Meet Clive, Our minibus.
What's white and usually contains two Leaders, twelve Scouts, and all their gear?
Introducing Clive, our minibus.He might not wear a Scout scarf, but Clive has played his part in plenty of adventures.
From camps and activities to events, trips and everything in between, Clive helps us get people and kit where they need to be. He’s a familiar face around the group and an important part of making some of our bigger adventures possible.
Having our own minibus gives us more freedom to explore beyond Billesley. It helps us take young people to new places, support group activities and make getting there part of the adventure.
Of course, Clive doesn’t drive himself. Behind every journey is a team of volunteers making sure everything is planned, safe and ready to go. So while he might be the one turning up in the car park, it’s our volunteers who keep Clive - and our adventures - moving.
Are you a Scout group that needs a minibus for your next outing?
We're happy to rent Clive out to other members of the Scout Association for occasions where he's needed in conjunction with an event connected to Scouting.
If our minibus is available, and we agree to you renting it, you'll need to meet the driving licence requirements. Usually, this means the driver will need to be 25 or older and have either a D1 entitlement on their driving licence, or have held their licence for 2 years or more along with a Minibus Permit from Scouts.
The permits are not transferrable, so your group can't use ours and will need its own. Additionally, you will need to ensure that you have a driver who is capable and legally permitted to drive the minibus on the permit. If you don't have anyone suitable, we can also discuss making a driver available.
If there's anything else you need to discuss, let us know when you enquire using our booking request form. Our insurers require that you have a Section 19 permit, so we'll need to review this, along with the driving licences or any proposed drivers, before we will confirm any bookings.
Need a minibus?
You dont have your own minbus and need to borrow one.
For a nonprofit organisation?
You're a member of The Scouts, Girlguiding, or another nonprofit which needs to transport your members.
As part of an activity?
You'd like to use the minibus to transport your members to and from an activity as part of your programme.
You have a Section 19 permit?
Your group already has, or can obtain, a Section 19 permit, and a driver with suitable licence entitlements and experience.
Who can drive Clive?
Drivers must meet the relevant legal, insurance and Group requirements. Depending on their licence, they may need a D1 entitlement, while some drivers may be able to drive under the Section 19 minibus permit rules.
Drivers must be appropriately authorised, meet the minimum requirements and be familiar with the vehicle before carrying passengers.
Hiring Clive
Clive is available for hire to eligible Scout Groups and organisations for camps, events and group trips. The minibus operates under the Section 19 permit scheme, which covers eligible non-profit passenger transport.
Before hiring, organisations and drivers must ensure they meet all relevant licensing, insurance and Section 19 requirements.