Jim Stones Coaches
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 Alexander Dennis Enviro 200 at Leigh bus station in July 2011 | |
| Parent | Jim Stones |
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| Founded | 1968 |
| Headquarters | Leigh |
| Service area | Greater Manchester |
| Service type | Bus services |
| Routes | 22 (October 2013) |
| Hubs | Leigh bus station |
| Depots | 1 |
| Fleet | 14 (October 2013) |
| Website | www.jimstonescoaches.com |
Jim Stones Coaches is a bus operator that operates a number of commercial and supported routes on behalf of Transport for Greater Manchester in Leigh, Greater Manchester. The main hub is Leigh bus station.
History
Jim Stone Coaches was established in 1968 as a charter operator. Upon the bus deregulation in October 1986 the company started bus operations with two routes, 596 from Leigh to Landside and 599 from Leigh to Higher Folds. The company expanded operations by filling the bus network where the larger incumbent operator GM Buses retracted services, as well as winning school and tendered contract services from Transport for Greater Manchester.[1]
Services
As at October 2013 14 route and eight school bus services were operated.[2]
Fleet
As at October 2013 the fleet consisted of 14 buses, of which twelve are Alexander Dennis Enviro200s.[3] Fleet livery has been very similar since its inception being white upper body separated by light blue stripes from a much darker blue waistline scheme.
See also
References
- ^ Company Profile Jim Stones Coaches
- ^ Timetables Jim Stones Coaches
- ^ Fleet List Jim Stone Coaches
External links
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