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Gaz
7/2/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
Minibus for a Peak District weekend with 8 people — any gotchas?

We're a group of 8 heading to the Peaks. Need room for packs and a couple coolers. Curious about insurance, drop-off, a…

Location: Peak District, England

3 answers

Maya R
6/24/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
Best way to get to Snowdonia with two bikes and camping gear?

Planning a 3-day loop around Snowdonia with two bikes and panniers. Trains are a bit messy with the changes. Anyone got…

Location: Snowdonia, Wales

4 answers

Sarah M
3/22/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
How much to hire a minibus for a weekend group trip?

Planning a weekend away with friends and looking at minibus options. Wondering about typical costs and what affects pri…

Location: Peak District, England

4 answers

Jess R
3/17/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
What does it cost to hire a 12 seater minibus?

Need a 12 seater for a family gathering in the Lakes. First time hiring something this size - what should I expect to p…

Location: Lake District, England

4 answers

Lucy H
3/12/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
How much to hire a 9 seater minibus for a day trip?

Looking at a 9 seater for a day out to Snowdonia. What sort of daily rates should I expect? Is it worth going bigger or…

Location: Snowdonia, Wales

3 answers

Alex G
3/7/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
Cost to hire a 16 seater minibus for a group event?

Organizing transport for a walking group to the Yorkshire Dales. Looking at 16 seater options - what affects the pricin…

Location: Yorkshire Dales, England

4 answers

Ryan D
3/2/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
How much to hire an 8 seater minibus?

Small group heading to the Cairngorms. Considering an 8 seater vs just taking two cars. What are typical hire costs lik…

Location: Cairngorms, Scotland

3 answers

Sophie R
2/25/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
What to expect for 10 seater minibus hire costs?

Planning a trip to Brecon Beacons with 10 people. Never hired a minibus before - what should I budget for and any tips …

Location: Brecon Beacons, Wales

4 answers

Harper
2/21/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
Group trip to North York Moors: packing and parking tips?

Trying to keep logistics simple for North York Moors. Did having your own wheels help with sunrise starts and weather p…

Location: North York Moors, England

3 answers

Grace W
2/20/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
How much to hire a 17 seater minibus?

Large group trip to Dartmoor coming up. Looking at 17 seater options but not sure what to expect cost-wise. Any experie…

Location: Dartmoor, England

3 answers

Ash
2/20/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
Van vs. estate car for bikes heading to South Downs?

Two bikes and camping kit to South Downs. Wondering if a small van beats a car in real life. How do you stop chain grea…

Location: South Downs, England

4 answers

Asha
2/19/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
Minibus for a weekend in Loch Lomond & The Trossachs — any gotchas?

Eight of us heading to Loch Lomond & The Trossachs. Need space for packs and food crates. Any advice on insurance, drop…

Location: Loch Lomond & The Trossachs, Scotland

3 answers

J
2/18/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
Best way to get to Pembrokeshire Coast with gear — worth hiring?

Planning a weekend around Pembrokeshire Coast. We've got bulky kit and an early start. Trains look messy with changes —…

Location: Pembrokeshire Coast, Wales

4 answers

Kit
2/17/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
Group trip to Isle of Skye: packing and parking tips?

Trying to keep logistics simple for Isle of Skye. Did having your own wheels help with sunrise starts and weather pivot…

Location: Isle of Skye, Scotland

3 answers

Marta
2/16/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
Van vs. estate car for bikes heading to Dartmoor?

Two bikes and camping kit to Dartmoor. Wondering if a small van beats a car in real life. How do you stop chain grease …

Location: Dartmoor, England

4 answers

Dave K
2/15/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
Weekend hire costs for 12 seater minibus?

Need a 12 seater for a weekend trip to Skye. What sort of weekend rates should I expect and is it worth extending to av…

Location: Isle of Skye, Scotland

3 answers

Gabe
2/15/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
Minibus for a weekend in Yorkshire Dales — any gotchas?

Eight of us heading to Yorkshire Dales. Need space for packs and food crates. Any advice on insurance, drop-offs, and w…

Location: Yorkshire Dales, England

3 answers

Nate
2/14/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
Best way to get to Brecon Beacons with gear — worth hiring?

Planning a weekend around Brecon Beacons. We've got bulky kit and an early start. Trains look messy with changes — curi…

Location: Brecon Beacons, Wales

4 answers

Callum
2/13/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
Group trip to Cairngorms: packing and parking tips?

Trying to keep logistics simple for Cairngorms. Did having your own wheels help with sunrise starts and weather pivots?

Location: Cairngorms, Scotland

3 answers

Sian
2/12/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
Van vs. estate car for bikes heading to Lake District?

Two bikes and camping kit to Lake District. Wondering if a small van beats a car in real life. How do you stop chain gr…

Location: Lake District, England

4 answers

Owain
2/11/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
Minibus for a weekend in Peak District — any gotchas?

Eight of us heading to Peak District. Need space for packs and food crates. Any advice on insurance, drop-offs, and whe…

Location: Peak District, England

3 answers

Jess R
2/10/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
How much to hire a 20 seater minibus?

Big group heading to Pembrokeshire Coast. Looking at 20 seater options - what affects pricing for larger vehicles and a…

Location: Pembrokeshire Coast, Wales

4 answers

Maya R
2/10/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
Best way to get to Snowdonia with gear — worth hiring?

Planning a weekend around Snowdonia. We've got bulky kit and an early start. Trains look messy with changes — curious i…

Location: Snowdonia, Wales

4 answers

Lucy H
2/5/2025
Vehicle HireSponsored thread
Daily rates for 8 seater minibus hire?

Small group day trip to North York Moors. Comparing 8 seater hire vs taking separate cars. What are typical daily rates…

Location: North York Moors, England

3 answers

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