Written and maintained by the minicabit editorial team. Reviewed for accuracy by Amer Hasan.  Last updated 09/09/26. At a glance Dropping someone off at Gatwick Airport is straightforward once you know which terminal you need, where the designated forecourt zones are and what your options are if you want to avoid the drop-off charge. Both […]

Written and maintained by the minicabit editorial team. Reviewed for accuracy by Amer Hasan.  Last updated 02/09/26. At a glance Whether you are dropping someone off yourself or arranging a journey to Heathrow, it is worth understanding where the charge applies and what the alternatives involve. This guide explains the rules at each terminal, how […]

Written and maintained by the minicabit editorial team. Reviewed for accuracy by Amer Hasan.  Last updated 26/08/26. At a glance In the UK, Hackney Carriages can be hailed in the street or taken from a taxi rank, while Private Hire Vehicles, commonly called minicabs, must be pre-booked through a licensed Cab operator. Hackney Carriage fares […]

Last reviewed: 19 August 2026 At a glance Under UK Law, a taxi baby seat is not legally required when a child travels in a taxi or Private Hire Vehicle. GOV.UK says that if the driver does not provide the correct child car seat, a child may travel without one only on a rear seat. […]

At a Glance Airport Meet and Greet is a pickup service where your cab driver waits for you inside the terminal at Arrivals, holding a name board, so you can spot them straight away – no wandering around the terminal or car park wondering where your ride is. It is completely different from ‘Meet and […]

At a glance A taxi for Edinburgh Fringe 2026 should be booked as soon as your show dates and accommodation are confirmed, particularly for Friday and Saturday evenings, airport arrivals and late-night pickups. Pre-booking secures your journey at a fixed price and should give you a wider choice of available Cab operators during Edinburgh’s busiest […]