Scottish Vintage Bus Museum
Scottish Vintage Bus Museum
Scottish Vintage Bus Museum
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Douglas I
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Jul 2021 • Couples
I was treated like a VIP I asked if the Anglo Scottish Motorway Coach which was a M type Walter Alexander body was on display. I was told it wasn't however as I had asked the volunteers went out of their way to let me see it.
A great place to visit and good value for money. £5.00 adult and £3.00 concession/child which also includes a bus ride and a tour of the Maintenance and Edinburgh shed plus a large exhibition shed with various memorabilia.
A great place to visit and good value for money. £5.00 adult and £3.00 concession/child which also includes a bus ride and a tour of the Maintenance and Edinburgh shed plus a large exhibition shed with various memorabilia.
Written July 5, 2021
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Tmalcam
Berwick upon Tweed, UK97 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
We had a great time here,enjoyed it from start to finish & I wouldn't really say we're bus fans as such. Everyone who gives their time to volunteer here is extremely welcoming & knowledgeable. We had Bill on our bus tour & he very kindly allowed us onboard his bus which he takes all over to various bus rallies.
The place is full of history & so interesting,it also has a great little cafe which is amazing value for money & again staffed by friendly folks who know their stuff. Fabulous place,well worth a visit.
The place is full of history & so interesting,it also has a great little cafe which is amazing value for money & again staffed by friendly folks who know their stuff. Fabulous place,well worth a visit.
Written April 17, 2022
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Joshua96
Doncaster, UK37 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
I write this as I make my way back home after what has been one of the best weekends I’ve had for a very long time. My friend and I attended the Bus Museum open weekend on the 19th and 20th of August though we did arrive on the morning of Friday 18th. The selection of vehicles is outstanding with plenty to look at and a wide variety to satisfy all interests. Everybody was so friendly, and a stark contrast to other events I’ve attended in other areas previously.
I’m so very looking forward to attending the museum again, and I recommend you do also.
I’m so very looking forward to attending the museum again, and I recommend you do also.
Written August 20, 2023
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Mark39uk
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Aug 2023 • Friends
Well, what can I say? We had the absolute pleasure of visiting the Scottish Vintage Bus Museum for their open weekend. We came in our Motorhome on Friday morning and stayed until 4 on Sunday. What a fantastic weekend it was too. There was so much to see and do. A variety of vehicles ranging from the very old, right the way through to brand new. There was a great selection of stalls in the top shed with a fantastic selection of things to buy. The highlight for me was being able to see the collection out of hours and watch the owners test run some of the vehicles on the track. The organisers, members and volunteers are a big part of this very successful weekend. I honestly have never met such a friendly bunch of people. I can’t single out one person as they were all amazing, from the gift shop to the control centre. The people made this event perfect. I’m already planning for next year and will definitely visit sooner (especially now I’ve been talked into joining as a member). A huge thank you to everyone that made this weekend possible
Written August 21, 2023
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wahaejock
Fochabers, UK235 contributions
Sep 2022
Very interesting place not just the museum but the former use of the site as Navy stores.
There is an exhibition hall which houses the cafe [50p for a Tea] it is just light snacks.
Also a good number of Buses as well as other related items and gift shop and there is also a guided bus tour taking you around the site to various sheds [workshop Edinburgh shed and the Stagecoach Heritage Fleet which was not availible this visit] and also the Trains which run back and forth which are seperate from museum and cost extra £3.
The cost of the Bus section is £5/£3.
If this interests you go see. I intend to return to see the Stagecoach H F.
There is an exhibition hall which houses the cafe [50p for a Tea] it is just light snacks.
Also a good number of Buses as well as other related items and gift shop and there is also a guided bus tour taking you around the site to various sheds [workshop Edinburgh shed and the Stagecoach Heritage Fleet which was not availible this visit] and also the Trains which run back and forth which are seperate from museum and cost extra £3.
The cost of the Bus section is £5/£3.
If this interests you go see. I intend to return to see the Stagecoach H F.
Written October 4, 2022
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Mark S
Scotland, UK9 contributions
Jul 2023
What a fantastic Day really enjoyed our visit. all the Volunteers were really knowledgeable and made the experience very personal and special. I would Like to thank Bill our Guide and Driver Willie for speaking about there extensive knowledge of Buses, Ian made a extra effort to show us his own personal bus he owns and loves very much , Willie the Driver is also is very good with the Kids allowing them to sit in the drivers seat ext., The only thing I would want to do is drive a bus. To others thinking this might not be for you it’s a gem and very reasonable for a family ticket for 1 adults and 2 children £7, Great café and very cheap for refreshments, Nice small shop and well priced, the railway is great add on, Good luck to the volunteers and charity board I will be back.
Written July 9, 2023
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Neil Andrew H
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Sep 2022
What a fantastic afternoon really enjoyed the visit. Staff were really knowledgable and made the experience very personal and special. There was a gent there who used to live in long side in Aberdeenshire was so knowledgable about local companies in the Buchan area from the past. Sir thank you as it made my mum and my visit very personal. The only thing I would want to do is drive a bus. To others thinking this might not be for you it’s a gem and very reasonable for a family ticket for 2 adults and 2 children. Great cafe and very cheap for refreshments. Good luck to the volunteers and charity board I will be back.
Written September 25, 2022
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Christopher L
Suffolk, UK7 contributions
Aug 2021
Great day out on the open weekend in August. Never seen so many buses many running around. Also the bus stops and shelters of an era gone by. The museum was also full of things and worth the look. Also the café was well appreciated. The little train line was fun too! The only down side, which was beyond all our control was the wet rainy day - but it didn't dampen the day out!
Written December 18, 2021
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Casie L
Edinburgh, UK12 contributions
Aug 2015 • Family
I went here a while ago with my partner and Dad. It was something different to do for the day. I have to say i really enjoyed it, I'm not really into buses or anything but it was so good. I loved looking at the vintage buses and the bus ride was fantastic. Well worth a look.
Written August 29, 2015
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Advisor_Z
United Kingdom61 contributions
Apr 2019 • Family
Visited this place together with the family. Was pleasantly and it is unexpectedly surprised. More than 200 buses, on one of them will move you across the museum territory. We could feel history. We saw process of restoration of buses, painting process. Took beautiful pictures and learned a lot of new and interesting. Small and nice cafe, polite staff, interesting guide. I am sure we still more than once we will return to this place.
Written June 26, 2019
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Peter Ward fae fife
Cowdenbeath, UK4 contributions
What is the admission fee
Eddie T
Dunfermline, UK17 contributions
Normal admission £5 for adult. On special Museum events prices vary. On 20th May Open Day admission is £8 for adult.
Haribo28Edinburgh
Rosyth, UK62 contributions
Does the cafe serve lunches (sandwiches, toasties etc) or would we need to have lunch somewhere else first?
Eddie T
Dunfermline, UK17 contributions
Apologies for the late response. Our cafe only sells a limited supply of cold sandwiches, cakes, biscuits, sweets, etc plus hot drinks. We do not serve any warm or hot foods.
Nellied55
Fife, UK51 contributions
How much to get in for 3 kids 2 adults
Eddie T
Dunfermline, UK17 contributions
On a normal Sunday opening a family ticket for two adults and two children is £12. Additional children are £3 each. Children under 5 are free. (Child prices vary for special events and can be seen on our website.)
brenda_lowe57
Blairgowrie, UK
How do i get there using public transport ?
Eddie T
Dunfermline, UK17 contributions
The Bus Museum is not accessible by public transport. Taxis are available from Dunfermline and are around the £10 mark (one way). There is a free bus service from Dunfermline Bus Station during our special events. Dates can be seen on our website - Google svbm.
brenda_lowe57
Blairgowrie, UK
How do i get there using public transport ?
Eddie T
Dunfermline, UK17 contributions
The Bus Museum is not accessible by public transport. Taxis are available from Dunfermline and are around the £10 mark (one way). There is a free bus service from Dunfermline Bus Station during our special events. Dates can be seen on our website - Google svbm.
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- Scottish Vintage Bus Museum is open:
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