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For many years Western Greyhound was synonymous with Plaxton Beaver 2 bodied Mercedes Varios and the fleet was sizeable as this 2005 Summercourt depot shot shows. The economical vehicles were ideal for their rural routes across Cornwall. |
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Leaving Newquay for Truro in May 2005 is Western Greyhound Mercedes Vario Plaxton O814D Beaver 2 570 (WK05CFD).
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Arriving in Newquay is identical Vario 562 (WK53EUT), another bought new by Western Greyhound. |
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Western Greyhound's rural Cornish success story was not only built on the economical Vario but also a network linking rural areas by long routes to big centres. Thus 569 (WK54BHP) is seen arriving in Plymouth. Because of the long distances the company specified dual purpose seatng. |
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