Reliance Coaches (Alec Head), started business when Alec Head bought two 29 seater coaches in 1955.

The picture of the left shows an Albion coach with Alec Head and his father, Tom. Shortly after this picture was taken, a Comma two stroke coach was added to the fleet.

From the start, the family concentrated on quality service and still retain entire control of the business.

By 1960 this Bedford 41 seat coach had been added to the fleet for long distance, luxury journeys. It was fitted with "sky line" windows, high back seats and all bumpers were fully chromed. The livery was cream, light blue and dark blue.

It was a major purchase but resulted in strong customer allegiance. Some of those early customers still ride with us today! 

Black and white photographs reproduced here courtesy of the Head family.