Norwich's famous red open-top bus, which takes visitors on a trip across the city to see its major landmarks, is currently not running. 

City Sightseeing Norwich is operated by Awaydays and 2023 marks the 20th anniversary of the hop-on hop-off bus in the city.

The season normally runs daily from April until October, with tours running in a loop from 11am until 3pm and it is fully wheelchair accessible. 

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However, as of Monday, July 3, Awaydays has temporarily suspended all trips.

Norwich Evening News: The bus stops in Britannia Road so visitors can visit St James' Hill for city views Picture: Simon FinlayThe bus stops in Britannia Road so visitors can visit St James' Hill for city views Picture: Simon Finlay

A statement on the City Sightseeing Norwich Facebook page said: "Due to extenuating circumstances, The City Sightseeing Norwich Tour is unable to operate until further notice.

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"For queries relating to this please email david@awayadays.com."

More updates on reopening will be given on the City Sightseeing Norwich Facebook page. 

The route begins at Castle Meadow and there are nine stops, including Tombland by Norwich Cathedral, Riverside Road alongside the River Wensum and Britannia Road with panoramic city views from St James' Hill.