Here is a selection of views showing the nearly-completed Friends project to rebuild (completely reconstruct) the ex Northern SOS bus. It has been outshopped in c1930 condition and the exterior sign-writing completed by Phil Anderson. The internal advertising panels were painted by the Friends own sign-writing volunteer. The bus is very nearly ready for its public appearance at the PftP event, with some outstanding mechanical works being attended to. It may prove possible to operate it (non-passenger carrying at this stage) at the event, otherwise it will be on display in the Friends arena adjacent to the steam navvy. The team who have patiently carried out this work over nearly three decades are to be congratulated. The bus was sans body when rescued, which gives some idea of the extent of the work that has been required to produce the vehicle that our many visitors will be able to enjoy.

Thanks to Andy Martin who took the photos in the very confined space of the restoration shed.