North Somerset Coaches

07/06/2022

14/02/2022

New page for our Ikarus 260 bus, "the Hungarian legend in England", as we tentatively start to look forward to finally having some events to visit and activities to enjoy this year! Lots of photos of the journey so far, since buying it in Hungary in December 2017. This NSC page will now be monitored only occasionally, as we've stopped operating modern vehicles and commercial operations. Our two remaining vehicles, the Budapest Ikarus and our 1956 Southern National Bristol LS, are purely for enjoyment and conservation 😊

25/08/2021

If you're at a loose end on Saturday, probably the last time ever that half-cab vintage buses will operate in normal public service in Bristol. To mark the final day of Abus - the last independent bus company in the City - normal 349 journeys will be augmented with special extra journeys operated by Bristol Lodekkas 969EHW and 972EHW. There might be other special appearances too, and the man himself Alan Peters will be at the helm of the final Optare Spectra AP04BUS on the very last journey.

Special "Abus only" all day travel on purchase of the Abus book for £5
Other fares available too
We will be crewing 969EHW so wave or say hello!

23/08/2021

We've made it! Not with a bus, as we originally planned, but by Eurostar to join the 3 day NostalBusRally in Flanders this weekend. Some fantastic vehicles, great company and activities, and some sobering moments in Ypres too, as we passed through the Menin Gate. Hopefully when restrictions are over and there's events in future we will get to take one of our vintage British buses... and any of our friends and supporters who would like to come will be very welcome!
.. and hopefully, next week, Hungary!

12/08/2021

Closer to home for our "Mystery Tour" today... to the Avon Valley Railway for tea and cake on the train. Ample provisions for the journey and very much enjoyed for a short tour with our local gang of friends. We also welcomed a new face today; someone recently moved to Nailsea who had been finding it hard to make new friends during COVID. You're guaranteed a warm welcome on our trips, not just by our crew but by the other travellers too. We still keep single bookings to a double seat for your comfort though. Give us a try and see how nice coach travel can be!

11/08/2021

Dramatic skies today on Dartmoor for our West Devon Excursion.

The flexibility of our little coach made for a wonderful day out. Eating up the Motorway miles in comfort gave time for an extra stop-off in Okehampton for coffee, before travelling to Tavistock and the brilliant Pannier Market (our purchases - local strawberries, cauliflower, galvanised mop bucket, accounts book, ream of A5 paper, lunch box!) Then we climbed onto the Moor where the weather changed quickly, but we were able to stop for photos and to admire the stunning ponies - some with foals. Then Tea in Moretonhampstead and a cruise back up the M5.

If you're still unsure about getting out and about, give us a try and we'll be pleased to welcome you. Friendly, comfortable outings with good company!

02/08/2021

We're full for Tavistock on 11th August but still have seats for our next tea and cake afternoon, on 12th August to the Avon Valley Railway at Bitton.

£25 for the coach trip, steam train ride and tea/coffee and cake on the train!

Book your seats now!

More information about the railway here:

Opened in 1869 by the Midland Railway as a through-route between Birmingham and the South Coast the Avon Valley Railway was later linked to the iconic Somerset & Dorset Railway.

02/08/2021

We couldn't share this at the time but now it's public... if you watched the BBC Drama "Baptiste" tonight, set in Budapest, you probably didn't spot our bus lurking in the background!

We spent a weekend at the Building Research Establishment in North London last Autumn with our former Budapest Ikarus bus forming a backdrop to shots used for the rather dramatic final scene of episode 3. Really interesting to compare what we saw on the day to what's seen on screen!

28/07/2021

Two more trips this week....

Friday 30th July, local afternoon cream tea outing

Then something special on Sunday 1st August
From Nailaea, Backwell, Congresbury and Weston to Seaton and Beer, and a group visit to Beer Quarry Caves also arranged.

Few seats remaining; if you'd like to join us please let us know ASAP ... come along and join the fun!

http://www.beerquarrycaves.co.uk/

BEER QUARRY CAVES Guided Tours of 2,000 year old man-made caverns Tel:01297 680 282 EX12 3 AS Opening Times N.B. In exceptional circumstances Tour times may vary. (This now HIDDEN for Desktop, Tablet and Mobile) 2021 Prices Adults £10.00Child 5 to 16 years and over 65 years £8.00. Family 2 adults ...

21/07/2021

A scorcher of a day today but a fantastic day out had by all in Bridport and West Bay. There was even some paddling and swimming!

New faces and old friends welcome on all our adventures. Check the list and get in touch to book! Local pickups around Nailsea and Backwell (and others possible) ... and holiday special child fares too!

14/07/2021

Wednesday 21st July (next week!) West Dorset adventure to Bridport on market day, and West Bay... its the boss' birthday so his choice of destination! Cakes are very welcome...

A lovely town to visit, bustling with life and a nice variety of independent shops and cafes... there's also one of the biggest millinery (hat) shops for gents, ladies and children.

We've got some seats still available; ring/text 07971 800201 or message to book.

£25 per person (and we even supply a free bottle of mineral water for the journey) pay by cash or card on the day.

12/07/2021

We left the miserable local weather behind today for a fabulous day out on one of longest day tours... over 120 miles to the delightful walled town of Tenby in West Wales. A couple of showers soon passed and the glorious sunshine and golden sands looked absolutely stunning! See what you're missing if you've not booked you coach trips for August yet, with local pickups around Nailsea and Backwell, we're the friendly local choice for your days out!

11/07/2021

Even in the rain we had a nice day out and the roast was worth waiting for! It felt so good to be back at our favourite place, Oake Manor Golf Club near Taunton.

11/07/2021

Good morning and happy Sunday everyone... our first Sunday Lunch trip in 17 months and the self-titled "Geriatric Aunts" are raring to get to the roast potatoes!

09/07/2021

The variety of our Friday... morning spent laying carpet (not bad for an amateur?!) Then rewarded with our Friday Afternoon Tea excursion to Farringtons Farm Shop at Farrington Gurney. Delicious home-made scones, ample tasty tea and good company in a COVID-secure setting. Perfect way to end the week!

Our trips are booking up fast but seats are still available on some excursions; get in touch and let us (re)introduce you to touring England the easy way 🚌🚌🚌🚌🚌🚌🚌🚌

07/07/2021

A busy few days coming up... and just a few places still available!
Book now for some great days out. Pickups around Nailsea Backwell and Weston-super-Mare

Friday 9th July... afternoon tea (£15 + tea)
Sunday 11th July... lunch (£15 + lunch)
Monday 12th July... Tenby (£25)

07971 800201 to book

01/07/2021

We've had a busy week; welcoming the happy faces of new travellers and old friends for an afternoon tea mystery tour and the first of our longer-distance day trips, today to the beautiful South Devon town of Dartmouth. If you've not been with us yet, what are you waiting for! Ring to book seats before they sell out. We're already fully booked for Tenby on 12th July but we have seats still for Afternoon Tea next Friday (9th), Sunday Lunch on 11th and Bridport & West Bay on 21st You can also pay by card on the day.

21/06/2021

Weather very unlike what would be expected for the "longest day of the year"... June 21 outing to Tintern Abbey, the Wye Valley and Monmouth. Much enjoyed, nice lunches and good coffee!
Next week... Brooklands Museum and Dartmouth; both fully booked but waiting list places available!