Thursday 27 September 2012

Launch of Arriva's 11 new buses for Dunstable, Houghton Regis & Luton.


Myself and others have just had the privilage of trying out part of the new Dunstable, Houghton Regis & Luton Busway! Photos on fb & the blog later. Route No. 38 will have state of the art buses, 11 to start with in May. The new busway, all helping to create jobs and better public transport links throughout the conurbation.

 
State of the art buses, with CCTV, the buses have a 7.3 litre engine and weigh over 10 tonnes when empty. They each have 46 seats and carry 61 standing making these the biggest buses in the Arriva fleet.
 
 
The new buses are fully wheelchair accessible, which allows easy access for disabled, elderlyand people travelling with young children, they are environmentally friendly with the latest Eur 5 engines which will mean they are among the cleanest vehicles operating locally.

 
This 'little' wheel is the genius that keeps the bus on the busway.
 
 
Centre ~ Dunstable Mayor Councillor Pat Staples.

 
Chairman of Central Bedfordshire Council Angela Barker, CBC Councillor Nigel Young and Kelvin Hopkins MP




.... and then we all had a trip along the busway itself! It was fast and smooth with now traffic jams!
 

The new busway is encouraging new businesses locally, which means new employment while helping people get to work using public transport.

 

Monday 24 September 2012

Statty Fair in Dunstable today 24th September 2012




The rain has even stopped and the winds have calmed down, so everyone visiting Dunstable this evening can have a great time at the Statty Fair!

Thursday 20 September 2012

Dunstable win High Silver Gilt in this year's Anglia in Bloom Competition.


 
Promoting Dunstable sub group 'Dunstable in Bloom' working alongside Dunstable Town Council, resident's of Dunstable and community groups. Proved that Dunstable was once again 'Blooming Marvelous' as we have won High Silver Gilt in the Anglia in Bloom Awards.
 
About Dunstable has just returned from a meeting to discuss the achievements and are looking forward to the award ceremony we are involved in as part of 'Dunstable in Bloom' which will be held locally next month.
 
 
We will be meeting again soon to discuss how we will all get involved with Dunstable in Bloom preparations for 2013.
 
Everyone in Dunstable is welcome to join this group ~ All helping to make Dunstable a better place to live and work.
 
Please contact us for further details and we look forward to seeing you at our next meeting.
 
Please click on the link below for more photos ~ Thank you
 

Tuesday 18 September 2012

Dunstable Town Fayre ~ in Priory Gardens on Saturday 15th September 2012

This fabulous event was opened by Dunstable Mayor Councillor Pat Staples, who welcomed stall holders and visitors alike to a great fun packed day in Priory Gardens, Dunstable
 



 
The weather was very kind to everyone and a fun day was had by all.
 
To see more pictures please click on the link below ~ Thank you
 

Friday 14 September 2012

Dunstable Town Fayre ~ Fun for everyone and something to uy for every pocket.

 
Dunstable Town Fayre 2011
 
This year promises to be an even bigger and better event!
 
There will be Donkey Rides and Inflatables for the children....
 
Craft Stalls, home bakes, dog shows and much more for everyone to enjoy.
 
From pennies to pounds there will be something at Dunstable Town Fayre to suit every pocket!
 


Monday 10 September 2012

Sunday 9 September 2012

Scooters lined up outside The Four Kings Bar & Cafe today.

 
All polished and ready to show themselves the scooters sit proudly along the road on the pavement outside the Four Kings Bar & Cafe, while the riders enjoy some refreshments inside.

Monday 3 September 2012

Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs arrive in Dunstable for the launch of this year's panto at the Grove Theatre.


 
 
Sue Holderness
 as the Wicked Witch in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
 



 
Sue chatting with a couple of girls who came across to speak to her in Grove House Gardens.