Free bus travel is being offered to employees at a Basingstoke business park.

Stagecoach and Chineham Business Park announced their partnership on October 17 and will offer free bus travel on Service 20 for all employees at the business park.

Service 20 connects Chineham Business Park to Basingstoke and will be operational every 20 minutes from Monday to Saturday and every 30 minutes on Sundays.

The new schedule is aimed at making commuting easier for park employees.

In addition to the free travel, employees will also be given a 50 per cent discount on Basingstoke MegaRider tickets, which will connect them to the wider bus network.

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Stagecoach has announced its new partnership with Chineham Business Park (Image: Stagecoach) James O’Neil, commercial director at Stagecoach, said: "We are thrilled to partner with Chineham Park and support the workforce at the business park with convenient travel options.

"This initiative not only facilitates easier commutes for workers but also provides another opportunity for us to serve our communities."

The partnership is in line with Chineham Park's commitment to creating a sustainable community.

Richard Hawkes, estate manager at Chineham Park, said: "We are dedicated to fostering vibrant, sustainable communities and this partnership with Stagecoach aligns perfectly with our commitment to enhancing the wellbeing of our workforce.

"By offering free and discounted travel options, we’re making it easier and more convenient for occupiers at Chineham Park to commute, helping them balance work and life."

This new initiative is set to benefit all businesses based within the park, providing a hassle-free travel solution for their employees.