Stagecoach North West Discussion

[KendalKing]

16447 and 16331 both arrived at lancaster today to replace 16666/7 we think have departed north lillyhall or Carlisle.

It would of made more sense, if they replaced 16661 & 16662, which are the most unrelaible.

 

[Dallamlad]

Latest SC order breakdown for those who havn't seen them:

http://www.stagecoach.com/media/news-releases/2012/02-22-2012-uk-bus-new-orders.aspx

 

[cainebj]

16667 been out on Moorclose 50, it was replaced by 47059 early afternoon.

 

[Blindtraveler]

wonfr where the writes are going? Thats certainly a departure for them.

 

[mbonwick]

The Wright Eclipses are for Cambridge Guided Busway services as, unlike ADL products, you can fit guide-wheels to them (something to do with where the struts/bracing for the body at the front is I believe?)

 

[Gez.SCNW]

It's an assumption but all I'm saying is 23...

A fair assumption, but you know how dangerous that is

 

[Dallamlad]

A fair assumption, but you know how dangerous that is

Oh yes and seeing as most of my 'assumptions, guesses, predictions' are wrong I'm looking forward to some surprised!

 

[TRN481V]

PC0000043/305 - RIBBLE MOTOR SERVICES LTD T/A STAGECOACH IN LANCASHIRE, STAGECOACH NORTH WEST, T/A RIBBLE MOTOR SERVICES, BROADACRE HOUSE, 16 - 20 LOWTHER STREET, CARLISLE, CA3 8DA
Registration Accepted
Starting Point: Christ The King High School
Finish Point: Crossens Plough Hotel
Via:
Service Number: 714
Service Type: Normal Stopping
Effective Date: 15-APR-2012
Other Details: Operates Wednesday schooldays only - 1 pm journey

PC0000043/306 - RIBBLE MOTOR SERVICES LTD T/A STAGECOACH IN LANCASHIRE, STAGECOACH NORTH WEST, T/A RIBBLE MOTOR SERVICES, BROADACRE HOUSE, 16 - 20 LOWTHER STREET, CARLISLE, CA3 8DA
Registration Accepted
Starting Point: Christ The King High School
Finish Point: Russell Road
Via:
Service Number: 746
Service Type: Normal Stopping
Effective Date: 15-APR-2012
Other Details: Operates Wednesday schooldays only - 1 pm journey

PC0000043/307 - RIBBLE MOTOR SERVICES LTD T/A STAGECOACH IN LANCASHIRE, STAGECOACH NORTH WEST, T/A RIBBLE MOTOR SERVICES, BROADACRE HOUSE, 16 - 20 LOWTHER STREET, CARLISLE, CA3 8DA
Registration Accepted
Starting Point: Bispham Road
Finish Point: Stanley High Sports College
Via:
Service Number: 762
Service Type: Normal Stopping
Effective Date: 15-APR-2012
Other Details: Operates schooldays only - 1 am journey

PC0000043/308 - RIBBLE MOTOR SERVICES LTD T/A STAGECOACH IN LANCASHIRE, STAGECOACH NORTH WEST, T/A RIBBLE MOTOR SERVICES, BROADACRE HOUSE, 16 - 20 LOWTHER STREET, CARLISLE, CA3 8DA
Registration Accepted
Starting Point: Marshside
Finish Point: King George V College
Via:
Service Number: 763
Service Type: Normal Stopping
Effective Date: 15-APR-2012
Other Details: Operates schooldays only - 1 am journey

PC0000043/309 - RIBBLE MOTOR SERVICES LTD T/A STAGECOACH IN LANCASHIRE, STAGECOACH NORTH WEST, T/A RIBBLE MOTOR SERVICES, BROADACRE HOUSE, 16 - 20 LOWTHER STREET, CARLISLE, CA3 8DA
Registration Accepted
Starting Point: Greenbank High School
Finish Point: Blowick
Via:
Service Number: 713
Service Type: Normal Stopping
Effective Date: 15-APR-2012
Other Details: Operates schooldays only - 1 pm journey

PC0000043/310 - RIBBLE MOTOR SERVICES LTD T/A STAGECOACH IN LANCASHIRE, STAGECOACH NORTH WEST, T/A RIBBLE MOTOR SERVICES, BROADACRE HOUSE, 16 - 20 LOWTHER STREET, CARLISLE, CA3 8DA
Registration Accepted
Starting Point: Greenbank High School
Finish Point: Blowick
Via:
Service Number: 716
Service Type: Normal Stopping
Effective Date: 15-APR-2012
Other Details: Operates schooldays only - 1 pm journey

Very strange developments. These services must be being provided by either Preston or Chorley (can't really see Gillmoss taking them on!) but how on earth could they be economically viable? Unless of course, Stagecoach are viewing them as 'loss leaders'...?

 

[mbonwick]

Look more like contract services - possibly the aftermath of Walton Swift collasping? I think the time period is about right for long term contracts to be sorted.

 

[TRN481V]

They're all Southport services, which Cumfybus currently run.

 

[mbonwick]

In which case, yes they are tendered services. Cumfybus got absolutely wiped out round Southport, losing 90+% of their tendered services.

 

[robertclark125]

In which case, yes they are tendered services. Cumfybus got absolutely wiped out round Southport, losing 90+% of their tendered services.

Didn't they take over almost all of Arriva's school services in Southport a few years ago, Cumfybus that is? If so, big loss for them, and you wonder what the future holds for them in Southport.

 

[Dallamlad]

16331 spotted on the 42 at lunchtime. Also noted 17024 heading to he Uni showing X3 on the blinds, a mistake I wish they would make permenent for the short runs!

 

[Lilly Hall]

Ooooh, new toys!


Welcome A-Long by Richie B, Cumbrian Correspondent!, on Flickr

 

[Dallamlad]

Hope you like those two!!!

Some members may find this interesting:

http://www.plaxtonlimited.co.uk/plaxton/All_News_Items/press_releases/pr_219.html

Stagecoach had ordered some for Megabus

 

[ALX400]

Interesting few months ahead, all i'll say is watch out for an influx of Tridents to CY and PR, weather in the correct Livery or not......

 

[Dallamlad]

Interesting few months ahead, all i'll say is watch out for an influx of Tridents to CY and PR, weather in the correct Livery or not......

Could be a batch of normal liveried tridents and some ex London stuff the way things are going!

 

[Ado 16]

Great picture on this page of the new Optare Water Bus trialling in the Lake District!

 

[TheHovisKid]

Just out of interest, what happened to 10056? It often used to be listed as "Preserved by the company"....

 

[mbonwick]

It was sold to a preservation society, I forget where exactly.

 

[robertclark125]

Just out of interest, what happened to 10056? It often used to be listed as "Preserved by the company"....

Preserved buses are now numbered, I think, in a 19xxx series anyways. Though, 14701 still retains its fleetnumber, and has no 19xxx number.

 

[Gez.SCNW]

It was sold to a preservation society, I forget where exactly.

Hull and Country Bus Preservation Group, got to here before I did, with a little help from a certain Mr Burton

Never heard it as "preserved by the company"

 

[07andrew]

Wheres 16331 at now? has it been withdrawn?

 

[mbonwick]

Hull and Country Bus Preservation Group, got to here before I did, with a little help from a certain Mr Burton

Never heard it as "preserved by the company"

Thanks Gez, having google the name the following page gives a photo:
http://www.freewebs.com/hullandcountrybuspreservationgroup/newarrivals.htm
It appears said group also have ex-10334.

I've also never heard of T56 being "preserved" by Stagecoach, I have heard it referred to as a "celebrity" with "guaranteed preservation post-service" though.

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16331 is currently at Morecambe along with 16447 having been swapped for 16666/7

 

[Dallamlad]

Wheres 16331 at now? has it been withdrawn?

I had a ride on it earlier on a short 3 between Lancs Uni and the city centre. Quick of the line and a smooth ride, didn't smell to good when pulling away tho

 

[Mike Redding]

Does anyone know what's going to happen with buses when the road between the temporary bridge and the northside roundabout in Workington is closed? Basically I need to get to Dunmail Park on Saturday. Will probably just walk it frm the bus station if its an alright day, but wanted to know just in case.

 

[07andrew]

I was never on it at Lillyhall, and does anyone know where the Open Day is this year?

 

[mbonwick]

Oh look, 07andrew is back with a new name.

You know full well where the Open Day is...you've started a thread about it!

 

[Blindtraveler]

oh dear.

 

[Lilly Hall]

Does anyone know what's going to happen with buses when the road between the temporary bridge and the northside roundabout in Workington is closed? Basically I need to get to Dunmail Park on Saturday. Will probably just walk it frm the bus station if its an alright day, but wanted to know just in case.

W'ton - M'port;
Across the river, right at the roundabout, along the riverside, left at the roundabout, up over Calva, left at Seaton shops, down Lowca Lane and right at the bottom.

M'port - W'ton; the reverse.

AIUI there will be no service to Northside/Siddick/Dunmail during the works