East Durham Community Transport (EDCT) was formed in 1989 when it was identified that there was a lack of transport provision within the youth service.  We ran from Blackhall Youth Club with a donated minibus and a handful of volunteers.  From there, with the hard work and dedication from the voluntary Management Committee, we grew over the next few years until funding was secured to purchase 3 new vehicles and employ full-time staff in 1998.   Since that time the organisation has grown into a vital resource within the community of East Durham and is well known and well respected. We have attracted major funding from The Countryside Agency, The Lottery, The Coalfields Regeneration Trust, Single Regeneration Budget, Neighbourhood Renewal Fund, Transition Fund, European Regeneration Development Fund as well as smaller amounts from Hadrian’s Trust, Pathfinders, The County Durham Foundation, Castle Dene Shopping Centre – the list goes on.  We are a community led project, existing to better our community and help our residents access activities, amenities and live an enjoyable life.  We pride ourselves on being very flexible, friendly and our staff go out of their way to meet your needs.  We have a small staff team of 3, our Operations Manager is very knowledgeable having working for EDCT for nearly 30 years and can help plan your routes and give fixed prices for any trips you wish to book and our drivers have lots of experience and they are well loved by all the passengers.

 

Our Services

We run a non-profit, non-commercial Charity and membership can be taken out by voluntary and non profits, statutory groups and voluntary organisations who are based in the old Easington District area.  Youth groups, lunch clubs, sports groups etc can access our services as well as our much used Travel Club which offers lovely days out.

   A message from the Chair, Christine Hepple

Our staff, board and volunteers are dedicated and passionate in our roles and we all believe in the good work that is carried out in our community and that by providing an excellent transport service this good work can be achieved.

Social isolation is tackled, young people can engage in positive activities, people can access leisure and shopping facilities and groups can achieve their aims and objectives.

Everyone at EDCT is committed to ensuring our organisation runs to a high standard in order to continue providing this essential service for many more years to come.  

Privacy Policy - you can find our privacy policy here.  /files/EDCT%20Privacy%20Policy%202018.docx

 

Please don't get us confused with East Durham Taxies - they are a private hire company and not part of our organisation.   We are not attached to the second hand furniture store, called CT, in Peterlee either - this is operated by Newcastle community transport and is not connected with our Charity.

 

Please contact them both directly for any private hire bookings - we only provide transport to our member groups.

 

KNS SPONSORSHIP

KNS Automotive in Peterlee have very kindly sponsored us yet again this year bringing in a much needed cash boost even increasing the amount which is a massive help to us..  They recognise the good work we do in our community and support our Charity wholeheartedly especially in these unprecedented times.  We can't thank John Robson and team enough for his amazing support and the increase in funds he has kindly given us this year.  They are a very well established business and supply all types or car parts and supplies.  They are a great bunch of lads (and lasses) who go out of their way to help with advice and very competitive prices.  Give them a ring on 0191 5868877 or visit them at their premises on the South West Industrial Estate or online www.knsautomotive.com or visit their ebay shop at  http://www.ebay.co.uk/str/knsautomotivesho

 

 

If you would like to make a donation to our Charity  please contact us.  It is with your support that we will be able to continue our services and offer you the transport you need.  Thank You.