Recording the history of the bus and coach industry in Essex.
Recording and sharing the history of bus and coach operations in Essex since 1964.
About Us
Who We Are
The Essex Bus Enthusiasts Group is a not-for-profit organisation formed in 1964 to bring together people interested in bus and coach operations in Essex. The Group covers both current services and historic operations, publishing a fully illustrated 36-page magazine every month, plus occasional historical extra issues.
We also offer regular meetings, publications on bus history and are building a digital archive of Group and company records which is available both to members and to the wider public for research purposes.
Years
of Experience
Find Out More
Learn more about the Group, explore our archives, attend a meeting, or find out how to become a member.
Why Choose Us
What Makes the Group Different
We aim to cover all bus operators in Essex (including Southend & Thurrock) and Transport for London operations within Essex, reporting both service and vehicle changes monthly in our acclaimed magazine.
Independent and not-for-profit
Content created by knowledgeable enthusiasts
A growing digital archive of our magazines and news-sheets and company records.
Welcoming to members and non-members alike
Our Publications
Magazines and Special Editions
Our main publication, Essex Bus Magazine, is issued monthly and combines current news with historical features. We also aim to publish EBM Extra editions focusing on in-depth historical topics.
Preserving Essex Bus History Since 1964
Explore Essex Bus History
Discover decades of bus and coach history through our magazines, archives, and member contributions.
Browse at your own pace or find out how to get involved.
Highly valued by long-standing members.
Meetings and Gatherings
Meet Other Enthusiasts
We hold regular meetings and informal social gatherings in Chelmsford. These include relaxed monthly meet-ups as well as illustrated talks and slide shows held jointly with other transport interest groups.
Members and visitors are welcome to attend.
Sales
Publications and Items for Sale
We offer a selection of books, magazines, and other publications for sale, available by post or from our sales stand at selected events. All sales are handled directly by the Group.
Our Testimonials
What Our Members Say
Many have been involved for years and value the Group’s consistent approach to recording, accuracy, and community.
Braintree, member for over 30 years
“The monthly magazine is produced professionally, in a clear and concise format. The group also offers monthly meetings and a useful diary feature of upcoming events. The annual subscription represents excellent value for money”
Chelmsford, member since 2018
“Excellent magazine, full of interest on both the current and historical scene”
Ipswich, member for 5 years
“Essex Bus Magazine is the Ideal way for me to keep up to date with all the goings on in Essex. A top quality publication that I look forward to receiving every month!”
London, joined 2018
“I always recommend fellow bus enthusiasts to subscribe to the excellent monthly magazine. The balance of historical and current day news is excellent. Plenty of superb photographs throughout to help tell the story. I literally can't put it down until I've read it all”
Braintree, member for 5 years
Explore the Archives
Online Reference Resources
We are steadily building a digital archive section, and also host an independent guide to industry stories:
"The meetings are friendly and informal, and the talks are always interesting. It's good to meet others who share the same interest and knowledge".