Community Transport Newcastle
We promote social inclusion and build stronger communities by helping more people to access opportunities. We are entering an exciting phase in our development as we are:
- working towards becoming an accredited training centre which will offer local people a range of NVQ qualifications
- looking at the ways in which we can contribute to the recycling agenda, including developing an innovative arts recycling project
Community Transport Newcastle has 4 core areas of activity:
Furniture Recycling Services
We have a wide variety of items on offer so come along and have a look. You could beat the credit crunch by donating an item of furniture and finding a new one to replace it with. By using our furniture service you will:
- get a good quality piece of furniture at a reasonable price
- help protect the environment by reducing the amount of items that go to landfill
- help us to help others in the community
We also offer:
- Removals at very reasonable rates
- House clearances
- Furniture storage
If you wish to make a donation or make a purchase, our friendly and helpful teams can pick up or deliver items for you. For more information or to view our furniture stores call us free on 0800 9174 397.
Minibus services
Our minibuses help people to get out and about and take part in a range of social and educational activities. Our purpose built vehicles are very comfortable and are all fully accessible, with user friendly steps and a passenger lift. Our drivers are professional and friendly and deliver the highest standards of passenger care
In partnership with Nexus and the Quality of Life Partnership, we provide a fortnightly shopping run for older people. Minibuses pick people up from home and take them to a local supermarket. This service costs £3 but carers travel free.
Training
We have built up an excellent reputation for delivering high quality training, skills development and providing work experience to local people. Please contact us for more information about the following:
- Driver/Assessor training including MiDAS
- D1- PCV Minibus driver training
- Passenger Assistant Training (PATS)
- Safe and Fuel Efficient Driving (SAFED)
- Moving and Handling
- Retail and sales
- Warehousing
- First Aid
Volunteering
Whether you are looking for something rewarding to do with your leisure time, would like to develop your confidence or need work experience, we have a volunteer role for you. We are happy to accept whatever time you have to offer and out of pocket expenses will be paid. In particular, due to the high demand from the community for our minibus services we are looking for volunteer drivers.
East End depot
The Grand
Heaton Terrace
Byker
Newcastle
NE6 1JR
0191 2656433 - Furniture/ training enquiries
0191 2659267 - Minibus/ volunteering enquiries
newcastleeast@
communitytransport.org
Hours of operation:
Mon–Thurs 9am-3.30pm
Friday 9am–3pm
West End Depot
5 Mill Lane
Newcastle
NE4 6QA
0191 256 8377
newcastlewest@
communitytransport.org
Hours of operation:
Mon-Thurs 9am–3.30pm
Friday 9am–3pm
Manager - Irene Brown