Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Coach Hire Partner in Nottinghamshire
Vallances Coaches has been a trusted name in transportation since 1962, proudly operating as a family-run business rooted in Nottinghamshire. With over five decades of experience, we specialise in safe and reliable transportation for school children, private hires, and excursions across Nottinghamshire and surrounding areas. Our fleet combines modern executive minibuses with meticulously restored heritage vehicles, offering tailored solutions for corporate events, weddings, and special occasions. We prioritise passenger safety through rigorous vehicle maintenance and DBS-checked drivers, ensuring peace of mind for every journey. Our commitment to excellence extends to educational trips, where our 16- to 53-seater coaches meet stringent safety standards with 3-point seat belts and onboard amenities.From scenic day trips to vintage steam train experiences, we blend tradition with innovation to create memorable travel solutions. Our dedication to customer satisfaction is reflected in our 4.8-star Google reviews, highlighting our attention to detail and exceptional service. As a locally rooted business, we understand the unique needs of our community and strive to exceed expectations through personalised planning and execution. Whether transporting students, facilitating corporate events, or preserving transport heritage, Vallances Coaches remains committed to delivering excellence on every journey.
Services
Coach Hire
School Transportation
Vintage Wedding Buses
Excursions
Heritage Vehicle Hire
Corporate Transport
TV Filming Transport
Group Travel
Executive Minibus Hire
Day Trips
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of experience in the coach hire industry
- Specialised in the safe transportation of school children
- Heritage vehicles provide a bespoke and charming transportation option
- Comprehensive services from executive minibus hire to school transportation
- Commitment to providing exceptional service and creating lasting memories
What people say
Excellent driver
Clean and comfortable coach
Friendly staff
Well-organised trips
Memorable day
Services
Heritage Coach Hire
Our heritage coach hire service offers meticulously restored vintage buses for weddings and special events. These vehicles combine 1940s-1950s charm with modern safety features, providing a unique travel experience. Clients benefit from experienced drivers and tailored route planning to ensure memorable journeys.
School Transportation
Specialised school transportation using 16- to 53-seater coaches equipped with 3-point seat belts and safety amenities. Our DBS-checked drivers ensure safe student transport for educational trips, sports events, and residential visits across the UK.
Executive Minibus Hire
Luxury 16-seater executive minibuses for airport transfers, corporate events, and group travel. These vehicles offer comfort and style with air conditioning and modern amenities, ideal for business or leisure journeys.
Curated Excursions
Organised day trips and multi-day holidays to destinations including the Isle of Man, Yorkshire, and the Scottish Lochs. Packages include accommodation, meals, and guided visits to attractions, with inclusive pricing and hassle-free logistics.
TV & Film Transport
Period-accurate vehicles for film, TV, and photoshoots, including a 1950s Police Van and 1930s three-wheeler. Our fleet supports authentic period productions with reliable transport solutions and experienced crew.
People
Steve Vallance
Director
Steve joined the family business in the 1990s, overseeing fleet expansion and modernisation. With decades of industry experience, he ensures operational excellence while maintaining the company's heritage values.
Graham Vallance
Founder
Graham established the company in 1962, transitioning from mining to transport. His vision for quality service laid the foundation for the business's 50+ year success in the coach hire industry.
Questions
What areas do you serve for school transportation?
We provide school transportation services across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and nationwide for residential trips.
Can I hire a vintage coach for a wedding?
Yes, we offer heritage vehicles like 'Walter' and 'Ethel' for weddings, with seating capacities from 31 to 55 passengers.
Do your excursions include accommodation?
Selected multi-day excursions include accommodation, meals, and attraction entry fees as specified in the package details.
Are your drivers DBS checked?
All our drivers undergo DBS checks and receive regular training to ensure passenger safety and service excellence.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit/debit cards and bank transfers. Specific payment options are detailed during the booking process.
Can I book a custom private hire?
Yes, we tailor private hire services for corporate events, group travel, and special occasions with flexible scheduling options.
Reviews (5)
Yvonne Hardy Baines
Nov 14, 2021
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What a lovely day we both had Saturday 13th on the train our meal was lovely so was the bus ride with a very nice friendly young man thoroughly enjoyed every bit of it... thankyou. X
Tracy Beresford
Sep 19, 2021
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Had a fantastic day on "Walter" - super Afternoon Tea on board the steam train at Ecclesborne Railway, our driver, Ben, was brilliant,very professional and friendly - the whole trip was very well organised, wouldn't hesitate to book with Vallances again.Thank you for a wonderful day. Here's to the next trip!
Addie Annabel
Jul 22, 2021
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Excellent service and day trips. Professional approach from the driver. Good selection of day trips on offer. Would highly recommend 🙂
Jo Taylor
Oct 22, 2020
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We cant thank the team at Valances enough for working with us for our wedding day, we had so many changes due to Covid-19 Ben and his amazing team are so professional, nothing was too much trouble, even… opening up the engine for a querky wedding photo. Guests, family thoroughly enjoyed their surpise transport when the lovely Bedford Pamela arrived. Both myself and Rich would definitely recommend and use Valances again
Thank you for an outstanding service.
Jo & Rich Taylor
Thank you for an outstanding service.
Jo & Rich Taylor
Nicola Green
Nov 30, 2018
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Just returned from our Annual Whitby trip where we hired a Coach from Vallances Coaches for the first time. What a difference a beautiful and comfortable coach with a very welcoming, friendly and professional driver can make to a weekend break, Nothing was too much trouble for our driver Alan, and with such a mixture of age groups on our trip he looked after each and everyone of us. Thank you so much Vallances Coaches and the lovely Alan, we hope to see you again next year.
