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GWR to be Nationalised in Dec 2026
Train operator Great Western Railway (GWR) will move into public ownership on 13 December 2026 as part of the UK Government’s wider rail reform plans.…
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Bude Park & Ride Returns Summer 2026
The Future Coast Bude Park & Ride is coming back this summer – and that’s a positive step for how the town manages its busiest…
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“An Economy Issue”- Connect Bude Publishes Comprehensive and Persuasive Bus Survey Findings
Connect Bude has today released the findings of its recent Bude-Okehampton Bus Survey which was posted to households throughout Bude and Stratton. The responses present…
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Rail Reform, Growth, and What It Means for Bude
Connect Bude has long argued that better transport connectivity is essential for the economic and social future of our area. A recent update from Railfuture…
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First Bus Withdraw – What It Means for Bude
First Bus has confirmed it will withdraw its commercial bus operations from Cornwall, with services ending on 14 February 2026. The decision has been taken…
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Upper Tamar Railway – A Positive Step For Bude’s Rail Future
A Positive, Practical Look at Reconnecting Bude by Rail. Connect Bude is pleased to share a newly completed study that explores realistic options for improving…
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Freight: Strengthening the Case for Cornish Rail
The South West Freight Summary Report 2024–25 from Peninsula Transport outlines progress toward a more resilient and sustainable freight network across the region. While the…
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Have Your Say on Buses in Cornwall
Public transport continues to be a major issue for communities like Bude and the wider North Cornwall area. For some people, buses are essential for…
