Coaches
Perfect harmony
MM Band Services has made a name for itself transporting some of the world’s best-known artists. Angela Youngman found out more Ever wondered what it is like to transport music stars around Europe from gig […]
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Coach Driver Profile
An operator for all seasons
Alan Payling meets up with Alan Davies, owner of Alan Davies Travel of West Bromwich, and finds an owner-operator who has been on the road for over 50 years, as both man and boy If […]
Catering for Coaches
A stand-out destination
York has a long and fascinating and history, offering a great deal for coach parties. Angela Youngman runs through some highlights Perennially popular, York has always been a magnet for tourists. The towering grandeur of […]
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How times change
Roger Bull of R.B. Travel gives Peter Jackson an insight into his company, and reflects on his career 55 years after it began Based in Kettering, Northamptonshire, R.B. Travel today has a smart and varied […]
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Was it really twenty years ago today?
Alan Payling has a look through some memorabilia from his time with Wallace Arnold at the turn of the century, material he is donating to a good home to preserve it for posterity. He also […]
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Felix gets extra OB
Felix of Long Melford, Suffolk, has acquired a further Bedford OB, bringing the number of these vehicles in its heritage fleet to three. The latest addition, a 1950 Duple-bodied example, was new as GBL200 to […]
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On the waterfront at Plymouth’s Royal William Yard
Alan Payling visits a hidden and historic gem on Plymouth’s waterfront that would be the highlight of a trip to Plymouth whether passengers arrive by coach or by boat Plymouth’s association with the country’s maritime […]
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Space, the final frontier
Much has been written about facilities for passengers when travelling on a touring coach. Less has been written about the facilities for couriers. Coach tourism specialist Stuart Render takes a look at the courier’s workplace, […]
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‘Timing, location & determination’
The last year and a half has seen rapid growth at south Lincolnshire operator GDS Travel, based in Long Sutton. Proprietor Gary Salter started running his first school contract in April 2018, but a string […]
Catering for Coaches
A taste of the country and honey in mid-Devon
Alan Payling pays a visit to the heartlands of Devon at South Molton and finds that the place is not just busy, it’s buzzing
