Minibus Hire (Hart & Rushmoor community organisations)

About

Rushmoor Voluntary Services (RVS) operates the Rushmoor and Hart Community Transport Scheme, providing accessible minibuses for hire to community groups. There are a range of accessible minibuses with up to 16 seats available for hire. 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. Community groups wishing to hire RVS minibuses must register with RVS as a member organisation.

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. MIDAS training can be provided by RVS, so do enquire about upcoming training courses.

Do you need a MIDAS trained Driver? - RVS may be able to provide a MIDAS trained driver from their pool of volunteer drivers. The charge for this service is £15.00.
Please refer to the website for further information.

About Rushmoor Voluntary Services

Rushmoor Voluntary Services are a Council for Voluntary Service (CVS) in Rushmoor. Their role in the community is to champion volunteering and to help and support any voluntary or community group working in the Borough of Rushmoor. They are members of the Hampshire CVS Network, an alliance of 10 local organisations who work together to help Hampshire’s charities, community groups and social enterprises to succeed and flourish.

The area they cover contains Aldershot, Farnborough, North Camp and Blackwater Valley in the north east corner of Hampshire.

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