Black and White Motorways
of Cheltenham, operator of long-distance coach services
1926 Company formed by G. Readings, initially purchased 3 motor coaches, operating services from Cheltenham
1930 Black and White was the largest long-distance operator in the country. Acquired by Midland Red Co and Bristol Tramways and Carriage Co
1931 Acquired St. Margaret’s in Cheltenham as its base serving the country.
1948 Thomas Tilling had an interest in the company. Nationalised. Transferred to the British Transport Commission
1980s Demand for the services declined substantially.
1987 The St Margaret’s bus station was closed.
See Also
Sources of Information
- Gloucestershire Echo 17 May 2018