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ScotlandFantastic Fort William by super scenic Scottish Citylink
With 74% of Brits planning to pursue outdoor hobbies in 2026, 1.1 million entering the ballot for the 2026 London Marathon (a world record that’s nearly double the figure from two years ago) and a quick Instagram search of #hiking bringing up over 90.9 million posts, the appetite for adventure has never been stronger. Fort […]
KentCastle, cobbles and coffee by bus to Rochester!
Situated right in the heart of the Garden of England, the thriving market town of Rochester stands upon centuries of incredible history. A major trade and maritime hub on the River Medway, Rochester is home to one of the most distinctive town centres in Britain, brimming with both fascinating history and local independent businesses. From […]
LancashireAction-packed Accrington’s a gem of a trip out by brilliant bus
Accrington Stanley, who are they? The iconic milk ad, for most people (or at least those pre the oat and almond generation) is quite often, the only reference point for this Lancashire town. But Accrington is more than a throwaway line. It’s a spirited, community-driven hidden gem in Lancashire that’s built on history, culture and […]
KentThe Chatham chat tells us buses are brilliant for some Medway magic!
Let’s be real, Chatham probably isn’t first on your bucket list of UK destinations to visit. A quick TikTok search of this Kent town brings up high-street vox-pops reducing it to classic stereotypes, delivered in that typical, ever-charming and cheerful British way (not!). But perhaps this is the real appeal of Chatham – the sense […]
YorkshireMalton Masterpiece by the Moors
Whilst residents of Malton may not still be surviving on pork, cabbage, lentils and garum, this Roman town still pulls in the turba – for both its thriving food scene and wealth of ancient history. Set along the picturesque River Derwent, Malton blends centuries-old heritage with a modern, independent spirit, making it one of North […]
YorkshireA visit to classy Auntie Harrogate in style on the 36
If British towns were people, there’s no doubt that Yorkshire would make the most interesting of families. There’s York, the grandad with the never-ending cool stories. Leeds, the trendy cousin you always looked up to and Scarborough, the rambunctious kid sister who never shuts up. But within this chaos, there’s Harrogate. The classy auntie who’ll […]
NorthumberlandNo weariness on Weardale 773 for our intrepid Scenic Explorer!
There’s some real hidden gem journeys out there within the Great Scenic Journeys collection and one of our favourites is the super 773 from Consett to Blanchland, ever so deep in the heart of County Durham. We sent our North East scenic thrill-seeker, Alex Nelson out on an expedition last week. Alex lifts the lid […]
EssexKonect to Colchester, for Flemish fun, Roman revolts, wonderful wildlife and nocturnal nuance
The only way is Essex right now Well may winter be drawing in, but cosmopolitan, charming Colchester is THE place to give you a fillip as the clocks change and the dark nights draw in. What’s more customer-centric Konect Bus is primed to take you there from across the county or if you are travelling […]
EssexGaze out to sea at Walton-on-the-Naze with Konectbus!
Buses are brilliant and the only way is Essex for our intrepid Great Scenic Journeys mystery shopper this week! Tucked along the Essex coastline, Walton-on-the-Naze has all the makings of a quintessential English seaside town: a long pier, brightly coloured beach huts, and wide sandy beaches that seem designed for bucket-and-spade days. Yet there’s more […]
EssexClacton’s a classic coastal treat for scenic thrill seekers by bus!
Clacton-on-Sea might be best known for candyfloss, arcades, and the unmistakable cry of gulls wheeling over the pier, but beneath the holiday-postcard image is a town with a fascinating past, eclectic cultural highlights, and even a few famous names to its credit. Set on the sunshine coast of Essex, served by the convenient and […]
Tyne and WearSuper scenic South Shields is easy with the E1 from scintillating Sunderland!
South Shields, a coastal gem nestled at the mouth of the River Tyne in northeast England, is a place where sea breeze, history, and local character come together in a vibrant tapestry of northern life. Often overlooked in favour of its larger neighbours Newcastle and Sunderland, South Shields holds its own with a charm that’s […]
NorthumberlandHeaven is the 477 bus to Holy Island
There are some gems of journeys in the Great Scenic Journeys collection, but in deep in Northumberland, there’s a heavenly trip to be devoured, and one so utterly stupendous, words don’t do it justice, even though we will try! It’s one of the most incredible, jaw-dropping adventures by bus in the UK and beyond, one […]
Tyne and WearIt’s easy with the E1 for seaside scenery and Sunderland serenading!
It’s a cracker of a journey, and there really is something wonderfully effortless about jumping on Stagecoach’s E1 bus from South Shields to Sunderland, a trip of seaside japery and scenic thrills and spills. This service from super Stagecoach, this route hugs the northeast coastline, offering a relaxed, fun-packed ride straddling sandy beaches, seaside parks, […]