The Three Castles Shuttle is a community-led transport service connecting residents in and around Bishop’s Castle, Clun and Ludlow with essential services, shopping facilities and local amenities.
Operating as a Demand Responsive Transport (DRT) service, journeys are booked in advance, allowing us to provide a flexible and efficient transport solution tailored to local demand. The service currently operates on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays as part of an initial two-year pilot scheme.
With pick-up points across Bishop’s Castle, Colebatch, Clun, Clunton, Little Brampton, Kempton, Lydbury North, Aston on Clun, Long Meadowend and Craven Arms, the Three Castles Shuttle helps keep rural communities connected and accessible.
To use the Three Castles Shuttle, passengers must first register as a customer.
Please note: this is an external link that connects directly to our transport booking system.
If you require any assistance with your application or booking, please contact the Three Castles Shuttle team: 01584 700 907
Once your registration is confirmed, you can sign up for online bookings here:
The service operates on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and will initially run as a two-year pilot scheme.
This is a pre-booked service, and all passengers must reserve their journey before travelling.
The Three Castles Shuttle provides a flexible transport link between Bishop’s Castle and Ludlow, with pick-up points in Colebatch, Clun, Clunton, Little Brampton, Kempton, Lydbury North, Aston on Clun, Long Meadowend and Craven Arms.
Unlike a traditional bus service, the Three Castles Shuttle will operate as a Demand Responsive Transport (DRT) service. This means passengers are required to book their journeys in advance, allowing the service to respond to local demand while making the best use of available resources.
Outward Journey
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Return Journey | ||||
Pick up Point | Time of departure | Pickup Point | Time of Departure |
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09:30 | 13:15 |
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09:35 | 13:30 |
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09:45 | 13:35 |
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09:53 | 13:37 |
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09:55 | 13:50 |
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10:05 | 14:00 |
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10:18 | 14:02 |
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10:20 | 14:05 |
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10:25 | 14:20 |
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10:40 | 14:25 |
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While we aim to operate to the published timetable, journey times may occasionally vary due to factors beyond our control. Thank you for your patience and understanding while we work to provide the best possible service for everyone.
⚠️ All bookings must be made at least 24 hours before travel.
📅 Regular and weekly bookings are very welcome.
Booking your place on the Three Castles Shuttle is easy. Simply choose one of the options below:
Call 01584 700 907 between 9:30am and 3:00pm, Monday to Friday.
One of our friendly team members will be happy to help and confirm your booking.
Can’t call during these hours? No problem. Just leave us a message and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can.
Email Bookings@sdar.org.uk with the following details:
We’ll then contact you to confirm your booking.
Passengers who book in advance will be given priority if demand for the service exceeds the number of seats available on the day of travel.
Payments can be made electronically using:
Google Pay, Apple Pay, Samsun Pay, Visa, Mastercard, Maestro and American Express. (please use the actual icons if you can for this)
Please ask your driver for payment details.
By boarding or travelling on any Shrewsbury Dial-A-Ride vehicle, passengers agree to comply with the conditions set out in the Bus Safety Policy. The policy has been established to promote the safety, comfort and wellbeing of all passengers, volunteers, drivers and staff.
Simply complete our membership application form and we’ll be in touch to finalise your registration and provide booking instructions.
Thank you for your enquiry, we will get back to you shortly.
