Introducing our new Regency buses

We're excited to announce the launch of 24 brand-new Regency buses this summer, with one of the new vehicles heading out on a public roadshow across Eastbourne, Hailsham and Lewes on Friday 27 June. The new fleet will run on the well-loved Regency Routes 28, 29 and 29A, which connect Brighton, Lewes, Hailsham, Eastbourne, Uckfield, Heathfield, Crowborough and Tunbridge Wells.

These new British-built buses represent an investment of over £7 million and form part of our wider £19 million investment in new vehicles for East Sussex since last year.

They feature a bold new design, and a host of upgrades designed to enhance the passenger experience. On board, passengers will find comfy upgraded seating, USB-A and USB-C charging at every seat, and free WiFi as standard. Upstairs, they can enjoy a social seating area and a dedicated table with integrated wireless phone charging. Free morning newspapers will also be available on board.

As with the rest of the Brighton & Hove Buses fleet, these vehicles also include key accessibility features such as dementia-friendly flooring, audio-visual next stop announcements, and a hearing loop system, helping ensure a more inclusive travel experience for all.

The roadshow offers members of the public a first look at one of the new buses, along with the chance to speak to the team and pick up free timetables and giveaways.

Roadshow timings and locations:
Eastbourne - Terminus Road (outside Barclays) | 10:00 - 11:30
Hailsham - High Street bus stop | 12:10 - 13:40
Lewes - School Hill Bottom bus stop | 14:30 - 16:00 

These new buses will enter service shortly after the event, and passengers will be able to travel on them along Regency Routes 28, 29 and 29A.

Nick Hill, Commercial Director at Brighton & Hove Buses, said:

 “We’re proud to be investing in our communities with these 24 brand-new Regency buses. They represent our continued commitment to making local travel more comfortable, accessible, and inclusive for everyone. We can’t wait for our passengers to experience them firsthand.”