The Lions’ Minibus

The Lions own and run a 16-seater Community Minibus which is not available for commercial hire but can be used by local clubs, societies, organisations and charities at 75p per mile. Click here for eligibility.

  • To see the Minibus calendar which shows when the minibus is already booked, click here

  • To contact the Minibus Manager to book the minibus, or for any queries, email minibus@lechladelions.org.uk or phone 07782 905353

  • To be assessed as a driver (no fees involved), the driver must hold a full clean UK driving license and be under the age of 70. Contact the minibus manager to arrange a one hour free assessment, which if passed, must be renewed every 5 years

  • To find out how to get a Section 19 permit, click here

  • For full Terms and Condition of Use, click here

  • For instuctions to operate the wheelchair lift, click on the video below

To use the minibus, your organisation must have a qualified driver and a ‘Section 19’ license (a ‘not for commercial hire’ permit, which currently costs £11). Insurance is covered in the mileage fee, subject to the Terms and Conditions being followed.

For each journey:

A Journey Checklist should be completed by the driver for each journey made.

Should a Risk Assessment for any journey be required it can be downloaded here

ALL DOCUMENTS CAN BE FOUND IN THE FOLDER IN THE MINIBUS

We are grateful for the generous sponsorship of the minibus by local businesses, including LakesByYoo, the Lechlade Motor Company, and Moore Allen and Innocent.

The Lions also have to raise money each year  to operate the minibus  - and you can donate here