12th February 2026
Metrocentre lines up free family-friendly fun for February half-term
Founded in 1958 by Colin and Audrey Shanks, Blueline Taxis started as a family-run venture with a bold vision to improve urban transportation in the region.
Now into its third generation of family leadership, with over 65 years in the industry, Blueline Taxis has evolved into an award-winning business, recognised with accolades such as the National Lifetime Achievement Award for commitment to the Private Hire and Taxi industry.
Championing safety regulations and legislative reform, Blueline has consistently been at the forefront of industry advocacy, both regionally and nationally. Today, Blueline proudly stands as the only taxi firm licensed by every local authority in the North East, seamlessly blending local heritage and family values with global tech innovation.
New for 2026: Bell and Shanks – A British Chauffeur House
For generations, their highest-end work has happened quietly, trusted by private clients and global businesses as we’ve moved through the world by their side. Bell & Shanks is the moment they bring that work into focus. Private chauffeurs, delivering calm assurance, across the United Kingdom, Europe, and the Gulf.
Their standard has been shaped by over seven decades of craft, operating at the highest level of corporate, sporting and cultural environments. Now, that legacy lives within a brand built solely for this purpose. Designed for those who understand that how you arrive changes everything.
