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Aycliffe Bus Aycliffe and District Bus Preservation Society Welcome to the Aycliffe & District Bus Preservation Society page.

Here you will find details on all the events we're going to be attending and some photos of past events. Please feel free to get in touch via our wall or to send us your photos of our buses out and about!

Another vehicle from the Aycliffe and District Bus Preservation Society collection that will be operating free heritage ...
04/08/2026

Another vehicle from the Aycliffe and District Bus Preservation Society collection that will be operating free heritage bus services throughout the day is NDL 769G, affectionately known as "The Newtonian".

Built in 1969, NDL 769G is a Bristol LHS with Marshall bodywork. For many local people, this is a bus that brings back fond memories, having spent many years carrying passengers around Newton Aycliffe.

Today, the Newtonian remains one of the most recognisable vehicles in our collection and is a proud reminder of the area's rich independent bus operating history. Lovingly maintained by our volunteers, she continues to attend events across the North East and is always a popular sight wherever she goes.

Whether you remember travelling on her in service or simply want to experience a classic single-deck bus from the late 1960s, this is the perfect opportunity to step aboard and enjoy a ride.

Be sure to take a trip on NDL 769G during our August Running Day and experience another wonderful piece of North East transport heritage.

Aycliffe & District Bus Preservation Society is delighted to be bringing a selection of our historic vehicles to Middlet...
03/08/2026

Aycliffe & District Bus Preservation Society is delighted to be bringing a selection of our historic vehicles to Middleton Hall Retirement Village for a relaxed Summer Evening BBQ on Tuesday 25th August 2026, from 6:00pm until 8:00pm.

Come along and enjoy a wonderful summer evening with family and friends, featuring:

• Pop-Up Café
• Hot & Cold Drinks
• Homemade Cakes & Scones
• Ice Creams
• Garden Games
• Bowls on the Green
• Historic Vehicles on Display

Whether you're a transport enthusiast, looking for a pleasant evening out, or simply fancy a cup of tea and a slice of cake in beautiful surroundings, we'd love to welcome you.

This promises to be a fantastic community event, bringing people together to enjoy good company, great food, and a chance to see some of our preserved vehicles up close.

Tuesday 25th August 2026
6:00pm – 8:00pm
Middleton Hall Retirement Village

As well as our fantastic selection of visiting buses, we'll also have a number of vehicles from the Aycliffe Bus Museum ...
03/08/2026

As well as our fantastic selection of visiting buses, we'll also have a number of vehicles from the Aycliffe Bus Museum collection out and about operating our free heritage bus services throughout the day.

First up is one of the museum's oldest and most cherished vehicles, LHN 860.

Built in 1949, LHN 860 is a Bristol L5G with Eastern Coach Works bodywork and is one of the oldest operational buses in the North East. Originally delivered new to the United Automobile Services fleet, she spent her working life carrying passengers across the region before being preserved for future generations.

LHN 860 has become one of the flagship vehicles of the Aycliffe and District Bus Preservation Society collection and is always a favourite with visitors. Over the past year, our volunteers have invested hundreds of hours into mechanical improvements and ongoing conservation work to ensure she remains in excellent condition for future generations to enjoy.

This is a rare opportunity to experience travel on a bus that is now over 75 years old and to step back into an era when post-war Britain was getting back on the move.

Be sure to take a ride on LHN 860 during the day and experience a true piece of North East transport history.

Just 5 Sleeps to Go Until Our August Running Day!The countdown is well and truly on! In just 5 days' time, Aycliffe Bus ...
03/08/2026

Just 5 Sleeps to Go Until Our August Running Day!

The countdown is well and truly on! In just 5 days' time, Aycliffe Bus Museum will once again come alive with the sights and sounds of heritage buses from across the region.

We have a fantastic selection of guest vehicles joining us, and we can't wait to share them all with you. There will also be a very special opportunity to see something that hasn't been seen for quite some time... Keep an eye on our page over the coming days as we reveal more!

Guest Vehicle Announcement No. 1

We are delighted to welcome our friends from the 500 Group, who will be bringing along their beautifully restored RDC 106R – a Bristol VRT 3 with Northern Counties bodywork.

Originally delivered new to Cleveland Transit in 1978 as fleet number H106, the bus served the people of Teesside until its withdrawal in 1990. It then moved to Jones of Llanfaethlu in North Wales, where it spent many years working as a school bus before being withdrawn in 2004.

The 500 Group acquired the vehicle in May 2005, bringing it back home to Teesside to begin what would become a lengthy but painstaking restoration.

Following a major engine overhaul between April 2023 and July 2024, and further restoration work during the winter of 2024/25, RDC 106R returned to the road looking absolutely superb. During the 2025 season she proved herself once again with successful outings to Kirkby Stephen, Leeds, Sandtoft and Rotherham, showing she's still more than capable of covering the miles.

Vehicle Specification

Chassis: Bristol VRT 3
Body: Northern Counties
Fleet Number: 106
Year New: 1978
Withdrawn: 1990
Acquired by the 500 Group: 2005

Technical Details

Engine: Gardner 6LXB (180hp)
Transmission: SCG 5-speed semi-automatic
Top Speed: 45mph

We'd like to thank everyone at the 500 Group for supporting our event. We look forward to welcoming both them and RDC 106R to the museum this Saturday.

Aycliffe Running Day

Saturday 8 August
10:00am – 4:00pm
Aycliffe Bus Museum

Stay tuned as we have plenty more guest vehicles to announce over the next few days.

Aycliffe Bus Museum is an independent accredited museum run entirely by volunteers.Events like our Aycliffe Running Day ...
03/08/2026

Aycliffe Bus Museum is an independent accredited museum run entirely by volunteers.

Events like our Aycliffe Running Day help raise awareness of our charity and the work we do preserving historic buses for future generations.

If you've never visited us before, Saturday 8 August is the perfect opportunity.

Come along, enjoy the free bus services, explore the museum and discover the stories behind the vehicles that helped keep our communities moving.

Every visit makes a difference.

We look forward to welcoming you to Aycliffe Bus Museum.

We’re excited to welcome a fantastic selection of stallholders to Aycliffe Running Day this Saturday, 8th August 2026 at...
02/08/2026

We’re excited to welcome a fantastic selection of stallholders to Aycliffe Running Day this Saturday, 8th August 2026 at Aycliffe Bus Museum.

Alongside a great line-up of heritage buses, there will be plenty of stalls to browse, with something for everyone, including:

• Bus Memorabilia – perfect for transport enthusiasts and collectors
• Purple Willow Jewellery
• Inspired by Angels
• Dave’s Die Cast Models
• DSD Creations GB
• Janine’s Temple Spa
• Disco Charms
• Claire’s Coffees
• Grillhaus
• Pixel Box
• Vintage Peddling Ices
• 500 Running Group
• Spennymoor Navy Association

Whether you’re a bus enthusiast, looking for a unique gift, fancy a browse around the stalls, or simply want to enjoy a great family day out, there will be plenty to see and do.

Saturday 8th August 2026
10am – 4pm
Aycliffe Bus Museum, Newton Aycliffe

Free heritage bus running day, museum open, great stalls, food and refreshments available.

We can’t wait to welcome you all for a fantastic day!

We're at Shildon Fun4All today!Why not pop down and say hello to the team from Aycliffe Bus Museum and the Aycliffe & Di...
01/08/2026

We're at Shildon Fun4All today!

Why not pop down and say hello to the team from Aycliffe Bus Museum and the Aycliffe & District Bus Preservation Society?

We're proud to be supporting this fantastic community event with our heritage buses, and we'd love to meet you. Whether you're a lifelong transport enthusiast or just looking for a great family day out, come and have a chat, take some photos, and find out more about what we do.

Hackworth Park, Shildon
11:00am – 3:00pm

We look forward to seeing you!

Looking for something different to do this summer?Join us at Aycliffe Bus Museum on Saturday 8 August for a fantastic fa...
01/08/2026

Looking for something different to do this summer?

Join us at Aycliffe Bus Museum on Saturday 8 August for a fantastic family day out.

Free heritage bus rides
Museum open all day
Gift shop
Historic vehicles
Friendly volunteers
A warm welcome for visitors of all ages

Whether you're eight or eighty, there's something to enjoy.

See you there.

This Saturday, Aycliffe and District Bus Preservation Society will be heading to Shildon to support the fantastic Fun4Al...
31/07/2026

This Saturday, Aycliffe and District Bus Preservation Society will be heading to Shildon to support the fantastic Fun4All event.

Come along and enjoy a great day out for all the family, with plenty of activities and entertainment throughout the day. Be sure to stop by and say hello to our volunteers and take a look at one of our historic buses.

Fun4All – Free Family Funday

Saturday 1st August

Hackworth Park, Shildon

11.00am to 3.00pm

We look forward to seeing you there and helping make it another fantastic community event.

Join us on Saturday 8 August for our annual Aycliffe Running Day at Aycliffe Bus Museum.Enjoy a fantastic day celebratin...
30/07/2026

Join us on Saturday 8 August for our annual Aycliffe Running Day at Aycliffe Bus Museum.

Enjoy a fantastic day celebrating North East transport heritage, with a fleet of beautifully preserved vintage buses operating FREE heritage bus services throughout Newton Aycliffe and the surrounding area.

The museum will also be open, giving you the chance to explore our collection, browse the shop and learn more about the history of public transport in our region.

Whether you're a lifelong bus enthusiast or simply looking for a great family day out, there's something for everyone.

Saturday 8 August
10.00am until 4.00pm
Aycliffe Bus Museum, Burtree Road, Newton Aycliffe

Admission to the museum is free, with donations welcome.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Address

Aycliffe & District Bus Preservation Society, Unit H, Langton Business Park
Newton Aycliffe
DL56BL

Telephone

+447935551766

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