UK’s Largest Independent Nationwide Breakdown & Recovery Specialist, Since 1966

24 Hour Call Service 03333 247 000

Core Services

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Our Philosophy & Promise

For almost 60 years we have been committed to our philosophy to always say ‘yes’ to our customers.

Exceptional Quality

With nearly 60 years experience catering for car/commercial vehicle breakdowns, we believe that our industry lives or dies on customer & satisfaction.

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24 Hour Customer Service

Our Potters Bar-based control room operates a 24 hour call handling service, meaning you can reach us at all hours and any problems/queries.

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Rapid Response

With a large network of over 150 vehicles, this means we are able to reach you FAST with an average ETA of 60-90 minutes.

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UK Coverage

On top of our team being able to reach you fast & with the correct equipment, you can rest assure that we can reach you ANYWHERE in the UK.

About Us
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Testimonials

★★★★★

“Wow a company that genuinely cares about the level of service it offers, managing my expectation to a T. I experienced a superb level of communication before, during and after from a gentleman called Mr Matt Paxton.

Thanks again Mr Paxton for your superb level of customer service. My only regret is that he's not on my team. Highly recommended”

- MARK OSBORN

★★★★★

“Breakdown busy Friday evening pickup. Bit of an awkward situation. Their recovery driver Adam was just Tops. A "Can Do Man". 5 stars for the can do service he provided”

- JOHN BENT

★★★★★

“I feel a bit bad that I didn't catch the guy's name, but we were picked up very quickly on the side of the road. Top bloke, very friendly and efficient. Gave us a lift home and even re-parked the car for us. I can only recommend these guys”

- MATT WELLAND

★★★★★

“I found Lantern’s customer service and all round business fantastic. Extremely helpful and understanding. And unlike other recovery companies didn't keep me hanging by the side of the road for hours. 5 star service”

- RAY RICCOBENA

What Our Customers Think

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