Installing and maintaining bus shelters in Suffolk.

Historically local parish and district councils have been responsible for providing bus shelters.

Research into the use of public transport showed that people were more likely to use buses to travel for several reasons, including protection from the weather and safety.

Bus shelters offer both these, high visibility for safety and literally a shelter from the elements.

At Suffolk County Council, we are committed to take measures to increase the use of public transport.

In recent years we have been allocated a budget to boost the provision of bus shelters in the county. Over 120 bus shelters have been provided by Suffolk County Council since the scheme started.

Parish and town councils are invited to apply for shelters in their areas. Please download the information pack which gives information about funding options, consulting with residents, maintenance responsibilities and types of shelters available. It also includes an application form which should be returned to us if a shelter is desired. Because resources are limited we do look to work in partnership with Parish and Town councils to share the cost of such installations.

Should a bus shelter be damaged through vandalism or an accident, please report this to the appropriate Parish or Town Council as the majority of shelters are in their ownership. Should the shelter in question belong to Suffolk County Council then they will be able to contact us to arrange repairs.

To apply for a bus shelter in your area please click on the link below to download an application form (Word Document)

To report a problem with an existing bus shelter, please contact the appropriate parish/town council