0207 736 9958
TESTIMONIALS
We constantly strive to provide a professional but most importantly; truly personable service to ensure that your transportation requirements are as individual as you are!
'City of London Black Taxis' is a proud member of the prestigious Guild of Master Craftsmen for Quality and Service.
We hope that this accolade therefore reflects our true professional values and dedicated commitment to our clients.
It is a pleasure to know that our service is appreciated and we are pleased to share with you a note of thanks from some of our recent clients.
"Thank you so much Helen and just to let you know all the taxi toings and froings worked perfectly.
The taxi was lovely and looked beautiful! Danny was really calm and helpful even when he had
to turn round because I had forgotten my reading ~ too busy thinking about everyone else!
The whole day was amazing, everyone so happy and we even had sunny and warmish weather!
Once again thank you for all your kindness and trouble and an overall very impressive service from you company.Very best wishes, Carol"
Mrs Carol Smith - Mother of the Bride
Lambeth Registry Office
Classic Black Fairway
Saturday 6th April 2013
"Dear Helen,
I just wanted to drop you a note to say a huge thank you for such a wonderful service
we received on our wedding day from your drivers and from your company.
The cabs were wonderful and really looked terrific and the drivers were so helpful.
Thank you too for all your help and patience in the run up to our wedding.
With many best wishes and thanks again,
Abbie Morgan (nee Turner)"
Mrs Abbie Morgan - Bride
Phyllis Court Club, Henley on Thames
Two Classic Black Fairway Taxis
Saturday 16th March 2013
"Dear Helen,
Please pass on our thanks to Wayne, Dean and Ian for our wedding taxis on 15th December 2012.
They were punctual, professional and calm - just what was needed on the day!
Kind regards, Mr and Mrs E G Ball"
Mr & Mrs Edward Graham Ball - Bride & Groom
Cambridge Cottage, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
Wedding White & Traditional Black TX Taxis
Saturday 15th December 2012
"Dear Helen,
I just wanted to thank you and our driver last week for being the single most
efficient and pleasant 'supplier' that we used for our entire wedding.
I was so impressed by the way that you handled the booking -
I had absolutely no doubt that the car would be on time and in perfect condition,
given the efficiency with which every part of the booking was handled, and it was.
The car was perfect - I only wish we'd had more time to enjoy it and be photographed
with it but in the end we were running very late and I'm afraid I didn't even think
to thank the driver on the day. Please could you pass on my thanks?
If any friends come asking for wedding planning tips, I'll be sure to point them in your direction.
All the best and thanks again, Jenny"
Jennifer Dean - Bride
St Bartholomew-the-Great Church, West Smithfield, City of London
Classic Black Fairway
Saturday 22nd September 2012
"Dear Helen,
Firstly; may I thank you so much for arranging the taxis to take the bridal party
to our daughter's wedding on Saturday at Rangers House, Blackheath.
You managed to cope with my 'Don't tell the Bride' organization without
ever making me feel it was so last minute.
Secondly; please pass a huge thank you to the drivers, Kevin and Peter, for
their professionalism, warmth and humour on the day. They set the tone
for a calm and very happy wedding day. What a wonderful start!
We could not have asked for more. It made Anna's day having the Fairway black taxis
and (you were right!) she got hoots and waves all along the route to the venue.
Thank you once again. Very best wishes, Sue Harding."
Mrs Susan Harding - Mother of the Bride
The Ranger's House, Blackheath, London, SE10
Two Classic Black Fairway Taxis
Saturday 15th September 2012
"Dear Helen
We all had so much fun travelling to the service in the cab.
It was a magical day made even more memorable by our little trip in
your cab. Thank you for your exceptional levels of service and care.
It made for a stress free experience!
Kindest regards,Tanya"
Tanya Mitchell - Bride
Stoke Newington Town Hall
1948 Vintage Austin FX3
Sunday 9th September 2012
"Hi Helen & Dean,
Just a quick email to thank you both and your drivers for all your help yesterday.
The day was very successful for us and all of our staff were very happy and enjoyed the day.
Thank you for your help and customer service from beginning to end!
We will definitely recommend you to any of our colleagues in future!
Regards, Giuseppe Cusmano"
Giuseppe Cusmano
Sales Manager
Acorn of London Ltd
Central London Black Taxis Treasure Hunt
Monday 20th August 2012
"Helen - thanks for all your help
We had a wonderful day and enjoyed the ride in the vintage taxi.
It was excellent and very stylish.
We will recommend you to all our friends getting married!"
Tobias Harwood-Smith - Groom
St Paul's Church, Knightsbridge / The Hurlingham Club, SW6
1966 Burgundy over Black Vintage Beardmore
Saturday 16th June 2012
"Dear Helen
Wow! It's been so long yet so quick for time to fly by.
We've been so busy since our wonderful day but finally I have a few minutes
to write on behalf of the newly crowned Mrs Smart and myself.
We lucked out with the weather on our day and had a great venue for both the ceremony
and the reception. But what made the day was the fabulous bus crewed by two wonderful staff!
You are rightly proud of your service and went to some lengths to assure us
everything would be ok. You were quite wrong, everything was simply fabulous.
Well done and a mighty thank you.
Every single one of our guests were heaping high praise on our wedding (big up to us!)
and all complimented the bus trip, the sights and the champagne.
We had a great time and will heartily recommend your company.
Kind regards
Warren and Jackie Smart"
Warren and Jacqueline Smart - Bride and Groom
Kensington & Chelsea Register Office / The York & Albany Restaurant
Routemaster Double Decker Bus
Saturday 26th May 2012
"Hi Helen,
Just a quick note to say thank you for providing the Beardmore cab for our wedding on the 12th May.
The cab was beautiful and subtly decorated which was just right for us, and the driver
Eddie was warm and friendly. We also really enjoyed our champagne!
Everything was perfect and we took some lovely photos in the Beardmore too!
Thanks again!
Best regards, Fabia and Matthew Turner"
Fabia & Matthew Turner - Bride & Groom
Christ The Saviour Church, Ealing, West London
1966 Burgundy over Black vintage Beardmore
Saturday 12th May 2012
"Dear Helen
I am writing to say a massive thank you for all your help in the run up to our wedding on 20 April.
Both cars were perfect and our drivers (Kevin and Glen) were very professional, friendly and patient.
The drive to the ceremony with my dad, during which Kevin kindly took a beautifully scenic
route through the park, is something I shall never forget.
Glen was on time for our evening journey and kindly waited whilst we said our
many farewells to guests.
Thank you for organising all this for us. We had the best day!
Elizabeth and Adam"
Elizabeth & Adam Davies - Bride & Groom
The Kensington Hotel / The Belvedere, Holland Park, London
1948 vintage Austin FX3 & Classic black Fairway
Friday 20th April 2012
"Hello Helen
I thought to let you know that your beautiful car was a wonderful success
at Calandre and Nick's wedding on Saturday. We were absolutely delighted.
It was all we ever hoped for, and indeed more, especially the suitcase!
Your driver too was such a gentleman, and Calandre and Nick greatly appreciated
your touch with the champagne too.
Many, many thanks for your wonderful car and also your excellent service all round.
It was and will always be such a special day for us and we are most grateful to you.
Very best regards, Jacqui Mustard"
Jacqueline Mustard - Mother of the Bride
St Augustine's Church, Kensington / The Royal Exchange, City of London
1948 Vintage Austin FX3
Saturday 14th April 2012
"Dear Helen,
This is a quick note to thank you for the impeccable arrangements for our car on Saturday -
and please thank Kevin also, who was wonderful. The entire experience was like something
out of a film and we loved every minute if it - even the hot water bottles!
So thank you for all you did - the car was one of the things that made
ours the most perfect wedding day.
With best wishes, Jane"
Jane Rendall - Bride
St Paul's Cathedral, City of London
1948 FX3 vintage Austin
Saturday 4th February 2012
"Dear Helen and Dean,
The spotless, beautifully decorated taxi arrived at 12.45. And Jim is a real star.
So attentive, kind, pleasant. Had a nice chat with him until Claire was ready,
seems to have the natural gift of making everyone at ease and happy, taking away any worries or stress.
A real professional. The ride to church was lovely, many people seeing the taxi couldn't help smiling.
It looked superb outside the church door as the guests and many clergy were coming out.
Please convey to Jim our thanks and appreciation and of course these also go
to yourselves for arranging all this. Would not hesitate to recommend to anyone planning a wedding.
Who needs a stretched limo or a Rolls when you can have Jim and his beautiful TX.
It's no contest.....
Kindest regards
Pierre + Claire and Michael"
Pierre Muller - Father of the Bride
St Silas Church, London NW5
Modern Black TX Taxi
Saturday 21st January 2012
"Dear Helen,
My wife and I cannot thank you enough for your service on 17th December 2011.
Not only did you help us by providing a great price but the professionalism
and kindness of the driver throughout his time with Kelly was exceptional!
Kelly was very pleased with how the taxi looked and the drive to the church
by your well presented & polite driver.
We had hired a Routemaster bus with another company to collect our close family
and the Bridesmaids. When this broke down on the way to the ceremony it caused a great
deal of worry and delay. Your driver did an excellent job in keeping her calm, staying
well beyond the agreed time to enable Kelly to sit in comfort (and warmth) until the guests arrived.
We cannot thank you enough for your efforts to make our day great.
I can only apologise for the delay in getting back to you and can assure you that we
will strongly recommend you to anybody considering a Wedding Taxi in the future.
Thank you again, Mark & Kelly Marno"
Kelly & Mark Marno - Bride & Groom
St Helen's Church, Bishopsgate, City of London
Modern Black TX Taxi
Saturday 17th December 2011
"Dear Helen and Dean,
A HUGE thank you for providing such a fantastic service on Tuesday.
You were very timely, professional, friendly, supportive, great value and every group
commented on their drivers – unprompted by us.
Thank you both. We will certainly be happy to recommend you and
will of course be in touch should we ever need similar services in the future.
I hope the drivers had as much fun as their passengers!
Very best regards and Happy Christmas!
Alex"
Alex Shephard
Company Director - Altyerre Limited
TX Taxi Corporate Fleet - Luxury Central London Shopping
Tuesday 29th November 2011
"Dear Helen and Dean,
Well what can we say, the taxis were absolutely perfect we were all so
pleased with Kevin and Danny's professional service.
As soon as the taxis turned up, the distinctive sound outside our house made us very emotional.
It felt my father, Charlotte's grandad had arrived for the wedding.
Although if he was here today, he probably wouldn't of appreciated his granddaughter
turning up to church in a London Taxi on her wedding day.
Thank you so much for making our day so special, a memory that will last forever.
Thank you once again. Best wishes, Sarah and Charlotte"
Sarah Boxell - Mother of the Bride
Sawston Village, Cambridgeshire
Two classic black Fairway Taxis
Saturday 8th October 2011
"Hi Helen!
Just wanted to say a quick thank you for our amazing wedding taxi this weekend.
The gentleman who drove us around was incredibly professional, kind and accommodating
and it was the perfect London accent to our Bath wedding!
Thank you again and have a lovely week, Alexis Cuddyre"
Alexis Cuddyre - Bride
The Assembly Rooms, Bath, Avon
Modern black TX bridal taxi
Sunday 4th September 2011
"Dear Helen and team,
Just a quick note to say a huge thank you for the beautiful car you supplied for our wedding.
The driver was extremely patient and even waited an extra hour without a word of complaint
we felt so special and Karl my new husband loved it !!! - (as did lots of tourists at Hampton court. )
Thanks for helping to making our Wedding Day so special.
We will be singing your praises for years to come and recommending you to everyone.
Kind regards, Dera & Karl"
Dera Eruchie - Bride
Hampton Court Palace, Hampton, Surrey
Classic Black Fairway
Saturday 6th August 2011
"A massive thank you for the two brilliant taxis on Friday, and for the sterling services of Kevin and James.
It could not have gone better, whatever we'd planned. By the time the Bride's Mother and Bridesmaids arrived at the Church, they were grinning from ear-to-ear, and any nervousness had simply evaporated. For they just couldn't believe the throngs of people en route who had waved, smiled and/or taken photographs. One abiding memory will be the gentleman with the large, beautiful Dalmatian, who simply dropped its lead so he could stop and take photographs of both immaculate taxis.
On the drive from the Church to the Reception, if I'd had a pound for every one person who just the sight of the taxis put a smile on the face of, I'd have been able to pay for the cost of the whole Wedding - probably twice! And that put us all in an excellent state of mind by the time we arrived at the Reception (no doubt aided by your Champagne and accompanying hamper!).
I think I will write to David Cameron, suggesting that the Government gives James and Kevin some serious funding, just to enable them to drive the streets of London (and other cities and towns), in order to convey an extra large feelgood factor to all the people they pass!
So, a million thanks once again for the great taxis, the excellent drivers, and your immaculate organisation and planning. Kind Regards, Thom"
Thomas & Hilary Sewell - Father & Mother of the Bride
St Thomas of Canterbury, Fulham / London Wetlands Centre, Barnes
Vintage Taxi Pairing - 1948 Austin FX3 & 1959 Beardmore
Friday 30th July 2011
"Dear Helen and Dean,
Just a note to say thank you very much for organising the taxi and routemaster bus for our civil partnership. Your service was really professional and the vehicles in a superb condition. It made our day so special and our guests could not stop talking about the journey from the Town Hall to the Dorchester.
We felt so special when we were driven down Kings Road by James. Please thank the drivers on our behalf again. With best wishes, Hermanus"
Hermanus Louw - Groom
Kensington & Chelsea Old Town Hall / The Dorchester Hotel, Mayfair
1948 Vintage Austin FX3 and Red Routemaster Bus
June 2011
"Just a little note to say we had the most wonderful wedding day, it all went
incredibly well and we loved every single minute of it.
The car was perfect and we were really pleased with
the whole experience, we'd gladly recommend you to any
future Bride & Groom. Thanks again, Philippa & Oliver"
Philippa Black - Bride
The Queen's House, Greenwich, London
1948 Vintage Austin FX3
March 2011
"Dear Dean & Helen,
Thank you for the superb job you did on our Wedding Day!
The car and the bus were fantastic - all our guests enjoyed their trip to the wedding breakfast!
We will be sure to recommend you to any of our friends thinking of having a wedding in London.
Thank you! Lizzie and Joe
Elizabeth & Joseph Cotterell - Bride & Groom
Chelsea Old Church, Chelsea / The Belevedere, Holland Park, London
Classic black Fairway and Routemaster Bus
February 2011
"Dean,
I just wanted to write to thank you so much from the bottom of my heart for everything you
did on 18th December to get me and my dad to the church.
You were absolutely fantastic and your heroic driving will definitely be remembered
in the McCrone/ Bembenek household for generations to come.
Thank you again - we literally couldn't have done it without you!
All the Best, Alison Bembenek (nee McCrone)"
Alison McCrone - Bride
Highbury Barn, London
Classic black Fairway
Saturday 18th December 2010
(Due to exceptionally heavy snow fall on Highbury Hill 18/12/10
some advanced driving skills and a 'little' push were
in order on route to the ceremony!)
"I booked two "City of London" taxis for my wedding on
the 17th December 2010.
I was given a courtesy call a few days in advance of my
wedding to confirm the details and to reassure me that the
drivers would check the route in advance and would arrive
at my family home in plenty of time.
On the day itself both drivers arrived smartly dressed
and a little bit early but happily waited while my
bridal party and I got ourselves ready to leave.
Unexpectedly we had heavy snow!
I was worried that we wouldn't get to the venue, about
a 45 minute journey from my home, in time for the ceremony.
The drivers were knowledgeable about which route to take
and got the whole bridal party there in plenty of time.
The cars were sparkling clean inside and out and very comfortable.
As it was a cold day the driver had put a blanket in my taxi incase I was cold,
which was a nice touch.
The drivers were calm, polite and reassuring all the way, which is what you need
on the day of your wedding!
Due to the snow I didn't want to wear my satin bridal shoes to get in and out of the car;
I changed just before walking down the aisle.
My driver went above and beyond the call of duty by waiting until the ceremony door had
closed behind me and then running up the steps and leaving my other shoes at the top of
the steps for us to collect after the ceremony!
I highly recommend the services of the City of London Black Taxis"
Meriel Watkins - Bride
Hampton Court House, Hampton, Surrey
Classic black Fairway
Friday 17th December 2010
" Dear Dean and Helen
This is a hugely belated note to say a massive thanks for what you did
for our Civil Partnership on December 11th.
You were both so accommodating, helpful and friendly in advance.
Dean made us feel so relaxed and able to enjoy the first part of the day.
We loved the efforts you had gone to matching the colour scheme of the cab ribbon,
flowers and also Dean's cravat with our scheme for the day.
We also loved the touch of a bottle of bubbly too -
certainly helped to calm the nerves!
All in all you gave us a perfect start to our day so
thanks to you both. All the very best, Steve and Rich"
Steven Lyth & Richard Shackleton
The Richmond Gate Hotel, Richmond / Templeton, Roehampton
Classic black Fairway
December 2010
"Dear Helen
We just wanted to say thanks for providing us with such a
lovely transport service for our wedding on Saturday 6th.
The taxis were brilliant and our guests loved the red bus!
The taxis and bus all looked wonderful and Dean,
Bill and Phil did a brilliant job.
Thanks! Best wishes,
Gabriella and Richard"
Gabriella & Richard Wright - Bride and Groom
St Mary's Church, Wimbledon Village, London
Two Classic black Fairways and Routemaster Bus
November 2010
"Dear Helen and Dean
Now Steve and I have had time to catch our breath after the wedding and honeymoon
we just wanted to drop you a line to thank you for your excellent service on 30 October.
Unfortunately there was a bit of a downpour when I was trying to get from the hotel
to register office with my mum and friend.Dean was excellent in ferrying us back and forth with the brolly!
I also was impressed with his smart appearance in the overcoat.
At all times he was friendly and had useful knowledge about the time we should get
to the register office and kind with his good thanks after the ceremony.
We had a wonderful day and are looking forward to the
photos from our photographer with the black cab in it!
Many thanks."
Anna & Stephen Deadman - Bride & Groom
The Richmond Hill Hotel, Richmond, Surrey
Classic black Fairway
October 2010
"Dear Helen
Just to say thank you to yourself and Kevin for arranging
our Austin FX3 wedding car yesterday. It really added to
the day and the champagne on the way to the reception
was the perfect remedy after the church service!
We had a magical time and wanted to say how nice it was to use your cabs -
you really made things run smoothly and the confirmation emails really put my mind
at rest and removed one of the stress factors for the day.
Best Wishes, Emily"
Emily Harden - Bride
Betchworth, Surrey
1948 Vintage Austin FX3
Ocotber 2010
"Dear Helen and Dean,
I just wanted to write and say thank you so much for
supplying our bridal car for our wedding day.
It was exactly what we wanted and looks great in all the pictures!
Our driver was wonderful and we were so
happy we chose your company.
Wishing you a wonderful Christmas and a great 2011!
Best wishes, Sarah and Richard"
Sarah & Richard Wolfe - Bride & Groom
Chandos House, London
1948 vintage Austin FX3
September 2010
"Dear Helen
My taxi on Saturday was absolutely gorgeous, thank you.
In all the excitement I don't recall thanking Bill personally
for driving me and my folks to Pembroke Lodge,
so please do pass on my thanks to him.
Many thanks for the excellent service.
Kind regards,Olwen."
Olwen Grace - Bride
Pembroke Lodge, Richmond Park, Surrey
Classic black Fairway
September 2010
"Dear Helen,
I would like to thank you for the wonderful service
provided by your company for my sister’s wedding.
The cab and driver were magnificent, and you have
been beyond praise in organising things and bearing
with me for all the changes to the initial request.
Once again, my thanks to you and everyone
else involved, the service has been phenomenal!
Gratefully yours, Victor"
Victor Buchman - Brother of the Bride
Fulham and Chelsea, London
Classic black Fairway
August 2010
"Dear Helen and all at City of London Black Taxis,
A big thank you from my new wife and I.
We all really loved the cars - they really looked fantastic.
The drivers were exceptional.My wife was really happy with how they
put her at ease and helped to make the day go smoothly.
Thankyou to you Helen for making the organising
and booking an easy and pleasurable experience.
Thank you all once again for being absolutely perfect. "
Pippa & Oliver Hedgman - Bride & Groom
Barbican, City of London
Two classic black Fairways
August 2010
"Out of the 2 weddings we planned, (in London & Australia),
not another supplier came close to delivering the level of service
and professionalism of you both.
We really were so impressed with your planning,
your communication and your price. Few other
companies offer a one hour service and yours met
our needs without compromising on standard.
Helen, your meticulous emails in the planning stages meant our questions were
answered before we'd even thought of them and the detail of coordinating the
flowers to my bouquet for a short trip was a thoughtful touch.
Dean, you were a pleasure to be around. As a nervous
bride your calm and friendly demeanour was extremely
welcome and I know my family were very impressed
with you on their journey to the venue too.
Once again, thank you. We really can't recommend you any more highly to anyone looking for perfect transport for their big day.
All best wishes, Gail and Eben",
Gail & Eben Peart - Bride & Groom
The Trafalgar Tavern, Greenwich, London
Classic black Fairway
May 2010
CONTACT US
For all vintage taxi carriages (Austin FX3, Beardmores and Austin 6 Low Loaders)
- specific availability would need to be advised prior to booking.
Our dedicated staff will be happy to discuss any aspect of our services.
Should you have any queries it would be a pleasure to hear from you.
Please do not hesitate to call on 0207 736 9958
Email: enquiries@cityoflondonblacktaxis.co.uk
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