Equipment and vehicle hire

Minibus, Van & Kit

As a District we have a minibus, a van and a range of kit available to Groups and Units to use to support their activities and camps.

Cardiff East minibusThe minibus is a Renualt Master 16 seater (plus driver) with a roof rack and was bought new in 2006.

The van is a Ford Transit with a roof rack/bars and was bought in 2012.

The range of kit we have available can be viewed in the District Equipment Catalogue (3.2mb PDF).

To view the availability of district resources please check the calendar below.

To confirm availability and make bookings, please contact kit@cardiffeastscouts.org.uk with the following information:

Name and contact details of the person dealing with the request

  • Group and section
  • Date you would like to collect kit
  • Date you would like to return kit
  • What kit you would like to borrow

We are pleased to take bookings up to one year in advance. The more notice we have about a booking, the more likely we are to be able to support requests. We recommend requests are made a minimum of two weeks before the loan date. Please note payment is required on collection of equipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost to hire the minibus and van?

Minibus

Duration Cardiff East District groups and sections Outside of Cardiff East District
Evening (4 Hours) £20 £25
Half Day (6 Hours) £30 £40
Day (24 Hours) £60 £70
Fri – Sun Weekend £130 £140
Week £320 £350

 

Van

Duration Cardiff East District groups and sections Outside of Cardiff East District
Day (24 Hours) £25 £30

*Additional loan charged at multiples of 24 hours.

Who can hire the minibus?

Scouts can hire the minibus and van. Priority will be given to Cardiff East Groups and other organisations but people from outside Cardiff East are also welcome.

What can the minibus be used for?

Any Scout event or purpose. The insurance does not cover non-Scout use.

Who can drive the minibus and van?

Anyone over 25 with a Full driving licence. You must have vehicle type A or D1 (depending on the age of your licence).

Is there a driving test?

No, but your driver or drivers should take a test drive with an appointed person from E&S to satisfy us of their competence.

Are there any other requirements?

You must bring the minibus/van back on-time, clean, tidy and full of fuel. Failure to do so could result in a ban from future use.