Santa’s Sleigh Has Wheels – And It’s Powered by Local Support

The countdown is on! In just six weeks, Santa Claus will swap his sleigh for the iconic Brighton & Hove Santa Bus, bringing festive joy to communities across the city while raising vital funds for local charities.

Now in its 22nd year, the Santa Bus will tour 20 routes over 20 nights from 24 November to 23 December, lighting up the streets and hearts of Brighton & Hove. Since its launch, the Santa Bus has raised an incredible £453,000 – and this year, we’re aiming even higher.

A Call to Local Businesses
Be a Santa Bus Collection Point Brighton & Hove Buses is inviting local businesses to become official Santa Bus Charity Collection Points. This is a fantastic opportunity to:

• Show your support for 12 incredible local charities
• Drive footfall to your premises during the busy festive season
• Be part of a beloved city tradition that brings joy to thousands

Collection Points will receive promotional materials and be featured on our website and social media, helping customers find and support your business while donating to a great cause.

This Year’s Charities
Funds raised will support: BHT Sussex, Brighton & Hove Albion Foundation, Chestnut Tree House, Dame Vera Lynn Children’s Charity, East Sussex WRAS, Fareshare Sussex & Surrey, Friends of Brighton & Hove Hospitals, Grace Eyre, Martlets, Moulsecoomb Forest Garden, and Take Shelter and the Mayor’s Charities: Allsorts Youth Project, Brighton Women’s Centre, Hove & Adur Sea Cadets, and Rockinghorse.

Mayor of Brighton & Hove, Councillor Amanda Grimshaw BEM, said: “I am truly honoured that the Santa Bus has chosen the Mayor’s Charities this year. The Santa Bus not only raises vital funds but also brings Christmas cheer and spirit to our city while shining a light on the incredible work of charities across Brighton & Hove. I am so looking forward to joining the charities, Brighton & Hove Buses staff, and the amazing volunteers who make
this magical tradition possible and raising much needed funds’’

Ed Wills, Managing Director of Brighton & Hove Buses, said: “We’re incredibly grateful to the local community and businesses who make the Santa Bus possible. Becoming a Collection Point is a simple but powerful way to give back and be part of something magical.”

A Message from the North Pole
Santa Claus added: “Ho Ho Ho! I can’t wait to see all the smiling faces again this year. If you’re a local business, I’d love for you to be one of my official Collection Points. It’s a great way to spread cheer and support some amazing causes.”

Get Involved
To sign up as a Santa Bus Collection Point, visit: www.buses.co.uk/SantaBus

Let’s make this the most magical year yet – together