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 organisations like Future Finders Employability College.
We’re committed to inclusive volunteering that makes a difference. Every week, a supported individual from Next Stage ‘A Way Forward’ Ltd joins our depot team to volunteer. Our staff also regularly volunteer to support local causes.
We inspire the next generation through T Level placements, careers events, and in-school activities. From mock interviews and site visits to in-depth T Level placements, we help students of all ages explore careers and develop employability skills.
We’re proud to support local charities, bringing practical help and festive cheer to those who need it most. Whether it's donating to Rochdale Foodbank, joining the GM Mayor’s Charity, or delivering Christmas magic with Cash for Kids, we’re here to help.
From in-kind donations to hospital gardens, we’re helping communities grow—literally and figuratively. Over the past year, we’ve donated over £7,000 in cash and in-kind support to local causes.
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 organisations like Future Finders Employability College.
We’re committed to inclusive volunteering that makes a difference. Every week, a supported individual from Next Stage ‘A Way Forward’ Ltd joins our depot team to volunteer. Our staff also regularly volunteer to support local causes.
We inspire the next generation through T Level placements, careers events, and in-school activities. From mock interviews and site visits to in-depth T Level placements, we help students of all ages explore careers and develop employability skills.
We’re proud to support local charities, bringing practical help and festive cheer to those who need it most. Whether it's donating to Rochdale Foodbank, joining the GM Mayor’s Charity, or delivering Christmas magic with Cash for Kids, we’re here to help.
From in-kind donations to hospital gardens, we’re helping communities grow—literally and figuratively. Over the past year, we’ve donated over £7,000 in cash and in-kind support to local causes.
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.
Emergency water works on Westwood Road Newmains
Services 266/X11 To West Crindledyke: Bonkle Rd, Muirhouse Ave, Abernetyhn Rd, Eastwood Drive
Services 266/X11 Away from West Crindledyke: Normal Route