In 1966 John Bull was the proprietor of Palmerston garage in Northampton, a typical general service station selling fuel, repairing and selling motor cars. In October of that year, John took the plunge into the travel industry buying a small company of 6 mini-buses called Country Lion. This grew quickly and Country Lion purchased the new and modern Ford Transit and changed the business colour from green to bronze and white.
In 1971 The first new mini-coach was purchased, a Bedford Plaxton. Plaxton and Country Lion have had a positive relationship from that day to this, still supplying many of our premier travel coaches. The company continued to grow with the purchase of several more mini-buses and expanding into large coaches for the first time with the purchase of three vehicles from Overstone Coaches.
In 1971 The first new mini-coach was purchased, a Bedford Plaxton. Plaxton and Country Lion have had a positive relationship from that day to this, still supplying many of our premier travel coaches. The company continued to grow with the purchase of several more mini-buses and expanding into large coaches for the first time with the purchase of three vehicles from Overstone Coaches.
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A flexible option for both private customers and business customers alike. The short wheel-base van is capable of transporting bulky loads whilst still being easily maneuverable and simple to park. Comfortable seating for the driver and 2 passengers. Perfect for moving large loads or pieces of furniture.
The largest passenger vehicle you can drive on a standard UK license. A great choice for a large family holiday. The 9 seater Mini-bus offers spacious and comfortable seating whilst still having plenty of room for bags. Hiring a mini-bus is often a cost-saving measure compared to taking multiple vehicles on a long journey.
Through its research, BUSK UK has discovered that most schools obtain three quotes and then just choose the cheapest, unaware that it is vital to hire on safety criteria and not just cost alone. If you are responsible for arranging transport and travel for students or young people we can assist you in meeting your legal obligations.
As a professional football club having reliable executive level coach transport to take our team around the country is vitally important to us. Country Lion has been selected as the clubs official team transport partner for many years and has always offered the club the highest level of service. As a professional sports team, we need a reliable and flexible travel company.
We have an increasing number of vehicles that have Wi-Fi onboard, speak to our sales team about your requirements today. Unless otherwise specified Parking charges and Road-tolls are not included in your coach travel quote. All our drivers are carefully selected and have been checked with the Criminal Records Bureau at an advanced level.
Reviews (9)
Mark Sharman
Sep 17, 2021
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John Goulder
Aug 26, 2021
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Michael Foster
Jan 16, 2021
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We booked a coach to take us to Royal Ascot this year and we contacted Country Lion to let them know that that all races have been stopped due public health and safety reasons and that we will be getting a full refund from Royal Ascot, But Sad to say that it’s No from Country Lion this is a copy of their Email - Thank you for your email. Unfortunately as per our cancellation policy the deposit paid to secure the booking is non-refundable but as a gesture of goodwill we are willing to credit this amount against a future booking made with ourselves. As a company we are still operating transport
Larry Mann
Nov 26, 2020
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I had to cancel a booking to Duxford for Royal Anglian Regiments Veterans annual Reunion due to the governments ruling re the covid 19 pandemic, Country Lion Coaches have withheld my £50 deposit. They said as a good will gesture they will hold it for another booking should i choose to do so, if they can do that why can they not reimburse me like other organizations have ? Not too impressed, will i use them again, make your own mind up on that one.
Jonathon Curtis
Jan 17, 2020
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We recently booked a coach from this company to take a class of children from Milton Keynes to Northampton. The coach driver arrived on time and was really friendly and patient when we were running a little late. He was also on time when collecting us to take us home. The coach itself was in good condition, it was clean and all of the seat belts and arm rests were all working well. My only reason for the 4 stars instead of 5 is that the operators in their office were rude on the phone to some of my office staff. Would recommend.
Abbas Uddin
Nov 11, 2019
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If you are looking to book a coach hire service, avoid Country Lion at ALL COSTS.
After agreeing a date and time over the phone with one of the operators I was told my booking was confirmed. The first email I received following the booking confirmation stipulated that I could pay a £50 deposit with the remainder to be paid 7 days prior to travel. However, when I asked how I can pay the deposit, I was told the full balance will be due on Monday.
This was a clear contradiction of their original email and I took them to task over this. After realising their blunder, they agreed that I could pay
After agreeing a date and time over the phone with one of the operators I was told my booking was confirmed. The first email I received following the booking confirmation stipulated that I could pay a £50 deposit with the remainder to be paid 7 days prior to travel. However, when I asked how I can pay the deposit, I was told the full balance will be due on Monday.
This was a clear contradiction of their original email and I took them to task over this. After realising their blunder, they agreed that I could pay
Sherazade Khan
Sep 19, 2019
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They gave me the wrong mini bus for starters . had to come back after I had got home. Had to return the other one as the paperwork wasnt correct and had wrong details on it. This would have affected me if i would have been stopped by the police. Spoke to the office manager there who is very rude and abusive. They offered me 20 pounds compensation which I turned down. Lauren st reception is amazing. Job well done to you. You should be there new office manager. Be wary when getting self drive vehicles from them.
Kyle Taylor
Jul 08, 2019
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Recently used for private hire 2 coaches as part of our wedding day. Both coaches arrived on time and quality of the coaches were excellent. All guests very much appreciated the service and especially at the end of the night where one did multiple stops to drop guests off which was nice :) highly recommend. Emails answered promptly and competitive price
Jamie Apps
Jan 06, 2019
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Just a note to the staff at country lion to express my sincere thanks for their help with my most recent minibus booking. The staff were really helpful and very accommodating to my needs. It turned a bad week around to some degree!
Having used the van hire previously I can only say good things about the company. Very competitive prices and decent reliable vehicles is all you could possibly need with self drive hire.
Thank you again.
Having used the van hire previously I can only say good things about the company. Very competitive prices and decent reliable vehicles is all you could possibly need with self drive hire.
Thank you again.
