21st Century Transport for Eastbourne

Any community that intends to continue making progress, must offer a transport infrastructure that both residents and visitors expect. Local communities demand  good sound links with other locations and a comprehensive, effective local transport system. Eastbourne is no exception and given the importance of transport  for older people in particular,  the subject has been included as an issue for the ESF to focus on in its representation to others on behalf of seniors.

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18th November 2009

Help shape the future of bus services in East Sussex

East Sussex County Council would like your views on its plans to improve bus services in East Sussex.

A review of our passenger transport services in 2007 showed a number of areas where bus services could be changed or increased to provide better transport links. Our draft Bus Strategy sets out how we plan to improve bus travel in the county, including how and where services will change.

Read the Bus Strategy > >

Have your say about the Bus Strategy > >

This consultation closes on 23rd December 2009.

17th November 2009

Eastbourne Community Bus Service

A new local transport service, the Eastbourne Community Bus Service, has been introduced. Supported by funding from East Sussex County Council, and available to residents within the Eastbourne Borough Council boundaries, the local transport service is operated by Newhaven company CTLA. It will be available on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday between 9.30 am and 2.30 pm.

Membership is free. To qualify you must either:

• Hold or qualify for a Countycard concessionary pass
• Have any form of mobility difficulty that prevents you using other local bus services.

Where will the bus take me?
The Community Bus will take you to and from anywhere within the Eastbourne Borough Council area. You can use this service to travel to shops, doctors,dentist, optician, visit friends, day centres, leisure centre, the station, the choice is yours.

Who can use the Community Bus?
The service can be used by most residents living within the area covered by the service. To check eligibility please complete the application form or phone CTLA on the number below.

How can I join the service?
You must register to use this service, contact CTLA for an application form. Once your completed form is received, you are welcome to telephone to arrange transport. Registration is free.

How much are the Fares?
There is just one standard flat rate fare of £1.50 per each journey. Unfortunately t he National Bus Pass cannot be accepted on this service.

How do I book this service?
The CTLA offices are manned between 8.00 am and 4.30 pm Monday to Friday, so just telephone with your booking request giving at least one day notice.

Where does the bus pick me up?
CTLA offers a truly personal service by providing door to door transport (subject to access).

Can I take my wheelchair/walking aid?
Yes, all vehicles are fully accessible by either ramp or tail-lift, when booking please inform CTLA if you are a wheelchair user. Families with folding buggies can also be accommodated

A Minibus of Your Own?
Minibuses are available for hire with driver to eligible groups, please contact our office for terms, conditions and prices.

Telephone 01273 517332, or visit: www.ctla.org.uk

11th September 2009

Do you have difficulty with local bus services?

Public Transport is always a big issue whenever our Members get together. Eastbourne Borough Council is looking at piloting a community bus scheme in Eastbourne.  In addition, the Older Peoples' Engagement Day Report (see our home page for details) asks seniors’ forums to gather information on use of buses – where people want to go, where they currently go, and where bus stops should be in rural areas.
 
Always ready to help, ESF has produced a transport survey for Eastbourne residents in Microsoft Word format, which you can download here. Please return it to the address at the bottom of the page or, alternatively, you could complete it in Word, highlighting the appropriate items in a different colour, and e-mail it back to us at members@esf-online.org.