Work in Progress

(1951, British Transport Films documentary)

Looking at transport of various kinds up and down the UK, but includes this nice view of Thames Valley Traction 536 (FMO11), a 1950 Bristol L6B:
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A segment looks at attempts in Bristol to combat overcrowding on local buses. Crowded Bristol Tramways Bristol K6B 3776 (LHY939) is seen inside and out:
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A busy bus station:
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More scenes include a Bedford OWB and Bristol Tramways Bristol K5Gs C3304 (GAE502) and 3740 (LAE702):
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Sadly, most of the buses in this footage are seen from behind:
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