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New Open Top Bus Service Launches in Bridlington Today

The Bridlington Explorer is a hop-on, hop-off service, which takes a a scenic circular route from the town's park and ride and aims to show visitors the the sights and hidden gems in and around the town.

The new bus service aims to better connect areas within Bridlington, to give visitors the opportunity the experience different parts of the town with ease. The extension of the existing service will cover destinations including Old Town, North Bay, Town Centre, South Bay and Park & Ride, and operate as a hop on-hop off service - similar to those found in larger towns and cities.

The service is being funded by the Yorkshire Coast BID, their Bridlington Director is Martin Coltman

Onboard audio will also showcase the history of the destinations in the town.

Ben Gilligan from East Yorkshire buses says the new service has been funded by the Yorkshire Coast BID

The Explorer will be an hourly service that will operate 7 days a week from the 23rd of July through until the 4th of September.

Martin Coltman says the bus route takes in a large number of the town's key locations.

Yesterday, Coach Trip's Brendan Sheerin took the area's media on a preview tour on the bus, Paddy caught up with Brendan after the tour.

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