Showbus Weekend Initial Report

Peterborough Sat 23^rd Sept

Spoilt only by one of the council bus drivers who said I might get my camera broken, so at odds with everyone else there who were all so friendly, lots of bus enthusiast around, overspill from Cambridge pre Showbus. 1^st bus in was an Emblings Bristol VR, that set the tone for a most interesting visit. Lots of independents, often up to 5 operators in views and lots of investment by Stagecoach in new vehicles. Highly recommended for a visit. It was slightly overcast but came out sunny later.

Cambridge. Sat 23^rd Sept.

The usual band of enthusiasts gathering in even greater numbers bewildering the university freshers arriving that week. Lots of bus activity and new city centre shuttle with Solos, plenty to see and the weather was great. What more could anyone want.

Showbus Sunday 24^th Sept.

The best ever, sublime, a short early morning shower, a slight breeze, it got warmer and sunnier as the day went on. We had our best ever days business there, thanks to everyone who came and talked however briefly, we hope that everyone enjoyed the many bargain books and videos as well as all the new DVD stock including golden oldies out on DVD for the first time. Bus wise they just came flooding in, there seemed more than ever, I filmed from 8 onwards through to nearly 12 midday including the Routemaster ‘Gold’ run with airside shots of the parade. We are proud to be the official film and for access granted. Well done to the Showbus team, it all came together. The only gripes were the queues waiting to pass through the entry booths; some waited 45 minutes to get their bus through.