BUS users and transport campaigners celebrated the return of a regular Sunday service between Yeovil and Bristol.

Sunday (April 6) saw the new-look 376 service hit the road for the first time in more than a decade.

It was the culmination of a long campaign for groups like the Somerset Bus Partnership and has been welcomed by residents.

Linda Snelling, from Somerset Bus Partnership, said: “This is a great win for Yeovil and for passengers across the route.

“Many people in our community depend on buses and have been left without Sunday buses for far too long.

“The launch of the 376 Sunday service Yeovil to Bristol, which will also offer a 6 day a week evening service, marks the ‘beginning’ or improvements for this town, with a further town Sunday service and a new service linking Lysander Road later in the month.

“These improvements will help people get to work, see family, go shopping or simply enjoy a day out. We’re thrilled to see this progress and will keep campaigning for further developments.”

Yeovil MP Adam with bus campaigner Linda Snelling

Adam Dance, MP for Yeovil, was on hand to open the new service and said: “I’m absolutely delighted to see the return of Sunday bus services in Yeovil. This is a real step forward for public transport in South Somerset and will make a big difference for those who rely on buses to get around.

“It’s vital we keep investing in sustainable, affordable travel that connects people, reduces isolation, and supports our town centres.

“I want to thank the Somerset Bus Partnership and everyone who’s worked so hard to make this happen.”

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Cllr Richard Wilkins, Somerset Council’s lead member for transport and digital, added: “Reintroducing Sunday services has been a long-standing ambition, and I’m proud we’re delivering on that.

“These improvements are part of a broader effort to create a reliable and joined-up public transport system in Somerset.

“I hope people across the county will take advantage of this new service and show there’s a strong demand for accessible, sustainable bus routes.”

For more information about changes to bus routes this month, including the new Sunday services, visit somersetbuspartnership.co.uk/april-2025.