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Due to urgent tree works on the A354 the Ridgeway is closed from 0900-0600 Monday.
Services will divert via Littlemoor Road, A352 Osmington, Broadmayne into Dorchester in both directions
A supplementary shuttle service will run from Weymouth Kings Statue - Upwey Elwell Street from 09.20 - 18.20 and Elwell Street from 09.45 - 18.47.
Heads up! Our new winter timetables are launching on Sunday, 20th October 2024 as part of our regular network review.
Created using feedback from bus users, as well as First Wessex drivers, the changes include the retiming of the morning service for Weymouth College students, with the first journey from Beaminster timed to help students connect at Bridport.
In partnership with Dorset Council, the trial diversion of the X51 to serve Martinstown and Winterbourne Steepleton will also continue during the winter season. Passenger numbers will continue to be reviewed to assess the route’s long-term viability.
The X53 route which is currently running on diversion while works take place at Goose Hill in Portesham, will continue with the temporary route and shuttle service T53 until 8 November.
Alongside this are the usual reduction of some services for the winter season, in particular on the Jurassic Coaster services (X51, X53, X54).
Full list of changes:
Full timetable details: Timetables | First Bus. Passengers are advised to check details before travelling ahead of the new services coming into effect.
Terrance James, Head of Network for First Wessex, said: “Working in partnership with Dorset Council we’re pleased to make changes which continue to improve services for our customers. These include continuing the X51 route to serve Martinstown and Winterbourne Steepleton, as well as helping college students in Beaminster make their connection to Weymouth College.
“Our next round of network changes will be in May next year and we’re keen to hear from local people on what else they’d like to see from our services.”
