Free bus travel for veterans this Armed Forces Day
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To mark Armed Forces Day, we're offering free bus travel for veterans, cadets and serving members of the armed forces on 27 and 28 June.
Ben Gilligan, Managing Director of Go North East, says: “Supporting the Armed Forces community is really important to us as many of our colleagues have served their country before joining Go North East.
“We’re proud to offer free travel for the Armed Forces community this weekend so that veterans, cadets and serving personnel can attend Armed Forces Day events without worrying about travel costs.”
Sarah Jones, one of our drivers who is also a British Army veteran, says: “I think the reason so many veterans choose a career in the bus industry is because it’s one of the few careers that instils camaraderie - from the minute you walk into the bus depot, you’re acknowledged, you’re supported and most importantly, valued!
“I think it’s great that we’re offering free travel for the Armed Forces community this weekend. For drivers who are also veterans, anything we can do to show connection and support to our brothers in arms is really important.”
On 27 and 28 June 2026, we are offering free travel to serving personnel who can produce a current ID card, veterans displaying a veteran’s badge, cadets and anyone travelling in uniform. The free travel offer is valid on all services, excluding the Toon Tour.