Leicester is a busy East Midlands hub with a rich cultural landscape, from the historic Leicester Guildhall and Jewry Wall to the vibrant Highcross shopping district. Whether you rely on your vehicle for commuting to work, running daily family errands, or taking trips out to Bradgate Park, being left without transport due to an unexpected breakdown, accident, or lengthy garage repair can disrupt your schedule completely.
Senior Car and Van Hire offers a fast, reliable solution with our flexible replacement car hire in Leicester. We provide a broad selection of modern, clean, and well-maintained vehicles to keep you moving while your own car is off the road. With short-term and open-ended hire options available, you can seamlessly maintain your routine without any unnecessary stress or long term commitments.
Serving Leicester and the surrounding Leicestershire area for more than 30 years, Senior Car and Van Hire has built a solid reputation for dependable temporary vehicle solutions. As an independent local business, we take pride in offering friendly, individual support to every driver, ensuring you get back behind the wheel safely and without delay.
We are proud licensees of the United Rental Group, connecting us with a nationwide network of over 400 independent hire operators. This membership requires us to maintain uncompromising safety standards, passing a rigorous 14 point pre entry criteria alongside ongoing mystery shopping and quality assessments. When you choose us for your replacement vehicle, you receive guaranteed professionalism and complete peace of mind.
So nice to deal with an independent business. I was treated like a proper customer, not 'just another booking'. I felt confident renting a car from Senior that there wouldn't be silly attitudes about trivial scratches, etc., perhaps trivial things that I hadn't noticed upon the initial inspection. That is so nice: makes you feel much more comfortable driving the car away. Nice little car: perfect for the short jrny that I needed to do that day. Many thanks to Tom & David, & to the business owner, Paul for their friendly & efficient service.
Justin
We have used Seniors on a number of occasions over the last three years. The service is always excellent and Tom has always been very quick to reply to emails and messages . There is a good range of vechiles and they are always clean and tidy and in a good condition. All the staff are helpful and friendly and we would recommend using Seniors, a great local business for excellent service and reliability.
Joanne
I have used Senior Self Drive for many Years, they have always been very helpful and placed trust on me hiring a vehicle, this weekend we hired a Luton van for house moving, this was brand new, now that's trust, many thanks to all the team at senior Self Drive,
Graham
Excellent service from the team, Tom did a sterling job at short notice for a weeks hire throughout Europe. Brand new van, no effort required from our part, and all within budget. First class.
David
1st class customer service. Tom and David couldn't have been more helpful when I needed to hire a car at short notice. I received a call back almost immediately following my enquiry just before a bank holiday and was sorted in minutes. I also had to extend the rental twice and request an additional driver be added - again all effortless. The car was also spot on too. Highly recommend.
Jon
We bought one of the ex-rental minibuses from Senior Cars instead of hiring as specific transport for a large family skiing holiday in the French Alps. The whole buying experience was absolutely 1st class. The vehicle had been immaculately maintained in their own workshops and this was a major factor in our decision to buy from them. Pleased to say that 6 months on, the bus has proved to be superb. Would definitely recommend Senior on the basis of our experience!
Simon
We hired a large Luton van from the Oadby branch of Freeway this weekend. We had a nightmare house move and my husband lost the van keys. I was really stressed and worried, but Simone could not have been kinder or more reassuring. She allowed us to collect a spare key and said they’d allow us a few days to find the key before we’d be charged for its loss. Really excellent customer care at a very challenging time. Fortunately we found the key, but had a beg another favour when my husband had returned the van, only to find he then needed it again later that day! Again, Simone helped us in our hour of need. The staff at the Oadby store are exceptionally helpful, warm and kind. We will always be grateful and cannot recommend them highly enough.
Victoria
I had to use Senior twice in a week, both times the vehicle was clean and in excellent condition, the staff were both knowledgeable and friendly, I am happy to recommend them.
Andy
Securing your replacement hire car in Leicester is quick and straightforward with Senior Car and Van Hire. You can easily view our fleet and reserve your preferred model directly through our website, or visit our local Oadby branch to discuss your specific requirements with our experienced team. We are always on hand to help tailor a hire arrangement that fits your timeline and insurance needs.
Located conveniently in Oadby, our Leicester branch provides hassle-free vehicle collection and return. Once you pick up your car, you have immediate access to key regional routes including the A6, A47, and the M1 motorway. This ensures smooth travel whether you are staying within the city or heading further afield to Nottingham, Birmingham, or London.
Unit 1 Riverside Place, Riverside Industrial Estate
Market Harborough
Leicestershire
LE16 7PT
Senior Self Drive and Senior Car & Van Hire are trading names of Len Senior Cars Limited.
Registered in England & Wales. Registered Company No.: 01625927.
Registered Company Address: 41 The Green, Great Bowden, Market Harborough, Leicestershire, LE16 7EU