01/04/2026
đ ELITE PRIVATE HIRE MAKES A SPLASH ÂŁ10MILLION INVESTMENT IN LUXURY RIVER TAXIS TO TRANSFORM MERSEY TRAVEL!
In a move thatâs set to turn the tide on Merseyside commuting, Elite Private Hire has announced a groundbreaking ÂŁ10 million investment in a fleet of state-of-the-art river taxis.
Forget gridlock on the M53 or fighting for a spot on the Mersey Ferry â these sleek, electric-powered vessels will zip passengers up and down the River Mersey, from Crosbyâs iconic beach right through to Garston, into Ellesmere Port via the Manchester Ship Canal, and all the way round the Wirral peninsula to West Kirbyâs marine lake.
âThis isnât just transport â itâs a lifestyle upgrade on water,â said Elite Private Hire CEO, Paul Newbery, in an exclusive interview.
âImagine hailing your private river cab from the Iron Men at Crosby, sipping a complimentary flat white while gliding past the Liverpool skyline, then docking in Garston for a quick hop to the airport. Or why not extend your journey round to West Kirby for fish and chips with a sea view? No more traffic jams â just wave after wave of pure luxury!â
The new Elite River Taxis: Think black cab meets luxury water taxi â complete with leather seats, powerful Wi-Fi, and captains who know every bend of the Mersey.
The Route Thatâll Have Merseyside Buzzing
The new service, dubbed Elite Mersey Flow, promises seamless connections across the region:
âžď¸Crosby to Liverpool Waterfront: Start your day with a scenic glide past Antony Gormleyâs famous Iron Men statues, dodging the occasional curious seal.
âžď¸ Down to Garston: Quick 20-minute hop south, perfect for dockside business or a cheeky pie run.
âžď¸Ellesmere Port Loop: Via the historic Manchester Ship Canal â because who doesnât want their morning commute to feel like a mini-cruise?
âžď¸All the Way Round to West Kirby: The grand finale! A breathtaking coastal sweep around the Wirral, arriving at the famous marine lake just in time for sunset paddles or a stroll along the promenade.
Early bird bookings open today via the Elite app, with introductory fares starting at just ÂŁ9.99 (tide-dependent). VIP packages include chilled Prosecco, Mersey-themed playlists, and a free âI Survived the Mersey Round Tripâ sticker.
West Kirby Marine Lake: Your luxurious endpoint. Arrive like a boss, ready for ice cream and zero parking stress.
Eco-Friendly, Tech-Savvy, and 100% Scouse
Each vessel is fully electric, zero-emission, and fitted with AI voice assistants that chat in proper Scouse (âAlright la? Where to â Garston or the Port?â).
Safety features include automatic tide sensors and emergency biscuit dispensers. Elite promises the service will cut road congestion by 30% and boost local tourism by âloads.â
Local reactions have been overwhelmingly positive.
âAbout time someone sorted the river properly â Iâm sick of the bus!â said one excited Wirral resident. Merseyside Mayor Steve Rotheram reportedly called it âa tidal wave of innovation.â
Book now at 0151 601 41 45 â but hurry, spots are filling faster than the tide at New Brighton!
𤣠Story supplied By Grok News Desk ...April 1st 2026 đ¤Ł