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RE: PCL Travel - Tom - 23 Nov 2016
(23 Nov 2016, 6:29 pm)Cobalt271 When I first saw Jimmi's post I stated I wouldn't trial their service and seeing more negative reviews I stand by that notion. They're also tricky to photograph at times as they like to leave the Terminus points when they like rather than sticking to timetable.
To me they just seem like a totally unprofessional company, surely Travelsure or Glen Valley would be more suited to this, or even Arriva!
RE: PCL Travel - Jimmi - 23 Nov 2016
(23 Nov 2016, 6:29 pm)Cobalt271 When I first saw Jimmi's post I stated I wouldn't trial their service and seeing more negative reviews I stand by that notion. They're also tricky to photograph at times as they like to leave the Terminus points when they like rather than sticking to timetable.I can vouch for leaving places early, on the day I used the 15/16 it left Rothbury a few minutes early on the 16 circular.
I did state that I wouldn't be using them again but thought I may eventually cave but Charles' post has only decreased the chances of that, don't know about you's but I don't want to be spending another chilly evening in Thropton for 45 minutes worrying how I'm going to get home again.
RE: PCL Travel - Cobalt271 - 23 Nov 2016
(23 Nov 2016, 6:33 pm)Tom To me they just seem like a totally unprofessional company, surely Travelsure or Glen Valley would be more suited to this, or even Arriva!
I hope Travelsure do express interest when the contract is up for renewal, or even Glen Valley. Both are highly professional companies but I think Travelsure would struggle with this unless they invested in another vehicle or two.
RE: PCL Travel - Buses98 - 23 Nov 2016
(23 Nov 2016, 6:41 pm)Cobalt271 I hope Travelsure do express interest when the contract is up for renewal, or even Glen Valley. Both are highly professional companies but I think Travelsure would struggle with this unless they invested in another vehicle or two.
would be nice if rothbury motors took interest if the service comes up for tender next time
RE: PCL Travel - Cobalt271 - 23 Nov 2016
(23 Nov 2016, 6:52 pm)Buses98 would be nice if rothbury motors took interest if the service comes up for tender next time
Indeed. They'd need to get hold of a DDA compliant vehicle first though!
RE: PCL Travel - Buses98 - 23 Nov 2016
(23 Nov 2016, 7:23 pm)Cobalt271 Indeed. They'd need to get hold of a DDA compliant vehicle first though!
yeh true and they keep their fleet tidy
RE: PCL Travel - tyresmoke - 23 Nov 2016
None of that sounds pretty unusual in the world of independents operating services at low cost unfortunately. Typical of councils cutting cost as passing services onto the cheapest bidder.
PCL have grown quickly over the last few months, they may need some time to settle down and get a steady operation
RE: PCL Travel - Buses98 - 25 Nov 2016
Does anyone know if the optare solo PCL has recently acquired has entered service yet?
RE: PCL Travel - jaimz13 - 25 Nov 2016
(25 Nov 2016, 11:40 am)Buses98 Does anyone know if the optare solo PCL has recently acquired has entered service yet?
My friend Chris said she saw it other day on the M1
RE: PCL Travel - Jimmi - 26 Nov 2016
(25 Nov 2016, 11:40 am)Buses98 Does anyone know if the optare solo PCL has recently acquired has entered service yet?
Looked to be out in service today.
![[Image: 30883373400_d201d3660e.jpg]](https://c1.staticflickr.com/6/5531/30883373400_d201d3660e.jpg)
PCL TRAVEL ptare Solo V740 GBF at Hexham Bus Station. The destination was in process of being changed for the Colwell service. by ASP8, on Flickr
RE: PCL Travel - omnicity4659 - 26 Nov 2016
That Solo is branded for the M1.
RE: PCL Travel - Tom - 27 Nov 2016
Finally solved the mystery why 79 never showed up at Ponteland or the airport! http://mitfordparishcouncil.gov.uk/downloads/Number79timetable.pdf
After looking for the M1 timetable this came up and showed it only operated a circular service around Morpeth for at least the latter part of it's operation. Also looks like Jimmis photo has been used on the leaflet. Unsure why the Nexus website still showed it serving there though.
RE: PCL Travel - NK53 TKT - 28 Nov 2016
(27 Nov 2016, 8:35 pm)Tom Finally solved the mystery why 79 never showed up at Ponteland or the airport! http://mitfordparishcouncil.gov.uk/downloads/Number79timetable.pdf
After looking for the M1 timetable this came up and showed it only operated a circular service around Morpeth for at least the latter part of it's operation. Also looks like Jimmis photo has been used on the leaflet. Unsure why the Nexus website still showed it serving there though.
Great!!!!
Thank you!!!!!
No Ponteland service though, a bit irritating considering I want them to have the service because my grandparents live there
PCL Travel - TEN 6083 - 28 Nov 2016
https://flic.kr/p/PCmA1E
The Optare Solo was on Asda Bus today, was behind it most of the way in the car as I was going there for shopping. Could hear a loud whine from it even with the windows closed.
Does anyone know what days it runs as can't find a timetable for it ?
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RE: PCL Travel - Jimmi - 28 Nov 2016
(28 Nov 2016, 7:50 pm)TEN 6083 https://flic.kr/p/PCmA1E
The Optare Solo was on Asda Bus today, was behind it most of the way in the car as I was going there for shopping. Could hear a loud whine from it even with the windows closed.
Does anyone know what days it runs as can't find a timetable for it ?
I may be wrong but I think this service only runs on a Monday.
Like everyone, I have also been unable to find the timetable for this service.
PCL Travel - Jimmi - 28 Nov 2016
Well this probably explains why the Solo was allocated to services 808 and 882 on Saturday:
Christmas rush leaves Otterburn bus passengers behind: http://www.hexham-courant.co.uk/news/bellingham/christmas-rush-leaves-otterburn-bus-passengers-behind-d1f2d75e-72ec-48b9-88e5-caab536dc8c8-ds
Credit to them for putting a bigger bus on though.
RE: PCL Travel - omnicity4659 - 01 Dec 2016
(27 Nov 2016, 8:35 pm)Tom Finally solved the mystery why 79 never showed up at Ponteland or the airport! http://mitfordparishcouncil.gov.uk/downloads/Number79timetable.pdf
After looking for the M1 timetable this came up and showed it only operated a circular service around Morpeth for at least the latter part of it's operation. Also looks like Jimmis photo has been used on the leaflet. Unsure why the Nexus website still showed it serving there though.
That timetable became effective on 20th July 2016. Some time after PCL started running it?
RE: PCL Travel - tyresmoke - 10 Dec 2016
A new addition at PCL is LK03GHN, Dennis Trident / Plaxton President - former Metroline TP450
RE: PCL Travel - Tom - 16 Dec 2016
PCL are now operating a T1 service in Morpeth but it won't let me download the timetable http://www.pcltravel.net/pcl-commercial-services
RE: PCL Travel - Jimmi - 16 Dec 2016
(16 Dec 2016, 5:13 pm)Tom PCL are now operating a T1 service in Morpeth but it won't let me download the timetable http://www.pcltravel.net/pcl-commercial-servicesTimetable for the T1 can be found here: http://www.nexus.org.uk/sites/default/files/documents/bus/T001-PCL-111216.pdf