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A Lovely Surprise From The Postman

We received a lovely handwritten note through the post this morning. It was from Charlie & Pip, two very happy newlyweds that used one of our vintage Routemasters for their big day, last month. They loved the experience and described it as "the highlight of their...

The Unsung Heroes of Christmas Time

Christmas party season is well and truly upon on. We all love a Christmas party – the strange time of years where you’re forced to have fun with a bunch of people that you often have nothing in common with. But there’s always one poor soul that’s tasked with...

“Afternoon Tea, anyone?…’’

Are you watching the Wimbledon Finals this weekend? It’s the oldest tennis tournament in the world. Since 1877 it has been held at the traditional All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club, in Wimbledon. It’s one of the four Grand Slam tournaments the others being the...

Stuck For a Father’s Day Gift?

Where does Father’s Day come from? Well it was first celebrated in 1910 at the YMCA in Washington. The civil war veteran, William Jackson Smart managed to successfully raise six children, on his own. One of his daughters Sonora Smart Dodd organised the celebration,...

The Wedding Season Is Upon Us

It’s come round quickly folks, but the wedding season is upon us.   Traditionally June has always been the most popular month to marry. It stems from the Goddess Juno, the protector of marriage. For your special day you may require the Routemaster to take either the...

The Competition Draw Is Happening Next Week

For the past 75 days, we've been taking entries to our 'Free Hire' competition. Up to now, we've had over 1000 people enter the draw and it's due to take place next week. If you're yet to get involved in the draw, then make sure you do it NOW. It’s simple, all you...

29 Years Ago, We Lost The RM1000

In May 1987, 29 years ago, the 1000th Routemaster bus to hit the streets of London was handed over to its new owners for preservation. It was the beginning of the end for the original Routemaster as the famous buses were slowly replaced. London has lost a real icon....

Fancy a drink? Here’s your excuse.

Today (Friday, 6th May) is national “Beverage Day”. The origins of this unofficial holiday are unknown, however it is assumed that it entitles you to indulge and drink as much of your favourite beverage, as you desire. You may decide tea is the order of the day,...

Routemaster Travel To The F.A Cup Final, Anyone?

On this day, the 28th April, in 1923, it was the first FA Cup Final at Wembley. It was between Bolton Wanderers and West Ham United. It was one of the most exciting games in history as it was the first match to be played at the new Wembley Stadium (well, new at the...

Sunny On St George’s Day? Surely Not.

This Saturday, 23rd April is St George’s day. St George is England’s patron saint. According to legend he was a soldier in the Roman army, who allegedly killed a dragon and rescued a princess. The emblem of St George was adopted by Richard the Lion Heart and was...

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