Wells, Somerset WBUG

13/10/2026

Putting together a team to clean Wells bush shelters - I know its a council responsibility but they dont have resources. . - if you want to join in, all materials available, all you need is a pair of yellow gloves. Get in touch [email protected]
WELLS KINDNESS WEEK 9th-14th November 2026

07/09/2026

New bus stops at Bristol City Centre for our Somerset buses .. check out where you now depart from

04/09/2026

Are you coming to Wells market tomorrow Saturday 5th
How are you travelling?
Walking? Cycling? Bus? Car?
Tel me why? - I shall be under the Canopy of Wells Town Hall, look out for the green balloons

02/09/2026

Its a rainy day but market is fully staffed lots baked goods on show Oh dear cake for lunch 😂

You all know by now no significant changes to our Mendip Buses - we are here till 1pm just under the Town Hall canopy - come see us Talk🚌 and see how the QR codes can help you... oh and I have paper timetables too

07/08/2026

Go try it

07/08/2026

Somerset Council has extended its consultation on our Local Plan, giving residents and businesses a little longer to have their say on how Somerset could change in the years ahead

Speak up on the issues that matter most to you - public transport and healthcare, roads and local services.

You are able to provide your views here for the next two days:

Find and participate in activities run by Somerset Council

07/08/2026

Good video on - keep bus front seats free for disabled, mobility impaired passengers and mothers with young children... be a considerate passenger

07/08/2026

Final day of this week's Wells Bus Users Group [Wells BUG] meet at Blossoms - we shall be in the recreation ground on Moat Boat Race Day 31st August and in the Market on Wednesday 2nd and Saturday 5th and following week, also at Street Thursday Market 3rd and Shepton Mallet Friday Market - come TALK 🚌 - grab latest news, tell us your bus stories, support your Town BUG

06/08/2026

Butterflies cake waiting for you at Blossoms - COME TALK BUSES meet your Wells Bus Users Group

03/08/2026

⚠️ IMPORTANT – Route 374 Diversion (3 August – 2 September)

If you travel on First Bus Route 374 between Glastonbury, Othery and Taunton, please be aware of significant changes due to the Burrowbridge road closure.

🚌 From Monday 3 August until Wednesday 2 September, Route 374 will be diverted between Othery and Taunton Gateway Park & Ride.

❌ During this period, buses will NOT serve:
• East Lyng
• Durston
• Creech Heathfield
• Creech St Michael
• Ruishton

🚌 Temporary Shuttle Service

Somerset Council is providing a weekday-only shuttle service for affected communities. However, passengers should note this is very limited, with just one journey into Taunton and one return journey Monday to Friday only. Please check the timetable before travelling via the think travel website.

🚍 Alternative Travel Options

If the shuttle does not meet your travel needs, you may wish to consider:

• Somerset Slinky – Pre-bookable demand responsive transport.
• Hatch Green Coaches Route 51 – Connections from Athelney or North Curry.
• First Bus Route 21 – Connections from Bathpool.
• Stagecoach services – From Gateway Park & Ride, Ruishton.

For journey planning and information on all public and community transport services, visit:
🌐 www.thinktravelsomerset.co.uk

For general transport enquiries, contact Somerset Council on 0300 123 2224.

📢 We Want to Hear From You

If you are affected by these roadworks and bus diversions, please let us know.

Your experiences help us continue to lobby for better consideration of bus passengers when roadworks are planned. Too often, the focus is on keeping traffic moving, while the impact on people who rely on public transport is overlooked.

By sharing your experience, you can help us make the case for:
✅ Better planned diversions
✅ Improved communication with passengers
✅ More suitable replacement transport
✅ Greater consideration of bus users when future roadworks are designed

Please leave a comment below or send us a direct message explaining how these works have affected your journey.

Together, we can help ensure bus passengers have a stronger voice in future transport planning.

Please share this post so it reaches everyone who may be affected. Thank you for your support.