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Established 1973
British Association
of Removers
Eco Friendly
Moves
Moves Made Easy
Armishaws have 40 years of experience to give you a worry-free relocation.
All our packages include…
- Removal Coordinator
A dedicated Removal Coordinator will be assigned to your move. - Mileage
Your quote will include mileage to ensure there are no hidden costs. - Cover for Goods in Transit
We offer restricted liability as standard, further options are available. - Carbon Footprint Offsetting
We’re planting over 2,000 trees to offset our carbon emissions. - Trained, Uniformed Staff
All Armishaws’ crew members are background checked and carry photo ID. - Recycled Materials
Our crews use recycled and recyclable materials wherever possible. - Covers & Blankets
White goods and furniture are protected with slot-on, padded covers. - Carpet Runners
Full floor protection is also available at both locations (fees may apply). - Used Box Recycling Service
Flat, used boxes can be collected (location dependent, fees may apply). - Robe Cartons
Your clothes will travel in style with specialist boxes for hanging garments. - Storage Options
Short and long term storage, with collection and delivery also available (fees may apply). - Biodegradable Mattress Bags
These sealable bags are only used once, then recycled.
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Why choose Armishaws for your move...
Established in 1973, Armishaws are a family run company based here in the South West. We believe in greener removals, we’re planting 2,000 trees in the region to offset the carbon emissions of your move. We’re members of the British Association of Removers and operate to the highest standards of customer care and financial security. All our crews are trained to ensure you receive the best customer service, so you can rest assured that your possessions are well cared for in transit and in storage. With our high Trustpilot rating and reviews from so many happy customers, you can be sure that with Armishaws your move is in good hands.
Greener Moves
As part of our commitment to reducing the impact of our removals on the environment…
2,000 Trees
We’re planting 2,000 trees to help offset carbon emissions and create vital habitat for wildlife.
Box Recycling Service
We collect your boxes to re-use or recycle, giving you one less thing to worry about (dependent on location, fees may apply).
Recycled Boxes
All our boxes and soft packaging are made from recycled and recyclable materials to protect your belongs and the environment.
Greener Vehicles
Our teams drive greener vehicles and all our drivers go through driver efficiency training to reduce the amount of fuel used.
Acid Free Wrapping
We use acid free tissue paper which is not only better for the environment, acid free paper is also far better for your items.
Biodegradable Mattress Bags
We use sealable bags to help protect your mattresses while in transit, each bag is used only once before being recycled.
Make your move greener
with Armishaws.
Optional Services
Packing Services
Complete packing services from single items to entire contents.
Storage
Short and long term secured storage, we’ll deliver your items.
Packing Boxes
Environmentally friendly packing materials, brought to your door.
Staying Local?
Armishaws provide international, national and local relocation services and packages including storage and packing services to areas such as;
- Bradwell Grove
- Westwell
- Worsham
- Minster Lovell
- Caterton
- Wychwood
- Witney
- Brize Norton
- Aldsworth
- Leafielf
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Burford – 6 Quirky Facts
- Name Game
Burford’s name is a fairly easy one for historians. The Anglo-Saxon term burgh meant a defended settlement. A ford was a crossing point. So, Burford was a settlement that defended a river crossing.Alfred the Great created a series of burghs across Wessex as a means of defence against the Vikings who controlled the north and also the neighbouring kingdom of Mercia. Burford sits close to the Wessex/Mercian border and would have been of huge strategic importance. - Early Days
Burford pre-dates Alfred’s major burgh building plans. In fact, the town was visited by his predecessors, King Ethelred, King Berthwald and King Cuthred. The later fought a battle against Mercian invaders who wanted to take the rich Kingdom of Wessex as their own. Cuthred won and the Mercians were sent packing. - Dragons
The Battle of Burford left a lasting link with dragons. The Anglo-Saxon Chronicle records in AD 752 “… in Saxon Beorgford (Burford), where Cuthred, king of the West Saxons… met him (King Æthelbald) in the open field with an army and beat him, taking his standard, which was a portraiture of a golden dragon.” During the 16th century it became customary to build a dragon which was then carried through the town to Battle Edge (the site of the battle), to commemorate the Saxon victory. - Domesday
By the time of the Domesday book (1086), Burford was still a relatively small settlement, however it was important enough to have been included in William the Conqueror’s record of taxation. At the time Burford consisted of 22 villagers, 18 smallholders, 3 slaves, 20 plough lands, 25 acres of meadow, pasture land, 2 mills and had an annual value of 13 pounds. - The Levellers
On May 14th 1649 during the English Civil War a group of 340 ‘levellers’ arrived in Burford. Just as Parliament opposed the tyrannical rule of kings, the levellers were common men who having joined the Parliamentarian army, soon realised that taking power from the king and handing it to rich lords did very little for commonfolk. They wanted a ‘level’ England and soon started their own movement. Burford levellers had deserted the army in Salisbury and were on their way to meet other, similarly minded rebels. Cromwell (not exactly known for his kind and understanding nature… He banned Christmas!!) assured them they would not be harmed, then attacked them at night, killing several before locking the survivors in the church and hanging three of them as an example. The church has bullet holes as a scar of the incident, and the font bears the graffiti “Anthony Sedley 1649 Prisner”. - Levellers Day
As a reminder of the past, on the second week of May a festival takes place as a reminder of the massacre and of the need for social change for civil rights and attracts a largely socialist crowd. Previous attendees have included Tony Benn and Billy Bragg. Today the festival is less political and sees a procession (with historical costumes), fun fair, live music, stalls and occasional speakers.
Burford Removals – Local Information
Schools – You can view Ofsted reports here for Burford’s primary and secondary school.
Population – In 2011 (YouGov census) Burford’s population had reached 1,422.
Transport – On the edge of the Cotswolds, Burford sits on the A40 between Oxford (34 minutes) and Cheltenham (36 minutes). There is no rail station but there is a local bus service.
News – Burford Bridge is a monthly, locally based magazine available online and in print.
Best of Burford
Here’s a few of our favourites;
Burford Garden Co
It’s not just a new home, your new garden might be in need of a makeover. This is not your average garden centre, packed full of stand out pieces, plus tools, gifts and more.
Shilton Road, OX18 4PA
Burford Antiques
This family run business has a huge warehouse with traditional, vintage and occasionally quirky finds to help transform every room. A superb place to browse (and buy!).
Cheltenham Rd, OX18 4JA
Burford Woodcraft
Designing and crafting beautiful unique designs, from furniture to gifts, toys to jewellery, Burford Woodcraft showcase original British craftsmanship and items that are a little bit special.
Go Visit! – 144 High Street, OX18 4QU
Burford Farm Shop
The home of WJ Castle Butchers who have been serving the community for over 100 years, they champion delicious, locally grown meat, produce and sundries.
111 High Street, OX18 4RG
Burford Sweet Shop
Over 200 different types of sweets, locally handmade chocolates, fudge, fun gifts, this amazing shop stocks all your childhood favourites. For instant smiles on faces, just add Burford Sweet Shop.
1 Christmas Court, 94 High Street, OX18 4QF
About Burford
Sitting on the edge of the Cotswolds, Burford is steeped in some amazing history, much of which is still visible today (visit the church to see bullet holes and 16th century graffiti by democratic revolutionaries!). It also a very good spot for those that shun big high street names in favour of supporting their local businesses. Small but perfectly formed, there is good architecture, welcoming pubs and a nice village feel.
Leisure
History buffs will find plenty to explore with a museum and a number of historically significant sites, while nature lovers really are spoilt with the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty right on the doorstep. Anyone who loves playing a round can visit Witney Golf Centre.
Transport
Slightly off the beaten track, Burford is spared the problems of huge volumes of heavy traffic. The A40 is the largest route and connects Oxford (34 minutes by car) and Cheltenham (36 minutes). Oxford is the location of the closest international airport. Burford doesn’t have a train station but there is a local bus service.
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