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What is LOTS?
LOTS is the London Omnibus Traction Society, a group for anyone interested in London's buses. Founded in 1964, it publishes a monthly newletter, a quarterly glossy magazine, and a number of other annual or recurring titles.
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Latest news
12/05/2026 - Bus News - LBSL intends to enter into new contracts for the following routes:116 re-awarded to First Bus London United using existing hybrid double-decks for 3.5 years starting on 22nd August 2026. PVR 8.117 re-... Read more

01/05/2026 - Bus News - LBSL intends to enter into new contracts for the following routes:140/N140 re-awarded to Metroline using existing hybrid double-decks for 3 years starting on 5th September 2026. PVR 18.182 re-awarded ... Read more

22/04/2026 - Bus News - LBSL intends to enter into new contract for the following routes:128 (24h) re-awarded to Stagecoach East London using new electric double-decks for 7 years starting on 10th October 2026. PVR 15.359 aw... Read more

See the News page for all news items.
About this website
On this website you can find:
News highlights
Events listings
Web links
The LOTS publications archive (where you can download hundreds of older publications for free)
Other downloads (such as a sales list, article index and membership application form)

Additional features are planned to be added over the next few months, including:
Member log-in
Online reading of recent TLBs and LBMs
Online shop for publications and subscriptions
Database of London buses and routes
Photo gallery