Lichfield’s on-demand ‘LinkUp’ transport service trial expands

Lichfield District Council is pleased to announce an extension to the operating hours for LinkUp, its on-demand community transport service.
Launched in December 2024 in partnership with transport specialists WeMove, LinkUp is designed to connect villages across the district without existing public transport links to Lichfield city and Burntwood town centres.
Following positive community feedback, from Monday 28 April to Friday 6 June the service will trial running from 8am to 6pm, Monday to Saturday—making it easier for commuters, students and shoppers to access amenities.
The service is £3 per journey, free for children aged 11 and under and concessionary bus pass holders and allows residents to book a ride on the LinkUp app and be picked up from their nearest virtual bus stop.
A spokesperson for Lichfield District Council said: “The response to LinkUp has been encouraging and we are delighted to extend the service hours to offer residents even more flexibility.
“LinkUp is easy to use and whether it’s for work, education, appointments, or meeting up with friends, this extension gives our rural communities greater access to our high streets.
“For many people the service is their only direct link to Lichfield and Burntwood and we’re proud to support them.”

To book a journey:
• Download the LinkUp app on Google Play or the App store
• Or call 0808 134 6632, Monday to Friday, 8am–6pm. Standard call charges apply.
• Whilst you can pay by cash on board, all journeys must be booked in advance. If you want to pay by cash, just select ‘pay on board’ when booking and pay the driver as you board.
LinkUp is a six-month pilot scheme, funded through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
For full information and FAQs please visit linkup.lichfielddc.gov.uk .