First Bus East Proud to Sponsor Essex Pride 2025

First Bus East is proud to announce its official sponsorship of Essex Pride 2025, celebrating the region’s vibrant LGBTQ+ community and championing inclusivity and diversity for all.

As part of the celebrations, First Bus will be bringing its eye-catching Pride-themed bus to Central Park, Chelmsford on Saturday 21 June, transforming it into a unique storytelling venue in partnership with Pop’n’Olly, the UK’s leading LGBT+ educational resource for children, parents, carers and teachers.

Throughout the day, the First Bus team will also be on hand to answer questions about local bus services, and there will also be a range of fun activities, competitions and giveaways for visitors to enjoy.

James McCluskey, Commercial Director at First Bus East, said: “We’re delighted to be an official sponsor of Essex Pride. It’s a brilliant celebration of love, equality and community, and we’re proud to be playing our part.

“Our Pride bus is a moving symbol of inclusion, and we’re especially excited to be using it as a space for storytelling with Pop’n’Olly, helping to share positive and educational messages with families. At First Bus, we’re committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcome, on our buses, in our depots, and in the communities we serve.”

Garry Ormes, Chair of Essex Pride from Essex Pride, said: “We’re thrilled to welcome First Bus East as a sponsor this year. Their colourful presence at the event, and the use of their bus as a creative and inclusive storytelling space, adds something truly special to Essex Pride. We’re grateful for their support and commitment to celebrating diversity and bringing people together.”

First Bus East’s sponsorship of Essex Pride builds on its wider commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. The company proudly supports local communities and continues to invest in initiatives that make public transport accessible, welcoming, and safe for all.

For more information on Essex Pride visit their website