Historic launch at Transport Museum Wythall celebrates the return of a survivor One of Britain’s most significant historic buses has returned to passenger service following a special launch ceremony at Transport Museum Wythall on Saturday 25 July. The fully restored Midland Red D7 No. 4482 (XHA 482) was officially unveiled by broadcaster Alan Dedicoat and television motoring presenter Mike Brewer, before carrying its first public passengers for more than half a century. Mike

Monday May 25th was a memorable day at Transport Museum Wythall with a special gathering and cavalcade to celebrate 100 Years of Birmingham’s famous Outer Circle bus route. The number 11 is a 27-mile orbital route with 266 bus stops that encircles the city’s outer suburbs and is still operated today by National Express West Midlands. It is a famous ‘Brummie’ icon and was once Europe’s longest urban bus route. The museum is running an exhibition, throughout the season, which t

In memory of the company’s distinctive products from the heyday of the classic coach, Transport Museum Wythall hosted the Harrington Gathering 2026 on Sunday May 17th. Last seen together in 2023, the coaches and cars attending from far and wide displayed the company’s iconic designs from 1936 to 1965. Click below to view the full story with pictures