Minibuses, van and trailer

All these vehicles are owned by 1st Walsall Wood Scout Group and join us on many of our adventures; indeed they are part of our scouting family. We also have available a trailer for towing behind our Ford minibus, Vauxhall crew van or other suitable vehicle.

Note that since leaving the EU, our minibuses are no longer available for use outside the UK

They are also available for YOU* to use as part of your next adventure too!

Ford Minibus

Our first group minibus (known affectionately as Chief) is a 2009 Ford Transit 15 seater minibus (including driver). Finished in silver and proudly displaying the group's tartan and Scouting logos, he looks very smart and is ready for your trip away.

Fitted with three point seatbelts and all the latest safety features, he will accommodate your group in comfort and safety; wherever adventure takes you. Note that Chief is not an equipment vehicle and should not be used as such.

Some key features are as follows:

• Fully comprehensive insurance cover
• 15 seater capacity (Including driver)
• Towbar with 7 pin electrics fitted (maximum tow weight 2,000kg, maximum train weight 5,500kg); D1+E licence required
• Approved drivers aged 25 and over (21 and over on request)
• Full UK breakdown cover
• Hire rates include all fuel, saving you the hassle
• Note that driving category D1 is required on your licence
• A section 19 permit is required for all users (assistance available)

Fiat Minibus

Our latest group minibus (known affectionately as the The Duke) is a 2017 Fiat Ducato accessible 17 seater minibus (including driver). Up to eight seats can be removed in order to carry up to two suitable wheelchairs, using the tail lift fitted. Finished in silver and proudly displaying the group's tartan and Scouting logos, he looks very smart and is ready for your trip away.

Fitted with three point seatbelts and all the latest safety features, she will accommodate your group in comfort and safety; wherever adventure takes you. Duke is fitted with a Bluetooth audio system, parking sensors and reversing camera. An additional rear heater is fitted to keep passengers warm on the way back from winter camps. Note that The Duke is not an equipment vehicle and should not be used as such.

Some key features are as follows:

• Fully comprehensive insurance cover
• 17 seater capacity (Including driver)
• Seats can be removed in order to carry up to two suitable wheelchairs
• Approved drivers aged 25 and over (21 and over on request)
• Full UK breakdown cover
• Hire rates include all fuel, saving you the hassle
• Can be driven on a normal car license (category B). A familiarisation drive will be required before first use
• A section 19 permit is required for all users (assistance available)
• This minibus does NOT have a tow bar fitted
• Compliant with all current clear air zones in the UK (for details click here).

Vauxhall crew van

We are pleased to introduce Rosie 2, the successor to our original group van Rosie. Rosie 2 is a Vauxhall Vivaro crew van; a big leap forward from our previous small van. A modern vehicle with all the modern conveniences, seating 6 people with plenty of space for all your kit too, Rosie 2 has many applications.

Suitable for kit and people, Rosie 2 has a large load area suitable for tables and all your camping kit, or perhaps just the personal equipment. The cabin seats 6 in comfort over two rows, with air-conditioning, 3 point seatbelts all round, cruise control, electric windows, parking sensors and an MP3 CD player, why not arrive to camp in style!?

Some key features are as follows:

• Fully comprehensive insurance cover
• 6 seater capacity (Including driver)
• Towbar with 13 pin electrics fitted (weight and towing restrictions apply subject to driver license)
• Load length behind rear seats: 1.74m
• Load height: 1.387m
• Load width between arches: 1.268m
• Total load volume: 4m³
• Approved drivers aged 25 and over (21 and over on request)
• Full UK breakdown cover (European on request)
• Hire rates include all fuel, saving you the hassle
• Can be driven on a normal car license (category B)
• Note that this vehicle is only available for Scouting & Guiding use

Trailer

We are also able to offer for hire 'Polly', a box trailer suitable for transporting kit to camp; available separate or as an ideal companion to Chief; our minibus.

Please note that drivers require category D1+E in order to tow a trailer with a minibus. Drivers are also expected to have previous towing experience.

Some key features are as follows:

• Ifor Williams Box trailer with barn rear doors
• Internal Length: 2400mm (8' approx)
• Internal width: 1470mm (5' approx)
• Internal height: 1830mm (6' approx)
• Volume: 7.12m³
• Maximum gross weight: 2,700kg (subject to suitable towing vehicle; our minibus is restricted to 2,000kg)
• Maximum payload: 2,020kg (subject to suitable tow vehicle)
• Trailer security devices provided

If you're interested in hiring our minibus, van or trailer please visit our booking page or get in touch by e-mail:
hire@walsallwoodscouts.org.uk or call 0844 414 2438.

Acknowledgment and thanks

The group would like to express their thanks to the following for their generosity and for making the purchase of the Ford minibus possible:

• Whg VIEW community Chest
• The Cooperative membership community fund
• Collin & Hobson Ltd
• Carparts, Aldridge
• Claridges, Walsall Wood
• Taylors Autos, Walsall Wood

The purchase of the trailer was made possible thanks to funding from:

• Awards for All (Big Lottery Fund)

The purchase of the Fiat minibus was made possible thanks to funding from:

• The Department for Transport

The purchase of the Vauxhall crew van was made possible thanks to funding from (among others):

• One Stop (Carriers for causes)

* Exclusions apply