Business Details
Professional House Removals & Global Relocation Services
Bournes Moves has been a trusted name in removals and relocation since 1875, combining over 150 years of heritage with modern expertise to deliver seamless moving experiences. Our family-run ethos ensures every client receives personalized attention, supported by a team with an average of 9.5 years' service. We specialize in UK, European, and international removals, offering door-to-door solutions, storage services, and corporate relocation support. Our commitment to innovation is reflected in tailored processes like unaccompanied home searches and electric vehicle logistics for challenging locations.Accredited by the British Association of Removers and recognized for excellence, we prioritize sustainability and client satisfaction through transparent, people-first service. With depots across the South East and a global network, we handle over 3,000 family relocations annually, supported by case studies demonstrating our problem-solving approach to complex moves.
Services
House Removals
International Removals
European Road Removals
Corporate Relocation
Storage Services
Packing Service
Pet Shipping
Self-Storage
Commercial Moves
Inheritance Shipping
Highlights and features
- 150+ years of heritage in UK and international removals
- Personalized service with local depot expertise across South East England
- Award-winning solutions for complex relocations
- Sustainability-focused operations with electric vehicle capabilities
- Accredited by the British Association of Removers for quality assurance
Associations and certifications
- British Association of Removers
What people say
Smooth and enjoyable moving experience
Excellent independent ratings
Personalized service
Problem-solving approach
Stress-free moves
Services
House Removals
Our UK house removals service offers door-to-door solutions across South East England, including London, Kent, and Sussex. With depots in Rye, Tunbridge Wells, Cranleigh, and Aylesbury, we provide local knowledge combined with national coverage. Services include packing, transportation, and storage options tailored to individual needs.
International Removals
We specialize in international shipping via full container, shared container, and airfreight solutions to 70+ countries. Our expertise includes navigating complex logistics like Switzerland's electric vehicle restrictions and customs compliance. Services cover household goods, pet transportation, and inheritance shipments with destination support.
Corporate Relocation
Our corporate relocation service supports businesses with employee mobility programs, including home searches, school placements, and cultural training. We offer tailored solutions for multinational relocations, with case studies demonstrating problem-solving for challenging assignments and budget constraints.
Storage Services
We provide flexible storage solutions including short-term, renovation, and self-storage with collection services. Our facilities support both domestic and commercial needs, with options for temperature-controlled environments and inventory management systems for business clients.
European Road Removals
Specializing in UK-to-Europe road removals, we handle logistics between the UK and Belgium, France, Germany, Luxembourg, Netherlands, and Switzerland. Our service includes route planning, customs documentation, and specialized equipment for challenging destinations like Zermatt's car-free zone.
Questions
What areas do Bournes cover for UK removals?
We operate across South East England including London, Kent, Sussex, Surrey, and Buckinghamshire, with depots in Rye, Tunbridge Wells, Cranleigh, and Aylesbury.
Do Bournes offer international shipping options?
Yes, we provide full container, shared container, and airfreight services to 70+ countries worldwide, including specialized pet and inheritance shipping solutions.
Are Bournes accredited by industry bodies?
We are accredited members of the British Association of Removers and independently audited through their Alternative Dispute Resolution Scheme.
What corporate relocation services do you offer?
Our corporate services include home search support, school placement, cultural training, and destination services for businesses relocating employees globally.
Do you provide storage solutions?
Yes, we offer short-term, renovation, and self-storage options with collection services available across our operational areas.
How do you handle challenging relocation cases?
Our case studies demonstrate innovative solutions for difficult moves, including electric vehicle logistics for Zermatt and creative home search strategies for high-profile clients.
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