Residents can, once again, enjoy free bus journeys to Farnham, Godalming, Cranleigh and Haslemere while supporting local businesses in the run-up to Christmas.
Planning some festive shopping this December while keeping an eye on the budget?
Want to support local businesses while picking up gifts and treats?
Good news! Waverley Borough Council is once again teaming up with hoppa to offer free bus journeys across the borough in the run-up to Christmas. The initiative aims to make it easier for residents to shop local, support independent businesses and enjoy everything Waverley's high streets have to offer.
Free travel will be available in Farnham, Godalming, Cranleigh and Haslemere between 9.30am and 2.30pm from Monday 14 December to Thursday 24 December.
Please note: this offer covers trips to your nearest local high street in one of these four centres, for example Hale to central Farnham or Milford to Godalming.
Residents can register by visiting hoppa.org.uk/register or by calling 01428 681701.
Councillor Liz Townsend BEM, Waverley Borough Council's Portfolio Holder for Planning and Economic Development, said:
"Christmas can be an expensive time of year, so we're delighted to work with hoppa once again to help residents travel into our town centres for free while supporting local businesses. This scheme makes it easier for people to choose sustainable travel, leave the car at home and enjoy everything our high streets have to offer.
"Whether you're buying gifts, meeting friends for a coffee or picking up festive essentials, every visit to a local business helps our communities thrive and supports the local economy."
For those travelling by car, the council is also offering a special Christmas parking promotion in all Waverley-owned car parks to encourage more people to visit local town centres and support businesses during the festive season. Drivers can park for just £2 after 2pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays throughout the promotion period.
The free hoppa travel initiative and festive parking offer form part of the council's wider commitment to supporting local businesses, boosting footfall and making Waverley's town centres vibrant destinations for residents and visitors alike this Christmas.
Article image: Historic town centre street at night