The District minibus is available for hire by members of Scouts, Guides and other non profit making organisations.
The lightweight minibus is a 2017, long wheel base Peugeot Boxer, diesel, 17 seater (including driver) with a tow bar.
The minibus can be driven on a standard car (B) license.
Unless towing when a full D1+E is required.
The use of any trailer with the minibus is not covered by our insurance. Towing may be carried out at the hirers own risk.
All drivers must demonstrate that they are a safe and competent driver of such a vehicle.
Therefore they must hold a current MIDAS qualification, Hertfordshire County Council Minibus Permit, PCV licence or a Full D1 licence or higher (Acquired D1 Rights (101 entitlement) will not be accepted without another certification).
Other schemes may be accepted on request.
Any organisation using this minibus will require a section 19 permit.
More information about the Scout Association Section 19 permit scheme can be found here.
Bookings
Bookings can be made via email to minibus@lbdscouts.org.uk
Current Hire Rates
| Period | In District Scouts | Out of district |
| Evening (max 4 hours) | Free | £35 |
| Day | £40 | £85 |
| Weekend | £100 | £150 |
| Week | £200 | £275 |
Hire Rates from 1st January 2025
| Period | In District Scouts | Out of district Scouts and all Guides | Other non-profit organisations |
| Evening (max 4 hours) | Free | £40 | £45 |
| Day | £40 | £90 | £100 |
| Weekend (Friday afternoon to Sunday evening) | £100 | £165 | £250 |
| Week | £200 | £300 | £500 |
Deposits
| In District Scouts | Out of district Scouts and all Guides | Other non-profit organisations | |
| Deposit Required | £50 | £50 | £200 |
