What is PSVAR?

PSVAR – Public Service Vehicles Accessibility Regulations Explained

PSVAR (Public Service Vehicles Accessibility Regulations) is a set of UK regulations designed to ensure that public service vehicles, including coaches and buses, are accessible to everyone, particularly those with disabilities. These regulations require that vehicles used for specific services, such as school transport or rail replacement services, be fully compliant with accessibility standards.

To meet PSVAR compliance, coach operators must equip their vehicles with wheelchair boarding accessibility devices, such as ramps or lifts, along with the necessary safety provisions to secure wheelchair users during the journey. This ensures that individuals with mobility impairments can safely and easily board and disembark the vehicle.

Essentials for Operators providing School Services

PSVAR-compliant vehicles are essential for operators providing school services, ensuring that all students, regardless of physical ability, can access transportation safely. Similarly, rail replacement services must also meet these standards, guaranteeing accessible transport during disruptions.

Seaward Travel London takes accessibility seriously, ensuring we meet PSVAR requirements for school and rail replacement services. This commitment ensures a safe, comfortable, and inclusive travel experience for all passengers.

Why choose us?

Any Occasion

We cater to school trips, private and corporate events, day excursions, sports team, airport transfers, weddings and European tours.

Family Run

We are a family run firm with 3 generations of coach driving expertise – if you need a coach or minibus, head Seaward.

Any Size

We have a range of vehicles in our fleet, from 16 seat minibuses and executive 49 seat coaches, to high capacity 61 seat coaches.

Professionally driven, customer-focused

I write to thank your company for a good service on Saturday. The outbound and inbound drivers were both very punctual and courteous. The trip was very smooth and the ride very enjoyable. We hope to use your company for future trips, both within the country and into Europe.

Rev. Casey Badejo – Christ Apostolic Church

We had an amazing time with Seaward Travel Dorset in Germany and France visiting Xmas markets! Thank you to Darren for driving us safe and always have a smile and a good chat, it’s so nice to be able to rely on our drivers and even better when they are that nice! Merci mille fois.

Ryde School Teachers and Students

Had a girls coach trip to bath christmas Market today, had a great experience, coach was lovely, modern, clean and no smells unlike some coaches with toilets. driver was great very professional will definatly use again. Thank you again

Gemma Hamblin – Corfe Mullen Salon

Dave’s presence on the trip was fantastic, we all know that on such trips drivers can either make, or break them. He was always polite, professional, friendly and positive with both staff and students. We would readily recommend both Dave and Seaward Travel

Poole Grammar School

Just would like to say thank you to you and your team for their patience, kindness and support on last week’s trip to Margate. These trips are never easy to plan, let alone execute but a team such as yours makes it so much easier. Please do kindly pass on my gratitude to the guys, they were amazing.

I want to let you know that I have been running trips that require hired coaches for many, many years and David has certainly been one of the best. His professionalism and friendly demeanor went down perfectly with both the children and staff. I was most impressed with the way he related in a most professional way when interacting with the children. As a result of David’s professionalism and seamless driving and navigating abilities I will be looking to your company to assist my school’s transport needs in the future.

Mark

Last week we went to Cimone, Italy with your drivers as part of a trip organised by Halsbury. We had a great week with Dan and Malcolm who went above and beyond to ensure our week went smoothly. Without their support, help and permission to store skis and boots on the coach, we would have had a very different experience.

Leticia Hooper

Dave and Darren have gone above and beyond to ensure our students needs are met and have the most enjoyable experience. We’d like to thank them for helping our students on the slopes by giving tips and picking them up when they fell and accepting the ski challenges and races from our students. Both Dave and Darren must be highly regarded members of your staff and we have already requested to select if your company are supporting on any other of the trips we are booked on we would like them to accompany us.

Becky & Ben