Bus News
First Kernow purchases Webber Coaches assets
First Kernow has announced the purchase of various assets and contracts from Bodmin, Cornwall-based Webbers Coaches.
Cornwall
Coach News
First major service station opens in Cornwall
The services provide 15 dedicated coach parking spaces and a filling station which is open 24 hours a day
Drivers
Driver receives award from Devonport charity
The award recognises customer care given to people with learning disabilities in Cornwall First Plymouth driver Gino Contrino was recently given an award for his customer care for people with learning disabilities by charity People […]
Bus News
All change in Cornwall contracts
First has won the contracts to operate 13 additional routes in following a retendering exercise by Cornwall Council. From April 1, First has won the following services, which are currently operated by Western Greyhound: 445, […]
Bus News
£2.4m funding for Cornwall and 50p flat fare proposal
Council to seek permission from government to pilot charging concessionary pass-holding passengers 50p flat rate Cornwall Council has backed plans to allocate £2.4m to rural bus routes under threat alongside proposals to get permission from […]
Uncategorized
Bakers Dolphin expands to Cornish customers
Weston-super-Mare-based Bakers Dolphin is expanding its coach holidays to include pickups from Cornwall. The West Country coach operator is offering a door-to-door service with free home pick-ups for anyone who lives within 10 miles of […]
Tourism
Stunning setting for castle of legends
Tintagel Castle, supposed birthplace of King Arthur, is a great touring destination for groups of all ages. It is located on the North Cornwall coast, with dramatic views, fascinating ruins and a beachside café, making […]
Bus News
Cornwall reveals true effects of subsidy cuts
Cornwall Council has admitted at least one in ten bus services in the county will be withdrawn as a result of cuts to funding the concessionary fares scheme. The council is in negotiations with bus […]
Bus News
Cornwall Council to retender entire supported network
Cornwall Council has said it has been left with “no alternative” but to retender the county’s entire supported bus network. The council said a significant reduction in government funding has led to the authority having […]
