Off road vehicle recovery
For a vehicle stuck away from a paved road, explain the ground, access and surrounding hazards before a recovery approach is agreed.
Off road vehicle recovery: assessing terrain and access
What needs checking
Ground firmness, slope, vehicle position, landowner permission and available access for equipment require assessment.
Collection and handover
The operator establishes whether the job is within available capability and plans suitable equipment and positioning.
Useful details for your call
Give an accurate location, terrain description, vehicle weight and access permission.
Off road vehicle recovery: questions and answers
Can every stuck vehicle be reached?
No. Ground conditions and safe equipment access can limit recovery or require a specialist plan.
Should I keep driving to get free?
Further attempts can worsen the position or damage the vehicle. Describe the situation and obtain professional advice.
What affects the quotation for off road vehicle recovery?
Terrain, access, equipment, time on site and onward transport affect the quotation. A quotation should confirm the agreed collection, loading and transport scope before work is arranged.
Off road vehicle recovery across the UK
Choose from 1,211 population-ranked areas. Give your precise collection point when you call.
1211 areas. All links are available below.
East Midlands 99 areas
East of England 117 areas
London 101 areas
North East 54 areas
North West 155 areas
Northern Ireland 30 areas
Scotland 113 areas
South East 188 areas
South West 106 areas
Wales 62 areas
West Midlands 80 areas
Yorkshire and The Humber 106 areas
Discuss your recovery
Call 0800 111 6480 with the vehicle, collection and destination details. Confirm the suitable equipment, availability and quotation before collection is arranged.