# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Imberbus Day (COACH ONLY)
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 08:15 am – Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 04:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Imberbus Day - A vintage bus service from Warminster in Wiltshire, to the abandoned village of Imber on the Salisbury Plain evacuated in 1943. The Army has kindly allowed Imberbus access for buses & passengers only whilst training areas are closed to all other people and vehicles. St Giles Church is the principle attraction.

In 2009, a group of bus industry professionals achieved a long standing ambition to run a vintage bus service from Warminster in Wiltshire, to the abandoned village of Imber on the Salisbury Plain. It proved to be so popular that it has now become an annual event, with most journeys continuing across the Plain to parts of Wiltshire rarely seen by ordinary public transport users.

There are only a few days each year on which the road through Imber is open to the public and we are only able to run Imberbus on one of those dates. Therefore in 2026 the Imberbus service will only run on Saturday 15th August 2026 when several London Transport Routemaster buses (plus a few newer ones) will be the only vehicles allowed to travel through to Imber village and on to other parts of Salisbury Plain. As in previous years, these buses will start from outside Warminster Rail Station and will operate as an ordinary bus service, so it is not possible to reserve seats or book tickets in advance – just turn up on the day and pay the conductor on the bus or purchase a ticket from one of the ticket desk outside the station.

*PLEASE NOTE THAT IMBERBUS FARE IS NOT INCLUDED. THIS NEEDS TO BE PURCHASED ON THE DAY BY PASSENGERS, IN CASH. 2025 PRICES WERE £10.00 PER ADULT, £2.00 PER CHILD.


FAQ (pease note these are from the Imberbus website from 2025 so we cannot guarantee acuracy:

Where can I go when I get to Imber?

The main attraction at Imber is the 16th century St Giles’ Church which is run by The Friends of St Giles, all of whom are volunteers. This is the only building in the village that is open to the public and is well worth visiting. As our buses run frequently through Imber, most of our passengers spend about 30 minutes to an hour at Imber, then board another Imberbus to view other parts of Salisbury Plain.

It should be noted that during our event, public access in the military area will be strictly limited to the following:

The “main road” through Imber village, within the boundary of the village;
Imber Church and the path and field between it and the main road;
Gore Cross bus Interchange (for the purposes of changing buses);
The Imber Range Perimeter Path which is a public footpath which runs close to Gore Cross and passes by New Zealand Farm Camp and which is open all year round.
Please note that all other roads, paths, buildings and fields are strictly off-limits, no matter interesting and inviting they may look! This particularly applies to the burnt out tanks and the “houses” at Imber, most of which were constructed by the military for training purposes and are not original.

Where will I be able to get something to eat or drink?

Light refreshments will be available inside Imber Church and at the Village Halls in Chitterne and Tilshead and some of the cafes in Warminster the town centre will also be open, including Beans & Bits on platform 1 at Warminster Station. Cream teas are usually served at the Old School in Market Lavington between midday and 5pm.

What other facilities are available at Imber?

The short answer is almost nothing! As Imber is normally closed to the public there are no shops, no permanent toilets, no electricity and no mobile phone or internet signal. We therefore strongly recommend that you prepare for this before you board the bus (the nearest regular public toilets will be at Warminster Station and alongside Warminster Central Car Park).

How much does it cost to travel on the Imberbuses and do I need to book a seat?

We operate a simple fare structure with just two ticket prices – £10 for adults and £2 for children. These tickets will allow you unlimited travel on all the Imberbuses, so you can hop on and off the buses as much as you want and visit all the different places we serve.

Please note that because Imberbus operates just like ordinary old fashioned bus service, there is no facility to pre-book a seat – just turn up and pay the conductor on the bus or from the ticket booth outside Warminster Station on the day. We regret, however, that Concessionary bus passes cannot be used to travel free of charge on the Imberbus service and the £3 farecap does not apply on this route either

Can I pay using a Credit/Debit Card?

Please bring some cash with you as you will almost certainly need it when you get to Imber Church and the villages that our buses call at. You will also need cash to buy your ticket if you are making your first bus journey from Sack Hill or from one of the villages, as our bus conductors have old fashioned ticket machines that were designed well before contactless cards, Wifi and the internet had been invented!

However, if you are joining the bus at Warminster, we hope to have a desk outside Warminster Station where you can purchase tickets using a credit/debit card. Cash machines are also available in Warminster Market Place which is 5 minutes walk away from the rail station.

Will any of the buses be wheelchair accessible?

Although most of the Imberbuses are vintage ones with steps, there will be a few newer ones with wheelchair spaces operating between Warminster and Imber as well. However be aware that the conditions at Imber are not ideal for wheelchairs and the path up to the church is quite steep in places.

You may also find that travelling beyond Imber takes a bit more planning as not all of the roads that our buses use are suitable for low floor buses and the Gore Cross Interchange is made up of loose gravel which may be difficult for some wheelchairs to traverse.

Do the buses get very crowded?

Our event attracts a lot of people, so the buses can get very busy at certain times, as can Imber Church.

What time will the buses run?

When Imberbus is running, buses normally depart from Warminster to Imber approximately every 10-15 minutes between 9.30am and 5pm, with at least two vehicles allocated to most departures to ensure that no-one is left behind. On arrival at Imber, some of the buses then continue on to other points on Salisbury Plain, connecting en-route at Gore Cross to enable passengers to change buses.

The exact timetable for our service changes slightly each year and is published on the Imberbus website approximately one month before the event takes place.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cheltenham/imberbus-day-coach-only/200030467953252
- **Event Categories**: workshops
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## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Cheltenham
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: 61 Clarence Street, GL50 3LB Cheltenham, United Kingdom
- **lat**: 51.90164
- **long**: -2.0788
- **full address**: 61 Clarence Street, GL50 3LB Cheltenham, United Kingdom, 61 Clarence Street, Cheltenham, GL50 3LB, United Kingdom

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Imberbus Day (COACH ONLY) being held?
  - **A:** Imberbus Day (COACH ONLY) takes place on Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 08:15 am to Sat, 15 Aug, 2026 at 04:30 pm at 61 Clarence Street, GL50 3LB Cheltenham, United Kingdom, 61 Clarence Street, Cheltenham, GL50 3LB, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Imberbus Day (COACH ONLY)?
  - **A:** Imberbus Day (COACH ONLY) is organized by Marchant's.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Imberbus Day (COACH ONLY) is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Cheltenham, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Imberbus Day (COACH ONLY) sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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