‘The most effective factor in regards to the No 50 is that it goes on a ship’: readers’ favorite UK bus journeys | Public transport journeys
Swanage to Bournemouth, Dorset
The No 50 Purbeck Breezer travels recurrently between Swanage and Bournemouth previous the gorgeous seashores of Studland Bay. Behind Knoll Seashore there’s a heathland nature reserve with a lagoon and an enormous pure sand pit. In Poole we visited the Japanese backyard at Compton Acres and the historic harbour. From a toddler’s perspective, the perfect factor in regards to the No 50 is that it goes on a ship: the chain ferry that plies the harbour mouth between Studland and Sandbanks. The return journey at sundown on the open higher deck made us snicker out loud: it was like being on a rollercoaster.
Jenny Lunnon
Inverness to Ullapool, Highland
The fun of reaching Ullapool begins while you depart Inverness bus station on the No 61 (D&E Coaches) or 961 (Citylink) and cross the Kessock Bridge over the Moray Firth, beloved by dolphins. An exhilarating journey by way of coasts, mountains and moorland lies forward. First cease the tranquil Black Isle, not an island however with a definite get-away-from-it feeling. On to Garve, following the mighty Ben Wyvis plateau, and as much as Loch Glascarnoch, a desolate spot surrounded by mountains and vulnerable to wild climate. The bus winds by way of gentler, forested terrain alongside the shore of Loch Broom and eventually the pleasures of Ullapool.
Kenny
Porlock to Lynmouth, Somerset/Devon
Take the Exmoor Coaster west from Porlock – maintain your breath to see whether or not the bus makes it up the steepest A-road within the nation! Views of Exmoor and its lovely hills and valleys on the left, historical oak hillsides on the appropriate tumbling to the ocean, with effective views of Wales. Alight at Lynmouth, have a cream tea, take the Victorian funicular to Lynton and have one other cream tea for luck. Take both bus again to Porlock, stroll again alongside the South West Coast Path or disembark at any level between the 2 villages for quite a lot of shorter walks again.
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Newquay to Padstow, Cornwall
The 56 bus from Newquay to Padstow is a feelgood journey alongside winding nation roads, following the gorgeous coast and seashores resembling Watergate Bay. Climb to the highest deck of the bus for dramatic views and large skies; watch the seasons change and the birds within the newly ploughed fields. The bus drivers are affected person and pleasant as they weave the bus by way of slim roads and bends with humour and talent. A tranquil strategy to spend a Sunday in autumn, with a cease at Padstow for lunch. The associated fee is £4 for a return journey. What extra may you ask for!
Alison Parkinson
Cardiff to Newtown, Powys
The Cardiff to Newtown T4 bus route in Wales is my favorite scenic journey, connecting my college metropolis with my dwelling city. Initially the route is a picturesque journey by way of the Welsh valleys, unveiling industrial heritage and dramatic landscapes. It then winds by way of the center of the Brecon Beacons (Bannau Brycheiniog) nationwide park, with its majestic peaks, serene lakes and plush forests. Charming cities resembling Builth Wells and Llandrindod Wells supply tranquil stops – in late August the annual Llandrindod Wells Victorian festivaltransports the entire city again in time. Vacation spot Newtown acts because the gateway to the remainder of Mid Wales, such because the supply of the River Severn.
Liam Lacey
Eryri/Snowdonia, Gwynedd
The Sherpa’r Wyddfa in Eryri (Snowdonia) nationwide park was a superb strategy to discover the realm and get quick access to the numerous beginning factors of the varied routes up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) with out having to cope with overflowing carparks or pre-booking parking months upfront. The round route takes in Caernarfon within the north and Porthmadog within the south, travelling by way of Llanberis and Beddgelert alongside the way in which by way of the spectacular surroundings of the realm. All-day limitless journey from £6 grownup, £4 little one.
Sarah