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Community Transport Minibus Hire

 

 

Accessible mini buses available for hire to community groups

Rushmoor Voluntary Services operates the Rushmoor and Hart Community Transport Scheme.

We have a range of accessible minibuses with up to 16 seats available for hire to member organisations.

Four vehicles are fully accessible with either a tail-lift or ramp fitted.  One vehicle has step access only.

Bookings can be made by phone or email.

Phone 01252 398450

E-mail transport@rvs.org.uk

Group Hire Booking Request Form (Word doc)

 

Costs

Hire charge is £60 per day, inclusive of 30 miles of travel.  Additional miles are charged at £1.30 per mile.

Eligibility to drive an RVS Minibus

Drivers must be over 21 years and held a suitable licence for 2 years.

If you are over 70 years you can drive a minibus providing you have obtained a medical certificate and have requested a D1 to be retained on your Driving Licence.

It is a requirement that all drivers of RVS minibuses hold a current MIDAS (Minibus Driver Awareness Scheme) Certificate.

See our page on MiDAS Training Here for more information.

Do you need a MIDAS trained Driver ?

We may be able to provide a MIDAS trained driver from our pool of volunteer drivers for occasional outings and trips. The administration fee is £15.00.

For regular, contract work such as day centres, lunch clubs etc, we can provide a driver at £17.50 per hour.

Important Notices for any group hiring a minibus from RVS:

  • Please read our Health and Safety Notice:   Click Here
  • Transporting children on a minibus:   Click Here