Doree Bonner

If you’re in the UK, you’ll be looking for removal companies rather than “moving companies”. Here’s a solid list of reputable, widely used options depending on your budget and needs.

🏆 Full-Service & Premium Removal Companies

These are the “big names” and are best for larger homes, fragile items, and end-to-end management.

• Pickfords
  One of the oldest and most trusted names in UK removals. They handle domestic, commercial, and international moves. You’ll get a dedicated surveyor and crew. Great if you want minimal stress.

• Britannia Movers
  Part of the Britannia global network but with a strong UK presence. They offer full packing, storage, and transport. Good for family homes and long-distance moves.

• Bishops Move
  National coverage with local teams. They’re well known for both household moves and corporate relocation. They also do overseas shipping if needed.

• Cadogan Tate
  Premium service, especially good for high-value, fragile, or antiques. Excellent packing standards, but you pay a bit more. Great for London moves and high-end homes.

• Doree Bonner
  Part of the same group as Pickfords, they’ve been around for over 100 years. Good balance of reliability and price for a full-service move.

✅ Look for companies that are members of the British Association of Removers (BAR) – it gives you financial protection and quality standards.

💷 Mid-Range / Best Value National Removers

These are widely used, usually cheaper than the premium firms, and still offer decent service.

• AnyVan
  Very popular in the UK. You get instant quotes online. It’s essentially a marketplace of vetted drivers, but you can choose a full “man with van” service or just transport. Good for smaller moves, furniture deliveries, or a couple of boxes.

• Shiply
  Not a removal company – it’s a reverse auction site. You post your move, and vetted local hauliers/removal firms bid for the job. Great if you want cheap options, but check reviews and be clear about exact requirements.

• Compare My Move
  Again, not a mover. You fill in one form and up to 6 vetted UK removal firms get in touch. Useful for getting multiple quotes quickly.

• Verhuizingen.nl / Removals.co.uk-type national brokers
  Many people use UK-based comparison brokers that match you with local BAR-approved removers. Often cheaper than Pickfords but with decent coverage.

🚐 “Man with a Van” / Smaller Local Moves

For one-bedroom flats or moving a few items, local independent firms are often the best value.

• AnyVan is by far the most commonly used for this.
• Search for BAR-approved local removers in your area – e.g. “BAR removals [your town]”. They’re safer than Gumtree randoms.

🌍 International Moves

If moving abroad from the UK, these are commonly used:

• Pickfords / Britannia / Bishops Move – all handle international shipping.
• Seven Seas Worldwide – very popular for overseas removals and shipping boxes.
• Excess Baggage Company – good for air freight and sending excess luggage if not a full house move.

⚠️ Quick Tips

• Always get at least 3 quotes – ideally in-person/video surveys for larger homes.
• Check Trustpilot and Google Reviews, not just the company’s own website.
• Confirm whether the quote includes packing materials, dismantling furniture, and parking permits – these can add costs.
• Insurance is essential – make sure the movers offer transit insurance or you arrange your own.

My personal shortlist for most people in the UK:
👑 Pickfords if you want zero stress.
💷 AnyVan for cheap, simple moves.
🤝 Use BAR-approved local firms for the best middle-ground value.