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Green Bus Service, Cannock
6th May 2004 to 7th November 2009

Green Bus Service of Great Wyrley (near Cannock) has long been a fleet of interest to bus enthusiasts. They started in the mid 1970s with a Bedford OB, and have since operated Leyland Tiger Cubs, several generations of Leyland Leopards, and now mainly Mercedes minibuses. At one time double deckers were operated (starting with a lowbridge Guy Arab), but nowadays the fleet is all single deck. Operations are nowadays concentrated in the Cannock - Wolverhampton corridor, but in the past services reached as far as Birmingham, Lichfield, Newport, Stafford, Uttoxeter and Walsall.

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the first full-sized bus operated was this former Fishwick Leyland / MCW Olympic.  Seen at the garage in 1983 in the original 2 tone green & cream livery
the first full-sized bus operated was this former Fishwick Leyland / MCW Olympic. Seen at the garage in 1983 in the original 2 tone green & cream livery
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another photo of the Leyland / MCW Olympic dropped off in Cannock during a period when the bus station was closed c1987
another photo of the Leyland / MCW Olympic dropped off in Cannock during a period when the bus station was closed c1987
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at one time the only 11m Leyland Leopard in the fleet was this former Trent one.  I think the location is the outside the old bus station in Cannock
at one time the only 11m Leyland Leopard in the fleet was this former Trent one. I think the location is the outside the old bus station in Cannock
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the first bulk purchase was three former Burnley & Pendle Leyland Tiger Cubs in the late 1970s.  BCW466B is seen in the old Cannock bus station
the first bulk purchase was three former Burnley & Pendle Leyland Tiger Cubs in the late 1970s. BCW466B is seen in the old Cannock bus station
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the ex Burnley Tiger Cubs lasted until the late 1980s.  BCW469B is seen on the last day of operation into Birmingham 25th April 1987.
the ex Burnley Tiger Cubs lasted until the late 1980s. BCW469B is seen on the last day of operation into Birmingham 25th April 1987.
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another ex Rossendale Leyland Atlantean / East Lancs was CTC175J which is seen in Hednesford, and giving a truly bumpy ride from Penkridge !
another ex Rossendale Leyland Atlantean / East Lancs was CTC175J which is seen in Hednesford, and giving a truly bumpy ride from Penkridge !
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one of the last Leyland Leopards purchased was this former Burnley & PEndle example seen in Wolverhampton
one of the last Leyland Leopards purchased was this former Burnley & PEndle example seen in Wolverhampton
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in the late 1990s a number of former Accrington / Hyndburn Leyland Leopards were purchased from Stagecoach, including EHG44S seen here in Wolverhampton
in the late 1990s a number of former Accrington / Hyndburn Leyland Leopards were purchased from Stagecoach, including EHG44S seen here in Wolverhampton
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one of the ex Rossendale Leyland Leopards loading at Penkridge
one of the ex Rossendale Leyland Leopards loading at Penkridge
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the second double-decker acquired was this ex Caerphilly lowbridge Leyland PD3.  Seen in Wolverhampton at the original Chubb St terminus
the second double-decker acquired was this ex Caerphilly lowbridge Leyland PD3. Seen in Wolverhampton at the original Chubb St terminus
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the former Caerphilly Leyland PD3 seen at the other end of route 10 in Rugeley Bus Stastion on a very dismal day
the former Caerphilly Leyland PD3 seen at the other end of route 10 in Rugeley Bus Stastion on a very dismal day
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Bedford OWB GZ2248 operating the Brewood - Penkridge - Cannock route on 22nd SPetember 2007.  Seen arriving at Penkridge
Bedford OWB GZ2248 operating the Brewood - Penkridge - Cannock route on 22nd SPetember 2007. Seen arriving at Penkridge
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Bedford OWB  GZ2248 specially operated the Brewood - Cannock service on Saturdays in September 2007.  Seen having arrived at Sannock on Sept 22nd.
Bedford OWB GZ2248 specially operated the Brewood - Cannock service on Saturdays in September 2007. Seen having arrived at Sannock on Sept 22nd.
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one of a small number of Leyland Atlaneans purchased from Hyndburn in the late 1980s, HTF176K seen approaching the Wolverhampton terminus of route 9 to Essington.
one of a small number of Leyland Atlaneans purchased from Hyndburn in the late 1980s, HTF176K seen approaching the Wolverhampton terminus of route 9 to Essington.
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another photo of HTF176K thids time at Essington on the Wolverhampton - Landywood service
another photo of HTF176K thids time at Essington on the Wolverhampton - Landywood service
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another former Hyndburn Leyland Atlantean was HTF179K which was painted in this non-standard livery for some reason.  Seen at Cannock Bus Station on the Wolverhampton - Rugeley service
another former Hyndburn Leyland Atlantean was HTF179K which was painted in this non-standard livery for some reason. Seen at Cannock Bus Station on the Wolverhampton - Rugeley service
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around20 Leyland Leopards were acquired from Rossendale over a period of time. One of the first was JTF153F seen here in Penkridge
around20 Leyland Leopards were acquired from Rossendale over a period of time. One of the first was JTF153F seen here in Penkridge
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the current fleet of Mercedes minibuses includes K136ARE a Wright bodied vehicle, that was new to Stevensons.  Seen arriving in Lichfield St, Wolverhampton on the Wednesfield service
the current fleet of Mercedes minibuses includes K136ARE a Wright bodied vehicle, that was new to Stevensons. Seen arriving in Lichfield St, Wolverhampton on the Wednesfield service
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K321YKG is a Mercedes 709D with Alexander (Belfast) body that was new to Red & White, and subsequently with several Stagecoach companies.  Seen in Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton on 15th October 2008 having arrived on route 18 from Lyndale Park
K321YKG is a Mercedes 709D with Alexander (Belfast) body that was new to Red & White, and subsequently with several Stagecoach companies. Seen in Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton on 15th October 2008 having arrived on route 18 from Lyndale Park
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in September 2009, a Wolverhampton - Stafford service was started.  Former Ribble Mercedes 709D / alexander Belfast K623UFR is seen leaving Cheel Road in Stafford in the first week of operation
in September 2009, a Wolverhampton - Stafford service was started. Former Ribble Mercedes 709D / alexander Belfast K623UFR is seen leaving Cheel Road in Stafford in the first week of operation
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Green Bus started running a Norbury - Stafford service on Thursdays in September 2006. This route is usually operated by one ofr hte European Coach Conversion bodied Iveco Turbo Dailys, like L113YAB seen loading in Stafford
Green Bus started running a Norbury - Stafford service on Thursdays in September 2006. This route is usually operated by one ofr hte European Coach Conversion bodied Iveco Turbo Dailys, like L113YAB seen loading in Stafford
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L255NFA is a Mercedes L709D / Wadham Stringer that was new to Stevensons.  Seen in Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton on 15th October 2008, having arrived on route 3 from Brewood
L255NFA is a Mercedes L709D / Wadham Stringer that was new to Stevensons. Seen in Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton on 15th October 2008, having arrived on route 3 from Brewood
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L308YDU is a Mercedes 709d / Alexander Belfast which came from Stagecoach Oxford in 2006.  Seen in the latest livery in Wednesfield in April 2007
L308YDU is a Mercedes 709d / Alexander Belfast which came from Stagecoach Oxford in 2006. Seen in the latest livery in Wednesfield in April 2007
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Mercedes L327CHB - 2 at Wolverhampton on service 3 on a foggy day in December 2005
Mercedes L327CHB - 2 at Wolverhampton on service 3 on a foggy day in December 2005
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one of 3 ex Blackburn Leyland Tiger Cubs was LCB60G, seen here arriving at Cannock bus station
one of 3 ex Blackburn Leyland Tiger Cubs was LCB60G, seen here arriving at Cannock bus station
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three Leyland Tiger Cubs came from Blackburn around 1980, of which LCB66G is seen laying over at Essington on the Walsall service.  This route was never very frequent and now only runs once a day as far as Bloxwich
three Leyland Tiger Cubs came from Blackburn around 1980, of which LCB66G is seen laying over at Essington on the Walsall service. This route was never very frequent and now only runs once a day as far as Bloxwich
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an ex Rossendale Leyalnd Leopard seen in Wolverhampton
an ex Rossendale Leyalnd Leopard seen in Wolverhampton
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Mercedes 709D / Alexander (Belfast) M370LAX seen on the Thursdays only Stafford – Norbury route in August 2007.  This vehicle came from Red & White / Stagecoach Cymru.
Mercedes 709D / Alexander (Belfast) M370LAX seen on the Thursdays only Stafford – Norbury route in August 2007. This vehicle came from Red & White / Stagecoach Cymru.
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Mercedes 709D / Alexander (Belfast) M370LAX seen in Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton on 15th October 2008 working route 10 to Cannock - a service which is now only 3 journeys per day Mon - Fri
Mercedes 709D / Alexander (Belfast) M370LAX seen in Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton on 15th October 2008 working route 10 to Cannock - a service which is now only 3 journeys per day Mon - Fri
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M677JFP is a Mercedes 709D / Alexander that is often seen on the service to Stafford as here leaving Cheel Road for Wolverhampton on 27th October 2009
M677JFP is a Mercedes 709D / Alexander that is often seen on the service to Stafford as here leaving Cheel Road for Wolverhampton on 27th October 2009
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Ex Stagecoach Western via Glenvale Volvo B6 / Alexander M720BCS is normally seen on route 23 Bloxwich - Brownhills.  Seen here at Bloxwich on 15th October 2008
Ex Stagecoach Western via Glenvale Volvo B6 / Alexander M720BCS is normally seen on route 23 Bloxwich - Brownhills. Seen here at Bloxwich on 15th October 2008
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M92JHB is a Mercedes 709D / Wadham Stringer that was new to Anslows of Pontypool, but came from Stagecoach Gloucestershire.  Seen at Cheel Road in Stafford on the Wolverhampton service in September 2009
M92JHB is a Mercedes 709D / Wadham Stringer that was new to Anslows of Pontypool, but came from Stagecoach Gloucestershire. Seen at Cheel Road in Stafford on the Wolverhampton service in September 2009
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M92JHB is a 709D / Wadham Stringer that was new to Phil Anslow Travel.  Acquired in October 2008, it isstill in Stagecoach livery when seen in Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton
M92JHB is a 709D / Wadham Stringer that was new to Phil Anslow Travel. Acquired in October 2008, it isstill in Stagecoach livery when seen in Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton
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the third double decker owned was ex Greater Manchester (originally Stockport) Leyand Titan PD3 / East Lancs MJA892G - seen in Hednesford
the third double decker owned was ex Greater Manchester (originally Stockport) Leyand Titan PD3 / East Lancs MJA892G - seen in Hednesford
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this Daimler fleetline / Northern Counties  ame from City of Oxford, and is seen in Cannock Bus Station
this Daimler fleetline / Northern Counties ame from City of Oxford, and is seen in Cannock Bus Station
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one of a number of ex Rossendale Leyland Leopard / East Lancs operated was MTC866K seen here at Rugeley on the Cannock / Wolverhampton service
one of a number of ex Rossendale Leyland Leopard / East Lancs operated was MTC866K seen here at Rugeley on the Cannock / Wolverhampton service
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ex Rossendale Leyland Leopard MTJ870K seen at the picturesque BRewood terminus - probably waiting to return to Wolverhampton
ex Rossendale Leyland Leopard MTJ870K seen at the picturesque BRewood terminus - probably waiting to return to Wolverhampton
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taken in the same place as the photo of LCB66G above European Coach Conversion bodied Iveco Turbo Daily N114YAB has just arrived in Essington with the daily journey on route 16 from Bloxwich on 15th October 2008
taken in the same place as the photo of LCB66G above European Coach Conversion bodied Iveco Turbo Daily N114YAB has just arrived in Essington with the daily journey on route 16 from Bloxwich on 15th October 2008
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European Coach Conversion bodied Iveco Turbo Daily N114YAB running a lunchtime journey on route 23 to Brownhills at Bloxwich on 15th October 2008
European Coach Conversion bodied Iveco Turbo Daily N114YAB running a lunchtime journey on route 23 to Brownhills at Bloxwich on 15th October 2008
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N462VOD is a Mercedes 709D / Alexander that was new to Ribble.  Seen in Chell Road, Stafford having arrived from Wolverhampton in September 2009.
N462VOD is a Mercedes 709D / Alexander that was new to Ribble. Seen in Chell Road, Stafford having arrived from Wolverhampton in September 2009.
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N618VSS is a Mercedes 709D / Alexander that was new to Stagecoach Western, but came from Red & White.  Seen in Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton on October 15th 2008, on route 9 from Landywood
N618VSS is a Mercedes 709D / Alexander that was new to Stagecoach Western, but came from Red & White. Seen in Lichfield Street, Wolverhampton on October 15th 2008, on route 9 from Landywood
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NBZ1676 is an East Lancs rebodied Leyland Leopard that was new to West Yorkshire PTE (with Plaxton body) as RWT527R. It has been with Green Bus since 1992, having been rebodied in 1995.  Sen in lichfield Street, Wolverhampton on 15th October 2008 on route 9 to Landywood
NBZ1676 is an East Lancs rebodied Leyland Leopard that was new to West Yorkshire PTE (with Plaxton body) as RWT527R. It has been with Green Bus since 1992, having been rebodied in 1995. Sen in lichfield Street, Wolverhampton on 15th October 2008 on route 9 to Landywood
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the many Leyland Leopards in the fleet included this Duple Dominant bodied one, originally with Lancaster City Transport.  Seen at Wednesfield on the Lyndale Park service (now operated by Choice Travel)
the many Leyland Leopards in the fleet included this Duple Dominant bodied one, originally with Lancaster City Transport. Seen at Wednesfield on the Lyndale Park service (now operated by Choice Travel)
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NFR748T is a Leyland Leopard / East Lancs that was new to Hyndburn.  Seen in Lichifled Street, Wolverhampton on 15th October 2008, on route 3 to Brewood
NFR748T is a Leyland Leopard / East Lancs that was new to Hyndburn. Seen in Lichifled Street, Wolverhampton on 15th October 2008, on route 3 to Brewood
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the first rear engined double decker owned was this Leyland Atlantean / Northern Counties PNF942J, which was originally a SELNEC PTE prototype standard - it is seen at the School Street terminus in Wolverhampton
the first rear engined double decker owned was this Leyland Atlantean / Northern Counties PNF942J, which was originally a SELNEC PTE prototype standard - it is seen at the School Street terminus in Wolverhampton
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one of a pair of East Lancs rebodied Leyland Leopards aquired from South Wales was PNY391R seen here leaving Wolverhampton on the Rugeley service.
one of a pair of East Lancs rebodied Leyland Leopards aquired from South Wales was PNY391R seen here leaving Wolverhampton on the Rugeley service.
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amonst the last full-sized vehicles in the fleet are a pair of ex Rhymney Valley East Lancs bodied Leyland Leopards, of which PWO89Y is seen in Wolverhampton
amonst the last full-sized vehicles in the fleet are a pair of ex Rhymney Valley East Lancs bodied Leyland Leopards, of which PWO89Y is seen in Wolverhampton
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another ex Rhymney Valley Leyalnd Leopard
another ex Rhymney Valley Leyalnd Leopard
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