Summer night bus service to return with extended route

A summer night bus service is set to return to Newquay for a third year, with an extended route to Perranporth.

The service will run every Saturday night from 23 May to 5 September, offering late-night transport for people travelling in and around the area.

Two routes will operate. The N1 service will run between Newquay Bus Station, St Columb and Quintrell Downs, returning to Newquay. A second route, the N2, will connect Newquay and Perranporth in both directions.

Last year, more than 740 people used the service to get home safely, according to Devon and Cornwall Police.

The initiative was introduced to help tackle drink-driving, antisocial behaviour and violence against women and girls.

Police say that during the months the bus operated, there was a 50% reduction in public order and sexual offences in the town.

Funding for the service comes from a number of organisations, including Devon and Cornwall Police, the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner, Cornwall Council and Newquay Safe.

Passengers will be able to use the service for a maximum fare of £3.