what3words have assigned each 3m square in the world a unique 3 word address that will never change.
For example ///filled.count.soap marks the exact entrance to what3words’ London headquarters.
3 word addresses are easy to say and share, and are as accurate as GPS coordinates.
51.520847, -0.19552100 ←→ ///filled.count.soap
Their vision is to become a global standard for communicating location. People use what3words to find their tents at festivals, navigate to B&Bs, to direct emergency services to the right place or book transport from us!
We are working on Christmas Day 2019 as we normally do every year, so don’t worry you can have a few drinks over Christmas and let us do the driving.
We’re based in Helmsley servicing the surrounding areas such as Harome, Oldstead, Ampleforth, Gilling East and Wass with a reliable upmarket Taxi & Private Hire service.
The Grouse shooting season is almost upon us on the 12th Of August (the glorious Twelfth).
We are taking a huge amount of bookings for transfers from Train stations, Airports, Hotels, Shoot lodges and a whole list of other places.
If you need transport whilst in the area shooting give us a call on 01439 377 277 and let us take the stresses out of getting from A to B.
If your looking for more of a Chauffeur Service then visit our Chauffeur business’s website for further information https://ruralchauffeur.co.uk or call 01439 610 550
Flying into the area? then visit https://ruralaviation.co.uk to use our Helipads or make use of our ground support services.
We are the link between your transport hub and the Hotel & Spa, you can book ahead of your arrival so that you have peace of mind that your driver will be ready and waiting for you at the Train Station or Airport to take the stress out of trying to find a taxi and you can charge the transport to your room if you wish.
Visiting a restaurant during your stay? If your visiting the Star Inn at Harome, Pheasant Hotel (in Harome), Black Swan at Oldstead, Hare Inn at Scawton or one of the many top eateries that our area has to offer you can book your transport with us safe in the knowledge that you wont get let down or forgotten about and that you can arrive in a comfortable clean vehicle with a friendly and conscientious driver.
If you really want to arrive in style, maybe with a bottle of champagne? why not give our chauffeur service a whirl? www.ruralchauffeur.co.uk
Arriving by Helicopter? You can land at our local all weather Helipads!! Visit www.ruralaviation.co.uk for all your requirements.
We accept all types of Card, including AMEX, JCB & Diners Card etc, We do not charge a fee for paying by card.
We are now accepting bookings in the Thirsk & Ripon area.
For many years we have been operating from Ryedale (Helmsley).
We now have additional vehicles covering Thirsk & Ripon and all surrounding areas so our reliable, up market and competitively priced services are available to more people.
Visiting a wedding in the Helmsley area of Ryedale?
If your organising transport for your wedding and need a reliable supplier with multiple vehicles available, or your an individual simply needing a simple transfer then give us a call on +44 (0) 1439 377 277, Book online or send us an email bookings@ryedalescomfycars.co.uk
Please book in advance as we get quote busy every weekend and we like to make sure that we can accommodate everyone.
We’ve always accepted payments via card, but now we have partnered with World Pay to accept all types of card, including AMEX, JCB, Laser, Diners Club etc. We do not charge any fees for any type of card.
We get asked every day “What’s the best way to get to Helmsley?” so to try and help here is our recommendation.
If you give us a call on 01439 377 277, email bookings@ryedalescomfycars.co.uk or book online. (Please give us as much notice as possible and we will be at the station waiting for you.)
If you are travelling from Scotland/Newcastle go to Northallerton station and we will pick up you in the little car park at the front of the station.
If you are travelling from London or Manchester your best option is to go to Thirsk, you might have to change at York but it is better to do this than have to put up with the York traffic. once at Thirsk go up the steps from the platform, turn right at the top and we will pick you up in the pick-up/drop-off area.
Travel times to and/or from Helmsley as a rough guide are: Thirsk travel time is 30 mins, we recommend 45 mins Northallerton travel time is about 40 mins, we recommend 1 hour. York travel time is about 50 mins but we recommend 1 Hour 15 mins Malton travel time is about 30 mins but we recommend 45 mins.
We regularly provide Train Station transfers for both Business and individuals.
Thirsk Station
Malton Station
York Station
Pickering Station (North York Moors Railway)
Northallerton Station
If your going travelling and don’t want to leave your car at the station, give us a call for a competitive quote on 01439 377 277, Book Online or email bookings@ryedalescomfycars.co.uk
On the 21st – 23rd June 2019 when the MAG Motorbike Rally comes back to Duncombe Park in Helmsley we will be providing the shuttle service between the event and the main entrance at the gate house to the park.
Additionally we will be taking bookings again for local B&B’s, Car parks and such likes on a prebooked basis either by calling 01439 377 277 or booking online
There will be a signposted pickup point at the top and bottom of Duncombe Park.
The vehicles will be obviously marked.
Our booking system uses an automated SMS & Email bookings status and update system.
We confirm all bookings, amendments, driver en-route, arrival updates and automatically send vat invoices at the end of every journey if an email address is provided.
If you want email updates please supply an email address when booking, You can also download the passenger app.
We now accept ‘What 3 word’ addresses for either pickup or drop off locations.
what3words is a really simple way to talk about location. they have divided the world into a grid of 3m x 3m squares and assigned each one a unique 3 word address. It means anyone can accurately find any location and share it more quickly, easily and with less ambiguity than any other system.
You can use these when you book online or when you ring us on 01439 377 277
We offer the chance to travel local journeys in a luxurious, spacious and comfortable vehicle instead of a basic Taxi, Cab or Private Hire Vehicle all within the pricing of Ryedale District Council taxi fare chart.
All our vehicles are top of the range, such as our Landrover Discovery Landmarks. They are exceptional vehicles, with air suspension, 6 spacious leather passenger seats, a lofty view, panoramic roof and for ease of access and egress the vehicle lowers to a comfortable height.
All vehicles offer such as live TV and ability to watch movies, heated seats, air conditioning. power points for phones, bluetooth connectivity for your devices and so much more so make those long journeys extra pleasurable!
Our vehicles are all licensed with Ryedale District Council and we have full insurance for all aspects including working airside at any airfield or airport in the UK.
Did you know that you can book our services via mobile phone app? Click here to download the APP then use the QR code below to access our fleet if your not already a customer.
QR Code for Ryedale’s Comfy Cars & Taxis App
Phone Screenshot of APP for Ryedale’s Comfy Cars & Taxis
We offer a service using top of the range luxury brand vehicles, ensuring you can get to where your going in style and comfort, after all that’s why we are called Ryedale’s Comfy Cars.
Our vehicles can take Up to 6 passengers with plenty of space even for taller passengers in the rear seats. We have no problems accommodating multi vehicle itineraries!
Online Booking facilities, Card payments including Amex and a mobile phone app and SMS alert messages for passengers help to streamline the customer experience.
Luxury & Comfort at competitive prices without compromise. www.ryedalescomfycars.co.uk or call 01439 377 277
With Mothering Sunday being one of the busiest days in the year for restaurants, we get very busy over the weekend, please make sure you book early to avoid disappointment.
If you are visiting the Black Swan for a meal and your staying in Helmsley, Thirsk, Coxwold, Wass, Ampleforth or anywhere else for that matter just give us a call and we can take all the complications out of getting you there and back in a nice clean vehicle, with well presented and reliable drivers.
Worried about driving in the icy conditions over winter? or have a reservation for an evening meal at one of our local restaurants and it happens to be Snowing? Well worry no more! We have licensed 4X4 Land Rover Discoveries available, with off road tyres for if it gets really bad. Just call +44 (0) 1439 377 277 or make your booking online.
We hope everyone has had a fab Christmas and your looking forward to the New Year!!
We’ve been super busy over the festive period but we still have lots of availability for the New Years revelers!! We have put on extra vehicles to make sure that everyone has access to our usual reliable service to get you to where you need to be, we are operating till the early hours. Give us a call on 01439377277 or book online by clicking here
We’re already taking a lot of bookings for Christmas & New Year, We are available on Christmas Day too!! Christmas 2018 | Opening Hours – Don’t delay get your bookings in.
