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DorsetWonderful Weymouth, the gateway to perfect Portland!
Weymouth, a picturesque classic, quintessentially English coastal town in Dorset is an invigorating gem waiting to be devoured. What’s more, it is also the gateway to the truly fantastic perfect, Portland Coaster open top bus from First, which ventures out to Portland Castle and to Portland Bill and the opportunity to explore one of Henry […]
YorkshireHowzat for an amazing, six-hitting Scarborough seaside sojourn this week!
County cricket returns to Scarborough this week with Yorkshire taking on Essex on Tuesday (6th August) and then on Thursday they welcome Leicestershire – both games are in the One Day Cup. There’s few more celebrated and idyllic venues to watch cricket than at Scarborough’s wonderful North Marine Road ground which is on top of […]
CumbriaPoetry in motion on the Stagecoach 599, where words speak volumes
Grasmere is one of the most picturesque villages in the UK and offers and enchanted, perfect blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and cultural richness. A trip to this paradisical place is no better undertaken than on the brilliant Stagecoach 599 open-top bus route, which provides an unrivalled vantage point to absorb the stunning landscapes […]
ScotlandBrilliant Botanical Gardens on the Bright Bus Britannia Tour!
For the ultimate exploration of Edinburgh, then the brilliant orange Bright Bus runs two fab tours – one throughout the City and the heart of its medieval melting pot and the other to the Royal Yacht Britannia. Both are amazing and folk can enjoy a combined ticket valid for 48 hours that enables you to […]
GloucestershireCharming Cheltenham, the gateway to the Cotswolds, Chepstow & beyond!
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Cotswolds, Cheltenham is a charming town that boasts an irresistible blend of regency elegance, cultural richness, and vibrant modernity. Known as the ‘Cultural Centre of the Cotswolds,’ this beautiful spa town offers tourists a vast array of experiences, from mesmerising historical landmarks to contemporary attractions, making it a […]
CornwallPerfect Plymouth and a Tamar Treat
It’s one of the most iconic and historic cities in the UK – Plymouth is a barnstorming, brilliant place for a scenic sojourn with so much to see and do! It’s also a great crossroads for some fantastic journeys in the Great Scenic Journeys collection and is also really easy to get to from the […]
CornwallA Cornish cove that’s the ultimate hidden gem retreat!
It doesn’t get more spectacular than a trip down to Cornwall and on the incredible Land’s End Coaster bus from Penzance to St. Ives. What’s more, this adventure couldn’t be easier too, with the train from the Midlands, North and Scotland on Cross Country Trains or from London on Great Western Railway straight into Penzance […]
CambridgeshireLet’s guide you to Fen Drayton Lakes on the super Stagecoach Guided Busway!
The Guided Busway between Cambridge and Huntingdon is a journey with such an array of fascinating things to see, that’s it’s hard to decide on a favourite part of the route! A trip onboard the bus is an attraction in itself, just by nature of it being a ‘guided busway’, which is a dedicated path […]
JerseyThe freedom of Jersey with a Libertybus staycation!
Planning a staycation can be just as exciting as a trip abroad, especially when your destination is the picturesque island of Jersey. Nestled in the English Channel, Jersey offers a unique blend of stunning landscapes, rich history, and charming local culture. And the best part? You can explore it all using the Libertybus, making your […]
YorkshireOozing with pride on the 72 to Grassington next Saturday!
Grassington’s a great place every day of the week and with so much to be proud about – the amazing bus route 72, run by Keighley Bus Company for starters and then the jaw-dropping Dales scenery, meandering, twisting and turning roads, through lush green pastures, past lovely independent shops and cafes, stone walled cottages with […]
YorkshireBarnstorming Beachcomber the gateway to peaceful Peasholm Park
It’s one of the showpiece, jewel in the crown attractions in Yorkshire – the Beachcomber open top bus from Scarborough town centre along the seafront is a pure delight. Over the next few weeks and to celebrate its return to service for 2024, we’re showcasing some of the fab destinations it serves. Today, we take […]
CornwallPenzance – the pinnacle of scenic perfection
When it comes to trips in the Great Scenic Journeys collection, the Land’s End Coaster, from fantastic First Bus always crops up in the conversation among scenic thrill seekers – it’s a particular favourite of many, with its stunning clifftop views over the Atlantic Ocean below as the bus winds it’s way up to Land’s […]
WalesSwanning around Swansea with so much to see and do!
Swansea is a city that offers a delightful blend of natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant modern attractions. From stunning beaches to cultural hotspots, this charming city has something for everyone, making it a perfect destination for a memorable getaway and no more so than on the terrific Traws Cymru bus network. The T6 from […]