Boxall History
Boxall Taxis has a long and successful history; established over a 120 years ago. Boxall Taxis is the longest running taxi company in Hitchin started by Edward Boxall when took over the Red lion pub in Bucklesbury in 1902.
Edward Boxall was a successful Coachman when he decided to start his own business hiring out carriages from the stabling behind the pub. After 28 years of business rapidly growing and flourishing Edward passed away in 1930 and was succeeded by his three sons, Arthur, Charlie and Bill.
The inventory transitioned from horse and carriage to a car collectors dream. In 1930 this included a 1919 Studebaker; a 1912 Minerva; a 1912 Itala; 1925 Fiats and the popular English car, the 1921 Austin.
The famous Boxall Taxis face in the 1950’s was Bill who tragically passed by being electrocuted while mending a bathroom water heater in 1958. Bill was succeeded by his son Kenneth.
Kenneth pioneered the company through the 1960’s, 1970’s and early 1980’s by being the first company to introduce radio communication across the fleet in 1965, upgrading the fleet to Mercedes and Peugeots as well as a booking office at Hitchin Station.
Kenneth and Barbara then sold the company and Boxall Taxis name in 1983, leaving a rich and impressive history to take retirement.
We are pleased to confirm that Boxall Taxis Ltd have significantly expanded operations and now cover whole of North Hertfordshire. We boast over 50 vehicles in our fleet including standard saloons, estate cars, disabled access vehicles, minibuses, and executive cars. Our fully staffed call centre is open 24/7, covering the Hitchin, Letchworth, Baldock and all surrounding villages.
