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SmartBookings UK Booking System
Equipment & Daily Hire Solutions

Trailer & Horsebox Hire Online Booking System UK

Engineered for UK horsebox and commercial trailer rental businesses. Automate daily and weekend hires, capture DVLA driving licence details, collect damage deposit pre-authorisations, and manage towing availability with zero commission.

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Key System Facts & Overview (At a Glance)

Commission Rate:
0% Booking Commission (Keep 100% of Revenue)
Monthly Pricing Structure:
Flat subscriptions: £15 (100 bookings) • £35 (500 bookings) • £65 (Unlimited)
Core Trailer & Horsebox Hire Booking System UK | Towing Rental Software Capabilities:
Automated UK postcode lookup, radial delivery mileage tiers, damage deposit pre-authorisations, and equipment turnaround buffers.
💳 Direct Integrations: Stripe, Square, DOJO, SumUp, WorldPay, Clover & 12+ UK gateways
🇬🇧 100% UK Hosted & Supported (Contact Us)

Why SmartBookings is the Answer for UK Horsebox & Trailer Hire

Renting out valuable horseboxes, plant trailers, and car transporters requires strict compliance around driver licensing, towing capacities, security deposits, and handover times. SmartBookings streamlines your paperwork and bookings into a secure, mobile-friendly online portal.

Built for UK Towing & Trailer Operators

  • DVLA Licence & Check Code Capture: Hirers can input their UK driving licence number, National Insurance check code, and utility bills online before collection, ensuring legal compliance and rapid pickup.
  • Towing Weight & Towbar Compatibility Disclaimers: Prompt hirers to confirm their vehicle’s braked towing capacity and towball specification prior to payment.
  • Damage Deposit Pre-Authorisations: Hold security deposits securely on the customer's credit or debit card through your connected UK payment provider without charging their account unless damage occurs.
  • Collection & Return Time Slots: Prevent yard congestion by allocating timed morning collection and evening return slots with automatic turnaround buffer periods.
  • 0% Commission — Flat Rates from £15/Month: Stop losing revenue to booking agencies. SmartBookings connects to your merchant account with zero commission on your trailer earnings.
Related Topics & Keywords: # horsebox hire booking system # trailer rental software uk # plant trailer booking app # car transporter hire diary # dvla driving licence checks # zero commission rental portal
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UK Operator FAQs & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Clear, factual answers to help you evaluate and scale with SmartBookings.

Can we collect DVLA driving licence details and towing entitlement proof?

Yes. Custom intake fields and file upload features allow hirers to submit driving licence numbers, check codes, and proof of address online prior to collection.

How are damage deposits and security holds processed?

You can pre-authorise or collect security deposits (e.g. £200 to £500) online via Stripe, Square, or DOJO, releasing or refunding them upon safe return and inspection of the trailer.

Does the system handle daily, weekend, and multi-day hires?

Yes. You can offer flexible single-day rentals (e.g. 07:30 to 19:00 for show jumping or track days), full weekend packages, or multi-week commercial leases.

Can customers add hitch locks, wheel clamps, and tie-down straps as extras?

Yes. Customers can select accessory add-ons at checkout, including spare wheel kits, heavy-duty ratchet straps, and security locks.

Why choose SmartBookings for horsebox and trailer hire?

SmartBookings provides verified UK legal terms capture, automated collection/return buffers, security deposit pre-authorisations, and zero commission on your rental rates.

Have a specific question about your booking setup? Contact our UK team directly.

Need step-by-step setup guides? Browse the SmartBookings Documentation Portal ↗ with user guides for tickets, hires, and payment gateways.

Transparent & Flexible Pricing

Choose the best pricing for you

You can change your plan or leave us at any time.

Starter

Ideal for startups, solo operators and emerging businesses.

£15 Per Month
0% Commission on bookings
  • 100 bookings per month
  • 0% commission on all bookings
  • Up to 10 services or resources
  • Access to all features and integrations
  • Direct payment gateway connections (Stripe, Square, DOJO)
  • Automated booking emails & reminders
  • Standard UK support
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Most Popular

Standard

Our most popular plan for established and growing businesses.

£35 Per Month
0% Commission on bookings
  • 500 bookings per month
  • 0% commission on all bookings
  • Up to 50 services or resources
  • Access to all features and integrations
  • Direct merchant account integration
  • Customer portal & automated marketing tools
  • Standard UK support
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Ultimate

Designed for high-volume businesses and multi-service operations.

£65 Per Month
0% Commission on bookings
  • Unlimited bookings per month
  • 0% commission on all bookings
  • Unlimited services or resources
  • Access to all features and integrations
  • Priority support and feature requests
  • Full branded booking portal & website widgets
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All plans include access to all features and UK payment integrations. Zero hidden transaction markups.

18+ Direct Payment Integrations

Plug In Your Preferred Payment Provider

Direct API connections to all major UK and global payment gateways. No forced intermediaries, no extra transaction markups. Your money goes directly into your bank account.

ST
Global Leader

Stripe

Seamless online card processing, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and instant payouts.

💳 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Apple Pay, Google Pay Direct API
SQ
In-Person & Online

Square

Unified in-person card readers and online booking checkouts in one simple system.

💳 Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Apple Pay Direct API
SU
Low Cost

SumUp

Compact card readers and low transaction fees for mobile and independent operators.

💳 All major UK credit & debit cards Direct API
WO
UK Enterprise

WorldPay

The UK's largest payment processor with enterprise-grade stability and custom rates.

💳 Global & UK card networks Direct API
DO
Next-Day Settlement

DOJO

Lightning-fast next-day payouts (even on weekends) and sleek modern payment terminals.

💳 Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Mobile Wallets Direct API
OP
Trusted UK Gateway

OPAYO (formerly Sage Pay)

Industry-standard UK payment gateway with top-tier anti-fraud screening.

💳 All UK debit & credit cards Direct API
CL
POS & Online

Clover

Integrated Point of Sale hardware and online booking payment gateway.

💳 Major international cards & contactless Direct API
GL
Global Scale

Global Payments

Worldwide payment technology services for high-volume transactions.

💳 Multicurrency card processing Direct API
CY
A Visa Solution

CyberSource

Sophisticated fraud management and multi-currency payment acceptance.

💳 Worldwide credit & debit cards Direct API
CA
White-Label Gateway

Cardstream

Independent payment gateway connecting businesses to multiple merchant acquirers.

💳 All major card schemes Direct API
FI
Competitive Rates

First Payments

Bespoke UK merchant account packages designed for small and medium businesses.

💳 UK credit and debit cards Direct API
HA
Small Business

Handepay

Transparent UK merchant services with simple fee structures and no hidden charges.

💳 Contactless, chip & pin, online Direct API
RE
High Growth

Retail Merchant Services (RMS)

Tailored card payment solutions and business membership benefits.

💳 Visa, Mastercard, Maestro Direct API
OP
Omnichannel

Optomany

Next-generation payment acceptance across physical, mobile, and online channels.

💳 All major debit & credit schemes Direct API
PA
UK Card Processing

PayZone

Affordable card machines and online payment gateways across the UK.

💳 Visa, Mastercard, contactless Direct API
SA
Secure Gateway

SafePay

Bank-grade encrypted online transactions with high fraud protection.

💳 International and domestic cards Direct API
EL
Acquiring Bank

Elavon

Global merchant acquirer offering reliable, secure processing for online bookings.

💳 Global cards and regional payment methods Direct API
TA
Personalized Service

TakePayments

Dedicated UK account managers and flexible merchant agreements for local businesses.

💳 All UK debit and credit cards Direct API

Have an existing merchant account or terminal?

Keep your current rates, negotiated fees, and existing hardware. We hook straight into your setup with zero disruption. View our Payment Gateway Setup Guides ↗ for step-by-step instructions.

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