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Westcliff Motor Services – an outline history

 

Don’t be fooled by the title, this “outline” comprises over 220 A4 pages, lavishly illustrated (478 colour or b/w pictures) and hard backed.  Highly recommended!!

Written by the Group’s Alan Osborne with assistance from Jim Young, this book is a must for any enthusiast of the Essex bus scene.

Price £25 plus £2.50 contribution towards postage costs

 

 

Blackwells of Earls Colne - the story of an Essex independent bus operator

 

Our most extensive publication so far, this 68 page A4 sized book is profusely illustrated, with colour covers and numerous black/white pictures inside.  Tells the full history of this enterprising operator from the days of the First World War up to the 1965 sale to Hedingham & District.  Backed up with ephemera, time and fare tables, a full fleet list, this book is a must!  Written by respected author Michael Yelton, who knew the Blackwell family personally in the latter days of the business.

Price £9.95 plus £1.20 post & packing = £11.15                     How to order

 

 

Coastal Red Fact File – By Alan Osborne   

The name of Coastal Red rekindles memories of their bus war with Eastern National in Clacton and Harwich following deregulation in 1986. This fact file covers the complete history of buses from Great Oakley garage, including Hooks Bros, the Essex Coastal Express combine and Charter Coach. Plus there’s extensive coverage of the bus war as this small operator took on the big boys and was eventually run off the road.

This essential book includes a complete fleet list and route listing, 9 historic black and white photos and 4 comprehensive route maps. 28 pages with red card covers and 9 black and white photos.

Price £3.50                     How to order

 

 

City Fact File – By Alan Osborne   

To celebrate the golden Jubilee of the take over of City Coach Company we are proud to launch a brand new book.   Alan Osborne surveys the famous City Coach Company prior to takeover in 1952.  Packed with many special features including a full history, fleet list, tickets, route maps and timetables plus 2 rare colour and 8 B&W photos.

Take a trip down memory lane and order your copy today!  32 Pages with card covers.

Price £3.50                     How to order

 

 

Coastal Red Fact File – By Alan Osborne.

 

The name of COASTAL RED rekindles memories of their bus war with Eastern National in Clacton and Harwich following deregulation in 1986.

This brand new fact file covers the complete history of buses from Great Oakley garage, including Hooks Bros, the Essex Coastal Express combine and Charter Coach.

Plus there’s extensive coverage of the bus war as this small operator took on the big boys and was eventually run off the road.

Hot off the press, this essential book includes a complete fleet list and route listing, 9 historic black and white photos and 4 comprehensive route maps.

28 Pages with red card covers and 9 B&W photos. Price £3.50      How to order

 

 

The Lion Roars No Longer Eastern National Leyland Lions By P. Snell & A. Osborne

 

A new comprehensive history of the 73 Leyland lions operated by Eastern National from the late Twenties to the mid Fifties. 24 pages inc. 10 rare photos and card covers

Price £2.50                         How to order

 

Eastern National Regents & Renowns (Fact File 6) by Alan Osborne & Peter Snell

 

A comprehensive history of the AEC Regents & Renowns operated by Eastern National from the late Twenties to the early Fifties. Read all about the allocations, loans to London Transport and much more. 16 pages Inc 9 rare photos and card covers

Price £3.50                         How to order

 

The ENOC Lancet — By Peter Snell

 

An illustrated history of Eastern National’s Dennis Lancets, introduced in the 1930’s. 12 pages, 8 B&W photos and card covers. 

Price £1.50                                  How to order

 

Westcliff-on-Sea In Focus — By Peter Snell and Alan Osborne

 

An attractive selection of b/w photos of the Westcliff fleet over the years. 32 pages, 64 B&W photos and card covers.  Originally £4.50, we have a new stock at a reduced price - excellent value!

Price £2.50                                  How to order

 

 

 

Grey Green –From Ewer To Arriva –By Owen Woodliffe

 

This excellent new book tells the story of one of the most famous operators in the country. With over 200 photos and a history of the many routes and vehicles operated, it’s an essential addition to everyone's bookshelf. 76 A4 pages with colour card covers.

Price £10.95                     How to order

 

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