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See behind the scenes at how our Kent celebration bus came to life. A huge thank you to all of the hard work our amazing paintshop done during this project!
Keep an eye out for the bus which will be out in service in and around Kent ❤️
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Over the past few weeks, Arriva has experienced repeated internal damage to our Hundred of Hoo vehicles and this has led to us working closely with the Academy to ensure pupils are educated of the impact of such negative behaviour. (1/5)
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Introducing the Free Bus Weekend
24th and 25th June 2023
All Bus Journeys in Kent and Medway will be free for all passengers until 8pm. No tickets needed - just hop on and enjoy‼️
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We are proud to announce the arrival of 5 brand new vehicles, purchased for our Gillingham depot, through an investment of approximately £1m.
The new buses, which will be out in service in the coming weeks, will predominately be used on the 145 and 164 services.
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❗ Exciting News ❗
Service 701 (Maidstone - Bluewater) set to launch from 1st August - 31st August 2024
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Last week our Maidstone depot had the privilege of hosting a
@Guidedogs
training session. The 6 VIP guests, aged from just 16 weeks up to 11 months old were carrying out an essential part of their puppy training in learning how to both safely board and take a journey on a bus.
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We are pleased to confirm our pay offer has been accepted by Unite members, this means no further industrial action across the region and Arriva services will continue to operate as normal across Tunbridge Wells, Gillingham, Maidstone and Northfleet -
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Everyone at Arriva wishes Maidstone United the best of luck tomorrow in their FA Cup 4th round match against Ipswich Town. We are showing our support for 'The Stones' today and tomorrow with our dedicated messages of support on our buses!
UP THE STONES! ⚽
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We're currently experiencing cancellations & delays due to severe weather in the region. Please continue to check our social, website and app for service further service updates.
If you are travelling today please take extra care and allow extra time for your journey. ❄️⚠️
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🏆 MASSIVE CONGRATULATIONS TO MAIDSTONE UNITED! 🏆
From everyone here at Arriva Kent!
(Bring on the 5th round!)
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Extremely proud to see our Kent celebration bus on display today in Rochester for its official launch,
Thank you to everyone who came down today and an extra special thank you to James Dawkins whose tireless dedication to the project made all of this happen! 🚌
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It is with regrett that we have had to cancel our services to luton road as children are throwing stones/rocks at our buses, we have had two windows smashed already and do not wish for passengers to come into harms way, Apologies for this.
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Again we have had to stop our services using Luton road this evening due to children with catapolts hitting our buses with stones trying to smash windows. We apolagise to our customers for this inconvenience but we have to think of safety first for both customers and staff.
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On Remembrance Sunday we’ll be offering free travel for our serving Armed Forces personnel (both regular and reservists), veterans and cadets. 🌹
🚍 When you board, show your ID card or veteran’s badge.
📜 T&Cs apply
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Our Summer Service 701 will be launching from the 1st August running until 31st August !
Head down to Maidstone, Jubilee Square today to collect a copy of the timetable and some goodies 🚎❤️
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Everyone in Arriva South is behind
@maidstoneunited
tonight in their FA Cup 5th Round match against Coventry City!
'Come on you Stones' will be displayed on our Maidstone buses intermittently throughout the day.
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@RadioX
@domisatwit
@ChrisMoyles
@Pipskin
@JamesRobinson
@Producer_Matt
Car sticker? Think we've found a home for them...
#RadioXOnArriva
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Unite the Union has confirmed there will be no Arriva industrial action across Northfleet, Gillingham, Maidstone & Turnbridge Wells on Friday 16th September & Tuesday 20th September – as a mark of respect, following the death of Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II
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Due to the hot weather expected tomorrow our Gillingham drivers will be driving in their own clothes with each donating £2. This money will go into a fundraising pot which will be used to purchase a memorial bench to honour former employees that we have sadly lost. ❤️
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It's Christmas Day!!
Wishing all our team, customers and partners in the region a Merry Christmas! 🎄🎅
From all of us here at Arriva Kent 🚍
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We take the safety of our staff as well as other students and passengers very seriously, therefore if this Anti-social behaviour and vandalism does not stop, Arriva will be left with no alternative but to remove the service completely. (3/5)
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Maidstone Service changes will come into effect from Sunday 23rd July.
For full details on these changes please visit:
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#Maidstone
- please bear with us for an update once the weather situation has been assessed. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.
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Due to numerous bus windows being smashed on luton rd by thrown bricks we are left with no choice but to divert all 177 services Via Maidstone rd to Burma Way.
Luton rd and Wayfield Rd will recieve no buses due to the dangers posed to passengers and drivers
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Keep your eyes peeled for these 5 vehicles on the road around Kent promoting
@ChathamTownFC
!
Best of luck today in the First-Qualifying Round today against Ramsgate.
#chatham
#chathamtown
#upthechats
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Sadly, more serious damage was sustained yesterday, as shown in the photographs below and the Academy has been made aware of this. (2/5)
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FREE BUS WEEKEND!
Free single journeys starting in Medway with all bus operators until 8pm each day
(as an example: you can go to Bluewater but you’d have to pay to get back)
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Industrial Action Update: 22nd October - We have published a new statement which can be read here:
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Tomorrow Chatham Town face off against Enfield Town in the Isthmian Premier Play Off Final.
As Partners of the club we are extremely proud and we will be showing our support today and tomorrow across our Medway vehicles.
'Up The Chats! '
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🗓🚌Medway timetable booklets are now being distributed out around the towns, here are some on display now in the Pentagon Centre, Chatham.
More contact points will be supplied in the coming days.
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This would be an extremely difficult decision to make, one which would cause significant inconvenience to a number of passengers. (4/5)
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We appreciate the continued support of the Academy on this matter and are also reaching out to parents & carers, to ask for your support in raising awareness of this issue with your children, so that we do not have to implement this. (5/5)
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Jaspers 2nd bus training session was completed this morning!
We want Jasper to get the very best training by helping to raise the money needed to send him off to professional training school!
If you would like to contribute:
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Maidstone Park and Ride ‼
We are sorry to announce that the last day of our Maidstone Park and Ride service will be Sunday 19th February 2022.
We would like to thank all of our customers who have travelled on board with us.
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From Sunday 3rd September there will be changes to some services in the Kent and Medway area
Full details of these changes can be found here:
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We are extremely disappointed for all our customers to confirm that further industrial action will take place in October across Northfleet, Gillingham, Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells on the following dates: 6th, 7th, 10th & 11th October.
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Industrial Action Update, 17th October. We have published a new statement, which can be read here:
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All Medway services are being put back out onto normal line of service, please note that there will be delays.
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In memory of all those who have given their lives in the line of duty, we will be observing a 2-minute silence at 11:00am today. During this time our buses may pull over and remain stationary if it is safe and legal to do so.
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In memory of all those who have given their lives in the line of duty, we will be observing a 2-minute silence at 11:00 am today. During this time our buses may pull over and remain stationary if it is safe and legal to do so.
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Travel by bus this winter for just £2 - from 1st January to 31st March a single bus journey will cost no more than £2. Find out more at
#GetAroundforTwoPound
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Everyone at Arriva is deeply saddened to hear about the death of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh this afternoon. Our thoughts and condolences are with the Royal Family at this time.
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Our colleagues across Arriva Group are deeply saddened to hear about the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Our thoughts and condolences are with the Royal Family at this very sad time.
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#Maidstone
#Tonbridge
#TunbridgeWells
GOOD NEWS!
The A26 between Barming and Wateringbury is now open.
Services 6 6X and 7 have returned to normal route.
Thank you for your patience over the last 10 days!
^RK 🚌
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We are proud to be the first transport company to display Ellies Angels poster on board our buses.
We hope this will raise awareness of their mental health support App, Better U.
To find out more:
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Due to 3 buses on Darnly Rd having missles thrown at them the 140 & 700 service will now run Via London Rd - Watling St.
All passnegeres will need to depart the bus in strood or at the Bligh way shops as these are only availble stops for the Safety of the passengers and drivers
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We're currently experiencing cancellations & delays due to severe weather in the region. Please continue to check our social media, website and app for further service updates.
If you are travelling today, please take extra care and allow extra time for your journey. ❄️⚠️
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@busboyjordan
@ArrivaGroup
Hello, Jordan.
We are aware of this currently and the depot management are looking into this
^Kw
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Due to dangerous road conditions, 164 currently not running, will be assessed at 9am
176/177, 145, 101 routes are operating almost a full service just not serving some of the estates due to abandoned cars and excessive snow.
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Due to numerous bus windows being smashed on luton rd by thrown bricks we are left with no choice but to divert all 166 services Via Maidstone rd to Morrisons on Princes ave.
Luton rd and North Dane Way will recieve no buses due to the dangers posed to passengers and drivers
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This year we’re supporting
@PoppyLegion
's
#PoppyAppeal
, to show our gratitude for and pride in the whole Armed Forces community, past and present.
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Due to Tonbridge High street being closed for there annual Christmas Fair there will be no buses serving High street or Tonbridge Castle for service 7 the bus will stop behind Sainsburys opposite the angel Bowls club both sides
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Gillingham Depot, General Manager "We are sad to report that in Dering Way, Gravesend, one of our buses was attacked last night.
(1/4)
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All services subject to delay due to accident in Medway Towns.
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There is a full closure of th A2 tonight due to serious accident our drivers are working with northfleet depot to get you all to where you need to go . the will be no full service tonight for 700, we have arranged to get you to gravesend,connecting buses will accept passes
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We will be at Jubilee Square handing out printed timetables and some goodies to celebrate the launch of our brand new Summer 701 service 🚌
See you there❗
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In memory of all those who have given their lives in the line of duty, we will be observing a 2-minute silence at 11:00am today. During this time our buses may pull over and remain stationary if it is safe and legal to do so.
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We’ll be joining in the 1-minute silence at 12 noon today for the
#DayOfReflection
to support Marie Curie UK.
Your driver may pull over if it is safe to do so. We’re remembering our colleagues from around the Arriva family who we sadly lost over the past year.
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Did you spot any of these beautiful
@elmermaidstone
sculptures in and around Maidstone?
Why not head out as a family and track them all down using the official "Elmer’s Big Heart of Kent Parade app" to track your progress.
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Due to an serious RTC at Tonbridge train station we are unable to serve the high street and the buses are on diversion. we are sorry for the inconvenience this caused
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Dering Way Gravesend on the 190 Route will not be served due to Safety of Passengers and drivers.
At 14:52 today on Thursday 3rd Aug 23 a missile was launched onto one of the buses window and Smashed a Window.
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#Maidstone
#Tonbridge
#TunbridgeWells
Service 7
Due to the road closure near Pizien Lane, Wateringbury, service 7 is diverted via Nettlestead and Seven Mile Lane to Mereworth in both directions until 25 May. This is adding around 10 minutes to the journey time.
Apologies
^RK🚌
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#Maidstone
- All services are currently being severely delayed due to the torrential rain and also roadworks causing huge delays all around the town.
The town centre has been gridlocked most of the morning
Please bear with us as we are doing the best we can
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Due to extreme weather conditions all services in the Medway area are now being withdrawn for safety reasons until at least 2pm. Buses will complete their current journeys before being withdrawn. We will keep you updated with any and all updates on this.
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#Maidstone
- All services are running too full line of route - although we have had snow fall all routes are passable and full services are being run.
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We were thrilled to have Leon visit our Northfleet depot today for a private behind the scenes tour!
A future bus driver in the making! ❤️🚌
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EXCITING NEWS!
From the 26th July – 31st July our Maidstone Park and Ride services will be FREE to use for all !
#Freetravel
#ParkandRide
#Bus
#Maidstone
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⚠ Attention
#Bluewater
bus passengers!
Due to damage at the bus station, the 700 service will now be picking up from bay 4. Please check signs for updates.
#Arriva
#Bus
#TravelDisruption
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Due to a number of incidents with youths attacking buses with rocks near hopewell drive there are a few 166 buses currently not running broken windows awaitng repairs, drivers are reporting the incidents and will be back on route with replacement or repaired buses ASAP.
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@EpicBusGuy
We ask that photos are not taken of drivers this is in breach of their GDPR without having their consent. ^SJ
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You can now travel by bus for just £2! From now until 31st March a single bus journey will cost no more than £2. Find out more at
#GetAroundforTwoPound
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#Maidstone
service update 04.07.23 20.00
Tonbridge road has been closed between Queens Road and the fountain.
services 3 and & are being diverted
we apologise for any inconvenience caused
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Did you know today is meant to be the most depressing day of the year? Well, we’re here to say YOU 👏 GOT 👏THIS 👏If you’re struggling, help is out there. Every Mind Matters offers expert advice and tips to help you look after your mental health
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#Maidstone
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Good News.
With a little persuasion, our drivers have stepped up and between a number of them, the 82's will operate as scheduled after all!
To quote an 80's tv show, "I love it when a plan comes together" (name it if you can)
Thanks to each of them.
^RK🚌
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Due to England playing today, Maidstone high street will be closed to buses from 18:00-19:30.
Passengers that are requesting the services from the high street will have to make there way to Maidstone bus station to catch there buses.
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Due to untreated roads we are suspending part of the following routes.
85. serving all route except Woolley road.
82. Serving all route except High Croft and Bell lane.
89 Serving all route except Coxheath (Park way)
8. Serving all route except Beverley road (shops).
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Please see the latest service updates below:
- 164 – not running
- 176/177 – not serving Weeds Wood and Grange Road
- 140 – covering route 141 in both directions
- 191 – Hoo St Johns not serving St Johns
- 145 – Straight up City Way to the George but normal line of route back.
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Due to severe staff shortages all services will be subject to disruption. Sorry for any inconvenience caused
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Arriva joins forces with
@InvictaDynamos
in Gillingham
The Invicta Dynamos, based in Gillingham, will be supported by us for the rest of the season. We are also sponsoring the home and away jerseys of the Dynamos’ defender Michael Stokes.
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Due to roadworks at southborough all service using A26 between Tunbridge Wells to Tonbridge are very delayed
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Happy Pride Day to our customers and employees! We’re passionate about celebrating all of life's diversity and all communities 🌈🚌
#ArrivaKent
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Great News, Luton rd now open. All 166/177 services can now return to the normal line of route.
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You may be experiencing issues purchasing a ticket via the app at this time. We’re working to resolve this as quickly as we can and appreciate your patience at this time, in the meantime, you can still purchase tickets onboard the bus.
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Due to dangerous road conditions, we will not be operating route 164, this will be assessed again at 09:00.
The 177 and 176 are operating as normal most of the route with the exception of serving weedswood estate which will commence at 09:00
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#Maidstone
For the comfort and safety of passengers from 20.00 all services will start and end in the Chequers Bus Station due to the football
apologies for any inconvenience
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Our Northfleet depot were thrilled to provide two buses for the Vaisakhi celebration on the 16th April. The buses were used to ensure that all of the Elders who wished to attend the event could do so. Thank you to Kuldeep Rai and Kuldip Badesha who drove the vehicles on the day.
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We were pleased to be able to attend and support
@InspiredLifeUK
friendship group trip to Tonbridge Cat Cafe yesterday.
A wonderful and vital service which ensures people feel less alone in the world ❤️
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From Sunday 28th July our newly streamlined 480 service will run every 10 minutes, providing you with a faster and more frequent connection between Gravesend and Dartford, Temple Hill via Swanscombe, Bluewater, and Dartford Town Centre.
We cant wait to welcome you on board! 🚌
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