NEW bus services linking Carnforth station to the surrounding villages were launched this week.

Line one runs from the station though Yealand Conyers, Yealand Redmayne and Beetham to Milnthorpe and Ackenthwaite.

Line two runs through Priest Hutton, Borwick, Gressingham, Arkholme and Whittington to Kirby Lonsdale.

Even if you don't live on the route, busses can deviate within a specified area if you book beforehand with the Carnforth Connect office.

The Carnforth Connect office on 01524 734311 and details are available in two new leaflets available from Carnforth as well as local libraries and information centres.