MERE residents will soon be able to request a bus from their phone that connects them with southwest Wiltshire and parts of neighbouring counties.
The Wiltshire Connect on-demand service is launching on September 1 and will connect people within the Mere and Warminster area with a wide range of drop-off points.
This includes Mere, Warminster, Frome, and Gillingham and Shaftesbury.
“But short rides within Frome, Gillingham, Warminster and Shaftesbury are not permitted where a timetabled bus service is available for your journey,” a Wiltshire Connect spokesperson said.
Rides can be booked up to a maximum journey length of approximately 13 miles.
Villages served include Sutton Veny, The Deverills, Chitterne, Maiden Bradley, Kilmington, Bourton, Zeals and Tisbury, as well as leisure attractions at Longleat, Stourhead and Shearwater.
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A map of the areas covered by the new service Picture: Wiltshire Connect
Rides will be available from 6am to 8pm on Monday to Friday, and 6am to 7.30pm on Saturdays.
Adult fares are £2 for a ride up to five miles and £3 for above five miles.
Children and young people aged 18 and under are able to take advantage of the service at half price.
10 Ride passes are also available to purchase in the app or with the driver. Concessionary bus passes are accepted on Wiltshire Connect buses after 9am Monday to Friday and all day Saturday.
“Wiltshire Connect is a convenient and flexible bus service that operates in southwest Wiltshire, serving the rural area around Mere and Warminster,” a spokesperson said.
“Our on-demand service allows you to book your ride in advance up to seven days ahead and on the day with 30 minutes’ notice (subject to vehicle availability).”
“To register and to book a ride with Wiltshire Connect, please download our app or call our friendly team on 01225 712900. (Open 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday),” they added.
Rides can be booked from 27th August for 1st September onwards.
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