(23 Nov 2016, 6:29 pm)Cobalt271 wrote [ -> ]When I first saw Jimmi's post I stated I wouldn't trial their service and seeing more negative reviews I stand by that notion. They're also tricky to photograph at times as they like to leave the Terminus points when they like rather than sticking to timetable.
To me they just seem like a totally unprofessional company, surely Travelsure or Glen Valley would be more suited to this, or even Arriva!
(23 Nov 2016, 6:29 pm)Cobalt271 wrote [ -> ]When I first saw Jimmi's post I stated I wouldn't trial their service and seeing more negative reviews I stand by that notion. They're also tricky to photograph at times as they like to leave the Terminus points when they like rather than sticking to timetable.
I can vouch for leaving places early, on the day I used the 15/16 it left Rothbury a few minutes early on the 16 circular.
I did state that I wouldn't be using them again but thought I may eventually cave but Charles' post has only decreased the chances of that, don't know about you's but I don't want to be spending another chilly evening in Thropton for 45 minutes worrying how I'm going to get home again.
(23 Nov 2016, 6:33 pm)Tom wrote [ -> ]To me they just seem like a totally unprofessional company, surely Travelsure or Glen Valley would be more suited to this, or even Arriva!
I hope Travelsure do express interest when the contract is up for renewal, or even Glen Valley. Both are highly professional companies but I think Travelsure would struggle with this unless they invested in another vehicle or two.
(23 Nov 2016, 6:41 pm)Cobalt271 wrote [ -> ]I hope Travelsure do express interest when the contract is up for renewal, or even Glen Valley. Both are highly professional companies but I think Travelsure would struggle with this unless they invested in another vehicle or two.
would be nice if rothbury motors took interest if the service comes up for tender next time
(23 Nov 2016, 6:52 pm)Buses98 wrote [ -> ]would be nice if rothbury motors took interest if the service comes up for tender next time
Indeed. They'd need to get hold of a DDA compliant vehicle first though!
(23 Nov 2016, 7:23 pm)Cobalt271 wrote [ -> ]Indeed. They'd need to get hold of a DDA compliant vehicle first though!
yeh true and they keep their fleet tidy
None of that sounds pretty unusual in the world of independents operating services at low cost unfortunately. Typical of councils cutting cost as passing services onto the cheapest bidder.
PCL have grown quickly over the last few months, they may need some time to settle down and get a steady operation
Does anyone know if the optare solo PCL has recently acquired has entered service yet?
(25 Nov 2016, 11:40 am)Buses98 wrote [ -> ]Does anyone know if the optare solo PCL has recently acquired has entered service yet?
My friend Chris said she saw it other day on the M1
That Solo is branded for the M1.
Finally solved the mystery why 79 never showed up at Ponteland or the airport!
http://mitfordparishcouncil.gov.uk/downl...etable.pdf
After looking for the M1 timetable this came up and showed it only operated a circular service around Morpeth for at least the latter part of it's operation. Also looks like Jimmis photo has been used on the leaflet. Unsure why the Nexus website still showed it serving there though.
(27 Nov 2016, 8:35 pm)Tom wrote [ -> ]Finally solved the mystery why 79 never showed up at Ponteland or the airport! http://mitfordparishcouncil.gov.uk/downl...etable.pdf
After looking for the M1 timetable this came up and showed it only operated a circular service around Morpeth for at least the latter part of it's operation. Also looks like Jimmis photo has been used on the leaflet. Unsure why the Nexus website still showed it serving there though.
Great!!!!
Thank you!!!!!
No Ponteland service though, a bit irritating considering I want them to have the service because my grandparents live there
https://flic.kr/p/PCmA1E
The Optare Solo was on Asda Bus today, was behind it most of the way in the car as I was going there for shopping. Could hear a loud whine from it even with the windows closed.
Does anyone know what days it runs as can't find a timetable for it ?
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(28 Nov 2016, 7:50 pm)TEN 6083 wrote [ -> ]https://flic.kr/p/PCmA1E
The Optare Solo was on Asda Bus today, was behind it most of the way in the car as I was going there for shopping. Could hear a loud whine from it even with the windows closed.
Does anyone know what days it runs as can't find a timetable for it ?
I may be wrong but I think this service only runs on a Monday.
Like everyone, I have also been unable to find the timetable for this service.
(27 Nov 2016, 8:35 pm)Tom wrote [ -> ]Finally solved the mystery why 79 never showed up at Ponteland or the airport! http://mitfordparishcouncil.gov.uk/downl...etable.pdf
After looking for the M1 timetable this came up and showed it only operated a circular service around Morpeth for at least the latter part of it's operation. Also looks like Jimmis photo has been used on the leaflet. Unsure why the Nexus website still showed it serving there though.
That timetable became effective on 20th July 2016. Some time after PCL started running it?
A new addition at PCL is LK03GHN, Dennis Trident / Plaxton President - former Metroline TP450
(16 Dec 2016, 5:23 pm)Tom wrote [ -> ]Ah looks like it will interwork with the S1 most of the time then
Looking at the timetables, I think the M1, S1 and T1 will all interwork in some way or another but unsure exactly how.
(16 Dec 2016, 5:17 pm)Tom wrote [ -> ]Thanks - wonder what they will put on it then.
One of the darts and the enviro were working the Morpeth services today. The other dart was on the former spirit buses 15 service.
I see the Saturday service via Scots Gap has ended. Maybe they'll use the decker for the Morpeth services
Charles
(16 Dec 2016, 6:55 pm)Charles41 wrote [ -> ]One of the darts and the enviro were working the Morpeth services today. The other dart was on the former spirit buses 15 service.
I see the Saturday service via Scots Gap has ended. Maybe they'll use the decker for the Morpeth services
Charles
Cheers - and maybe yeah - no idea why they've bought that decker. Many people on them? The T1 seems a odd service.
(16 Dec 2016, 6:59 pm)Tom wrote [ -> ]Cheers - and maybe yeah - no idea why they've bought that decker. Many people on them? The T1 seems a odd service.
The T1 seemed quite busy but this was around 3ish when the schols come out. I'm quite puzzled about the decker as well given that most of their routes are subsidised by the council with low passenger numbers.
Charles
(16 Dec 2016, 7:06 pm)Charles41 wrote [ -> ]The T1 seemed quite busy but this was around 3ish when the schols come out. I'm quite puzzled about the decker as well given that most of their routes are subsidised by the council with low passenger numbers.
Charles
Ah right hopefully the passengers pick up on all of the services then.
(16 Dec 2016, 7:10 pm)Tom wrote [ -> ]Ah right hopefully the passengers pick up on all of the services then.
The T1 is an innovative service as it visits the new housing estate and specialist hospital at St George's. These can only be reached via a steep bank. It will be interesting to see what passenger numbers are like. Hopefully they will publicise the route. Lancaster Park puts them in competition with Arrival.
Charles
PCL are using the North East Coach Travel yard at Seaton Burn as a parking place in addition to their main Ryton depot.
Charles
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