Dial a Ride transport service
Just ring our office on 01955 605588 between 9am. and 2pm. Monday - Friday.
Tell us the following information
The time you want to travel
The pick up address and destination
The time of your return journey
How many people want to travel
Who Can Use It?
Anyone living in a rural area who has no transport or reasonable access to any public transport regardless of age. Disabled and elderly throughout the county.
When Can I Use It?
Both vehicles operate 5 days a week between 9am and 5pm. Evening and weekend services is dependant on volunteer drivers.
You can bring along an escort and they have to pay the basic fare £1.80 but you must inform the office at the time of booking the journey.
There is a charge of 40p - £1.80 per person per mile depending on the length of the journey.
1 mile £1.80
2 miles £2.00
3 miles £3.15
4-6 miles an extra 60p per mile
7-10 miles an extra 50p per mile
11 miles plus and extra 40p per mile
There is a membership fee of £10 paid yearly on 1st July, which may be done by completing and returning an application form.
The driver will be there to assist you with the steps or wheelchair access, and you can use it for almost any purpose. Going shopping, visiting friends, social functions and medical appointments.
The service still operates over the festive period.
If you have any questions or enquiries please contact COREEN CAMPBELL on 01955 605588. Office hours are between 9am and 2pm Monday to Friday.