VINTAGE buses stood side by side with their latest 'eco' friendly versions when the Stockton depot opened its doors to visitors.
Stagecoach North East celebrated the 40th anniversary of the formation of the original Cleveland Transit bus company by hosting the family fun day today (Sunday, September 28).
Visitors were able to enjoy a series of activities and games, including a chance to see ‘behind the scenes’ at how the buses are maintained, hazard perception tests for all the family, riding through a bus wash and seeing their name on the bus destination screen.
As well as the buses there was also refreshments, stalls, a depot quiz, a recruitment stand and an official cake cutting ceremony with The Mayor of Stockton, Councillor Barbara Inman.
Abbey Pettigrew, operations manager for Stagecoach’s Stockton depot, said: “The open day is a great opportunity for the local community to see behind the scenes at a bus depot and find out more about what we do, as well as have fun and enjoy a day out. We are also delighted to join The 500 Group in celebrating 40 years since the formation of Cleveland Transit, the bus company which Stagecoach North East bought in 1994."
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