CH_ca Posted May 7, 2017 #1 Share Posted May 7, 2017 Just wondering what the tipping practice is for private hire transfers like Smith's and similar companies? We've obtained fixed rate quotes for transfers between London and Southampton from some of these companies. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gourmet Gal Posted May 16, 2017 #2 Share Posted May 16, 2017 I would be interested in some advice on this topic as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrivesLikeMario Posted May 16, 2017 #3 Share Posted May 16, 2017 (edited) Tip whatever you're comfortable with but they prefer tips in GBP cash IME. Edited May 16, 2017 by DrivesLikeMario Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alaskanb Posted May 16, 2017 #4 Share Posted May 16, 2017 We've always tipped 20-30% in GBP (cash). They must love you! https://www.tripsavvy.com/when-is-tipping-expected-1662410 https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Travel-g186216-s606/United-Kingdom:Tipping.And.Etiquette.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrJ Berkshire Posted May 16, 2017 #5 Share Posted May 16, 2017 Tipping at 20% or above is absurd. In Britain tipping on top of a fixed pre-paid or agreed fee would not be expected except for something exceptional, you do not tip for just doing your job. All British drivers are fully paid a salary and do not rely on a tip to cover costs. Even in London in a black cab simply rounding up is enough. I used cabs yesterday where the fare was a whole pound amount and no tip was expected or offered. The only time tips are found is where an American accent is heard , which creates an expectation of silly tipping. They see and hear you coming!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LondonTowner Posted May 16, 2017 #6 Share Posted May 16, 2017 From London to Southampton in a pre booked car I would leave GBP5 and no more, but it's not necessary. 20-30% is just insane. The recipient must have thought all their birthdays had come at once. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marylizcat Posted May 17, 2017 #7 Share Posted May 17, 2017 We usually give mini-cab drivers ten per cent as a tip, unless there have been problems. Some British people always tip taxi drivers, some don't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kerryincork Posted May 19, 2017 #8 Share Posted May 19, 2017 Tip is not required. I'm from Ireland & I would never tip a driver. Sent from my SM-N910F using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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