Press Release From Mr G Scarlett of Graham’s Handybus / Eden Bus Services

JUST THE TICKET!

One of the regions most well known and respected names in the world of local bus companies, has become part of a Shildon based firm.

Eden Bus Services Ltd is now owned by GRAHAM'S handybus, which in turn is owned by Musician and businessman Graeme Scarlett. Most people will know that ‘The Eden’ was a familiar sight around County Durham for nearly 70 years, and the company has been a part of the Arriva Group companies since being taken over by United Automobile Services Ltd in 1995.

Mr Scarlett told Jeff’s Bus Lane, that he is “delighted to have finally concluded negotiations to have The Eden as part of his business, as he has had links with the company since his youth having used the school bus for some years like many other pupils, and it also being the first company he drove for officially, after passing his PSV driving test in 1979.”

“Most people will remember the quality of service supplied by staff of the The Eden, and we intend to continue and build on that reputation for service. Although no decision has yet been made as to what work will be applied for in The Eden name, Mr Scarlett did confirm that any vehicle bought would be painted in the distinctive Red and Ivory Livery and would carry the famous ‘The Eden’ logo’s, continuing that “whilst the decision to buy the company has some nostalgia involved, it is obviously a business decision, and therefore will continue to be run as such”.

GRAHAM'S handybus has recently been operating a Shoppers Shuttle Bus for the New Asda Superstore in Bishop Auckland, which runs from Stand A of Bishop Auckland Bus Station to the store every 30 minutes. Mon – Sat.

The Company website is currently www.geocities.com/edenbusses/home and a new site of www.theeden.co.uk  is anticipated shortly