Time/day | First 700 yards (640 metres) or 2 mins 36 secs | Each subsequent 200 yards (182 metres) or uncompleted part | Waiting time – for up to every 45 secs |
|---|---|---|---|
7am to 11pm every day except bank and public holidays | £3* | 20 pence | 20 pence |
11pm to 7am every day except Christmas Day night | £4.50* | 30 pence | 30 pence |
Bank and public holidays | £4.50* | 30 pence | 30 pence |
Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve from 6pm to midnight | £4.50* | 30 pence | 30 pence |
Christmas Day through to 7am on Boxing Day | £6* | 40 pence | 40 pence |
* minimum charge at these times/days
The relevant legislation regarding setting fares is Section 65 of the Local Government (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 1976.
Extra charges
There are extra charges:
- when more than 4 passengers are being carried - a surcharge of 50% will be applied to the fare shown on the meter at the end of the journey
- for fouling of vehicle, interior - £50
- for fouling of vehicle, exterior - £10
Booking a taxi or private hire vehicle
If you want to book a taxi or a private hire vehicle, you can use the list of licensed operators.
Complaints about taxis
If you want to complain about a taxi or if you believe there has been a breach of licence conditions, please contact us so we can investigate.
