Gledhow Avenue closed from the 18th August to the 29th August.
Services to divert as follows:
Towards Leeds via Lidgett Lane, Gledhow Lane to the normal route.
Towards Gledhow is unaffected.
Part of Carmarthen Road will be closed for resurfacing on Wednesday 6th & Thursday 7th August.
Services heading towards Swansea to divert via Ffordd Cymore and Pontardulais Road.
- Teams spends a week helping set up new facilities
- Support to encourage customer collections from Asda on 23 & 24 May
Volunteers from First Bus are lending a helping hand and some heavy lifting to Rochdale Foodbank this month as the charity gears up for expansion of its service and support to the community.
At First Bus Rochdale, we're proud to go beyond the bus. Our Community Good work is all about creating real, lasting impact - whether that's supporting local talent, inspiring young people, volunteering time, or backing local charities. This page highlights how we’re driving change in the communities we serve every day.
We are proud to support local talent through our apprenticeship programme and inclusive employment pathways. We’re developing future talent through apprenticeships and partnerships with schools, colleges and other local organisations.
One way we show our support for the community is by volunteering, with our colleagues involved in local good causes and initiatives throughout the year across Rochdale, Bury and Greater Manchester.
We open doors for the next generation through careers events, in-school activities, and meaningful placements including T Levels, work experience, and supported internships. From mock interviews and site visits to longer-term opportunities, we give students real experiences that build confidence, develop employability skills, and spark ambition.
We’re proud to champion local charities. Through donations, sponsorships and volunteering, we’ve supported Rochdale Foodbank, Jolly Josh, NorthCare Charity, Springhill Hospice, Rochdale in Bloom, the Greater Manchester Mayor’s Charity and Cash for Kids — to name just a few of the causes we’ve helped to thrive.
From planting hospital gardens to providing free bus transport and donating two retired buses for community use, we’ve offered in-kind support that makes a visible difference. In the past year alone, our cash and in-kind contributions have exceeded £10,000, strengthening local projects and community initiatives.
We’re investing in the future of Rochdale—supporting local jobs and strengthening the local economy. First Bus has invested £2.4 million in 17 brand new Mellor Strata Ultra buses—all built locally in Rochdale.
Service 500
Due to congestion on St. Vincent Street and George Square, as a result of roadworks reducing this location to one lane, service 500 is running delays of up to 40 minutes at this time.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused.
Updated 14:49
Updated [16:30, 07/08/25]: The road has reopened, service have resumed the usual line of route.
Due to resurfacing works along Colegate End Lane, services will divert via A140 to/from Pulham roundabout - there will be no service along this section of the route.
This is in both directions.
We are proud to support local talent through our apprenticeship programme and inclusive employment pathways. We’re developing future talent through apprenticeships and partnerships with schools, colleges and other local organisations.
One way we show our support for the community is by volunteering, with our colleagues involved in local good causes and initiatives throughout the year across Rochdale, Bury and Greater Manchester.
We open doors for the next generation through careers events, in-school activities, and meaningful placements including T Levels, work experience, and supported internships. From mock interviews and site visits to longer-term opportunities, we give students real experiences that build confidence, develop employability skills, and spark ambition.
We’re proud to champion local charities. Through donations, sponsorships and volunteering, we’ve supported Rochdale Foodbank, Jolly Josh, NorthCare Charity, Springhill Hospice, Rochdale in Bloom, the Greater Manchester Mayor’s Charity and Cash for Kids — to name just a few of the causes we’ve helped to thrive.
From planting hospital gardens to providing free bus transport and donating two retired buses for community use, we’ve offered in-kind support that makes a visible difference. In the past year alone, our cash and in-kind contributions have exceeded £10,000, strengthening local projects and community initiatives.
We’re investing in the future of Rochdale—supporting local jobs and strengthening the local economy. First Bus has invested £2.4 million in 17 brand new Mellor Strata Ultra buses—all built locally in Rochdale.
To allow for emergency water works, from Thursday 7th August until the works are complete, Westwood Road heading to West Crindledyke ONLY is closed.
Services are diverting via Kiln Road, North Hill, A32, Wickham Road and Knowle Road in both directions, due to a vehicle breakdown.
We apologise to all passengers for any impact on your travel.
To allow for Scottish Power cable works on Monday 11th August until Monday 18th August, the bus stop North Bound to City at Kingsgate Retail Park will be closed.
During the bus stop closure, the bus stop within Kingsgate Retail Park will be observed and the following diversion will be in operation:
Towards the city via the normal route, Kingsway at Kingsgate retail park, Nerston Road, Glasgow Road to the normal route.