Kevin reveals his passion for buses
EVERYBODY who walks or drives through Bourne will be familiar with the blue Delaine buses.
It's a long-standing family business and here Kevin Delaine-Smith tells more about the firm and reveals his passion for buses.
* How many family members are involved in the firm and what is your role?
I have three brothers and one aunt working for the firm. I am a company director. I drive daily and attend to what the buses need.
* What job might you have liked if you were not involved in the family business?
Possibly a professional speedway driver.
* What role does a bus service have in the 21st century?
It's a vital service for a rural community.
* What sparked your interest in vintage buses?
It's all I have ever known – buses have been around me from birth – so it seems entirely natural to me.
* What are your hobbies?
I love my buses, speedway and my family – but not necessarily in that order!
* What is your greatest passion?
My lovely wife (Christine) and children (Stevie, Robin, Zoe, Sherri and Stirling).
* What do you like most about Bourne?
Bourne is a great town to live in. We have many friends here too.
* If you could go anywhere for a holiday, where would you choose?
Always Cornwall.
* Tell us something people might not know about you.
I am an open book: What you see is what you get.
* What was the last record you listened to?
It is called Infinity and by Guru Josh Project.
* What habits annoy you?
Rudeness in any form
* If you were stuck on a desert island, what one item would you have as an essential? A Delaine bus
* Describe yourself in three words
Very lucky man.
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