Reminder: Slinky service is a great alternative if you can’t catch the bus

The aim of this note is to highlight our demand responsive transport service known as Slinky, which operates in all areas of the county, Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.

Demand responsive transport is a bookable, flexible service which residents can use if there is no public transport alternative or if they have a disability/mobility issue which prevents them using the bus.

All users need to do is register online to start using the Slinky bus to get to the shops, to visit friends and family, get to college or social clubs, or access medical appointments.

Find out more about the service and register for Slinky here: https://www.somerset.gov.uk/roads-travel-and-parking/slinky-services/

The service is available to all eligible passengers which could include parents with young children, teenagers, students, the elderly, the retired and people with disabilities.

If you are eligible you will first need to register as a member of the scheme. You must fill in a registration form and return it to the booking office before you use the service for the first time.

You can then book a journey by contacting your booking office at least 24 hours before you want to travel. Trips can be booked up to two weeks in advance.

For journeys up to 3 miles
Single: £2.50
Return: £4

For journeys over 3 miles
Single: £3.50
Return: £5

There is a 50% fare for English National Concessionary Travel Scheme passes on all SLINKY services within Somerset. Concessionary Pass Holders and children aged between 5-16 will be entitled to a 50% reduction in the cost of the fare. Children under 5 travel free.

You will need to show your pass every time you travel.

Half fares will be:
£1.30 for a single journey up to 3 miles – £2.00 return
£1.80 for a single journey over 3 miles – £2.50 return