Support the Visit Reculver Connect Bus!
Bringing Communities and Visitors Together Sustainably
We need your help to launch the Reculver Connect Bus service!
We're introducing a new, community-powered minibus network to connect Reculver with surrounding towns and villages improving access for locals, tourists, families, and people with limited mobility. With your support, we’ll fund two brand-new accessible minibuses and launch a service that truly connects.
Why Reculver Connect?
Reculver is rich in history, nature, and coastal beauty but poor transport access leaves many people cut off. The Visit Reculver Connect service will run regularly, helping people reach Reculver without needing a car. It supports sustainable tourism, local businesses, and community inclusion.
We're raising £250,000 to cover:
Two new Euro 6 Ford Transit minibuses with disabled access
Route set-up, driver sponsorship, and branding
Timetable signage, promotional materials, and community outreach
Our Routes
Operating Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays & Sundays during school term
and Tuesday–Sunday during school holidays
Route R1 – Herne Bay to Reculver
Herne Bay Railway Station
Beltinge
Hillborough
Reculver Towers & Country Park
Route R2 – Minnis Bay to Reculver
Minnis Bay
Birchington-on-Sea Railway Station
St Nicholas-at-Wade
Hillborough
Reculver Towers & Country Park
Accessibility First
Our Euro 6 Ford Transit minibuses will be:
Wheelchair accessible with ramps and anchor points
Low-emissions compliant for a cleaner environment
Designed for comfort, safety, and ease of use
We want everyone to be able to enjoy Reculver from young families and day-trippers to elderly residents and those with reduced mobility.
Where Your Money Goes
£150,000: Two Euro 6 Ford Transit minibuses
£15,000: Branding, signage, and digital promotion
£5,000: Route planning, driver support, and training
£7,500: Visitor info packs, timetables, and environmental education
Stretch Goal: Bus shelters, bike racks, and ticket app development
Backer Rewards
£25 – Your name on our online “Founders Wall”
£50 – Visit Reculver Connect tote bag + digital recognition
£75 – Launch ride invite + thank-you postcard + Your name on our online “Founders Wall”
£100 – Commemorative supporter ticket + name on minibus window + Your name on our online “Founders Wall”
£500 – Name or business logo on our sponsor panel + Your name on our online “Founders Wall”
£1000+ – Lifetime free travel + name or business logo on our sponsor panel
Let’s Connect Reculver
Together, we can create a more inclusive, greener, better-connected Reculver. Whether you're a local or a frequent visitor, your support helps make this service a reality.
Donate today. Ride tomorrow. Help us Connect Reculver.