Our Minibuses
The district has two minibuses that are available to be booked by groups and units on a first come first served basis.
The conditions of use, suggested donations and a booking form are below.
To book one or both of the minibuses please read the above documents, then complete the booking form.
Any queries, please send an email to minibus@greenfordscouts.org.uk.
Minibus FAQs
The vehicles are Ford Transit 17-seater Trend: Eco Blu long wheel base minibuses
17. The driver plus 16 passenger seats
No.
Due to the number of passenger seats in the vehicles the driver must have a D1 category on their driving licence.
If you passed your test before 1 January 1997 you may well have the D1 category automatically on your licence. If not, then you will need to take a test to have D1 added to your driving licence.
Please see www.gov.uk/driving-licence-categories.Minibuses
All children must travel in rear seats (any seats behind the driver) if a child car seat or an adult seat belt isn't fitted.
Children aged 3 or older must:
- use a child car seat if there's one available in a minibus
- use an adult seat belt if child car seats are not fitted or are unsuitable
Please see the full rules on GOV.UK
No. The minibuses are not fitted with tow bars.
Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ)
Our vehicles meet the ULEZ emissions standards
You do not need to pay a daily ULEZ charge to drive in the zone, and are helping to improve air quality across London.
However, if you enter the Congestion Charge (CC) zone during its operating time you will need to pay that daily charge to drive in central London.
05 September 2024
We’re excited to announce that Dwayne Fields, adventurer and TV presenter, is the UK’s new Chief Scout
Dwayne’s been appointed as our 11th Chief Scout to lead our half a million young people and adult volunteers for his values, commitment to help young people, and outstanding leadership qualities. During his time as Chief Scout, Dwayne aims to inspire even more young people and adult volunteers to join from all backgrounds.
