Shaws of Durham
Winner 2026
Coach Company of the Year,North East 2026
Announced 23 June 2026.
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Who they are
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Shaws of Durham is a family run coach hire company based in County Durham. The business offers affordable travel throughout the UK and Europe for private clients, corporate events, race days, football fan away days and school contracts. Its drivers are described as local, experienced and trustworthy. The company promotes competitive rates and flexible coach hire for a wide range of events.
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Written after the result, from a conversation with the business.
Family-run transport provider Shaws of Durham has been named Coach Company of the Year at the North East 2026 Local Awards , recognising a trusted local business that has built its reputation on safe journeys, reliable service and genuine…
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