Museum offering journeys back in time on the buses

Gates of the museum in Aldwarke, Rotherham, open at 11am and admission is free to those who arrive in a pre-1973 classic vehicle.

A spokesman for the museum in Waddington Way said: “The museum is one of the newest attractions in South Yorkshire and has something for everyone, from heritage bus rides, to our newest additions including a fire engine. We now also have a much larger display area.

“There will be the chance to see one of only two Rotherham motor buses ever restored. The museum also has a collection of older buses, other varied vehicles and transport items.”

Entry for the “event day” costs £3.50 for adults or £8 for a family ticket, while a vintage bus will provide a regular shuttle service from Rotherham Interchange.

Meanwhile, the South Yorkshire Transport Museum is also looking for volunteers.

Business consultant Richard Baker, who works as a mentor to the museum, said volunteers are needed for a variety of tasks including engineering, cleaning, painting, guides, marketing and helping to run the shop and cafe.

He said: “The museum is a charity costing £1,000 a week to operate and we need a larger team of volunteers – especially younger people – to help make it more viable and preserve it for future generations.”

Those interested in volunteering can gain information on Sunday.