Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Bus Hire Partner Since 1920
Established in 1920, Tanat Valley Motors is a family-run transportation company operating on the Shropshire and Mid Wales border. With over a century of experience, we specialise in private hire services, public bus routes, and vehicle maintenance. Our fleet includes luxury coaches, minibuses, and accessible vehicles, all maintained in-house by our dedicated team. We pride ourselves on our commitment to customer satisfaction, offering 24-hour quotation responses and employing over 60 local staff.Our heritage includes preserving a 1962 Leyland Tiger Cub bus for special occasions, reflecting our dedication to both tradition and modern service excellence. We serve diverse needs, from school transport to corporate events, ensuring reliability and safety across all operations.
Services
Private Hire
School Transport
Vehicle Maintenance
Public Bus Services
Vintage Bus Hire
Details
- Year established: 1920
Highlights and features
- We offer 24-hour quotation responses for all transport needs
- Our fleet includes accessible vehicles for passengers with disabilities
- All drivers hold PSV licenses and undergo regular CPC training
- We maintain our vehicles in-house to the highest safety standards
- Family heritage spanning 104 years of local transport expertise
Services
Private Hire
We provide luxury coach hire for weddings, corporate events, and special occasions. Our fleet includes 16-70 seat vehicles with accessible options. Customers benefit from competitive pricing and experienced drivers with enhanced safety training. Our family business ensures personal service with century-long expertise.
School Transport
Daily school transport for 1,500 children across Shropshire and Mid Wales. Our dedicated routes and modern fleet ensure safe student travel. Vehicles undergo regular maintenance checks while drivers receive specialist training. This service combines reliability with comprehensive safety protocols for parents' peace of mind.
Vehicle Maintenance
Comprehensive vehicle servicing including MOTs, diagnostics, and mechanical repairs. Our in-house technicians handle all commercial vehicle requirements. Services cover tyres, brakes, air conditioning, and electrical systems. This facility supports both our fleet and external commercial vehicle operators across the region.
Public Bus Services
Operating multiple scheduled routes across Shropshire and Mid Wales. Services include term-time school routes and regular passenger transport. Our network connects rural communities with urban centres like Oswestry and Shrewsbury. Real-time tracking and downloadable timetables enhance passenger convenience across all routes.
Vintage Bus Hire
Special occasion hire of our 1962 Leyland Tiger Cub bus. This fully restored classic vehicle adds unique charm to weddings and celebrations. Available decorated for special events while maintaining operational safety standards. Combines nostalgic appeal with modern reliability for memorable journeys.
Questions
How do I request a private hire quotation?
Contact us via phone or our website form with your requirements. Our bookings team provides quotations within 24 hours.
Do you offer accessible transport options?
Yes, we have several vehicles specifically designed for passengers with disabilities across our fleet.
What public transport routes do you operate?
We run 12 scheduled services connecting Shropshire and Mid Wales locations including Oswestry, Llanfyllin, and Welshpool routes.
Can you service commercial vehicles?
Our workshop provides MOTs, diagnostics, and mechanical repairs for commercial vehicles including tyres, brakes, and air conditioning.
Is your driver team qualified?
All drivers hold PSV licenses with regular CPC training. Many have first aid qualifications and disability assistance training.
Do you provide school transport?
We operate dedicated school routes carrying approximately 1,500 children daily across our operating region.
