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tyresmoke



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03 Dec 2013, 4:40 pm #21
Didn't take long for the first Compass Royston bus to turn up, Solo T14CRT worked on service 455/456 for a period yesterday.

EDIT: New licence been applied for as follows:

Operator summary for licence PB1125708

Contact Details

Name    LEVEN VALLEY COACHES LTD
Trading Names    
Contact Address    TUTIN ROAD,
LEEMING BAR INDUSTRIAL ESTATE,
NORTHALLERTON,
DL7 9UJ,
GB
Partners    
Company Directors    
PAUL WILLIAM THOMPSON
KEVIN JOHN PROCTER

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tyresmoke
03 Dec 2013, 4:40 pm #21

Didn't take long for the first Compass Royston bus to turn up, Solo T14CRT worked on service 455/456 for a period yesterday.

EDIT: New licence been applied for as follows:

Operator summary for licence PB1125708

Contact Details

Name    LEVEN VALLEY COACHES LTD
Trading Names    
Contact Address    TUTIN ROAD,
LEEMING BAR INDUSTRIAL ESTATE,
NORTHALLERTON,
DL7 9UJ,
GB
Partners    
Company Directors    
PAUL WILLIAM THOMPSON
KEVIN JOHN PROCTER


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04 Dec 2013, 3:54 pm #22
Lets hope the reliability of Leven Valley doesn't change... but it would be good to see the development of more services now maybe taking into account some of the other areas of operation.
NorthEast
04 Dec 2013, 3:54 pm #22

Lets hope the reliability of Leven Valley doesn't change... but it would be good to see the development of more services now maybe taking into account some of the other areas of operation.

tyresmoke



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04 Dec 2013, 5:25 pm #23
(04 Dec 2013, 4:18 pm)Richard Smiles Interesting & a bit puzzling. In the most recent/current edition of N&P North East, Paul has increased his vehicle licences to 15 Vehicles, presumably to take into account cover vehicles he has been using or possibly in preparation for taking over the 555/556, 588/589 & R66 ?

It would make sense to me for Compass to put all of the service work onto one licence (Leven) and operate them under one name. This gives them spare space on their own licence(s) to expand the coach side of the business...

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tyresmoke
04 Dec 2013, 5:25 pm #23

(04 Dec 2013, 4:18 pm)Richard Smiles Interesting & a bit puzzling. In the most recent/current edition of N&P North East, Paul has increased his vehicle licences to 15 Vehicles, presumably to take into account cover vehicles he has been using or possibly in preparation for taking over the 555/556, 588/589 & R66 ?

It would make sense to me for Compass to put all of the service work onto one licence (Leven) and operate them under one name. This gives them spare space on their own licence(s) to expand the coach side of the business...


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tyresmoke



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14 Dec 2013, 2:15 pm #24
Compass Royston Optare Solo T14CRT now carries the legal address for the new Leven Valley licence, and has been seen operating Leven services recently

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tyresmoke
14 Dec 2013, 2:15 pm #24

Compass Royston Optare Solo T14CRT now carries the legal address for the new Leven Valley licence, and has been seen operating Leven services recently


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tyresmoke



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17 Dec 2013, 8:11 pm #25
Solo YM52TOU was working for Leven today on service 455/456 and then 507. Fitted with an ERG machine which Leven use!

Dart SN51UCR is currently away for repaint I'm told... The first to be repainted into the Procters style livery.

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tyresmoke
17 Dec 2013, 8:11 pm #25

Solo YM52TOU was working for Leven today on service 455/456 and then 507. Fitted with an ERG machine which Leven use!

Dart SN51UCR is currently away for repaint I'm told... The first to be repainted into the Procters style livery.


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19 Dec 2013, 2:52 pm #26
(17 Dec 2013, 8:11 pm)tyresmoke Dart SN51UCR is currently away for repaint I'm told... The first to be repainted into the Procters style livery.

Now reported to be back, with the following description:

'Leven valley SN51 UCR now repainted white with new fleetnames which are in procters style but yellow shooting star with red leven valley serving Teesside lettering'
Dan
19 Dec 2013, 2:52 pm #26

(17 Dec 2013, 8:11 pm)tyresmoke Dart SN51UCR is currently away for repaint I'm told... The first to be repainted into the Procters style livery.

Now reported to be back, with the following description:

'Leven valley SN51 UCR now repainted white with new fleetnames which are in procters style but yellow shooting star with red leven valley serving Teesside lettering'

19 Dec 2013, 9:59 pm #27
Noted on service in Middlesbrough this afternoon, looks quite smart
united6210
19 Dec 2013, 9:59 pm #27

Noted on service in Middlesbrough this afternoon, looks quite smart

Dan

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19 Dec 2013, 10:05 pm #28
Anyone got a photo? Far too much effort to head to 'Boro these days... Tongue
Dan
19 Dec 2013, 10:05 pm #28

Anyone got a photo? Far too much effort to head to 'Boro these days... Tongue

tyresmoke



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19 Dec 2013, 10:49 pm #29
(19 Dec 2013, 10:05 pm)Dan Anyone got a photo? Far too much effort to head to 'Boro these days... Tongue

Can't see me getting it tomorrow as I'm in Stockton all day so unless it appears on the 507 or some Compass work I won't see it.

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tyresmoke
19 Dec 2013, 10:49 pm #29

(19 Dec 2013, 10:05 pm)Dan Anyone got a photo? Far too much effort to head to 'Boro these days... Tongue

Can't see me getting it tomorrow as I'm in Stockton all day so unless it appears on the 507 or some Compass work I won't see it.


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Malarkey



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20 Dec 2013, 5:44 pm #30
SN51 UCR in it's New Livery - http://www.flickr.com/photos/j-s-p/11466907923/
Malarkey
20 Dec 2013, 5:44 pm #30

SN51 UCR in it's New Livery - http://www.flickr.com/photos/j-s-p/11466907923/

Dan

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20 Dec 2013, 5:56 pm #31
(20 Dec 2013, 5:44 pm)Adam Malarkey SN51 UCR in it's New Livery - http://www.flickr.com/photos/j-s-p/11466907923/

Simple, but very smart!
Dan
20 Dec 2013, 5:56 pm #31

(20 Dec 2013, 5:44 pm)Adam Malarkey SN51 UCR in it's New Livery - http://www.flickr.com/photos/j-s-p/11466907923/

Simple, but very smart!

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11 Jan 2014, 7:52 am #32
SN51UCR is not quite finished. It needs number 73 and St Michael adding. The upper coving strapline which is usually 'Somewhere's Great little Buses' or more recently 'Railless Traction-Flexible, Reliable and Economic' are being reviewed. AXG675
AXG675
11 Jan 2014, 7:52 am #32

SN51UCR is not quite finished. It needs number 73 and St Michael adding. The upper coving strapline which is usually 'Somewhere's Great little Buses' or more recently 'Railless Traction-Flexible, Reliable and Economic' are being reviewed. AXG675

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11 Jan 2014, 8:03 am #33
Leven Valley's ex Lothian Dart 191 is now in the process of being repainted into their new corporate colour scheme too.
Arnold Crump
11 Jan 2014, 8:03 am #33

Leven Valley's ex Lothian Dart 191 is now in the process of being repainted into their new corporate colour scheme too.

tyresmoke



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27 Jan 2014, 2:30 pm #34
Currently being used by Leven Valley is manual Vario S592RGA, it is on service 507 today!

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tyresmoke
27 Jan 2014, 2:30 pm #34

Currently being used by Leven Valley is manual Vario S592RGA, it is on service 507 today!


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30 Jan 2014, 4:26 pm #35
Ex-Lothian Dart 191 has now been repainted into the new corporate livery - it is seen on the photograph shared by Ian Wilson on the photograph below:
[Image: 1548168_10201627114462869_2573188_o.jpg]
Dan
30 Jan 2014, 4:26 pm #35

Ex-Lothian Dart 191 has now been repainted into the new corporate livery - it is seen on the photograph shared by Ian Wilson on the photograph below:
[Image: 1548168_10201627114462869_2573188_o.jpg]

Kuyoyo



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30 Jan 2014, 4:30 pm #36
(30 Jan 2014, 4:26 pm)Dan Ex-Lothian Dart 191 has now been repainted into the new corporate livery - it is seen on the photograph shared by Ian Wilson on the photograph below:
[Image: 1548168_10201627114462869_2573188_o.jpg]

Notice the application of fleetnumbers on this example (although it appears to lack front fleetnames).
Kuyoyo
30 Jan 2014, 4:30 pm #36

(30 Jan 2014, 4:26 pm)Dan Ex-Lothian Dart 191 has now been repainted into the new corporate livery - it is seen on the photograph shared by Ian Wilson on the photograph below:
[Image: 1548168_10201627114462869_2573188_o.jpg]

Notice the application of fleetnumbers on this example (although it appears to lack front fleetnames).

AXG675



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30 Jan 2014, 8:00 pm #37
The original front decal did not fit 191. A better sized decal is being made. It is vital since we lost our beloved 'yellowness' to have the Leven clear for our customers. 178 is going into paint next week and will be 178 rather than Lothians last minute change to 48.
AXG675
30 Jan 2014, 8:00 pm #37

The original front decal did not fit 191. A better sized decal is being made. It is vital since we lost our beloved 'yellowness' to have the Leven clear for our customers. 178 is going into paint next week and will be 178 rather than Lothians last minute change to 48.

Kuyoyo



6,853
01 Feb 2014, 10:24 pm #38
The first ex-Compass Royston vehicle to receive the new-style Leven Valley fleetnames is B7RLE NX59BYC. At present, it only has them on the offside and rear

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Kuyoyo
01 Feb 2014, 10:24 pm #38

The first ex-Compass Royston vehicle to receive the new-style Leven Valley fleetnames is B7RLE NX59BYC. At present, it only has them on the offside and rear

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Kuyoyo



6,853
15 Feb 2014, 8:19 pm #39
In a change to the original plan, mainly due to a vehicle shortage, MPD W794VMV has entered the paint shop at Bowesfield Lane yesterday instead of the intended Y178CFS. Due to the repaint, it is expected to emerged with a new name, possibly 'Avalon', instead of Thunderbird One.

Information is thanks, as ever, to Richard Smiles.
Kuyoyo
15 Feb 2014, 8:19 pm #39

In a change to the original plan, mainly due to a vehicle shortage, MPD W794VMV has entered the paint shop at Bowesfield Lane yesterday instead of the intended Y178CFS. Due to the repaint, it is expected to emerged with a new name, possibly 'Avalon', instead of Thunderbird One.

Information is thanks, as ever, to Richard Smiles.

Kuyoyo



6,853
16 Feb 2014, 2:38 pm #40
(15 Feb 2014, 8:19 pm)Kuyoyo In a change to the original plan, mainly due to a vehicle shortage, MPD W794VMV has entered the paint shop at Bowesfield Lane yesterday instead of the intended Y178CFS. Due to the repaint, it is expected to emerged with a new name, possibly 'Avalon', instead of Thunderbird One.

Information is thanks, as ever, to Richard Smiles.

Further news from Richard arrived just now (I'll quote his email):

Richard Smiles Dear All,

Further to my email yesterday with regards to Leven Valley’s Thunderbird One (W794VMV), Paul Thompson has now confirmed it is to be renamed Avalon when it comes out of the Paint Shop.

It was observed late last week (Thursday or Friday) leaning over quite badly & upon inspection it was discovered one of the springs had gone on the Suspension, this has been repaired, but it was decided while off the road to get it in for repaint.

I understand it is hoped the repaint will be completed by about Wednesday next week, but I am not sure how quickly it will return to service after that though, as I don’t know if perhaps its PSV/MOT is about due. ?
Or just due for its regular service.

Kindest & Sincerest Regards,
Richard
Kuyoyo
16 Feb 2014, 2:38 pm #40

(15 Feb 2014, 8:19 pm)Kuyoyo In a change to the original plan, mainly due to a vehicle shortage, MPD W794VMV has entered the paint shop at Bowesfield Lane yesterday instead of the intended Y178CFS. Due to the repaint, it is expected to emerged with a new name, possibly 'Avalon', instead of Thunderbird One.

Information is thanks, as ever, to Richard Smiles.

Further news from Richard arrived just now (I'll quote his email):

Richard Smiles Dear All,

Further to my email yesterday with regards to Leven Valley’s Thunderbird One (W794VMV), Paul Thompson has now confirmed it is to be renamed Avalon when it comes out of the Paint Shop.

It was observed late last week (Thursday or Friday) leaning over quite badly & upon inspection it was discovered one of the springs had gone on the Suspension, this has been repaired, but it was decided while off the road to get it in for repaint.

I understand it is hoped the repaint will be completed by about Wednesday next week, but I am not sure how quickly it will return to service after that though, as I don’t know if perhaps its PSV/MOT is about due. ?
Or just due for its regular service.

Kindest & Sincerest Regards,
Richard

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