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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

1 year

Flying is so overrated these days – and with £2 single fares on all our buses, even swans know that bus is best! Don’t be a silly goose – duck into one of our buses today!

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5 years

We’ve had the lion, we’ve had the tiger, and we’ve had the leopard, so for our new fleet of buses, which will run to the University of Reading, we are delighted to welcome- the unicorn! The unicorn will take to the streets at the end of this month- we can hardly wait! 🦄🚌

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1 year

A quick update: @Swan_Lifeline has arrived and will be taking the bird in for medical checks and supervision for a couple of days. Thanks to everyone who helped assist with our unexpected passenger today.

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@reading_buses

7 years

Huge congratulations to @ReadingFC - now off to Wembley! We're delighted to be an official partner of the club at such an exciting time.

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

6 years

We believe. In honour of our England getting to the semi-final, we've decided to decorate one of our buses to show our support. Let us know if you spot it! #itscominghome

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@reading_buses

3 years

It is with great sadness that we lay to rest one of our colleagues today. Our drivers may be wearing brightly coloured tops or football shirts in honour of Richard’s memory. Rest in Peace 💖

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

5 years

With our main network now back to normal, we would like to say a big thank you to all our drivers and staff behind the scenes for keeping Reading moving during the snow. It takes a lot of work and dedication to ensure that service is maintained as much as possible. Thank you all!

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

4 years

With the world adjusting to the 'new normal' we just wanted to acknowledge our amazing employees! Without their professionalism and spirit, we would not be able to continue to run buses like we are. So a big thank you to each and every one of you! 😊

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

4 months

We’re excited to announce that starting from today, we’ll be introducing a team of comfort pets onboard our buses to help make your next journey with us more relaxing! Learn more today here:

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

6 years

We can finally confirm that our Charity of the Year 2018 is... @autismberkshire We look forward to a great partnership in the coming year!

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@reading_buses

1 year

📣 Today we are announcing our exciting new product that will revolutionise travel & make it more attractive to a new generation 🤩 Emoji bus stop names! Say 👋 to our 🆕 🚌 🛑 names replacing traditional destination text on our buses. Learn more ✨ #emoji

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

4 years

💜Our safe and colourful buses are our pride and joy. Terrific Trish has taken her love of our purple17 to the next level! Face mask, hair and nails are all beautifully co-ordinated – colourful, safe and stylish. Trish, you look tremendous! 💜

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@reading_buses

4 years

Showing our appreciation for carers and key workers this evening with a rainbow lineup of buses - plus a bit of bunting ready for VE day! #ClapForOurCarers #VEDay75

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

7 years

We're pleased to confirm that we've submitted a registration to cover route 2 Dedworth-Windsor-Slough when First withdraw later this month. This builds upon our forthcoming work in Slough and @GreenLine702 . We look forward to working with @RBWM & @SloughCouncil . More info soon.

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

6 years

At 11am today, our drivers may pull their buses over (where safe to do so) for the two minutes' silence to mark the centenary of the end of the First World War and to honour those who fell in both world wars. We thank you for your patience and understanding during this time.

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

4 years

Showing our support for fellow key workers and the NHS this evening #ClapForCarers

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

1 year

Open top bus will be in service this morning on route 17 from 07:00, enjoy the sunshine.

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@reading_buses

1 year

The pre-season home games start for @ReadingFC this Saturday at 3pm as they take on @SouthamptonFC . We’ll be running our F1 shuttle bus between Reading Station and the stadium to get you to the match! More info:

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

6 years

It’s the time of year when we think of a special birthday… Green Line 702! It’s been a great year, as well as introducing the new service, we doubled trips to LEGOLAND and brought you the 703 which goes to Heathrow! Who knows what 2019 will bring? There may be some new buses...

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

7 years

Good luck to our friends @ReadingFC in the Championship Play-Off Final today. We've four buses of fans en route to show their support! 🚌⚽️🤞🏆

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

6 years

Friar Street east closed due to fans celebrating a win in world cup. Services that use FE departing Station Road instead

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

7 years

We're pleased to confirm that we'll be operating the 702 Bracknell-Windsor-Slough-London Greenline from 27th Dec after First withdraw. Times and fares will be broadly similar to today. More details will be posted soon once finalised. A special service will run on Christmas Eve.

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@reading_buses

4 years

We are extremely excited to announce our new Charity of the Year for 2020... @sportinmind a local charity with a great aim to use sport to promote better mental health!

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

7 years

We’re proud to announce our first micro-buses! Enjoy a sweeter bus travel along the new route plum 31.

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

10 months

Great news! At long last, the roadworks on the A4 Bath Rd at Berkeley Ave have now been completed and the road reopened. All affected services are now back on their normal line of route. Thank you very much for your patience during this time.

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

3 years

🌞 With sunny days around the corner, & a rise in sun damage, we're launching a new addition to our uniform. One long sleeve for protection from the sun’s rays through the window whilst driving, one short sleeve to keep cool. Here's a sneak peek, ready for the roads next month!

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

3 years

A massive 'Good Luck' to @England for later from our very own #threelions today. We know you will do all of England proud. According to our two cuddly little helpers... It's coming home! #euro2020 #ENG

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

7 years

Look out for the first refurbished bus for our skyblue 15/16 routes on the road today and let us know what you think! #USB #WiFi #TableZone

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

11 months

Our drivers are working hard in the heat to get you where you need to be this weekend. We are distributing water and are allowing them to wear white clothing so they can cool down and stay safe in this heat. Our supervisors will be keeping an eye on everyone around the town too!

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@reading_buses

6 years

She did it!! Huge congratulations to our fantastic Marketing and Brand Manager Nikki Ball who has won the Marketing and PR Award at tonight’s Thames Valley Venus @WomenAwards !! 🏆🥇

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

2 years

Congratulations to Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on reaching her Platinum Jubilee! We have put a special design on one of our buses in honour of this momentous occasion. Let us know when you spot it!

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

6 years

Some drivers may shortly pull their buses over to the side of the road (where safe to do so) to mark the two minutes silence of Armistice Day. We thank you for your support and understanding should you be travelling on one of these buses. #lestweforget

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

6 years

Women are working in every single role across our company – driving, supervising, engineering, cleaning, administrating, managing and directing! We’re proud to be a company with an ever growing female workforce #internationalwomensday

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

4 years

As a mark of respect and remembrance to those who tragically lost their lives in Reading on Saturday, we will be taking part in the one minute’s silence at 10am today. Our drivers may pull their buses over where safe to do so #WeAreReading

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

7 years

Amongst all of this afternoon's traffic madness, we're delighted to put the first of our brand new bio-gas buses into service on our purple 17 route. It's just left the depot! Please let us know what you think if you get to travel onboard 👍

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

7 years

Come and see us on Broad Street today until 4pm to see our brand new state of the art purple 17 bio-gas buses (and daisy the cow)!

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

6 years

Lost dog found by driver this morning was micro chipped and owners have been informed, woof woof

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@reading_buses

5 years

Congratulations to Alma Cox who celebrated an impressive 20 years with us today! 🎉

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

4 years

Congratulations to amazing Adrian for completing an incredible 20 years service with us! This is a huge achievement! Adrian, thank you for all your hard work and commitment over the years - you're a star 🎉

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

1 year

Swanline has been contacted and we won't be moving the bus until the swan is safe!

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@reading_buses

11 days

Come on England! Let's bring it home! #EURO2024 #England #ThreeLions

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

7 years

We are putting a poppy on a bus on each of our routes in readiness for #armisticeday and to remember all who have fallen. #lestweforget

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

11 days

Off out to cheer on England tonight? Be safe - leave the car and take the bus! Many of our buses run all evening and you can get there and back for less than a pint (£2 each way or £3.50 day ticket in Reading), so we can help take you home when the boys bring it home!

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

1 year

Little orange 19b from Chalfont Way Asda @ 1100 cancelled due to a Swan landed on bus roof. We apologise for any inconvenience.

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

7 years

We at Reading Buses would like to wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a happy New Year!

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

1 year

Open toper will be on Purple 17 this morning from 06:59 enjoy the sunshine.

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

4 years

Whether it’s home-made, shop-bought, a scarf or a snood, please remember it’s a legal requirement to wear a face covering if you travel with us from Mon 15 Jun. We’re looking forward to welcoming you and your new and colourful accessory! #travelsafer

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

1 year

It’s matchday for @readingfc today as they take on @theposh at 3pm for the first game of the season. All of our football buses will be running today to help get you to the match and support The Royals! More info:

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

11 months

We are excited to announce our eye-catching “pride in Reading” bus which celebrates the LGBTQ+ community in Reading. The bus will be taking part at the @Reading_Pride festival this Saturday and you’ll be able to spot it out and about on our routes after #ReadingPride

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

5 months

Happy #worldbookday ! 📚 If you are travelling today, why not relax on board with your favourite book? Journey to far-away places, forgotten kingdoms and magical realms, all whilst we take you safely where you need to be.

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

4 years

Thank you to all the key workers doing their bit to help keep people safe, healthy and connected. From the NHS to care workers, food production & distribution to shop workers and refuse collectors to utilities and more, THANK YOU! Our own key workers are proud to keep you moving

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

5 months

We are in Wokingham Market Place promoting our brand new lion buses which are in service today! Come along and say "Hi" and pick up a free lion pen and bag!

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

7 years

It's going to be a hot one today so you'll find Fernanda our Open Top bus running up and down our purple 17 route all day today! Enjoy 👍☀️😎

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

5 years

Well, we have managed to navigate through the peak period and some difficult conditions. Sorry if there were delays caused to your journey or you had to walk a bit further to get to a bus stop we could serve . Stay tuned for any further updates throughout the day. Thanks eveyone!

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

6 years

Meet Trish James – our current longest serving female driver, working for us for nearly 25 years! Trish thoroughly enjoys the work she does, always smiling, laughing and spreading joy to others - credit to the company! #internationalwomensday

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

2 months

Our open-top bus will be out on route 17 this morning starting off at 07:27 Friar Street (FN) to Three Tuns.

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

7 years

We hope you're enjoying the hot weather today! Enjoy it even more on our open top bus out on the 17 this afternoon. Normal fares apply 👍 ☀️😎

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

3 years

Travel with us has never been safer. We’re doing all we can using new processes, equipment and latest technology to keep you #safeandconnected . Check out our exclusive new video to see just how much we are doing and the things you can do to help too! 😊

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

3 years

After yesterday we reckon @ReadingCouncil should consider this. 26 to Southcote? Nah mate! 26 to Southgate! 😊😊 #rdguk #ENGITA

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

1 year

Heading to the @ReadingFC vs @SouthamptonFC pre-season friendly at 3pm today? Leave the car and take the bus! Our F1 shuttle will be running from Reading Station to help get you to the game! More info:

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

5 years

Great news for sun-seekers! Our open top bus will be on purple 17 from just after 3pm today! Climb on board and enjoy the early spring sunshine! :)

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

5 years

We're 2nd in the UK - happy days! Thanks to all our amazing employees for helping us win the silver award for Top National Bus Depot. @UKBusAwards #BusWins19

UK Bus Awards

@UKBusAwards

5 years

SILVER WINNER of the Top National Depot sponsored by @personalgroup is… Reading @reading_buses CONGRATULATIONS! #BusWins19

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

5 years

🤱 Just like you or I, when a baby gets hungry, they need food fast! This is why this #WorldBreastfeedingWeek we are reinforcing our commitment to supporting breastfeeding on our buses, so you can feed your baby with confidence. #BreastfeedingFriendly 👶

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

2 years

We are delighted to unveil our new Charity of the Year for 2022... @RGNewBeginnings The charity is dedicated to the prevention and relief of poverty and financial hardship - and they are our next door neighbours! We hope that we can help raise lots of money for them this year!

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

5 years

Congratulations to Ian Gibson who celebrated 40 years service with us today and to Terry Harper who achieved 30 years! This is a fantastic achievement - a huge well done to both 🎉😀

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

5 years

We are simply over the moon to announce that this year, we have raised an amazing £13,192.20 for our charity of the year Cancer Research UK for Children & Young People! This is an incredible achievement and we'd like to thank everyone who donated and raised money for this cause🎉

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

4 years

We showed our appreciation for carers and key workers outside our depot this evening with some creativity from our workshop team - they continue working behind the scenes to keep our buses running #clapforcarers #clapforkeyworkers #clapforNHS

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

1 year

pen toper will be on Purple 17 this morning from 07:00 enjoy the sunshine.

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

7 years

It's official! We accept contactless payments on our buses from today! Thanks to @RobWilson_RDG & Andrew Jones MP from @transportgovuk

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@reading_buses

1 year

Saturday sees @ReadingFC face off against @WatfordFC at 3pm. All our football buses will be running to help get you to the match and support the royals!

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

5 years

Did you know? We've been running motorised buses for 100 years in Reading! We are celebrating today by recreating the original civic run between Caversham Heights and Tilehurst, complete with a vintage bus from 1935!

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

1 month

Our open-top bus is currently operational on Purple 17 route from 08:50 St Mary's Butts[CN] untill 18:08.

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@reading_buses

1 year

Open top bus in service this morning from 06:59 St Marys Butts, enjoy the sunshine.

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

1 year

We are excited to announce the Reading All-Bus ticket! Available from Monday, this new great value day ticket will allow all day travel on Reading Buses, Thames Travel, Arriva and Thames Valley buses all around town for just £3.40. Learn more:

cheaper day tickets for everyone!

get on board with possibly the cheapest day ticket in the country!

www.reading-buses.co.uk

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

3 years

💎Our Customer Choice winner is Gary Andrews Gary helped scared little girl who had got on the bus in the wrong direction. An amazing driver who calmed down a child in need - kept her safe & made sure she got where she needed to go. A true professional! #ReadingBusesGemAwards

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

6 years

It’s been such a fantastic day at our open day, helping to raise money for @autisumberkshire - what did you enjoy the most? Share your pictures with us on Twitter and on Facebook! We would love to see them

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

4 years

🐄 Mildred the Cow is looking udderly fabulous in her face covering this morning! Please remember, it is a legal requirement to wear yours whilst travelling with us if you’re able to. If you are unsure, check out the list of exemptions #safertravel

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

7 years

Santa has been safely delivered to @BroadStreetMall today onboard Fernanda, our wonderful Roof Top bus! Catch one of our frequent buses to get there and see him! 🎄 🎅 🚌

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

9 years

Official top speed done by our official timekeepers 76.785 mph for #projectvroom what a performance! http://t.co/d48vht9gd7

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@reading_buses

5 years

An early morning start with @BridgitteTT from @BBCBerkshire interviewing Adam - our youngest bus driver at just 18 years old!

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

2 years

Heading to the 150th Anniversary Reading FC match this weekend? Leave the driving to us and jump on our F1 shuttle service from Reading station to the stadium. All you need to decide is which side you are supporting? Coppell or McDermott?

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

7 years

Route 4 18:10 from Reading delayed approx 15mins while we transfer a female passenger to the labour ward at RBH #suggestbabynames

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

6 years

And so it begins! It’s the perfect day for our annual open day at our depot. Enjoy face painting, bbq, sit in the driver’s seat, see behind the scenes, go through a bus wash and much more! So come and join in the fun!!

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

4 years

Every bus has a hand sanitiser unit on board for customers to use. We still recommend that you wash your hands before getting the bus and when you reach your destination too. It's one of many things we can all do to help everyone #travelsafer

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

7 years

Look out for our @SupportULGBT partnership bus promoting @Reading_Pride which is out on our network from today 🌈 #onboardforequality

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

7 years

Our Director team are taking over Customer Services today whilst we have a training day. We're here to answer your Qs online & on the phone!

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

5 years

Good Morning good people of Reading! As you may have seen, it is snowing! This has caused disruption to some services and there are some areas we are not able to serve. We'll do our best to get you to where you need to go. Keep your eye on our twitter feed for service updates!

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

7 years

We’re here with @BrickGalleria showing off their new LEGO brick purple 17 Buses! Want one? Come meet us at broad street to find out more about our free building event happening in Feb! Also come see your lovely new purple 17 Buses!!

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

5 years

We are extremely proud to announce that we achieved a huge increase in customer satisfaction in the current Bus Passenger Survey - with our satisfaction rating now at 94%! This is our joint highest score to date and see us ranked sixth in the country!

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

7 months

From all of us here at Reading Buses, we would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas! None of our buses are running today (except for a special service on Flightline 703). All our drivers are taking a well-deserved rest. More info: #nextStopChristmas

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

5 years

⭐ Very warm congratulations to Awais who is our latest Star of the Month! Awais always has a flexible and positive work ethic and can do approach. He has an all round excellent performance and truly deserves this award! Well done Awais! ⭐

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

5 years

Congratulations to our Newbury supervisor Paul Comley on 30 years’ service! Big love to Paul for his commitment and hard work providing buses to the people of Newbury and Vodafone, and for looking after the Newbury drivers! Pictured here with some of the team and @RTL_Robert

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

5 years

⭐ A huge well done to Dan Moss who is our latest star! Dan listens, helps, explains, and nothing is too much trouble for him. He is a great role model to others in engineering and truly deserves this award. Well done Dan! ⭐

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

5 years

🎉 A dynamic duo of Dans have been shortlisted for top industry awards! Dan Bassett & Dan Moss have both been selected in the @routeoneteam magazine excellence awards. Dan Bassett for Manager of the Year & Dan Moss for Rising Star. Well done and good luck to both! 🎉

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@reading_buses

8 years

Good luck to drivers Jamie Richardson & Ed Love who are on their way to compete in @ukbdoy in Blackpool this weekend

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@reading_buses

8 years

Our new royal blue double-deck buses are powered by compressed natural gas producing almost no particulates. A @ScaniaUK world first!

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@reading_buses

7 years

We would like to wish you all a happy New Year!

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@reading_buses

7 years

@SouthernRailUK Booo @SouthernRailUK #AskEddie is an inspiration to us all in passenger transport. You know where we are if you need more experience Eddie!!

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

4 years

There can be only one! Our Star of the Year is... (drumroll) Jordan Hicks, our first Engineering Star of the Year. #busawards #excellence #amazingemployees

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Reading Buses

@reading_buses

6 years

Good Evening people of Reading. You may have noticed it is snowing and that is effecting some of our services this evening. Please stayed tuned for service updates! Currently we are operating a full service with some curtailments and diversions.

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