When planning an itinerary for a London visit, including the Tower Bridge Exhibition would be a popular choice with customers. Based inside the world-famous bridge, groups can witness the great views from the walkways and learn about the fascinating history.
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European LEZ update
The CPT has been advised of some important updates to LEZ operations in the following countries and cities which may affect coach operations. In Italy, Aosta’s winter LEZ re-started in November. Trentino Province has several winter LEZs which re-started November; Levico Terme, Rovereto, Trento, Lavis, Pergine Valsugana and Borgo Valsugana. Ala and Mezzocorona are no [...]
Borismaster debuts in London
Eight new vehicles to enter service on Arriva’s route 38 in February 2012 Nearly a week after the last bendy bus was withdrawn from service, the New Bus for London (NBfL) hit the streets of London, attracting a surge of media frenzy at Trafalgar Square last Friday. Driven by Transport for London (TfL) commissioner Peter [...]
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WWT London Wetland Centre brings nature to the heart of London
Reduced admission prices available for groups larger than 12 The WWT London Wetland Centre brings the countryside to London. Although close to the heart of the capital, it is a haven of tranquility for both wildlife and people. The Wildfowl & Wetlands trust have created many different wildlife habitats such as lakes, pools and gardens [...]
Kew Gardens’ great group rates
The Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, has 121 hectares of gardens and botanical glasshouses in southwest London. Visitors can explore beautiful landscapes, 250 years of history, climb to the treetops, delve into rainforest or enjoy a guided tour.
Abellio London’s bus MD says farewell
Abellio London’s bus MD says farewell Paul McGowan, Abellio London and Surrey’s managing director, is to leave the group at the end of 2011.
LBSL latest tender results
London Bus Services Ltd (LBSL) has released its latest tender results, with a number of changes on routes across London. Metroline has retained its 43, 82, 90, 113/N113, 134, 214, E6 and W7 routes. The 82, 113/N113, 134 and W7 services will run 25, 18, 30 and 16 new double deck buses respectively. The 90, [...]
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Sullivan Buses awarded two routes in latest tenders
Hertfordshire independent Sullivan Buses has won a further 10 vehicles worth of work as Transport for London (TfL) releases its latest tender results. The operator has acquired the 628/688 and 653/683 services from Arriva London North. The routes are for four school services linking Southgate, Edgware and Finchley with the Jewish Free School (JFS) in [...]
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Driver cleared of death by careless driving
Driver denied wrongdoing after hitting pedestrian as bus was overhanging pavement An Arriva London bus driver who knocked down and killed a pedestrian on a pavement has been cleared of causing death by careless driving. Luigi Albertelli, 49, was behind the wheel of a route 141 double-decker bus when he hit father-of-four Ibrahim Tejan in [...]
