Remembrance Day Parades 2025: Bus Service Changes on Sunday 9 November
On Remembrance Sunday, 9th November 2025, some bus routes will have temporary changes across the county due to parades. Other services may be briefly affected.
Observance of Two Minutes’ Silence
At 11am on Sunday 9th and Tuesday 11th November, bus drivers will observe two minutes of silence. Where it is safe, buses will be parked with engines off. The company invites passengers to join in this national act of remembrance.
Free Travel for Service Personnel and Veterans
NCT offers free travel from 8th to 11th November 2025 inclusive for all serving personnel, cadets, and veterans. To qualify, show appropriate ID or travel in uniform when boarding.
Road Closures and Bus Route Diversions on 9 November
- Nottingham Road, Church Drive, Sir John Robinson Way: Closed from 09:00 to 12:00.
- Lilac 25 and Lime 58: Diverted during closures.
- Buses will not serve these stops but will serve all stops on the diversion route:
- Charles Street
- Sainsbury’s
- Portland Street
- Daybrook Square
- Thackeray’s Lane
- Calstock Road
Calverton Parade Impact
On Sunday 9th November, the parade in Calverton affects Sky Blue 61 from 09:00 to 12:00. The following stops will not be served:
- St Wilfrid’s Square
- St Wilfrid’s Church
- Oakland Grove
East Leake Road Closure and Diversion
Main Street in East Leake will be closed between 10:30 and 11:45 on Sunday 9th November. South Notts 1 buses will be diverted via Main Street, Castle Hill, and Loughborough Road.
“At 11am (on Sunday 9th and Tuesday 11th), bus drivers will observe the 2 minutes silence and will, where safe to do so, park their buses and turn off their engines and the company invites you to join them in national remembrance.”
Author’s summary: On 9 November 2025, bus routes across the county will face temporary changes due to Remembrance Day parades, with free travel offered for service personnel and a call to observe silence at 11am.
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