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Bus Dimensions and Practicalities of Driving on Site
Both buses are 8m long, 2.5m wide and 3m high. They are roughly the same size as a library bus or fire engine. Please note that overhanging trees can be a problem.
The ground surface should be even and firm- slopes, kerbs and cambers can cause scrapes underneath!
What we need to know from you
- Can we access a normal 3 pin, 13 amp socket for the bus’ electrical supply? Our extension leads are 20 metres long. Through a window is fine, but please consider the tripping hazard that a trailing cable presents.
- The timing of the school day/ your event
- Will there be an adult assistant to accompany groups? (parent helpers are most welcome)
- Will bus visitors be at risk when entering/leaving the bus (e.g. is there a busy road/ slippery surface)?
Passenger Access
- Please arrange with the bus manager if you require any assistance
- Both buses use step access with handrails
- The original bus can offer a hydraulic wheelchair lift for those users who are unable to use steps
Facilities and equipment on board include
| |
Original Bus |
Second Bus |
| air conditioning |
Heating only |
Yes |
| electrical sockets |
Yes |
Yes |
| multimedia projector and screen |
No |
Yes |
| craft materials |
Yes |
Yes |
| desk space |
Yes |
Yes |
| solar panels |
Yes |
Yes |
| number of seats |
10 |
15 |
| display space |
permanent |
changeable |
| recycled products |
Yes |
Yes |
| natural resources/ raw materials |
Yes |
Yes |
Who to contact
For schools in Peterborough and northern Cambridgeshire and adult training contact Nick King
For events, community work and schools in the southern part of the County contact Kim Warren
What if the buses are not suitable?
Your District Council may be able to provide talks or sessions of recycling with your local Recycling Officer. To find your local District Council contact
www.cambridgeshire.gov.uk
Other Recycling Education
Buckden Landfill Site and Education Centre is run by Cambridgeshire Wildlife Trust. Visits can be arranged
by contacting Carolyn Stewart on 01480 811 075 or visit the website www.wildlifebcnp.org and go to education then Grafham/buckden education project.
Trips to Peterborough Materials Recycling Facility
Contact Kirsty Martin/Lesley Thomas on 01733 453592
A Broad Range of environmental education for staff and pupils is available through Cambridgeshire
Environmental Education Service see www.cees.org.uk
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