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Tuesday 7 May 2013

Hopper Bus: and green tourism

There is continued support for the popular Hopper Bus in Sidmouth:

‘Sidmouth hotels and businesses should work together’
Stephen Sumner Tuesday, April 16, 2013 
Collaboration was the order of the day as Sidmouth tourism leaders met with businesses and organisations on Monday [15th April]. Representatives of the Chamber of Commerce, Town council and the Hospitality Association agreed that cross-promotion of events would benefit everyone. Guests at the Sidmouth and District Hospitality Association’s annual general meeting heard that spreading the word about fashion shows, science festivals and jubilee celebrations in and around the town will boost the whole area.
Town Councillor John Dyson thanked the hotels and restaurants for supporting the Hopper Bus, which brings visitors to the town for free. The vehicle has gone from strength to strength and is now self-sufficient, carrying 13,500 people in 100 days last year. “I don’t think any other minibus in the country can boast that many passengers,” he said.


At the Annual Town Assembly it was announced that STC will be supporting the Hopper with a £7k grant 2013-14.

Sidmouth Hopper - Free Bus Service
Free bus service operating between 25th May and 30th September, excluding Folk week (August 2nd - 9th)
Route details are available from
Sidmouth Information Centre phone 01395 516441,
email: ticinfo@sidmouth.gov.uk and
Sidmouth Town Council phone 01395 512424,
email: enquiries@sidmouth.gov.uk 

Take the Hopper to Muttersmoor:

A walk through prehistory, following ancient tracks through an area thought to be densely populated in the Stone Age. There are breathtaking views in every direction, and an abundance of wildlife in the colourful heathland. Children will love the freedom of the open space, as well as the tales of smugglers and cavemen.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT
There are buses to Sidmouth, Budleigh Salterton and Otterton, and from June – September the Sidmouth Hopper bus runs to Muttersmoor car park. For timetable information, zoom in on the interactive map and click on the bus stops, visit Traveline or phone 0871 200 22 33.




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