Pulborough & District Community Care Association
Minibus

Community Minibus*

Description

This service operates to take Pulborough residents on various activities such as local shopping, events at the Village Hall, and also shopping trips out of Pulborough. The service operates from door to door, thus reducing the distance passengers need to walk and we also provide escorts to help with getting on and off the bus. There are two Pulborough minibuses, and there is a regular programme each month in addition to various individual bookings.

Regular Trips

Monday We go to Horsham (1st, 3rd and 5th Monday of the month), Worthing (2nd Monday) or Chichester (4th Monday). Pick-up starts at midday, and the return journey is at 3.30/3.45.
Tuesday We go to the village Sainsbury's or Tesco's (passengers have the choice) and also take villagers to PIP (Pop into Pulborough) at the Village Hall. Pick up is at 9.00/9.30.
Wednesday We take passengers to the Village Hall for the Wednesday Lunch Club at 1.00, and return them at 4.00.
Friday We bring people into Pulborough village for shopping and coffee between 9.00 and midday.
Saturday On Village Market Saturdays (last Sat of each month) we take passengers to and from the Village Hall (9.30 pick up, 11.15 return)

We can also take passengers to West Chiltington Common Post Office on a Tuesday or Wednesday fitting it in to our regular programme.

Membership

One needs to be a member of the Community Minibus Association to use the minibus, and for this there is a small charge. Fees, which are kept to the minimum, are charged for journeys. The minibus is also available for use by local clubs, social groups, and associations.

Any Pulborough resident is most welcome to join the Community Minibus Association as a passenger (there is a strong 'community spirit' on the bus!), and we would also welcome anyone interested in becoming a driver or escort (it is a very rewarding experience!).

Contact

Brian Ball (01798 873008) is the Pulborough Divisional organiser.
Monica Mason (01798 873003) should be contacted for bookings by groups etc.
John Denison (01798 872613) is the Pulborough Village Organiser, and he should be contacted by individual passengers.
Margaret Henderson (01798 873119) organises the Friday run.

Volunteering

We always need volunteers under the age of 75 who can help with driving and people of any age who are able to act as escorts. Please contact John Denison if you would like to help (and keep up to date with all that is happening in the village).