Taxis
Taxi in Harrogate and districts
Blue Line Taxis – Visit the website here
Location: 6 Strawberry Dale Harrogate HG1 5EF – Phone: 01423 530830
Description : This is the company I always use
We take great pride in being one of the region’s most well-established taxi firms, with a rich history dating back to the 1930s. At Blueline Taxis, we operate a modern and diverse fleet of vehicles. Our unwavering commitment is to provide a premier service to all our customers, and we are delighted to share that over 90% of our journeys come from loyal repeat business. What sets us apart is our unique approach; the majority of our drivers are shareholders in the company, which means they have a personal stake in our success.
In a nutshell, we are the Harrogate taxi service that people trust and rely on. Our atmosphere is reminiscent of the lively ambiance of a bustling café.
At Blueline, we hold the belief that exceptional customer service is paramount. This is what distinguishes us from other taxi firms in Harrogate and Leeds. We pride ourselves on being courteous, prompt, and equipped with a diverse range of vehicles to meet all your transportation needs.
Furthermore, we are dedicated to making a positive impact in our community. As part of our ongoing commitment, Blueline Taxis actively raises funds for various charities. We remain dedicated to these charitable contributions, ensuring that we play our part in making a difference.”
Taxi Licensing Changes May Flood North Yorkshire Towns with Ubers, Councillors Warned
Proposed changes to North Yorkshire’s taxi licensing rules could drive local taxi operators out of the industry and lead to towns being “swamped” by Uber drivers, councillors were told.
North Yorkshire Council is revising its hackney carriage policies to increase the availability of wheelchair-accessible vehicles (WAV) and comply with equality legislation. This includes drafting a new hackney carriage and private hire licensing policy and adopting an inclusive service plan in line with Department for Transport recommendations.
Stricter Requirements for New Registrations
The draft plan, set to enter public consultation, proposes restricting new taxi registrations to WAVs, electric vehicles, or potentially hybrids. This aims to address long-standing accessibility issues in the region, which wheelchair users say have caused significant barriers to daily life.
Ian Lawson, chair of the North Yorkshire Disability Forum’s Accessible Transport Group, highlighted the critical need for more WAVs. Addressing the council’s executive, he said decades of efforts had failed to resolve the problem.
“Missed medical and dental appointments, missed work commitments, and social isolation are the result of an inaccessible transport system,” Mr. Lawson said.
Concerns from Taxi Drivers
However, taxi drivers argue the proposed changes may backfire. Richard Fieldman, a Ripon-based representative for the North Yorkshire Taxi Drivers group, warned the policy could lead to fewer WAVs in operation.
“Many drivers will leave the trade altogether due to these restrictions,” Mr. Fieldman said, adding that drivers feel they are being unfairly penalized for poor past decisions by local authorities.
He also raised concerns about competition from Uber drivers, claiming that many operate under less stringent licensing conditions because they are registered outside the county.
“We are already being swamped by Uber cars in North Yorkshire. They have significant advantages over us, and this policy will make it even harder for local drivers to compete,” he said.
Low Usage of WAVs
Selby taxi driver Graham Watson shared his experience with a WAV, stating he had driven 260,000 miles in four years but had only transported six wheelchair users in that time, despite advertising heavily.
Calls for a Balanced Approach
Taxi drivers urged the council to consider alternative measures, such as adopting City of York Council’s policy, which permits low-emission Euro 6 engine vehicles instead of mandating WAVs.
Councillor Gareth Dadd, deputy leader of North Yorkshire Council, acknowledged the challenges.
“It’s a really hard circle to square. I’m keen for this to be a very open consultation where all options are considered,” he said.
The 12-week consultation will launch in the new year, aiming to balance accessibility needs with the sustainability of the local taxi trade.
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A & B Cars Ripon – Visit the website here
Location: Unit 2, 21 North St, Ripon HG4 1JY – Phone: 01765 603020
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A 1 Cars Ripon – Visit the website here
Location: 44 Waterside, Ripon HG4 1RA – Phone: 07710 832348
Contact A1 Cars for your reliable taxi service, covering Harrogate, Ripon and the surrounding areas.
- Prompt, friendly and reliable service
- Always courteous
- Competitive rates
- All work undertaken, whatever the distance
- No job too large or too small
- Local and long distance
- Airport transfers
- Accompanied day trips
- Parcel delivery
- Contract and corporate work
- Personal service for the elderly and disabled
So whatever your transportation needs, A1Cars in Ripon will go that extra mile to provide a complete and satisfying experience for our customers.
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Airline Taxi – Visit the website here
Location: 61/63 E Parade, Harrogate HG1 5LQ – Phone: 01423 525200
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Andrews Taxis Ripon – Visit the website here
Location: 13 Whitcliffe Grove, Ripon HG4 2JW – Phone: 01765 601792
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Crescent Cars Taxi & Private Hire Knaresborough – Visit the website here
Location: 8 Park Dr, Knaresborough HG5 0BX – Phone: 01423 868183
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Elite Taxis – Visit the website here
Location: North, 31 Claro Road, Harrogate HG1 4BA – Phone: 01423 538509
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Freedom Taxis – Visit the website here
Location: Harrogate Business Centre, Hookstone Ave, Harrogate HG2 8ER – Phone: 01423 595959
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M J Cars Private Hire & Taxis – Visit the website here
Location: 82 Manor Road Knaresborough HG5 0DS – Phone: 07528 064 128
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Mainline Taxis – Visit the website here
Location: 13 Station Parade, Harrogate HG1 1UF – Phone: 01423 555555
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Ripon Taxi Service – Visit the website here
Location: 2 Skellbank Cl, Ripon HG4 2PX – Phone: 01765 600128
We have been using Ripon Taxi Service regularly for 5 years now and have found them nothing short of impeccable.
Reasonably priced, never even a second late and always reassuringly reliable. The cars are spotless and the drivers always full of interesting anecdotes. We’d never use anyone else.
Jonathan Barrow, DirectorAlways on time! Easy booking, immediate confirmation and a thoroughly reliable service. Drivers friendly, considerate and very helpful at all times, come rain or shine. Without doubt the best taxi service in Ripon. Eustace Barnes, Ripon
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