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Obviously the standard is very poor, but it brings back lovely memories, for me, of happy times as a devotee of the several small operators in Bridlington in those days. ![]() The vehicle was new in 1. Hillman’s Saloon Coaches Limited of London, and in April 1. London Passenger Transport Board being immediately transferred to Eastern National (fleet number 3. It came to Bridlington in May 1. White Bus in January 1. Still in khaki livery, no doubt as a result of wartime camouflage for the sensitive coastal area of Bridlington, it is seen in the railway station yard where it languished inexplicably until it was taken away and scrapped in 1. Of particular note is the endearing abbreviation of . Where oh where have the last sixty years gone ?? Williamson and Sons, both of whom managed to provide local bus services in the resort against the might of the equally commendable East Yorkshire Motor Services, were a joy to have experienced. Photograph and Copy contributed by Chris Youhill Oh Chris, what a wonderful evocative photo, where has the Brid of the 5. I well remember the station yard, when it was a station full of West Riding steam loco’s! It is good to see photos of some of the smaller operators in the area; is there any more where this came from. The black & white is wonderfully atmospheric, not to say the subject also. As you may be aware the EYMS website has photos of all of the White Bus fleet which was purchases by EYMS Keith Easton. What a wonderfully evocative picture which captures the sadness of a loyal servant now discarded. The Gruss Air Springs really show up on this low- profile shot. It really did look quite smart and I took a photo (with my box Brownie), sadly long lost. But your shot has made up for it, Chris! Withdrawn in 1. 93. Tilling’s former depot at Bull’s Yard, Peckham, where many unusual vehicles were stored for the . The yard was bombed in the Blitz and it was a casualty, along with many other gems. Chris Hebbron. Being a Bradford lad, we had regular holidays in Brid, and later owned an old Bradford tram at Skipsea as a bungalow. I also seem to remember a 6 wheel Guy double decker. The later Halifax Regents, and London Daimlers of WBS come vividly to mind! I was about 5 or 6 when these memories occurred, and I have similar nostalgia from Morecambe, where we also had holidays in the late war and early post war years. John Whitaker. Wonderful memories of Bridlington John and thanks indeed for them. Sadly though the Williamson’s Guy six wheeler is only a happy dream – don’t we all have them eh ?? The Firm operated two ex Doncaster giants – one was a Leyland Titanic and the other an AEC Renown. The financial incredibility of such . Chris Youhill. Thanks Chris for following up on WBS, and clarifying my distorted 6 wheel memory! I remember climbing into the cabs before they were ! All sorts of other treasures too. It will always remain one of my all time favourite fleets on the trip up to the . John Whitaker. Chris Youhill mentions the Leyland Titanic (clever twist on Titan!) and AEC Renown in one sentence, which made me think of all the Renown competitors which had to bow down to AEC’s successful six- wheeler. Double- deck makes/models like the Guy FCX, LGOC’s CC and LS models, Crossley’s sole Condor and the wonderfully- named Sunbeam Sikh! There were also the single- deck Leyland TS6 and TS7 T’s and D’s. Although their stars had faded by the late 1. Chris Hebbron. I do have a . Thanks a lot. Keith Easton. With reference to WBS fleet I believe the first vehicle for passenger work by user Alf Wilson was actually the boat shell of a fishing Coble put on wheels and pulled by horses. I’ve heard that Yorkshiremen are . Reuben Williamson came a close second to this when in 1. Horse- bus body onto a Republic 2ton chassis. Ian Gibbs. 01/0. 4/1. Three brief comments about the White Bus Service Gilford EV 7. Firstly, Chris, the colour in which you saw it in the Station yard (which I recollect as nearer to dark grey than khaki) was definitely not a hangover from war camouflage, as my clear memory (which goes back to 1. White Buses being in their normal livery of creamy white and red; the only buses I saw in wartime camouflage were those of United (with a few exceptions). Patrick Hooper. 01/0. Thanks indeed Patrick for this extra information. You are no doubt right about the strange colour of EV 7. I wonder what on earth was the purpose behind this odd transformation. I also remember WG 3. I was not even aware of the locations of any premises for WBS – which is perhaps as well or poor old Dad would have been dragged even longer distances, and he was already commendably patient and tolerant about my avid interest in the buses in the Town Centre and in the West Riding here where we lived. Chris Youhill. 14/0. I just have to tell all you guys of my experience with the White Bus Company. In the early 5. 0’s whilst at Huddersfield Technical College, the summer breaks was a time for earning some cash! My parents lived in Flamborough village so I had to find a local job. My stepfather, Gilbert Readhead, was senior driver for the WBSC and he got me the job of bus conductor from June to September. As a result my knowledge of the Company is quite considerable. Owned jointly by Jack Wilson and Billy Hughes they ran a one bus service during the winter between Flamborough and Brid and had a minimum of 5 buses in the Summer. I could go on for a long time so I would welcome questions from anyone interested in the activities of the White Bus Company, Queen St., Bridlington. Tim Hepworth. 24/0. A long- time friend of mine (Charlie Bullock, now aged 9. PSV test in Scarborough during the 1. All appeared to be going well as he took his steed – a Gilford – around the streets of the town. However, when the time came to carry out the hill start, Charlie said he was a little perplexed at one point, to say the least. His examiner asked him to pull up on Chain Hill, which he dutifully did. The examiner then alighted and briefly disappeared from view. On re- appearing he asked Charlie to set off when he was ready, but then remained outside the vehicle. Charlie set off, but had only driven a few yards before the examiner asked him to stop. He then disappeared again and returned holding a matchbox. Apparently he had placed this behind one of the Gilford’s front wheels in order to check that the vehicle had not rolled back at all during the hill start. Charlie was informed that as the matchbox was still in pristine condition, he could proceed with the rest of his test! Needless to say, Charlie passed that day with the Gilford, and went on to spend what he says were many happy years driving for United Automobile Services at their Scarborough depot. Brendan Smith. 11/0. Hi Tim H, my dad remembers your stepfather, Gilbert Redhead, but sadly not you he is ninety so maybe forgiven, White Bus Service finished in 1. East Yorkshire Motors, my grandad never talked about his life, so anything I read or hear from, means I can put together a life that until now, was a mystery. Thanks. John Hughes. Hi Tim H I have not looked at the white bus site for a while your offer for questions is generous can I mail one or two via either email to Peter or you by letter when I have time. Ian Gibbs. 19/0. 2/1. Hi Ian. I too, would be interested in anything . Chris Y., well known in these columns, is pretty well versed in all things . It was ABE 9. 57 and was ex Enterprise and Silver Dawn of Scunthorpe, and before joining WBS was with an operator from far away called, I believe, . Mack. Chris Youhill. Hi John W; off the top of my head the above WBS Regal is listed in PB1. EYMS. Is ABE a pre- war mark.? I had assumed this was a Mk. Regal, but the more I find out, the less I know! John Whitaker. 22/0. According to the Old Classic Car website, ABE was first used for Lincolnshire (Lindsey) from August 1. April 1. 93. 9. Does that help or hinder?!! Richard Leaman. 22/0. ABE was indeed a pre- war mark, issued in 1. There was an article about Enterprise and Silver Dawn in Buses, Aug. Lincolnshire Road Car in 1. Listed are ABE 9. ABE 9. 58/6. 0/6. Missing are ABE 9. ABE 9. 59 with gaps in the fleet numbers. So, as John W asks, why would they have sold these two when they still had Regals dating from 1. I wonder if Chris Y knows which ? The very nice looking bodywork was by Plaxton. Chris Barker. 22/0. Whilst still in ? In answer to Chris B’s query about ABE 9. EYMS it went to Reliance of Brightwalton, Berkshire. Chris Youhill. 22/0. Just to say how great it was to get answers so quickly for the wonderful White Bus Service, and also Williamsons, questions I have pondered for some time now. It all comes back as though I was 1. Chris. It is a great pleasure to discover that so many other enthusiasts share a love both for these fleets, and the era in general, and I trust we can revel in the enjoyment of this site for many years to come! John Whitaker. 25/0. Hello all, Chris nice photos, in return I have found this WBS Gilford 1. T from D Okill when he was studying Gilfords I sent Dick extracts from tax records for his project in return he sent this photo I take the chance of sending it to OBP and hope no one will object, details New 2/2. Highways London No 8 London Lorries C3. Clarke Bros Ripon 5/3. WBS 7/3. 3- any other owner? Chara ferrying troops around locally I think then set up business has psv circle done a fleet? I calculated 3. 7 but odd ones may be lorries from the Spud carrying work DWT 7. Leyland had Barnaby Coach Body. Ian Gibbs. 25/0. 2/1. Coaches of this era, to me, always had a sleek look even thought it wasn’t actually sleek, if you know what I mean! It must be the go- faster curtains! I love the stylish curved rear. Nice post,Chris Hebbron. Re WBS Gilford picture posted above the Reg No was UL 5. I missed it out. Ian Gibbs.
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