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Family Owned
Business Est 1973
British Association
of Removers
Eco Friendly
Removals
Our Guildford Removals Service Includes…
No two moves are the same, so we create a bespoke removals packages to make your relocation as smooth as possible. As standard our removals service includes;
- 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
Our team will collect your flat boxes for recycling or reuse (where available). - 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 Guildford removals...
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.
Armishaws Greener Removals
If you’re going, go green with Armishaws! 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 reduce the environmental impact of our UK removals.
Box Recycling Service
We’ll collect your used boxes which will be re-used where possible or recycled (one less thing to worry about after your move).
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.
Extra Guildford Removals 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?
We provide Guildford removals to and from the town as well as towns and villages in the local area such as:
- Ash
- Godalming
- Shalford
- Farnborough
- Camberley
- Frimley
- Aldershot
- West Clandon
- East Horsley
- Wonersh
Ask our friendly team for a free, no hassle quote today.
7 Quirky Facts About Guildford
- The Looking Glass
Lewis Coral wrote “Through the Looking Glass” while living in Guildford. - Big Ol’ Town
Despite its famous cathedral, Guildford is not actually a city. But when it grows up, it really, really wants to be a city! - Famous Faces
Famous people to have come from Guildford include; Alan Turing, PG Wodehouse, Celia Imrie and Jodie Kidd. - I Spy
007 actor Roger Moore claimed to have seen a ghost while staying in a hotel in Guildford (presumably he was shaken but not stirred). - Dragon Hill
According to local legend, a dragon once lived under West Clandon until a brave soldier (who had been condemned to death) and his dog fought and slew the dragon in return for his life. - Wooden Heart
Surrey is actually England’s most wooded county with nearly double the national average of woodland. - Surrey Seems to Be The Hardest Word
The name ‘Surrey’ comes from the Saxon word ‘Suthrige’ which means Southern settlement.
Guildford Removals – Local Information
Schools – Check out Guildford schools’ Ofsted ratings.
Population – The 2011 You.Gov census revealed Guildford has a population of 77,000 people.
Transport – Guildford has excellent transport links, the A3 (M) bisects the city and leads direct to Portsmouth, the M25 and London. Direct trains run to London Waterloo in a little as 36 minutes.
News – Guildford benefits from two quality local newspapers; Guildford Dragon and GetSurrey.
Best Of Guildford
Once you’ve unpacked the kettle and settled in it’s time to get shopping! Here are our top 5 tips for the very best of Guildford;
Best Biltong
Packed full of the flavours of South Africa, you can experience a taste explosion, find new recipes, ingredients and culinary inspiration.
Go Visit! – 6 Aldershot Road, GU2 8AF
Design Vintage
4,000 square foot of stunning design and style. If you’re looking for the perfect piece of furniture for your new home, Design Vintage is nothing short of sumptuous.
Go Visit! – Tunsgate Quarter, GU1 3QY
Corkage
You’ve done all the hard work, you’re finally in and now it’s time to reward yourself with something a suitably bubbly. This specialist store is all about making things, well… special.
Go Visit! – 60 Quarry Street, GU1 3UA
Babylon Trading
We absolute love this gem of a shop. Their cup over-floweth with funky art, cool objects, quicky baubles, it’s virtually impossible to leave without finding something to take home.
Go Visit! – White Lion Walk, GU1 3DN
Food For Thought
The friendly team at Food For Thought offer organic, fair trade, healthy food and lifestyle ideas. As well as great food they host regular food and lifestyle events.
Go Visit! – 2-6 Haydon Place, GU1 4LL
About Guildford
Guildford has an array of shops with something for everyone, some of the best designer clothes stores outside London and a pleasant shopping experience in the picturesque streets. It’s home to a cinema, two theatres, galleries, a rich selection of hotels and restaurants, a university and the iconic Guildford Cathedral. As you would expect from a town the size of Guildford, there is an extensive choice of restaurants offering a wide variety of foods.
Guildford is a perfect location for commuters, with direct trains to London taking under 40 minutes, whilst enjoying an idyllic countryside and pleasant way of life without being too far away from civilisation.
Leisure
Guildford is a shopper’s paradise. The Friary Shopping Centre features all your favourite high street names as well as a few designer labels. Outside you’ll find more big-name designers and a wealth of funky independent traders. So, if you have a clear out before the big move it gives you all the more reason to treat yourself to something new.
The town is also a foodie favourite, the town really does love its food and there’s a wide variety of tastes on offer both during the day and into the evening, Indian street food, artisan breads, gastro pubs and food from across the globe are all on offer to tickle those taste buds.
There are a number of live entertainment venues including the Boileroom Music & Arts Centre, GLive and the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre.
Transport
Guildford is the perfect commuter location. Direct trains to Waterloo can have you in London in just 36 minutes. By car the A3 will take you down to the Hampshire/West Sussex border and places like Chichester, Portsmouth and Midhurst. Heading east the route gives you quick access to the M25 and Greater London.
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