Living in the UK
4. TRANSPORT
4.2. Community transport, taxis and cycling
Community transport 
There are services available providing community transport for older people and those with disabilities.
Hillingdon Taxicard Scheme
Taxicards enable people with serious mobility needs to travel in black cabs at reduced fares.
Taxicard is a scheme providing subsidised transport for people who have serious mobility impairment and difficulty in using public transport.
For more information about the Hillingdon Taxicard scheme click on Taxi Card Scheme
Taxis
Taxis are generally more expensive than buses or trains, unless several people share a journey.
They often wait in taxi ranks outside stations or in central areas of main towns.
Taxis can pick you from home and drop you to your destination.
You can ring a local taxi company and book a taxi.
Cycling 
Many people cycle for pleasure and to go to work or shopping.
Some roads have special cycle lanes which help keep cyclists safe from cars.
To help you stay safe when cycling, wear a helmet and reflective strips. These are marked with signs.
For more information on safe cycling, cycle tracks, clubs and activities in Hillingdon: