14th May
Connect and chat on the Chatty Bus, in partnership with Restore Garden Cafe during Mental Health Awareness Week!
Feeling lonely, looking for a friendly chat, or just wanting to brighten your day? Join our Chatty Bus event!
Friendly volunteers from Oxford Bus Company and Restore will be on board the 300 service from 10:00 to 13:30, ready to spark conversations and make introductions. We'll have conversation starters and information about local activities and social groups to suit all interests.
Ride for free on the park&ride!
Oxford’s bus operators are working in partnership with Oxfordshire County Council to provide free park&ride bus journeys in Oxford from 29th October 2025 to May 2026, when the city’s temporary congestion charge scheme starts.
The offer will allow up to two adults and three children free return travel from one of Oxford’s five park&ride sites (Redbridge, Pear Tree, Seacourt, Thornhill and Oxford Parkway) to Oxford City Centre.
About Restore:
Restore, a specialist organisation in Oxfordshire, supports individuals through recovery groups, coaching and learning, empowering them to take control of their recovery, develop skills, and achieve their goals for more fulfilling lives. They also work to increase awareness and reduce stigma surrounding mental ill health within the community.
We will also be giving away a limited number of loyalty cards for Restore's Garden Cafe, with three drinks on EACH card!
Here's what you can expect:
- Friendly volunteers will be on board the 300 park&ride bus to chat and make introductions.
- Conversation starters, light games, and information about local activities.
This event is perfect for:
- Anyone who is feeling lonely or isolated and wants to connect with others.
- People of all ages who love exploring Oxford by bus and would like to chat to others.
Join the Chatty Bus journey!
- Add the Chatty Bus event to your calendar via this link.
- Follow us on social media for updates and event details.
- Tell your friends and family who might be interested!
- Share your experience using #ChattyBus.
The Chatty Bus timetable: Download here
How will it work?
Use the tracker to follow the bus or look out for the posters in the window of the 300 service. When you board, a Chatty Bus team member will be at the front of the bus.