77syk7
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Post by 77syk7 on Feb 7, 2010 21:34:07 GMT 1
As previously indicated, I've refrained from any comments for 2 weeks to give Centrebus opportunity to settle down with their new routes.
Overall, I must admit to being quite impressed - their new Solos are clean, warm, bright and have welcoming interiors with clear informative destinations. Drivers have been friendly and willing to explain new times etc and seem to admit if they are unsure of any fares/route. I'm pleased to note they have introduced a Day Ticket throughout the new network and an Inspector has been noted at Hudderfield Bus Station
However, there has to be some negative points and for the record will list a few:-
25th Jan (their first full day of operation) - the 1015 557 missed - later saw a new bus broken up Copley Hill - probably explained problem
27th Jan - K-Line 343 departed Halifax Bus Station 5 mins early at 1650 instead of 1655 - this is a serious error
30th Jan - spotted a 534 returning to Halifax down Main road at 1556 - presumably late and missing out Shibden - needs explaining
General comment - they need to make their mind up if the company is to be called Centrebus, Huddersfield Bus Company or K-Line - this is very confusing to the general public.
Finally, on a real positive note, a big thank you to the driver of the final 534 from Halifax on the day of the sudden snow (4th Feb) who bravely steered his bus up Kell Lane to the bottom of Cave Hill. This ride was rather like the ones seen on the cult programme 'Ice Road Truckers'. A thrilling, but rather foolish ride which pleased 'the only omnibologist on the bus!'
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Post by Matty on Feb 7, 2010 21:53:33 GMT 1
The 534 was diverted for a while about a week ago due to roadworks or something along those lines so that might explain the problem of it coming down the main road when you saw it.
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Post by dwarfer1979 on Feb 8, 2010 10:13:34 GMT 1
As previously indicated, I've refrained from any comments for 2 weeks to give Centrebus opportunity to settle down with their new routes. Overall, I must admit to being quite impressed - their new Solos are clean, warm, bright and have welcoming interiors with clear informative destinations. Drivers have been friendly and willing to explain new times etc and seem to admit if they are unsure of any fares/route. I'm pleased to note they have introduced a Day Ticket throughout the new network and an Inspector has been noted at Hudderfield Bus Station However, there has to be some negative points and for the record will list a few:- 25th Jan (their first full day of operation) - the 1015 557 missed - later saw a new bus broken up Copley Hill - probably explained problem 27th Jan - K-Line 343 departed Halifax Bus Station 5 mins early at 1650 instead of 1655 - this is a serious error 30th Jan - spotted a 534 returning to Halifax down Main road at 1556 - presumably late and missing out Shibden - needs explaining General comment - they need to make their mind up if the company is to be called Centrebus, Huddersfield Bus Company or K-Line - this is very confusing to the general public. Finally, on a real positive note, a big thank you to the driver of the final 534 from Halifax on the day of the sudden snow (4th Feb) who bravely steered his bus up Kell Lane to the bottom of Cave Hill. This ride was rather like the ones seen on the cult programme 'Ice Road Truckers'. A thrilling, but rather foolish ride which pleased 'the only omnibologist on the bus!' We know who we are - K-Line is for Honley routes, Huddersfield Bus Company for routes from Waterloo & Centrebus for services from Elland and aside from 1 am journey on the 536 run by Elland there is no interworking - all fairly clear from the operators & customers position. It tends to be that normal customers who don't follow the minutiae of bus company news are less confused than enthusiasts as they just want to know what bus to look for and who to contact, nothing else matters. Any complaints (such as the early running) should be sent to the company to allow them to investigate. The address for customer complaints or comments is: Customer Communications Officer Centrebus 102 Cannock Street Leicester LE4 9HR |
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Post by westyorkshirebus on Feb 8, 2010 18:30:55 GMT 1
The only confusion is that all the Calderdale services were billed as 'Huddersfield Bus Company' in Changing Times, the press and all timetables, and then when they launched they were branded as Centrebus
I imagine any further revisions of timetables will be branded as Centrebus for Calderdale services and this issue will disappear over time
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Post by Billogs on Feb 13, 2010 0:09:01 GMT 1
We know who we are - K-Line is for Honley routes, Huddersfield Bus Company for routes from Waterloo & Centrebus for services from Elland Sorry but the evening and Sunday 536 & 537 is run from Waterloo with Huddersfield Bus Company usually Go-green vehicles! |
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Post by Matty on Feb 13, 2010 20:04:31 GMT 1
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Post by driver6540 on Feb 13, 2010 21:30:05 GMT 1
Is this Cadet in service yet, and is it painted in Centrebus livery?. thanks.
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Post by Matty on Feb 13, 2010 22:24:08 GMT 1
I presume it was in service as I saw it leaving Halifax Bus Station today when I was on my way to Leeds but it was from the rear so couldn't see the destination & no it is still all over white
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Post by Billogs on Feb 15, 2010 13:20:01 GMT 1
Is this Cadet in service yet, and is it painted in Centrebus livery?. thanks. I doubt if it ever will, because it is only on hire from Arriva Bus & Coach to replace 510 - the Dual Door Dart, which has suffered a major mechanical failure. It was towed away from Waterloo on Friday morning. www.flickr.com/photos/billogs/4351791762/ |
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Post by kendall17 on Feb 15, 2010 14:15:45 GMT 1
The same Cadet that was on lease to Geldards?
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Post by Matty on Feb 15, 2010 19:25:16 GMT 1
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Post by Billogs on Feb 23, 2010 22:34:05 GMT 1
Do they really want feedback, with Metro only giving ONE days notice on their website today !!!!
Metro seeking feedback on new Calderdale bus servicesMetro and Centrebus are holding meetings to find out what people think of the new Calderdale bus services introduced in January.23 February 2010
Introduced on Sunday 24 January 2010, the new services were devised after consultations with local people in the rural areas around Sowerby Bridge, Ripponden and Greetland during the autumn of 2009.
When and where
Two meetings are being held:
Wednesday 24 February 2010
6.30pm - 8pm
Clay House
Clay House Park
Rochdale Road
Greetland
Halifax
HX4 8AN
Wednesday 3 March 2010
7.30pm - 9pm
St Paul’s Methodist Church Hall (upstairs room)
Tower Hill
Sowerby Bridge
HX6 2EQ
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Post by Matty on Feb 23, 2010 22:42:43 GMT 1
It was on yesterday aswell Colin.
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