Telford Bus Group
Telford Bus Group was established in the early 1990s to bring together some preserved bus owners and local bus enthusiasts. The members comprise bus owners and supporters, some of who are actively involved in upkeep and restoration of vehicles, but most simply support the others' efforts by travelling to bus rallies or other events around the country in the summer months on our day trips. The membership have a general transport interest and our days out normally cater for this, taking in bus rallies, preserved railways or other transport-related or heritage events, also the occasional trip to a seaside destination.
We have members from all parts of the UK and even abroad! Our members' classic vehicles are regular supporters of the UK bus rally scene.
The Group has a special interest in the Bedford VAL coach (the only mass-produced twin-steer coach chassis) - the Group has a number of members who own a VAL (or more!) and these make regular appearances at Rallies and Transport Shows around the country.
Types of vehicle currently used on our trips include:
1971 Daimler Fleetline (new to SELNEC, later Greater Manchester PTE)
1972 Bedford VAL70/Duple Viceroy 37 (new to Langley Coach Company, Slough) - currently off the road
1973 Leyland Leopard/Marshall (Midland Red type S27) - restored but currently off the road
We occasionally use other member's vehicles on our days out. Our Trips are open to all members and pick up in Telford, Brownhills, Pelsall, Walsall and other convenient places by arrangement. So if you live in any of these areas and would like an interesting day out in the summer - get in touch with us now!
List of Sales Items (updated 25 May 2009)
These are items which are difficult to take to rallies with the Sales Stand, but are of possible use to other bus owners. If anyone is interested in any of these items, please make us an offer! Inspection/Collection/Delivery can usually be arranged. CAUTION! Some items have now been sold!!
Bus Items:
1. Grab Rail, stainless steel 1.25in diam, 65in long, with 2 brackets giving a 2.375in clearance from a surface, 2in offset on centres.
2. 2off Grab Rail, 1in diam, 61in long with 75 degree bend at one end, approx. 6in radius.
3. Plaxton Elite n/s half-screen, 42.5in deep.
4. 2off Plaxton Elite o/s half-screen, 42.5in deep.
5. Plaxton Elite window, approx 37in wide.
6. Plaxton Elite side window, approx 25in wide
7. Plaxton Elite side window, trapezoid (entrance door?).
8. Plaxton Panorama front panel (all lights broken) from LCD231F.
9. Plaxton Panorama rear plate/display unit from LCD231F.
10. Plaxton Panorama rear plate/display unit from LCD243F.
11. Plaxton Elite rear 'bumper' stainless trim 72in long, slight dents.
12. Plaxton Elite rear 'bumper' stainless trim 72in long, unused like new. SOLD
13. Plaxton Elite front 'bumper' stainless trim, 72in long, slight dents. SOLD
14. 2off Plaxton Panorama front 'bumper' stainless trim, 64.75in long, slight dents.
16. Chromed Badges 'Panorama Elite' (originals from WWY 115G). SOLD
18. 4-track Number blind mechanism from WM Fleetline, etc, minus blinds.
19. Smiths Heater box model FHF3102/05 (outer case only) 10in x 7.5in x 4in with a 3.25in diam outlet one end and a 3.25in diam plus 4off 2in diam outlets at the other.
20. Folding Blind for Rear of drivers seat, grey/white pattern, 21.5in wide x 50in approx.
21. Folding Blind for Rear of driver's seat, red leatherette, 21in wide x 38in approx.
22. 4off Interior light diffuser 40.75in x 3.75in (37.75in fixing centres).
23. Interior light diffuser 29.25in x 2.75in (28in fixing centres).
24. 'Ford' badge (ex-Duple Viceroy front).
Destination Blinds
1: Glasgow (Strathclyde PTE?) £20
2. North West - Ribble? £15
3. North West - ?? £10
Car Items:
25. Car Tyre Dunlop Radial 165 SR 13, looks new. SOLD.
26. Ford Sierra Headlight housings (pair).
27. Ford Sierra n/s rear light cluster.
Miscellaneous Items:
28. 70off Printer Ribbons to suit Epson LQ1000 or MX100 boxed as new.
29. OKI 5200 fax machine (for sale as seen).
30. 6off Niceday 184175 High Definition Fax rolls 216mm x 100m.
31. 2off Front Plate 12.25in x 7in from 5-switch panel from BR Class 73 Elecro-diesel: e.g 'Pre-Heat Trip'.
32. Front Plate 6in x 7in from Switch Panel from BR Class 73 Eelctro-diesel: 'Brake Selector'.
