This DVD features various bus events and running days that took place in the spring and early summer of 2024. These events are very important, providing opportunities for enthusiasts and the general public to see and ride on some of the many preserved buses in the UK. Many different buses, both old and new can be seen at these events.
Alexander-Dennis Open Day
This event took place on 27th April 2024 at their Design, Development and Aftermarket Centre in Farnborough, Hants. There were displays of new ADL buses and older Dennis buses, cars and a fire engine. Buses, including a new ADL Enviro400EV demonstrator, and older Enviro400's were giving rides on a route to Aldershot and back.
Bournemouth Bus Rally, Kings Park, Boscombe - 7th July 2024
A good number of former Bournemouth Corporation and Bournemouth Transport buses were in action on several routes, plus other preserved buses from Wilts & Dorset and an ex-Devon General open top Leyland Atlantean.
British Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire Bus Rally - 6th July 2024
This event was organised by the Transport Museum at Wythall, Birmingham. It featured many ex-Birmingham and West Midlands buses, plus a cavalcade of former Royal Blue coaches.
Routemaster 70 - 20th July 2024
This event celebrated the 70th anniversary of the entry into service in London of the first Routemaster in 1954, took place at the Chiswick Business Park which occupies the site of the former London Transport works which was closed in 1990. Over 70 Routemasters attended the event, including the four prototypes. Many of the buses were operated on local routes during the day.
Alton Bus Rally - 21st July 2024
This rally moved to a new venue this year at Alton College which has its own bus station. This proved very useful for the bus services operated by preserved buses in Alton and the surrounding area. There was also a large area of hard standing where many buses were on display. Altogether an excellent day with a wide variety of buses taking part.
Subtitles, no commentary, enjoy the sights & sounds of buses of yesterday and today.
Produced by - Bob Hodges Transport DVD's
Running time - 71 Minutes
Format - 16:9 Widescreen PAL (UK)
DVD only
Released - August 2024
