
New in 1948, KHY385 was Bristol Tramways & Carriage Company 3699, a Bristol K5G with E.C.W. H30/26R body seen at Cheltenham District's garage.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Cheltenham Garage
New in 1948, KHY385 was Bristol Tramways & Carriage Company 3699, a Bristol K5G with E.C.W. H30/26R body seen at Cheltenham District's garage.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Cheltenham Garage
43. KHY395
Samuel Ledgard KHY395, a Leyland PD1A with ECW H30/26R body, new in 1948, ex Bristol in 1961.
Photo taken Saturday 12 August 1967, Otley
Samuel Ledgard KHY395, a Leyland PD1A with ECW H30/26R body, new in 1948, ex Bristol in 1961.
Photo taken Saturday 12 August 1967, Otley
44. KHY395
Samuel Ledgard KHY395, was an ex-Bristol Omnibus Leyland PD1A with an ECW H30/26R body, new in 1948.
Photo taken circa 1966, Otley Road/Shaw Lane, Leeds
Samuel Ledgard KHY395, was an ex-Bristol Omnibus Leyland PD1A with an ECW H30/26R body, new in 1948.
Photo taken circa 1966, Otley Road/Shaw Lane, Leeds
45. KHY395
Samuel Ledgard KHY395 and LAE12, Leyland PD1's with E.C.W. H30/26R bodies, new in 1948 to Bristol Tramways (C4026 and C4043), and acquired by Ledgard in 1961.
Photo taken October 1967, Ledgard's Otley depot
Samuel Ledgard KHY395 and LAE12, Leyland PD1's with E.C.W. H30/26R bodies, new in 1948 to Bristol Tramways (C4026 and C4043), and acquired by Ledgard in 1961.
Photo taken October 1967, Ledgard's Otley depot
46. LAE12
Ledgard LAE12 was an ECW-bodied Leyland PD1A, former Bristol Omnibus C4043 from 1948 until 1960.
Photo taken late 1967, Ledgard Otley Depot
Ledgard LAE12 was an ECW-bodied Leyland PD1A, former Bristol Omnibus C4043 from 1948 until 1960.
Photo taken late 1967, Ledgard Otley Depot
47. LAE12
Seen behind Otley Garage is LAE12 which was a Leyland PD1 with an Eastern Coachworks H30/26R body acquired by Ledgard, Armley from Bristol Omnibus Co. C4043 in 1961.
Photo taken Saturday 7 October 1967, Otley Garage
Seen behind Otley Garage is LAE12 which was a Leyland PD1 with an Eastern Coachworks H30/26R body acquired by Ledgard, Armley from Bristol Omnibus Co. C4043 in 1961.
Photo taken Saturday 7 October 1967, Otley Garage
48. LAE13
Out together for the first time since they left the Bristol Omnibus fleet in 1962, two of the 50 Leyland Titan PD1As bought in 1947/8 by Bristol Tramways (as it was then), part of a batch of 150 supplied to the Tilling Group in order to augment Bristol chassis supplies.
Photo taken Sunday 28 July 2024, Brislington Park & Ride
Out together for the first time since they left the Bristol Omnibus fleet in 1962, two of the 50 Leyland Titan PD1As bought in 1947/8 by Bristol Tramways (as it was then), part of a batch of 150 supplied to the Tilling Group in order to augment Bristol chassis supplies.
Photo taken Sunday 28 July 2024, Brislington Park & Ride
49. LAE13
LAE13 is a Leyland Titan PD1 with Eastern Coach Works bodywork and part of the BVBG collection. Built in 1948, C4044 worked from Eastville depot, Bristol for most of its life with Bristol Tramways and its successor Bristol Omnibus Co. Ltd.
Photo taken Sunday 26 October 2014, Brislington
LAE13 is a Leyland Titan PD1 with Eastern Coach Works bodywork and part of the BVBG collection. Built in 1948, C4044 worked from Eastville depot, Bristol for most of its life with Bristol Tramways and its successor Bristol Omnibus Co. Ltd.
Photo taken Sunday 26 October 2014, Brislington
50. LAE13
Preserved former Bristol Leyland PD1/ECW LAE13, C4044, taking part in the Running day to commemorate the fortieth anniversary, October 14th 2007, of the end of the Samuel Ledgard bus company. I could not resist posing with the vehicle, as we had its twin LAE12 at Otley depot throughout its career with Ledgard.
Photo taken Sunday 14 October 2007, adjacent to the bus station, Crossgate, Otley
Preserved former Bristol Leyland PD1/ECW LAE13, C4044, taking part in the Running day to commemorate the fortieth anniversary, October 14th 2007, of the end of the Samuel Ledgard bus company. I could not resist posing with the vehicle, as we had its twin LAE12 at Otley depot throughout its career with Ledgard.
Photo taken Sunday 14 October 2007, adjacent to the bus station, Crossgate, Otley
51. LHT903
New as Bristol 2385 in June 1948, LHT903 was a Bristol L6B with an Eastern Coachworks DP31R body.
Photo taken Monday 17 June 1963, Dodds' Garage, Troon
New as Bristol 2385 in June 1948, LHT903 was a Bristol L6B with an Eastern Coachworks DP31R body.
Photo taken Monday 17 June 1963, Dodds' Garage, Troon
52. LHT903
Ex-Bristol Omnibus Co 1948 Bristol L with 1951 Bristol body, LHT903, photographed shortly after withdrawal by Dodds of Troon, where it had just been replaced by an ex-North Western Leyland Tiger Cub.
Photo taken Sunday 23 June 1968, Dodds' Depot, Troon
Ex-Bristol Omnibus Co 1948 Bristol L with 1951 Bristol body, LHT903, photographed shortly after withdrawal by Dodds of Troon, where it had just been replaced by an ex-North Western Leyland Tiger Cub.
Photo taken Sunday 23 June 1968, Dodds' Depot, Troon
53. LHT905
Seen in the garage at Gloucester is 2383, LHT905, which was a Bristol L6B with E.C.W. DP31R body new to Bristol Tramways in 1948. It was repainted in bus livery in 1953 being reseated to B35R in 1954. Later in 1958 it was fitted with a 1950 B.B.W. B35R body from 2068 (EHT102), a Bristol JO5G dating from 1937.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Gloucester Garage
Seen in the garage at Gloucester is 2383, LHT905, which was a Bristol L6B with E.C.W. DP31R body new to Bristol Tramways in 1948. It was repainted in bus livery in 1953 being reseated to B35R in 1954. Later in 1958 it was fitted with a 1950 B.B.W. B35R body from 2068 (EHT102), a Bristol JO5G dating from 1937.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Gloucester Garage
54. LHT906
Bath Tramways 2267, LHT906, was a 1948 L6B/ECW B35R and was photographed by Roger's friend Jim Whiteway at Hadley Gardens, Bath in January 1956.
Photo taken January 1956, Hadley Gardens, Bath
Bath Tramways 2267, LHT906, was a 1948 L6B/ECW B35R and was photographed by Roger's friend Jim Whiteway at Hadley Gardens, Bath in January 1956.
Photo taken January 1956, Hadley Gardens, Bath
55. LHT911
ECW-bodied Bristol L5G LHT911, Bristol Tramways no.2388, in preservation. It was new in 1948 and withdrawn in 1963.
Photo taken 1978, Traction Engine Rally, possibly Fairford
ECW-bodied Bristol L5G LHT911, Bristol Tramways no.2388, in preservation. It was new in 1948 and withdrawn in 1963.
Photo taken 1978, Traction Engine Rally, possibly Fairford
56. LHU520
Samuel Ledgard LHU520, was ex-Bristol Omnibus C3411, a Bristol K5G with ECW H30/26R body of 1948. It was the only Bristol in the Ledgard fleet with a Gardner 5LW engine so was not popular with drivers on their many hilly routes.
Photo taken Sunday 14 June 1964, Samuel Ledgard Armley Depot, Leeds
Samuel Ledgard LHU520, was ex-Bristol Omnibus C3411, a Bristol K5G with ECW H30/26R body of 1948. It was the only Bristol in the Ledgard fleet with a Gardner 5LW engine so was not popular with drivers on their many hilly routes.
Photo taken Sunday 14 June 1964, Samuel Ledgard Armley Depot, Leeds
57. LHU986
Unusual front ventilators on this 1948 Bath Services Bristol K6B/ECW H31/28R 3842 LHU986. Was it a one-off? It eventually finished up with Margo, Croydon in February 1966.
Photo taken January 1956, Englishcombe Lane, Bath
Unusual front ventilators on this 1948 Bath Services Bristol K6B/ECW H31/28R 3842 LHU986. Was it a one-off? It eventually finished up with Margo, Croydon in February 1966.
Photo taken January 1956, Englishcombe Lane, Bath
58. LHY949
The prototype Bristol Lodekka LHY949 under trial with Westcliff.
Photo taken 1951, Victoria Circus, Southend
The prototype Bristol Lodekka LHY949 under trial with Westcliff.
Photo taken 1951, Victoria Circus, Southend
59. LHY966
LHY966 is a October 1949 Bristol L5G with ECW B35RD bodywork, of Bath Tramways. Fleet number is 2292, but the fleet name seems to have been removed from what I can see.
Photo taken late 50s/early 60s, Bath Bus Station, Manvers Street
LHY966 is a October 1949 Bristol L5G with ECW B35RD bodywork, of Bath Tramways. Fleet number is 2292, but the fleet name seems to have been removed from what I can see.
Photo taken late 50s/early 60s, Bath Bus Station, Manvers Street
60. LHY976
LHY976 is a Bristol L5G with ECW dual door 33 seat body, new to Bristol Tramways & Carriage company in 1949, the only company who had dual doorway bodies on post-war standard ECW Bristol L types for Bristol City services.
Photo taken Saturday 21 September 2024, Kingsbridge
LHY976 is a Bristol L5G with ECW dual door 33 seat body, new to Bristol Tramways & Carriage company in 1949, the only company who had dual doorway bodies on post-war standard ECW Bristol L types for Bristol City services.
Photo taken Saturday 21 September 2024, Kingsbridge
61. 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
62. 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
63. MHU50
Whiteway of Waunfawr MHU50 was the former Bristol Tramways Bedford OB 228 with Duple B30F body which served Whiteway from 1957 to 1973.
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.
Photo taken 1974, Waunfawr
64. KUO963
Here's a picture for bus and lorry enthusiasts taken at the start of what is going to be a minimum of 2 years full restoration for KUO963 - a Bristol K6B with ECW L27/28R body new to Western National in 1950 but almost immediately transferred to Bristol as their L4134.
Photo taken Wednesday 18 December 2019, private site near Coventry
Here's a picture for bus and lorry enthusiasts taken at the start of what is going to be a minimum of 2 years full restoration for KUO963 - a Bristol K6B with ECW L27/28R body new to Western National in 1950 but almost immediately transferred to Bristol as their L4134.
Photo taken Wednesday 18 December 2019, private site near Coventry
65. KUO963
The previous picture of KUO963, a Bristol K6B with ECW L27/28R body, showed it arriving at Roger Burdett's site, and now we can show it leaving having been fully restored by Roger's team for their customer, including a lot of wood and metal work you cannot see but which the team have shown me over the 4 years of restoration.
Photo taken Sunday 14 July 2024, private site near Coventry
The previous picture of KUO963, a Bristol K6B with ECW L27/28R body, showed it arriving at Roger Burdett's site, and now we can show it leaving having been fully restored by Roger's team for their customer, including a lot of wood and metal work you cannot see but which the team have shown me over the 4 years of restoration.
Photo taken Sunday 14 July 2024, private site near Coventry
66. LHY937
Bristol Omnibus 3774, LHY937, a 1950 Bristol K6B with ECW highbridge bodywork. In 1954 the bus was transferred to Gloucester City services as G1541.
Photo taken Sunday 3 August 2008, Harrogate
Bristol Omnibus 3774, LHY937, a 1950 Bristol K6B with ECW highbridge bodywork. In 1954 the bus was transferred to Gloucester City services as G1541.
Photo taken Sunday 3 August 2008, Harrogate
67. 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
68. 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
69. MHW999
Fok Lei, Macau, L130 M-14-18, a Bristol L5G built in 1950 with Sun Cheong or Fok Lei B33D bodywork from 1975? Formerly registered MHW999, this had been new as Bristol 2464 with ECW bodywork.
Photo taken July 1981, Macau
Fok Lei, Macau, L130 M-14-18, a Bristol L5G built in 1950 with Sun Cheong or Fok Lei B33D bodywork from 1975? Formerly registered MHW999, this had been new as Bristol 2464 with ECW bodywork.
Photo taken July 1981, Macau
70. NAE17
Shaw Brothers of Byers Green, NAE17, was one the ex-Bristol Omnibus, Bristol KS6Bs with highbridge ECW bodies of 1950, bought by various NE independents in the 1960s.
Photo taken 1968, Spennymoor Bus Station
Shaw Brothers of Byers Green, NAE17, was one the ex-Bristol Omnibus, Bristol KS6Bs with highbridge ECW bodies of 1950, bought by various NE independents in the 1960s.
Photo taken 1968, Spennymoor Bus Station
71. NAE17
Shaw Bros., Byers Green NAE17, a Bristol KS6B with E.C.W. H32/28R body, new to Bristol Tramways (C3462) in 1950.
Photo taken July 1969
Shaw Bros., Byers Green NAE17, a Bristol KS6B with E.C.W. H32/28R body, new to Bristol Tramways (C3462) in 1950.
Photo taken July 1969
72. NAE2
MacGregor (Hedingham & District), Sible Hedingham L33, NAE2, a Bristol L6B with an Eastern Coachworks FC31F body, had been acquired in October 1962 from Bristol Omnibus Company, in whose fleet it had been number 2051.
Photo taken Sunday 31 October 1965, Garage, Wethersfield Road, Sible Hedingham
MacGregor (Hedingham & District), Sible Hedingham L33, NAE2, a Bristol L6B with an Eastern Coachworks FC31F body, had been acquired in October 1962 from Bristol Omnibus Company, in whose fleet it had been number 2051.
Photo taken Sunday 31 October 1965, Garage, Wethersfield Road, Sible Hedingham
73. NAE3
Preserved Bristol 2467, NAE3, a Bristol L6B with ECW C31F body new in 1950. It lasted with Bristol until 1963.
Photo taken Sunday 12 August 2012, Brislington
Preserved Bristol 2467, NAE3, a Bristol L6B with ECW C31F body new in 1950. It lasted with Bristol until 1963.
Photo taken Sunday 12 August 2012, Brislington
74. NAE38
Martindale of Ferryhill, Co. Durham NAE38, a Bristol K6B of 1950 with Eastern Coach Works bodywork.
Photo taken May 1970, Martindale's Garage off Durham Road, Ferryhill
Martindale of Ferryhill, Co. Durham NAE38, a Bristol K6B of 1950 with Eastern Coach Works bodywork.
Photo taken May 1970, Martindale's Garage off Durham Road, Ferryhill
75. NAE45
Tetley Tea Co., Eaglescliffe Industrial Estate, NAE45, a Bristol KS6B built in 1950 with ECW H32/28R bodywork.
Photo taken October 1969, High Street, Yarm
Tetley Tea Co., Eaglescliffe Industrial Estate, NAE45, a Bristol KS6B built in 1950 with ECW H32/28R bodywork.
Photo taken October 1969, High Street, Yarm
76. NHU2
Preserved former Bristol Tramways 2800, NHU2, Bristol LSX4G/ECW B42D, new in December 1950, the first experimental Bristol LS.
Photo taken Sunday 18 September 2005, Duxford
Preserved former Bristol Tramways 2800, NHU2, Bristol LSX4G/ECW B42D, new in December 1950, the first experimental Bristol LS.
Photo taken Sunday 18 September 2005, Duxford
77. NHU2
In view of the recent picture of Bristol Omnibus 2800, NHU2, fully restored to original condition, I thought perhaps a view of it in its unrestored state would show the amount of work involved.
Photo taken Aug 1984, Mill off Bradford Road, Batley Carr, West Yorkshire
In view of the recent picture of Bristol Omnibus 2800, NHU2, fully restored to original condition, I thought perhaps a view of it in its unrestored state would show the amount of work involved.
Photo taken Aug 1984, Mill off Bradford Road, Batley Carr, West Yorkshire
78. NAE17
Shaw Bros, Byers Green, NAE17, a Bristol KS6B built in 1951 with ECW H32/28R bodywork. This had been new as Bristol Omnibus 3462 and was smartly turned out when taken at the depot.
Photo taken May 1970, Byers Green Depot
Shaw Bros, Byers Green, NAE17, a Bristol KS6B built in 1951 with ECW H32/28R bodywork. This had been new as Bristol Omnibus 3462 and was smartly turned out when taken at the depot.
Photo taken May 1970, Byers Green Depot
79. NAE48
This is the final image in Roger's collection that is marked as being taken at the Old Bridge, Bath. Bath Tramways 8016, NAE48, was a 1951 Bristol KS6B with an 8 foot wide ECW H32/28R body.
Photo taken December 1955, Old Bridge, Bath
This is the final image in Roger's collection that is marked as being taken at the Old Bridge, Bath. Bath Tramways 8016, NAE48, was a 1951 Bristol KS6B with an 8 foot wide ECW H32/28R body.
Photo taken December 1955, Old Bridge, Bath
81. NAE58
Bristol Tramways 8026, NAE58, a Bristol KSW6B with E.C.W. H32/28R body new in 1951.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham
Bristol Tramways 8026, NAE58, a Bristol KSW6B with E.C.W. H32/28R body new in 1951.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham
82. NAE61
Bristol Tramways 1801, NAE61, a Bristol KSW6B with E.C.W. H32/28R body new in 1951.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, London Road, Gloucester
Bristol Tramways 1801, NAE61, a Bristol KSW6B with E.C.W. H32/28R body new in 1951.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, London Road, Gloucester
83. NHY947
Bristol Greyhound coach 2067, NHY947, a Bristol LWL with ECW FC35F body, new in 1951, seen at Victoria Coach Station waiting to return to Bath.
Photo taken Tuesday 11 August 1964, London Victoria Coach Station
Bristol Greyhound coach 2067, NHY947, a Bristol LWL with ECW FC35F body, new in 1951, seen at Victoria Coach Station waiting to return to Bath.
Photo taken Tuesday 11 August 1964, London Victoria Coach Station
84. NHY947
NHY947 is part of Mike Walker's collection and is preserved as original Bristol Greyhound 2815. In service with Bristol Tramways & Carriage Company Limited in 1951 it is a Bristol LWL6B with ECW FC35F body.
Photo taken Sunday 17 April 2022, Wythall Transport Museum
NHY947 is part of Mike Walker's collection and is preserved as original Bristol Greyhound 2815. In service with Bristol Tramways & Carriage Company Limited in 1951 it is a Bristol LWL6B with ECW FC35F body.
Photo taken Sunday 17 April 2022, Wythall Transport Museum
85. NHY952
Bath Tramways 8030 NHY952 was a Bristol KSW6B/ECW H32/28R new in 1951.
Photo taken December 1955, Oldfield Park, Bath
Bath Tramways 8030 NHY952 was a Bristol KSW6B/ECW H32/28R new in 1951.
Photo taken December 1955, Oldfield Park, Bath
86. OHY939
Preserved 1951 Bristol lowbridge KSW6B L8089, OHY938
Photo taken Sunday 10 August 2008, turning from Baldwin Street onto Bristol Bridge, Bristol
Preserved 1951 Bristol lowbridge KSW6B L8089, OHY938
Photo taken Sunday 10 August 2008, turning from Baldwin Street onto Bristol Bridge, Bristol
87. NHY984
Scarlet Band of West Cornforth NHY984, a Bristol KSW6B with E.C.W. H32/28R body, new to Bristol Tramways (C8062) in 1952.
Photo taken July 1969, Scarlet Band's garage, West Cornforth
Scarlet Band of West Cornforth NHY984, a Bristol KSW6B with E.C.W. H32/28R body, new to Bristol Tramways (C8062) in 1952.
Photo taken July 1969, Scarlet Band's garage, West Cornforth
88. OHY941
Seen in Cheltenham was Bristol Tramways 8078, OHY941, a Bristol KSW6B with E.C.W. H32/28RD body new in 1952.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham
Seen in Cheltenham was Bristol Tramways 8078, OHY941, a Bristol KSW6B with E.C.W. H32/28RD body new in 1952.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Royal Well Bus Station, Cheltenham
89. OHY995
Northern Ideal Homes of Barnsley used OHY995 for staff transport at their housing developments, former Bristol Tramways 2075, a Bristol LWL6B with ECW C37F body.
Photo taken 1965, Templegate, Whitkirk, Leeds
Northern Ideal Homes of Barnsley used OHY995 for staff transport at their housing developments, former Bristol Tramways 2075, a Bristol LWL6B with ECW C37F body.
Photo taken 1965, Templegate, Whitkirk, Leeds
90. OHY942
Yuill, Hartlepool based contractor, OHY942 (B7), a Bristol KSW6 of 1953 with Eastern Coach Works H32/28R bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Cypress Road building site, Marton, Middlesbrough
Yuill, Hartlepool based contractor, OHY942 (B7), a Bristol KSW6 of 1953 with Eastern Coach Works H32/28R bodywork.
Photo taken August 1972, Cypress Road building site, Marton, Middlesbrough
91. OHY942
Sixty years ago at Gloucester Kings Square Bus Station, one K and two KSWs from the Bristol Omnibus fleet await departure with 8079, KSW OHY942 on the right.
Photo taken August 1960, Kings Square Bus Station, Gloucester
Sixty years ago at Gloucester Kings Square Bus Station, one K and two KSWs from the Bristol Omnibus fleet await departure with 8079, KSW OHY942 on the right.
Photo taken August 1960, Kings Square Bus Station, Gloucester
92. OHY949
In July 1954, Bristol 8100, OHY949, proceeds in a stately fashion past some interesting cars parked on The Circus, Bath.
Photo taken July 1954, The Circus, Bath
In July 1954, Bristol 8100, OHY949, proceeds in a stately fashion past some interesting cars parked on The Circus, Bath.
Photo taken July 1954, The Circus, Bath
93. OHY984
Acquired in 1970 from Bristol O.C. C8127 to become Silcox, Pembroke Dock 96, OHY984, seen at the garage, was a Bristol KSW6G with an Eastern Coachworks H32/28R body which had been new in August 1953.
Photo taken Tuesday 3 August 1971, Silcox Garage, Pembroke Dock
Acquired in 1970 from Bristol O.C. C8127 to become Silcox, Pembroke Dock 96, OHY984, seen at the garage, was a Bristol KSW6G with an Eastern Coachworks H32/28R body which had been new in August 1953.
Photo taken Tuesday 3 August 1971, Silcox Garage, Pembroke Dock
94. PHW955
Bristol Greyhound 2865, PHW955, a Bristol LS6B/ECW C39F new 7/53, photographed in Bath in December 1955 at what Roger has described as 'Old Bridge' - there are a lot of bridges in Bath that are old - perhaps there is enough background for someone to identify the location.
Photo taken December 1955, Old Bridge, Bath
Bristol Greyhound 2865, PHW955, a Bristol LS6B/ECW C39F new 7/53, photographed in Bath in December 1955 at what Roger has described as 'Old Bridge' - there are a lot of bridges in Bath that are old - perhaps there is enough background for someone to identify the location.
Photo taken December 1955, Old Bridge, Bath
95. PHW937
Eastern Counties LM582, PHW937, a Bristol LS5G with an Eastern Coachworks B45F body new in 1954 as Bristol 2847, and acquired in November 1968.
Photo taken Saturday 5 April 1969, ECOC Garage, Cotton Lane, Bury St Edmunds
Eastern Counties LM582, PHW937, a Bristol LS5G with an Eastern Coachworks B45F body new in 1954 as Bristol 2847, and acquired in November 1968.
Photo taken Saturday 5 April 1969, ECOC Garage, Cotton Lane, Bury St Edmunds
96. PHW938
Fok Lei, Macau, M-55-40, a Bristol LS5G built in 1954 with ECW bodywork.
Photo taken July 1981, Macau
Fok Lei, Macau, M-55-40, a Bristol LS5G built in 1954 with ECW bodywork.
Photo taken July 1981, Macau
97. PHW942
Former Bristol Omnibus Co. 2852, PHW942, a Bristol LS5G with ECW body, new to Bristol Tramways as B45F in 1954, but here owned by G.P. Radcliffe, London modified as some kind of vehicle transporter.
Photo taken Sunday 8 August 1971, Hollins Hill, Otley Road (A6038), between Shipley and Guiseley
Former Bristol Omnibus Co. 2852, PHW942, a Bristol LS5G with ECW body, new to Bristol Tramways as B45F in 1954, but here owned by G.P. Radcliffe, London modified as some kind of vehicle transporter.
Photo taken Sunday 8 August 1971, Hollins Hill, Otley Road (A6038), between Shipley and Guiseley
98. PHW944
Former Bristol Omnibus Co. 2854, PHW944, a Bristol LS5G with E.C.W. B45F body, new to Bristol Tramways (2854) in 1954. It passed to North's (dealer), Sherburn-in-Elmet (as seen here) in 8/70, becoming an unidentified site office by 10/71.
Photo taken November 1970, Premises of North's (dealer), Sherburn-in-Elmet
Former Bristol Omnibus Co. 2854, PHW944, a Bristol LS5G with E.C.W. B45F body, new to Bristol Tramways (2854) in 1954. It passed to North's (dealer), Sherburn-in-Elmet (as seen here) in 8/70, becoming an unidentified site office by 10/71.
Photo taken November 1970, Premises of North's (dealer), Sherburn-in-Elmet
99. PHW945
Another Jim Whiteway image taken near Old Bridge, Bath - Bath Services 2855, PHW945, has just passed the Cliff View Hotel.
Photo taken February 1956, Old Bridge, Bath
Another Jim Whiteway image taken near Old Bridge, Bath - Bath Services 2855, PHW945, has just passed the Cliff View Hotel.
Photo taken February 1956, Old Bridge, Bath
100. SHW354
Shaw Brothers, Byers Green, SHW354, a Bristol KSW6G with ECW bodywork.
Photo taken November 1970, Byers Green Depot
Shaw Brothers, Byers Green, SHW354, a Bristol KSW6G with ECW bodywork.
Photo taken November 1970, Byers Green Depot
101. THW736
Bath Services L8246, THW736, a 'long apron' LD6B/ECW H33/25R is seen here on North Parade, Bath in May 1955 when it was quite new.
Photo taken May 1955, North Parade, Bath
Bath Services L8246, THW736, a 'long apron' LD6B/ECW H33/25R is seen here on North Parade, Bath in May 1955 when it was quite new.
Photo taken May 1955, North Parade, Bath
102. THW737
Bath Services LD6B Lodekka L8247, THW737, was just 2 months old when Roger's friend Roy Brown photographed it at Parade Gardens, Bath in May 1955.
Photo taken May 1955, Parade Gardens, Bath
Bath Services LD6B Lodekka L8247, THW737, was just 2 months old when Roger's friend Roy Brown photographed it at Parade Gardens, Bath in May 1955.
Photo taken May 1955, Parade Gardens, Bath
103. THW740
Bristol Tramways 8250, THW740, was a Bristol LD6B with E.C.W. H33/25RD body new in 1955 and is seen in the garage at Gloucester on a P.S.V. Circle visit.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, London Road Depot, Gloucester
Bristol Tramways 8250, THW740, was a Bristol LD6B with E.C.W. H33/25RD body new in 1955 and is seen in the garage at Gloucester on a P.S.V. Circle visit.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, London Road Depot, Gloucester
104. THW740
Former Bristol L8250, THW740, a Bristol Lodekka LD6B built in 1955 with ECW H33/25RD bodywork.
Photo taken October 1983, Dorchester Road, Weymouth
Former Bristol L8250, THW740, a Bristol Lodekka LD6B built in 1955 with ECW H33/25RD bodywork.
Photo taken October 1983, Dorchester Road, Weymouth
105. THY954
Also photographed at 'Old Bridge' Bath is Bristol Greyhound 2880, THY954, a Bristol LS6G/ECW C39F new 6/55.
Photo taken January 1956, Old Bridge, Bath
Also photographed at 'Old Bridge' Bath is Bristol Greyhound 2880, THY954, a Bristol LS6G/ECW C39F new 6/55.
Photo taken January 1956, Old Bridge, Bath
106. UHY360
Preserved Bristol C8320, UHY360, pulls away during the running day. It was a Bristol KSW6B with ECW H33/28R body new in 1955.
Photo taken Sunday 12 August 2012, Baldwin Street, Bistol
Preserved Bristol C8320, UHY360, pulls away during the running day. It was a Bristol KSW6B with ECW H33/28R body new in 1955.
Photo taken Sunday 12 August 2012, Baldwin Street, Bistol
107. UHY362
Preserved Bristol Omnibus highbridge KSW6B 8322, UHY362, new in 1955
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 2009, Barlaston, Stoke-on-Trent
Preserved Bristol Omnibus highbridge KSW6B 8322, UHY362, new in 1955
Photo taken Sunday 10 May 2009, Barlaston, Stoke-on-Trent
108. UHY384
On a very wet and windy New Year's day, Bristol KSW6G 8336, UHY384 is passed by former Southampton AEC Swift JOW499E under the watchful eye of King Alfred
Photo taken Wednesday 1 January 2014, The Broadway, Winchester
On a very wet and windy New Year's day, Bristol KSW6G 8336, UHY384 is passed by former Southampton AEC Swift JOW499E under the watchful eye of King Alfred
Photo taken Wednesday 1 January 2014, The Broadway, Winchester
109. WHW811
Bristol C8370, WHW811, a Bristol KSW6G with ECW H32/28R body, new in 1956, with two FLFs behind in two shades of green.
Photo taken 1974, Colston Avenue, Bristol
Bristol C8370, WHW811, a Bristol KSW6G with ECW H32/28R body, new in 1956, with two FLFs behind in two shades of green.
Photo taken 1974, Colston Avenue, Bristol
110. WHY947
Former Bristol Omnibus L8394, WHY947, is an open-top LD6G of 1956, which spent many years with W. Norths of Sherburn (dealers) in whose guise it is seen here.
Photo taken Saturday 29 March 1997, Transperience Museum, Bradford
Former Bristol Omnibus L8394, WHY947, is an open-top LD6G of 1956, which spent many years with W. Norths of Sherburn (dealers) in whose guise it is seen here.
Photo taken Saturday 29 March 1997, Transperience Museum, Bradford
111. XHW419
Three from Blue Line, Upminster seen at Wembley. From the left MAX107, ORV993 and XHW419. Two Bristol LS/ECW and a Leyland PD2/40 with a Metro-Cammell H30/26R body which was ex Portsmouth 116.
Photo taken Sunday 9 June 1974, Wembley
Three from Blue Line, Upminster seen at Wembley. From the left MAX107, ORV993 and XHW419. Two Bristol LS/ECW and a Leyland PD2/40 with a Metro-Cammell H30/26R body which was ex Portsmouth 116.
Photo taken Sunday 9 June 1974, Wembley
112. XHW426
XHW426 is a Bristol LS5G with ECW B45F body, new to Bristol Tramways & Carriage Company Limited in May 1957. It has been restored to immaculate condition by Mike Ellis who has owned it since 2009.
Photo taken Sunday 30 June 2019, Jack Russell Close, Stroud
XHW426 is a Bristol LS5G with ECW B45F body, new to Bristol Tramways & Carriage Company Limited in May 1957. It has been restored to immaculate condition by Mike Ellis who has owned it since 2009.
Photo taken Sunday 30 June 2019, Jack Russell Close, Stroud
113. XHW426
XHW426 is a Bristol LS bus new to Bristol Tramways in 1957 and part of the Mike Ellis collection. It has a ECW B45F body and a 5G engine.
Photo taken Sunday 31 July 2022, Brislington Park & Ride
XHW426 is a Bristol LS bus new to Bristol Tramways in 1957 and part of the Mike Ellis collection. It has a ECW B45F body and a 5G engine.
Photo taken Sunday 31 July 2022, Brislington Park & Ride
114. YHT929
Ex-Bristol Omnibus Co. Bristol LD/ECW YHT929 decorated to advertise a "Christmas Wonderland" at Spitalfields Market.
Photo taken December 1992, London Spitalfields Market
Ex-Bristol Omnibus Co. Bristol LD/ECW YHT929 decorated to advertise a "Christmas Wonderland" at Spitalfields Market.
Photo taken December 1992, London Spitalfields Market
115. YHY74
Bristol Omnibus YHY74, a 1957 Bristol LS5G with a rebuilt front and converted to LS6G in 1973. Seen here apparently withdrawn along with some de-licensed FLFs
Photo taken Saturday 18 March 1978, Lawrence Hill Depot, Bristol
Bristol Omnibus YHY74, a 1957 Bristol LS5G with a rebuilt front and converted to LS6G in 1973. Seen here apparently withdrawn along with some de-licensed FLFs
Photo taken Saturday 18 March 1978, Lawrence Hill Depot, Bristol
116. 922AHY
Bristol Tramways 2932, 922AHY, was new in 1958 and was an ECW B45F bodied Bristol MW5G which is seen in the garage at Gloucester. In January 1959 it was transferred to the Gloucester City fleet and renumbered G2932.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Gloucester Garage
Bristol Tramways 2932, 922AHY, was new in 1958 and was an ECW B45F bodied Bristol MW5G which is seen in the garage at Gloucester. In January 1959 it was transferred to the Gloucester City fleet and renumbered G2932.
Photo taken Sunday 13 July 1958, Gloucester Garage
117. 924AHY
Bristol 2939, 924AHY, a Bristol MW5G with ECW B45F body new in March 1958.
Photo taken Sunday 20 July 2014, Anstey Park, Alton
Bristol 2939, 924AHY, a Bristol MW5G with ECW B45F body new in March 1958.
Photo taken Sunday 20 July 2014, Anstey Park, Alton
118. YHY81
YHY81 seen at Gilwell Park, whilst with Green Bus, Rugeley, was a Bristol LS5G with an Eastern Coachworks B45F body, which had been new in May 1958 as Bristol 2923.
Photo taken Saturday 6 July 1974, Gilwell Park
YHY81 seen at Gilwell Park, whilst with Green Bus, Rugeley, was a Bristol LS5G with an Eastern Coachworks B45F body, which had been new in May 1958 as Bristol 2923.
Photo taken Saturday 6 July 1974, Gilwell Park
119. YHY83
Ellis, Llangefni YHY83 a 1958 Bristol LS5G/ECW B45F formerly Bristol Omnibus 2925.
Photo taken Monday 27 August 1973, Ellis's depot, Llangefni, Anglesey
Ellis, Llangefni YHY83 a 1958 Bristol LS5G/ECW B45F formerly Bristol Omnibus 2925.
Photo taken Monday 27 August 1973, Ellis's depot, Llangefni, Anglesey
120. 627HFM
Bristol 8581, 627HFM, a Bristol Lodekka LD6B built in 1959 with ECW CO33/27RD bodywork, named "Western Winner" and seen at Weston-super-Mare on tourist duties. This had been new to Crosville as DLB978 and has been preserved since the shot was taken.
Photo taken September 1976, Birkett Road/Birnbeck Road, Weston-super-Mare
Bristol 8581, 627HFM, a Bristol Lodekka LD6B built in 1959 with ECW CO33/27RD bodywork, named "Western Winner" and seen at Weston-super-Mare on tourist duties. This had been new to Crosville as DLB978 and has been preserved since the shot was taken.
Photo taken September 1976, Birkett Road/Birnbeck Road, Weston-super-Mare
121. 969EHW
Bristol Lodekka 969EHW, Bath Services L8515, taken from outside the rear window to show interior lower detail and sunken aisle. The doors were closed which helped avoid window reflection.
Photo taken Sunday 11 August 2013, Brislington Park & Ride
Bristol Lodekka 969EHW, Bath Services L8515, taken from outside the rear window to show interior lower detail and sunken aisle. The doors were closed which helped avoid window reflection.
Photo taken Sunday 11 August 2013, Brislington Park & Ride
122. 969EHW
Bristol Lodekka 969EHW, Bath Services L8515, is part of Bristol Omnibus Vehicle Collection (BOVC) but on hire to Crosvllle Motors of Weston Super Mare for use at weddings etc.
Photo taken Sunday 11 August 2013, Brislingon Park & Ride
Bristol Lodekka 969EHW, Bath Services L8515, is part of Bristol Omnibus Vehicle Collection (BOVC) but on hire to Crosvllle Motors of Weston Super Mare for use at weddings etc.
Photo taken Sunday 11 August 2013, Brislingon Park & Ride
123. 969EHW
After the Brislington rally on 11th August, the opportunity was taken to photograph former Bath Services Lodekka LD6G L8515, 969EHW, outside the newly built (and not yet open) ‘Hungry Horse’ pub/eating establishment which is named 'The Lodekka' in deference to its location very close to the former Bristol Commercial Vehicles works.
Photo taken Sunday 11 August 2013
After the Brislington rally on 11th August, the opportunity was taken to photograph former Bath Services Lodekka LD6G L8515, 969EHW, outside the newly built (and not yet open) ‘Hungry Horse’ pub/eating establishment which is named 'The Lodekka' in deference to its location very close to the former Bristol Commercial Vehicles works.
Photo taken Sunday 11 August 2013
124. 969EHW
Preserved former Bath Electric L8515, 969EHW, a Bristol Lodekka LD6G with ECW H33/25RD body, new in July 1959
Photo taken Monday 1 January 2007, Winchester Bus Station
Preserved former Bath Electric L8515, 969EHW, a Bristol Lodekka LD6G with ECW H33/25RD body, new in July 1959
Photo taken Monday 1 January 2007, Winchester Bus Station
125. 969EHW
Preserved former Bath Electric L8515, 969EHW, a Bristol Lodekka LD6G with ECW H33/25RD body, new in July 1959
Photo taken Sunday 1 January 2012, Winchester Bus Station
Preserved former Bath Electric L8515, 969EHW, a Bristol Lodekka LD6G with ECW H33/25RD body, new in July 1959
Photo taken Sunday 1 January 2012, Winchester Bus Station
126. 981EHY
981EHY a Bristol MW5G with ECW B45F body new in 1959 as Bristol 2969. Photographed at the annual open day at West of England Transport Collection at Winkleigh. In the background can be seen some of the other vehicles which attend this event
Photo taken Sunday 6 October 2013, Winkleigh
981EHY a Bristol MW5G with ECW B45F body new in 1959 as Bristol 2969. Photographed at the annual open day at West of England Transport Collection at Winkleigh. In the background can be seen some of the other vehicles which attend this event
Photo taken Sunday 6 October 2013, Winkleigh
127. 987DAE
Further to the discussion of who operated services from Bath under Bristol/Bath Tramways 2267, LHT906, here is a scan of an original negative in my collection of Bath Tramways Motor Company Ltd 2967, 987DAE, a 1959 MW5G/ECW B45F on the 44 in the Beach Road Bus Station, Weston-super-Mare.
Photo taken 1960-1967, Beach Road Bus Station, Weston-super-Mare
Further to the discussion of who operated services from Bath under Bristol/Bath Tramways 2267, LHT906, here is a scan of an original negative in my collection of Bath Tramways Motor Company Ltd 2967, 987DAE, a 1959 MW5G/ECW B45F on the 44 in the Beach Road Bus Station, Weston-super-Mare.
Photo taken 1960-1967, Beach Road Bus Station, Weston-super-Mare
128. 289HHU
289HHU was Western National 2901, a Bristol MW originally a coach with Bristol Greyhound in 1960, to WNOC in 1973.
Photo taken Spring 1975, Taunton Bus Station
289HHU was Western National 2901, a Bristol MW originally a coach with Bristol Greyhound in 1960, to WNOC in 1973.
Photo taken Spring 1975, Taunton Bus Station
129. 712JHY
Pyne, Starbeck, Harrogate, 712JHY, a Bristol Lodekka FSF6B built in 1960 with ECW H34/26F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1977, Garage, Starbeck, Harrogate
Pyne, Starbeck, Harrogate, 712JHY, a Bristol Lodekka FSF6B built in 1960 with ECW H34/26F bodywork.
Photo taken August 1977, Garage, Starbeck, Harrogate
130. 357MHU
Preserved Bristol Omnibus MW5G 2522, 357MHU, new in November 1961 with an ECW B45F body
Photo taken Sunday 20 July 2003, Alton
Preserved Bristol Omnibus MW5G 2522, 357MHU, new in November 1961 with an ECW B45F body
Photo taken Sunday 20 July 2003, Alton
131. 404LHT
Bristol 2111, 404LHT, a Bristol MW6G with ECW C39F body, new in 1961, arriving at Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Thursday 21 May 1964, London Victoria Coach Station
Bristol 2111, 404LHT, a Bristol MW6G with ECW C39F body, new in 1961, arriving at Victoria Coach Station.
Photo taken Thursday 21 May 1964, London Victoria Coach Station
132. 404LHT
This is Bristol MW 404LHT in its last guise as Swindon & District as W151.
Photo taken Sunday 12 October 2008, private site near Coventry
This is Bristol MW 404LHT in its last guise as Swindon & District as W151.
Photo taken Sunday 12 October 2008, private site near Coventry
133. 407LHT
Bristol Greyhound coach 2114, 407LHT, a Bristol MW with ECW C39F body, new in 1961.
Photo taken Tuesday 11 August 1964, London Victoria Coach Station
Bristol Greyhound coach 2114, 407LHT, a Bristol MW with ECW C39F body, new in 1961.
Photo taken Tuesday 11 August 1964, London Victoria Coach Station
134. 536JHU
Former Bristol Omnibus 2514, 536JHU, a Bristol MW5G with ECW B45F body, new in March 1961
Photo taken Sunday 16 July 2006, Alton
Former Bristol Omnibus 2514, 536JHU, a Bristol MW5G with ECW B45F body, new in March 1961
Photo taken Sunday 16 July 2006, Alton
135. 536JHU
Former Bristol Omnibus 2514, 536JHU, a Bristol MW5G with ECW B45F body, new in March 1961 and now owned by Richard Avery is seen approaching Wythall Transport Museum having travelled from Bristol for the Bristol event at the museum.
Photo taken Sunday 31 March 2024, Chapel Lane, Wythall
Former Bristol Omnibus 2514, 536JHU, a Bristol MW5G with ECW B45F body, new in March 1961 and now owned by Richard Avery is seen approaching Wythall Transport Museum having travelled from Bristol for the Bristol event at the museum.
Photo taken Sunday 31 March 2024, Chapel Lane, Wythall
136. 720JHY
701-732JHY comprised a batch of Bristol FSF6G/FSF6B with ECW H34/26F bodies new to Bristol Omnibus and subsidiaries in 1960/61. When BOC needed diverted FLFs in 1967, twenty of this shorter model went to Western and Southern National, though at least five returned with Trowbridge depot in January 1970. 1019, 720JHY was the final one numerically on moving to Southern National, a Gardner engined example new as Bristol 6021 in February 1961.
Photo taken Sunday 23 May 1971, Weymouth Quay
701-732JHY comprised a batch of Bristol FSF6G/FSF6B with ECW H34/26F bodies new to Bristol Omnibus and subsidiaries in 1960/61. When BOC needed diverted FLFs in 1967, twenty of this shorter model went to Western and Southern National, though at least five returned with Trowbridge depot in January 1970. 1019, 720JHY was the final one numerically on moving to Southern National, a Gardner engined example new as Bristol 6021 in February 1961.
Photo taken Sunday 23 May 1971, Weymouth Quay
137. 731JHY
Western National 1007, 731JHY, a Bristol Lodekka FSF6G built in 1961 with ECW H34/26F bodywork.
Photo taken September 1976, Totnes
Western National 1007, 731JHY, a Bristol Lodekka FSF6G built in 1961 with ECW H34/26F bodywork.
Photo taken September 1976, Totnes
138. 813MHW
West Riding Autos 488, 813MHW, was one of the many Lodekkas bought to cover the early demise of the Wulfrunians - this being ex Bristol Omnibus (LC7018).
Photo taken Sunday 26 November 1972, Wakefield
West Riding Autos 488, 813MHW, was one of the many Lodekkas bought to cover the early demise of the Wulfrunians - this being ex Bristol Omnibus (LC7018).
Photo taken Sunday 26 November 1972, Wakefield
139. 866NHT
Stagecoach, Perth, 866NHT, a Bristol Lodekka FS6G built in 1961 with ECW CO33/27R bodywork.
Photo taken April 1984, Marshall Place, Perth
Stagecoach, Perth, 866NHT, a Bristol Lodekka FS6G built in 1961 with ECW CO33/27R bodywork.
Photo taken April 1984, Marshall Place, Perth
140. 866NHT
XSL228A is a Bristol Lodekka FS6G built in 1961 with ECW CO33/27R bodywork. It was originally 866NHT with Bristol Omnibus Company. It joined East Yorkshire Motor Services in 2014.
Photo taken Sunday 2 November 2014, LVVS Road Transport Museum, Lincoln
XSL228A is a Bristol Lodekka FS6G built in 1961 with ECW CO33/27R bodywork. It was originally 866NHT with Bristol Omnibus Company. It joined East Yorkshire Motor Services in 2014.
Photo taken Sunday 2 November 2014, LVVS Road Transport Museum, Lincoln
141. 867NHT
Bristol 8577, 867NHT, a convertible open top Bristol FS6G with ECW CO33/27R body, new in November 1961.
Photo taken June 1964, Royal Parade, near Grand Pier, Weston-super-Mare
Bristol 8577, 867NHT, a convertible open top Bristol FS6G with ECW CO33/27R body, new in November 1961.
Photo taken June 1964, Royal Parade, near Grand Pier, Weston-super-Mare
142. 869NHT
Bristol Omnibus 8579, 869NHT, a 1961 Bristol FS6G originally built as a convertable open topper is seen after sale to Applebys, in service in Scarborough.
Photo taken July 1991, North Bay, Scarborough
Bristol Omnibus 8579, 869NHT, a 1961 Bristol FS6G originally built as a convertable open topper is seen after sale to Applebys, in service in Scarborough.
Photo taken July 1991, North Bay, Scarborough
143. 212NAE
West Riding 497, 212NAE, a Bristol FLF6G with an Eastern Coachworks H38/32F body, was seen in Wakefield Bus Station.
Photo taken Tuesday 18 April 1972, Wakefield Bus Station
West Riding 497, 212NAE, a Bristol FLF6G with an Eastern Coachworks H38/32F body, was seen in Wakefield Bus Station.
Photo taken Tuesday 18 April 1972, Wakefield Bus Station
144. 218NAE
Dann Catering of Bristol, 218NAE, a Bristol FLF6G with the standard ECW bodywork, seating 70 when new in 1962. Her fleet number with Bristol was 7050.
Photo taken Sunday 6 May 1979, Southampton Common
Dann Catering of Bristol, 218NAE, a Bristol FLF6G with the standard ECW bodywork, seating 70 when new in 1962. Her fleet number with Bristol was 7050.
Photo taken Sunday 6 May 1979, Southampton Common
145. 516OHU
I possibly did not choose the best day to visit Bletchley Self Drive's premises in Milton Keynes. 6116BH is a PRV-AEC Bridgemaster, which had been new to Red Rover of Aylesbury in 2/63, as a diverted order from Baxter's of Airdrie - unwanted by Eastern Scottish when they acquired the Baxter business.
Photo taken Saturday 17 March 1979, Bletchley Self Drive premises, Milton Keynes
I possibly did not choose the best day to visit Bletchley Self Drive's premises in Milton Keynes. 6116BH is a PRV-AEC Bridgemaster, which had been new to Red Rover of Aylesbury in 2/63, as a diverted order from Baxter's of Airdrie - unwanted by Eastern Scottish when they acquired the Baxter business.
Photo taken Saturday 17 March 1979, Bletchley Self Drive premises, Milton Keynes
146. 538OHU
Silcox, Pembroke Dock EMR300D and EMR302D, 1966 Bristol MW6G/ECW DP41F formerly Wilts & Dorset and 538OHU, a 1962 former Cheltenham/Bristol Omnibus FLF6G with ECW H38/32F bodywork.
Photo taken Tuesday 29 March 1983, Silcox Depot, Pembroke Dock
Silcox, Pembroke Dock EMR300D and EMR302D, 1966 Bristol MW6G/ECW DP41F formerly Wilts & Dorset and 538OHU, a 1962 former Cheltenham/Bristol Omnibus FLF6G with ECW H38/32F bodywork.
Photo taken Tuesday 29 March 1983, Silcox Depot, Pembroke Dock
147. 862RAE
Primrose Valley Coaches of Filey owned this ECW B30F Bristol SUS4A, 862RAE, it had been Bristol Omnibus 301 when new in 1962. It had been acquired some months earlier but had not been repainted when taken on Redcar sea-front.
Photo taken March 1972, Esplanade, Redcar
Primrose Valley Coaches of Filey owned this ECW B30F Bristol SUS4A, 862RAE, it had been Bristol Omnibus 301 when new in 1962. It had been acquired some months earlier but had not been repainted when taken on Redcar sea-front.
Photo taken March 1972, Esplanade, Redcar
148. 535OHU
Bristol Omnibus C7092, 535OHU, a 1963 Bristol FLF with standard ECW body is seen some 25 years later when owned by a PSV driving school. The cast plate used for fleet numbers by Bristol is visible on the bonnet assembly of the Lodekka. Alongside the Lodekka is a Yorkshire Rider Leyland Atlantean AN68 with Roe bodywork.
Photo taken 1987, Bramley Depot, Leeds
Bristol Omnibus C7092, 535OHU, a 1963 Bristol FLF with standard ECW body is seen some 25 years later when owned by a PSV driving school. The cast plate used for fleet numbers by Bristol is visible on the bonnet assembly of the Lodekka. Alongside the Lodekka is a Yorkshire Rider Leyland Atlantean AN68 with Roe bodywork.
Photo taken 1987, Bramley Depot, Leeds
149. 808SHW
Former Bristol 7115, 808SHW, a FLF6B new in October 1963, now in use as a cafe in Asheville North Carolina, Double D's Coffee & Desserts
Photo taken Sunday 24 October 2010, Asheville, North Carolina, USA
Former Bristol 7115, 808SHW, a FLF6B new in October 1963, now in use as a cafe in Asheville North Carolina, Double D's Coffee & Desserts
Photo taken Sunday 24 October 2010, Asheville, North Carolina, USA
150. 821SHW
Bristol Omnibus 7128, 821SHW, a 1963 Bristol FLF6B with ECW H38/32F bodywork
Photo taken Tuesday 30 March 1982, Southmead
Bristol Omnibus 7128, 821SHW, a 1963 Bristol FLF6B with ECW H38/32F bodywork
Photo taken Tuesday 30 March 1982, Southmead
151. 861UAE
Bristol RELH6G coach 2115, 861UAE, with ECW C45F body - this was the first RELH coach to enter service with Bristol in late 1963.
Photo taken Thursday 21 May 1964, London Victoria Coach Station
Bristol RELH6G coach 2115, 861UAE, with ECW C45F body - this was the first RELH coach to enter service with Bristol in late 1963.
Photo taken Thursday 21 May 1964, London Victoria Coach Station
152. 865UAE
Battersby's Coach Hire (Griffiths), Walkden, 865UAE, a Bristol RELH6G built in 1963 with ECW C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Chester
Battersby's Coach Hire (Griffiths), Walkden, 865UAE, a Bristol RELH6G built in 1963 with ECW C45F bodywork.
Photo taken July 1978, Chester
153. 827SHW
OK Motor Services 827SHW, a Bristol Lodekka FLF6B built in 1964 with ECW H38/32F bodywork.
Photo taken Saturday 11 April 1981, Benton Road, High Heaton
OK Motor Services 827SHW, a Bristol Lodekka FLF6B built in 1964 with ECW H38/32F bodywork.
Photo taken Saturday 11 April 1981, Benton Road, High Heaton
154. 841SHW
Bristol Omnibus Bristol FLF6B C7148, 841SHW, was converted to open top format in 1976 when it was renumbered 7900. It ran in this guise for two years before being withdrawn in 1982.
Photo taken Saturday 11 August 2001, Waverly Bridge, Edinburgh
Bristol Omnibus Bristol FLF6B C7148, 841SHW, was converted to open top format in 1976 when it was renumbered 7900. It ran in this guise for two years before being withdrawn in 1982.
Photo taken Saturday 11 August 2001, Waverly Bridge, Edinburgh
155. 841SHW
Former Bristol Omnibus Bristol FLF6B C7148, 841SHW, converted to open top in 1976 when it was renumbered 7900, now part of the Chepstow Classic Buses' fleet.
Photo taken Sunday 11 August 2013, Brislington Park & Ride
Former Bristol Omnibus Bristol FLF6B C7148, 841SHW, converted to open top in 1976 when it was renumbered 7900, now part of the Chepstow Classic Buses' fleet.
Photo taken Sunday 11 August 2013, Brislington Park & Ride
156. 841SHW
Former Bristol FLF 841SHW, new in August 1964 as fleet number C7148. It was converted to open top in March 1976 and renumbered 7900 shortly after.
Photo taken Sunday 11 July 2004, Kemble Airfield
Former Bristol FLF 841SHW, new in August 1964 as fleet number C7148. It was converted to open top in March 1976 and renumbered 7900 shortly after.
Photo taken Sunday 11 July 2004, Kemble Airfield
157. 841SHW
Former Bristol Omnibus Co. C7148, 841SHW, a Bristol Lodekka FLF6B with ECW body originally H38/32F, but rebuilt to O38/32F in 1976.
Photo taken Sunday 1 October 1995, West of England Transport Collection, Winkleigh, Devon
Former Bristol Omnibus Co. C7148, 841SHW, a Bristol Lodekka FLF6B with ECW body originally H38/32F, but rebuilt to O38/32F in 1976.
Photo taken Sunday 1 October 1995, West of England Transport Collection, Winkleigh, Devon
158. 842SHW
Former Bristol C7149, 842SHW, a FLF6B, new in Auguat 1964 which lasted with them until 1978
Photo taken Sunday 18 September 2011, Chain Bridge Honey Farm, Horncliffe, near Berwick-upon-Tweed
Former Bristol C7149, 842SHW, a FLF6B, new in Auguat 1964 which lasted with them until 1978
Photo taken Sunday 18 September 2011, Chain Bridge Honey Farm, Horncliffe, near Berwick-upon-Tweed
159. BHU92C
Preserved former Bristol 2138, BHU92C, a Bristol MW6G with ECW DP39F body new in February 1965.
Photo taken Sunday 18 September 2005, Duxford
Preserved former Bristol 2138, BHU92C, a Bristol MW6G with ECW DP39F body new in February 1965.
Photo taken Sunday 18 September 2005, Duxford
160. BHU94C
Bristol Omnibus 2430, BHU94C, a 1965 Bristol MW6G with ECW DP39F bodywork
Photo taken Monday 11 April 1977, Sand Bay, Weston-super-Mare
Bristol Omnibus 2430, BHU94C, a 1965 Bristol MW6G with ECW DP39F bodywork
Photo taken Monday 11 April 1977, Sand Bay, Weston-super-Mare
161. BHU976C
Silcox Motor Coach, Pembroke Dock, BHU976C, a Bristol Lodekka FLF6G built 1965 with ECW H38/32F bodywork. This was the former C7176 with Bristol.
Photo taken June 1983, Pembroke Dock Depot
Silcox Motor Coach, Pembroke Dock, BHU976C, a Bristol Lodekka FLF6G built 1965 with ECW H38/32F bodywork. This was the former C7176 with Bristol.
Photo taken June 1983, Pembroke Dock Depot
162. BHU97C
Bristol Omnibus 2433, BHU97C, a 1965 Bristol MW6G with ECW DP39F bodywork.
Photo taken Saturday 13 November 1976, Butt Street, Minchinhampton
Bristol Omnibus 2433, BHU97C, a 1965 Bristol MW6G with ECW DP39F bodywork.
Photo taken Saturday 13 November 1976, Butt Street, Minchinhampton
163. CHT538C
Bristol Omnibus Co. 7195, CHT538C, was a Bristol FLF6B with an Eastern Coachworks H38/32F body.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
Bristol Omnibus Co. 7195, CHT538C, was a Bristol FLF6B with an Eastern Coachworks H38/32F body.
Photo taken Saturday 17 June 1967, Hereford Bus Station
164. CHT541C
Bristol W178, CHT541C, a Bristol Lodekka FLF6G built in 1965 with ECW H38/32F bodywork.
Photo taken October 1983, Wells
Bristol W178, CHT541C, a Bristol Lodekka FLF6G built in 1965 with ECW H38/32F bodywork.
Photo taken October 1983, Wells
165. DHT784C
Bristol Omnibus 7204, DHT784C, a 1965 Bristol FLF6B with ECW H38/32F bodywork
Photo taken Monday 29 March 1982, Filton Church
Bristol Omnibus 7204, DHT784C, a 1965 Bristol FLF6B with ECW H38/32F bodywork
Photo taken Monday 29 March 1982, Filton Church
166. DHW984C
Bristol 7214, DHW984C, a Bristol FLF6G with ECW H38/32F body, new in October 1965.
Photo taken Temple Way, Bristol
Bristol 7214, DHW984C, a Bristol FLF6G with ECW H38/32F body, new in October 1965.
Photo taken Temple Way, Bristol
167. DHW992C
Bristol Omnibus 2626, DHW992C, a Bristol MW5G ECW B43F (originally B45F) new in October 1965 at Bristol Temple Meads in May 2000, on a City Centre Circle service for the day to an event at Harbourside.
Photo taken Sunday 14 May 2000, Bristol Temple Meads Station
Bristol Omnibus 2626, DHW992C, a Bristol MW5G ECW B43F (originally B45F) new in October 1965 at Bristol Temple Meads in May 2000, on a City Centre Circle service for the day to an event at Harbourside.
Photo taken Sunday 14 May 2000, Bristol Temple Meads Station
168. EHT106C
West Riding 441, EHT106C, a 1965 Bristol FLF6G with an ECW H38/32F body, new to Bristol Omnibus as C7217, it was one of 27 transferred to West Riding to help eliminate the Guy Wulfrunians.
Photo taken 1970, Bull Ring, Wakefield
West Riding 441, EHT106C, a 1965 Bristol FLF6G with an ECW H38/32F body, new to Bristol Omnibus as C7217, it was one of 27 transferred to West Riding to help eliminate the Guy Wulfrunians.
Photo taken 1970, Bull Ring, Wakefield
169. EHT107C
Seen in Leeds Bus Station is West Riding, Wakefield 534, EHT107C, a Bristol FLF6G with an Eastern Coachworks H38/32F body.
Photo taken Tuesday 18 April 1972, Leeds Central Bus Station
Seen in Leeds Bus Station is West Riding, Wakefield 534, EHT107C, a Bristol FLF6G with an Eastern Coachworks H38/32F body.
Photo taken Tuesday 18 April 1972, Leeds Central Bus Station
170. EHT109C
Bristol Omnibus 7220 and 7185, EHT109C and BHY716C, both a 1965 Bristol Lodekka FLF6G with ECW H38/28F bodywork
Photo taken Monday 29 March 1982, Redcliff Hill, Bristol
Bristol Omnibus 7220 and 7185, EHT109C and BHY716C, both a 1965 Bristol Lodekka FLF6G with ECW H38/28F bodywork
Photo taken Monday 29 March 1982, Redcliff Hill, Bristol
171. EHT112C
Bristol Omnibus 7223, EHT112C, a 1965 Bristol FLF6G with ECW H38/30F bodywork.
Photo taken Tuesday 18 March 1980, St Dennis Lane, Malmesbury
Bristol Omnibus 7223, EHT112C, a 1965 Bristol FLF6G with ECW H38/30F bodywork.
Photo taken Tuesday 18 March 1980, St Dennis Lane, Malmesbury
172. EHT857C
Bristol Omnibus 7235, EHT857C, a 1965 Bristol FLF6G with ECW H38/32F bodywork
Photo taken Monday 29 March 1982, Southmead Road, Bristol
Bristol Omnibus 7235, EHT857C, a 1965 Bristol FLF6G with ECW H38/32F bodywork
Photo taken Monday 29 March 1982, Southmead Road, Bristol
173. EHU584C
West Riding A.C. 445, EHU584C, a Bristol Lodekka FLF6G with E.C.W. H38/32F body, new in 1965 to Bristol Omnibus Co. (C7238).
Photo taken 1969/70, Wakefield Bus Station
West Riding A.C. 445, EHU584C, a Bristol Lodekka FLF6G with E.C.W. H38/32F body, new in 1965 to Bristol Omnibus Co. (C7238).
Photo taken 1969/70, Wakefield Bus Station
174. EHU584C
West Riding 537, EHU584C, a 1965 Bristol FLF6G which was accquired along with other Bristol Lodekkas to replace the ill-fated Guy Wufrunians.
Photo taken 1977, Wakefield Bus Station
West Riding 537, EHU584C, a 1965 Bristol FLF6G which was accquired along with other Bristol Lodekkas to replace the ill-fated Guy Wufrunians.
Photo taken 1977, Wakefield Bus Station
175. FHW154D
Preserved ex-Bristol Greyhound 2148, FHW154D, a Bristol MW6G with ECW C39F body, new in April 1966.
Photo taken Sunday 10 October 2004, Canvey Island
Preserved ex-Bristol Greyhound 2148, FHW154D, a Bristol MW6G with ECW C39F body, new in April 1966.
Photo taken Sunday 10 October 2004, Canvey Island
176. FHW155D
Garelochhead Coach Services, Helensburgh, 121 FHW155D Bristol MW6G built in 1966 with ECW C39F bodywork. This had been new as Bristol 2149.
Photo taken July 1977, Garelochhead CS garage
Garelochhead Coach Services, Helensburgh, 121 FHW155D Bristol MW6G built in 1966 with ECW C39F bodywork. This had been new as Bristol 2149.
Photo taken July 1977, Garelochhead CS garage
177. FHW156D
Bristol Greyhound 2150, FHW156D, Bristol MW6G with ECW 39 seat coach body, new in June 1966.
Photo taken May 2004, Pudsey
Bristol Greyhound 2150, FHW156D, Bristol MW6G with ECW 39 seat coach body, new in June 1966.
Photo taken May 2004, Pudsey
178. FHW156D
Bristol MW coach FHW156D was photographed entering Grantham bus station in August 1987. New to Bristol as their 2150, it is seen here with Kimes, Folkingham.
Photo taken Saturday 22 August 1987, Grantham Bus Station
Bristol MW coach FHW156D was photographed entering Grantham bus station in August 1987. New to Bristol as their 2150, it is seen here with Kimes, Folkingham.
Photo taken Saturday 22 August 1987, Grantham Bus Station
179. FHW157D
Bristol FLF6G FHW157D, new 1967 to Bristol OC.
Photo taken February 1982, Motts Travel yard, near Aylesbury
Bristol FLF6G FHW157D, new 1967 to Bristol OC.
Photo taken February 1982, Motts Travel yard, near Aylesbury
180. FHY128D
Bristol Omnibus 7258, FHY128D, a 1966 Bristol FLF6G with ECW H38/32F bodywork
Photo taken Tuesday 30 March 1982, Durdham Down
Bristol Omnibus 7258, FHY128D, a 1966 Bristol FLF6G with ECW H38/32F bodywork
Photo taken Tuesday 30 March 1982, Durdham Down
181. GAE881D
Bristol Omnibus Bristol FLF6G C7260, GAE881D, a 1966 Bristol FLF6G is seen in Versailles when working for Top Deck Travel.
Photo taken Thursday 20 October 1983, Versailles, France
Bristol Omnibus Bristol FLF6G C7260, GAE881D, a 1966 Bristol FLF6G is seen in Versailles when working for Top Deck Travel.
Photo taken Thursday 20 October 1983, Versailles, France
182. GAE882D
West Riding 447, GAE882D, a 1966 Bristol FLF6G with an ECW H38/32F body, new to Bristol Omnibus Co as C7261. It was transferred to West Riding as a Wulfrunian replacement and was pictured in Wakefield Bus Station before renumbering as 539 in 1971.
Photo taken 1970, Wakefield Bus Station
West Riding 447, GAE882D, a 1966 Bristol FLF6G with an ECW H38/32F body, new to Bristol Omnibus Co as C7261. It was transferred to West Riding as a Wulfrunian replacement and was pictured in Wakefield Bus Station before renumbering as 539 in 1971.
Photo taken 1970, Wakefield Bus Station
183. GAE883D
Bristol Omnibus 7262, GAE883D, a 1966 Bristol FLF6G with ECW H38/32F bodywork.
Photo taken Thursday 5 April 1990, Colston Avenue, Bristol
Bristol Omnibus 7262, GAE883D, a 1966 Bristol FLF6G with ECW H38/32F bodywork.
Photo taken Thursday 5 April 1990, Colston Avenue, Bristol
184. GAE884D
West Riding 540, GAE884D, a 1966 Bristol Lodekka FLF6G stands in Wakefield bus station. New to Bristol Omnibus as their C7623, the Lodekka was originally 448 in the West Riding fleet being renumbered 540 in 1971 the year after it was acquired.
Photo taken Thursday 19 June 1975, Wakefield Bus Station
West Riding 540, GAE884D, a 1966 Bristol Lodekka FLF6G stands in Wakefield bus station. New to Bristol Omnibus as their C7623, the Lodekka was originally 448 in the West Riding fleet being renumbered 540 in 1971 the year after it was acquired.
Photo taken Thursday 19 June 1975, Wakefield Bus Station
185. HAE275D
West Riding 541, HAE275D, was ex Bristol Omnibus C7266, an FLF6G of 1966. It soon moved to Yorkshire to become one of the many Lodekkas brought in to replace the Wulfrunians.
Photo taken circa 1975, Wakefield Bus Station
West Riding 541, HAE275D, was ex Bristol Omnibus C7266, an FLF6G of 1966. It soon moved to Yorkshire to become one of the many Lodekkas brought in to replace the Wulfrunians.
Photo taken circa 1975, Wakefield Bus Station
186. HHW452D
HHW452D is a Bristol MW5G with ECW B45F body, new to Bristol in1966.
Photo taken Sunday 7 July 2019, Beccles
HHW452D is a Bristol MW5G with ECW B45F body, new to Bristol in1966.
Photo taken Sunday 7 July 2019, Beccles
187. HHW454D
Bristol Omnibus 7271, HHW454D, a 1966 Bristol FLF6B with ECW H38/32F bodywork.
Photo taken Thursday 29 July 1982, Westbury Road, Bristol
Bristol Omnibus 7271, HHW454D, a 1966 Bristol FLF6B with ECW H38/32F bodywork.
Photo taken Thursday 29 July 1982, Westbury Road, Bristol
188. HHW460D
Bristol Omnibus 7277, HHW460D, a 1966 Bristol FLF6G with ECW H38/32F bodywork
Photo taken Tuesday 30 March 1982, Gipsy Patch Lane, Bristol
Bristol Omnibus 7277, HHW460D, a 1966 Bristol FLF6G with ECW H38/32F bodywork
Photo taken Tuesday 30 March 1982, Gipsy Patch Lane, Bristol
189. HHY186D
Preserved Bristol C7283, HHY186D, a Bristol FLF6G with ECW H38/32F body, new in November 1966.
Photo taken Saturday 16 June 2012, East Anglia Transport Museum, Carlton Colville
Preserved Bristol C7283, HHY186D, a Bristol FLF6G with ECW H38/32F body, new in November 1966.
Photo taken Saturday 16 June 2012, East Anglia Transport Museum, Carlton Colville
190. HHY186D
Rear view of Bristol FLF C7283, HHY186D, showing the 4 track number display
Photo taken Saturday 16 June 2012, East Anglia Transport Museum, Carlton Colville
Rear view of Bristol FLF C7283, HHY186D, showing the 4 track number display
Photo taken Saturday 16 June 2012, East Anglia Transport Museum, Carlton Colville
191. HHY681D
Lincolnshire 2714, HHY181D, a Bristol Lodekka FLF6G with ECW H38/32F body, originally Bristol Omnibus C7278.
Photo taken Saturday 19 July 1980, Scunthorpe Bus Station
Lincolnshire 2714, HHY181D, a Bristol Lodekka FLF6G with ECW H38/32F body, originally Bristol Omnibus C7278.
Photo taken Saturday 19 July 1980, Scunthorpe Bus Station
192. JAE613D
Already illustrated in NBC red, West Riding 547, JAE631D, Bristol Lodekka at Leeds Bus station four years earlier. Was this bus in "Tilling Green" at this point or did West Riding repaint it? Captain Birdseye has abandoned his fish fingers for a trip to the seaside!
Photo taken Friday 14 July 1972, Leeds Central Bus Station
Already illustrated in NBC red, West Riding 547, JAE631D, Bristol Lodekka at Leeds Bus station four years earlier. Was this bus in "Tilling Green" at this point or did West Riding repaint it? Captain Birdseye has abandoned his fish fingers for a trip to the seaside!
Photo taken Friday 14 July 1972, Leeds Central Bus Station
193. JAE627D
Bristol Omnibus 7287, JAE627D, a 1966 Bristol FLF6B with ECW H38/32F bodywork.
Photo taken Saturday 19 September 1981, bristol Parkway Station
Bristol Omnibus 7287, JAE627D, a 1966 Bristol FLF6B with ECW H38/32F bodywork.
Photo taken Saturday 19 September 1981, bristol Parkway Station
194. JAE630D
West Riding 546, JAE630D, a 1966 Bristol FLF6G, one of a number that came from Bristol to replace Guy Wulfrunians.
Photo taken 1970s, Leeds Central Bus Station
West Riding 546, JAE630D, a 1966 Bristol FLF6G, one of a number that came from Bristol to replace Guy Wulfrunians.
Photo taken 1970s, Leeds Central Bus Station
195. JAE631D
West Riding Bristol FLF6G / ECW 547, JAE631D. Formerly Bristol Omnibus Co. C7291 and transferred as part of a batch to West Riding in 1969/70 (initially as no 455) to replace Guy Wulfrunians.
Photo taken August 1976, Wakefield Bus Station
West Riding Bristol FLF6G / ECW 547, JAE631D. Formerly Bristol Omnibus Co. C7291 and transferred as part of a batch to West Riding in 1969/70 (initially as no 455) to replace Guy Wulfrunians.
Photo taken August 1976, Wakefield Bus Station
196. HOR590E
Bristol Omnibus 8602, HOR590E a 1967 Leyland Atlantean/Roe. Originally with King Alfred this Atlantean passed via Hants & Dorset to Bristol Omnibus for use as an open-topper. Judging by the marks below the engine cover it looks as though it is suffering from the usual PDR1/2 flywheel oil loss problems.
Photo taken Tuesday 7 July 1981, Uphill Wharf, Weston-super-Mare
Bristol Omnibus 8602, HOR590E a 1967 Leyland Atlantean/Roe. Originally with King Alfred this Atlantean passed via Hants & Dorset to Bristol Omnibus for use as an open-topper. Judging by the marks below the engine cover it looks as though it is suffering from the usual PDR1/2 flywheel oil loss problems.
Photo taken Tuesday 7 July 1981, Uphill Wharf, Weston-super-Mare
197. JHW63E
Bristol Omnibus 7295, JHW63E, a 1967 Bristol FLF6B with ECW H38/32F bodywork
Photo taken Saturday 22 August 1981, Filton Road, Bristol
Bristol Omnibus 7295, JHW63E, a 1967 Bristol FLF6B with ECW H38/32F bodywork
Photo taken Saturday 22 August 1981, Filton Road, Bristol
198. LAE348E
Another shot of Southend Carnival, this time of NIBS (Nelson Independent Bus Services of Wickford) appropriately promoting the Yellow Advertiser newspaper! LAE348E was ex-Bristol Omnibus RELL/ECW 1013.
Photo taken c.1986, Chalkwell Avenue, Southend
Another shot of Southend Carnival, this time of NIBS (Nelson Independent Bus Services of Wickford) appropriately promoting the Yellow Advertiser newspaper! LAE348E was ex-Bristol Omnibus RELL/ECW 1013.
Photo taken c.1986, Chalkwell Avenue, Southend
199. LHA615F
Bristol Omnibus 8606, LHA615F a 1967 Daimler Fleetline/Alexander. A former Midland Red vehicle converted to open top by Bristol Omnibus.
Photo taken Tuesday 7 July 1981, Beach Road, Weston-super-Mare
Bristol Omnibus 8606, LHA615F a 1967 Daimler Fleetline/Alexander. A former Midland Red vehicle converted to open top by Bristol Omnibus.
Photo taken Tuesday 7 July 1981, Beach Road, Weston-super-Mare
200. OHW596F
Brutonian Bristol RE 30, OHW596F, (which started life as Bristol 1084) and Shaftesbury and District 7106EL.
Photo taken Wednesday 17 December 1986, Trinity Street, Dorchester
Brutonian Bristol RE 30, OHW596F, (which started life as Bristol 1084) and Shaftesbury and District 7106EL.
Photo taken Wednesday 17 December 1986, Trinity Street, Dorchester
201. NHU196F
Bristol Omnibuses 1062, NHU196F, was a Bristol RELL6L with ECW B53F bodywork, which had been new in March 1968.
Photo taken 1969, Central Bus Station, Cardiff
Bristol Omnibuses 1062, NHU196F, was a Bristol RELL6L with ECW B53F bodywork, which had been new in March 1968.
Photo taken 1969, Central Bus Station, Cardiff
202. NHW306F
Bristol 2052, NHW306F, a Bristol RELH6L built in 1968 with ECW C47F bodywork but downgraded for DP duties when photographed.
Photo taken September 1977, Bristol Temple Meads Station
Bristol 2052, NHW306F, a Bristol RELH6L built in 1968 with ECW C47F bodywork but downgraded for DP duties when photographed.
Photo taken September 1977, Bristol Temple Meads Station
203. OHU764F
Bristol G1075, OHU764F, a Bristol RELL6L built in 1968 with ECW B44D bodywork.
Photo taken September 1981, Clarence Street, Gloucester
Bristol G1075, OHU764F, a Bristol RELL6L built in 1968 with ECW B44D bodywork.
Photo taken September 1981, Clarence Street, Gloucester
204. RHT141G
Bristol 1092, RHT141G, a Bristol RELL6L built in 1968 with ECW B53F bodywork.
Photo taken October 1983, Street
Bristol 1092, RHT141G, a Bristol RELL6L built in 1968 with ECW B53F bodywork.
Photo taken October 1983, Street
205. 969EHW
A second shot of former Bath Services Lodekka LD6G L8515, 969EHW, outside the newly built 'Hungry Horse’ pub/eating establishment which is named 'The Lodekka' in deference to its location very close to the former Bristol Commercial Vehicles works.
Photo taken Sunday 11 August 2013
A second shot of former Bath Services Lodekka LD6G L8515, 969EHW, outside the newly built 'Hungry Horse’ pub/eating establishment which is named 'The Lodekka' in deference to its location very close to the former Bristol Commercial Vehicles works.
Photo taken Sunday 11 August 2013
206. THU354G
This Bristol RESL6L was new to Bristol Omnibus as their 508, THU354G in 1969 but now carries United livery to commemorate fifty years of United REs. Whatever the pros and cons of this type of cosmetic exercise the bus, does look good if inaccurate as it never ran for United. It is seen in Skipton at the Aire Valley Running day
Photo taken Sunday 13 October 2013, Coach Street, Skipton
This Bristol RESL6L was new to Bristol Omnibus as their 508, THU354G in 1969 but now carries United livery to commemorate fifty years of United REs. Whatever the pros and cons of this type of cosmetic exercise the bus, does look good if inaccurate as it never ran for United. It is seen in Skipton at the Aire Valley Running day
Photo taken Sunday 13 October 2013, Coach Street, Skipton
207. UHY634H
Bristol Omnibus 1139, UHY634H a 1970 Bristol RELL6L with ECW B44D bodywork and (in larger photo version) 7276, a 1966 Bristol FLF6G with ECW H38/28F bodywork
Photo taken Monday 29 March 1982, Knowle West
Bristol Omnibus 1139, UHY634H a 1970 Bristol RELL6L with ECW B44D bodywork and (in larger photo version) 7276, a 1966 Bristol FLF6G with ECW H38/28F bodywork
Photo taken Monday 29 March 1982, Knowle West
208. UHY638H
Bristol Omnibus 1143, UHY638H a 1970 Bristol RELL6L with ECW B44D bodywork
Photo taken Thursday 29 July 1982, Haymarket, Bristol
Bristol Omnibus 1143, UHY638H a 1970 Bristol RELL6L with ECW B44D bodywork
Photo taken Thursday 29 July 1982, Haymarket, Bristol
209. WHW374H
Former Bristol Omnibus 2062, WHW374H, Bristol RELH6L with ECW DP49F body, new in June 1970
Photo taken Sunday 16 July 2006, Alton
Former Bristol Omnibus 2062, WHW374H, Bristol RELH6L with ECW DP49F body, new in June 1970
Photo taken Sunday 16 July 2006, Alton
210. WHW380H
Bristol 2068, WHW380H, a Bristol RELH with ECW DP49F body, new in July 1970
Photo taken c. Oct 1971, Cardiff Bus Station
Bristol 2068, WHW380H, a Bristol RELH with ECW DP49F body, new in July 1970
Photo taken c. Oct 1971, Cardiff Bus Station
211. AHT219J
Bristol C1235, AHT219J, a Bristol RELL6G with ECW B44D body, new in June 1971.
Photo taken c. September 1972, Bristol Temple Meads Station
Bristol C1235, AHT219J, a Bristol RELL6G with ECW B44D body, new in June 1971.
Photo taken c. September 1972, Bristol Temple Meads Station
212. EHW314K
Bristol 2090, EHW314K, a Bristol RELH6G built in 1971 with Plaxton Panorama Elite II C47F bodywork.
Photo taken October 1983, Edward Street, Weymouth
Bristol 2090, EHW314K, a Bristol RELH6G built in 1971 with Plaxton Panorama Elite II C47F bodywork.
Photo taken October 1983, Edward Street, Weymouth
213. YAE441J
Bristol C1178, YAE441J, a Bristol RELL6L built in 1971 with ECW B44D bodywork.
Photo taken September 1977, Bristol Temple Meads Station
Bristol C1178, YAE441J, a Bristol RELL6L built in 1971 with ECW B44D bodywork.
Photo taken September 1977, Bristol Temple Meads Station
214. CHU165J
Bristol Omnibus 1250, CHU165J, a 1972 Bristol RELL6L with ECW B44D bodywork
Photo taken Saturday 22 August 1981, Temple Gate, Bristol
Bristol Omnibus 1250, CHU165J, a 1972 Bristol RELL6L with ECW B44D bodywork
Photo taken Saturday 22 August 1981, Temple Gate, Bristol
215. DAE511K
Preserved ex-Bristol MH1257, DAE511K, a Bristol RELL6L with ECW body built in January 1972.
Photo taken Sunday 19 July 2009, Alton
Preserved ex-Bristol MH1257, DAE511K, a Bristol RELL6L with ECW body built in January 1972.
Photo taken Sunday 19 July 2009, Alton
216. DAE511K
In the days prior to the formation of the NBC, Bristol Omnibus devised this attractive livery for one man buses. Seen a good distance from Fishponds and Hotwells is Bristol RELL6L 1257, DAE511K, a 1972 example which was delivered as a 44 seat two door bus. It was rebuilt to one door configuration in 1982 and survived with Bristol Omnibus and its successors until 1993 when it was withdrawn. It is seen in Martinstown in Dorset taking part in the West Country Historic Omnibus and Transport Trust rally held at Dorchester
Photo taken Sunday 16 August 2015, Martinstown, Dorset
In the days prior to the formation of the NBC, Bristol Omnibus devised this attractive livery for one man buses. Seen a good distance from Fishponds and Hotwells is Bristol RELL6L 1257, DAE511K, a 1972 example which was delivered as a 44 seat two door bus. It was rebuilt to one door configuration in 1982 and survived with Bristol Omnibus and its successors until 1993 when it was withdrawn. It is seen in Martinstown in Dorset taking part in the West Country Historic Omnibus and Transport Trust rally held at Dorchester
Photo taken Sunday 16 August 2015, Martinstown, Dorset
217. DHW293K
King Afred watches down on preserved Bristol 353, DHW293K, a Bristol LH6L with ECW B43F body, new in 1972, reseated to B42F a few months later.
Photo taken Monday 2 May 2022, The Broadway, Winchester
King Afred watches down on preserved Bristol 353, DHW293K, a Bristol LH6L with ECW B43F body, new in 1972, reseated to B42F a few months later.
Photo taken Monday 2 May 2022, The Broadway, Winchester
218. GHY132K
New to Bristol as their 2070, GHY132K, this Bristol RELL6G carries a dual purpose ECW body. It is seen loading at Meadowhall Interchange in Sheffield when working for the Northern Bus Comany of Dinnington.
Photo taken Saturday 28 March 1992, Meadowhall, Sheffield
New to Bristol as their 2070, GHY132K, this Bristol RELL6G carries a dual purpose ECW body. It is seen loading at Meadowhall Interchange in Sheffield when working for the Northern Bus Comany of Dinnington.
Photo taken Saturday 28 March 1992, Meadowhall, Sheffield