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Family Owned
Established 1973
British Association
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Eco Friendly
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Removals Made Easy
Armishaws understand the stresses of moving home, it’s why our teams work to provide worry-free removals.
All 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
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 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’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.
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
We cover the area including;
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Lyme Regis – 7 Quirky Facts
- She Sells Sea Shells…
Lyme’s most famous daughter, Mary Anning is considered to have been one of the greatest fossil hunters of all time. Born in 1799, Anning first learnt how to find fossils from her father who sold them as curios to tourists. At the age of 11 Anning found an ichthyosaur skeleton which she sold to the local Lord of the manor. Before long she opened her own shop and despite being denied a formal education became one of the world’s leading fossil and dinosaur experts. As well as appearing in a number of novels including the French Lieutenants Woman, she was the subject of the nursery rhyme “She sells see shells on the seashore…”. In 2010 the Royal Society named her as one of the 10 most influential women in British science history. - Under Siege
In 1644 during the height of the English Civil War, Lyme Regis was besieged by Royalist forces for 8 weeks. The town was held by Parliamentarians who supported Oliver Cromwell and the politicians who wanted to overthrow King Charles I. The King sent his nephew Prince Maurice and 4,000 troops who surrounded the town and even fired on it from the cliffs. However, the town was supported by sea and were able to bring in provisions making the siege largely ineffective.In 1685 Lyme Regis was at the start of another rebellion. The Duke of Monmouth landed here at the beginning of the ill-fated Monmouth Rebellion and built an army comprising of many ordinary men from across the South West going into battle with little more than pitchforks. After defeat, his supporters were captured and hung in town squares across the region to dissuade any further uprisings. - Royal Lyme
‘Regis’ refers to ‘Royal’, a charter and status given to the town by Edward I in 1284. The charter was reconfirmed by Queen Elizabeth I in 1591. - Old Lyme
The town is famed for its palaeontological importance and rich fossil deposits and forms part of the Jurassic Coast which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. That means Lyme Regis ranks up there with locations such as the Grand Canyon and Great Barrier Reef. - Banksy Woz ‘ere
In May 2012 a mysterious graffiti image appeared of an origami crane holding a fish in its beak. The image was confirmed to be the work of world-renowned graffiti artist Banksy. - Story Tellers
Colin Dexter, JRR Tolkien, Henry Fielding, Jane Austen, PG Wodehouse, Oscar Wilde, Beatrix Potter, Lord Tennyson and Sir John Betjemen, John Fowles are just some of the authors to have visited the town and a few of them actually used Lyme as a setting for their work (most notably Persuasion by Jane Austen and The French Lieutenant’s Women by John Fowles, subsequent films of both novels have been shot on location at Lyme). - Clowns & Cowards!
When Henry Fielding visited the town, he fell for Sarah Andrew who was the ward of a local merchant Andrew Tucker. Fielding tried to run away with her but she was prevented from leaving with him. The day after his failed attempt, Henry Fielding posted a public notice then fled the town in a hurry; “This is to give notice to all the World that Andrew Tucker and his son John Tucker are Clowns and Cowards. Witness my hand Henry Feilding” He later changed the spelling of his name.
Local Info
Schools – There are three primary and one secondary school in the town. You can view Ofsted reports here.
Population – Small but perfectly formed, Lyme’s population had reached 4,712 by the time of the 2011 census.
Transport – Dorset doesn’t tend to hurry. And why should it, the weather is good, the scenery is stunning and the climate is excellent. The A3052 drifts lazily to the A35 towards Weymouth and Bournemouth. There is currently no train station.
News – Local news can be found in the Bridport News or events and local info can be found in Lyme-Online.
Best of Lyme Regis
We’re big fans of supporting local businesses – here’s our top picks;
The Monmouth Pantry
Freshly baked breads, local cheeses and goodies, zero waste wholesome healthy foods (if we can resist the chocolate peanuts!). This is as good as shopping gets. A great local store.
32 Broad Street, DT7 3QE
Lyme Regis Butchers
Another great (award-winning!) local shop that celebrates the very best of local flavours. Not just great cuts, there’s also a tasty deli section and a delivery service.
55 Broad Street, DT7 3QF
The Wet Fish Shop
Moving to Lyme Regis and not enjoying the amazing seafood on offer? Unthinkable. And you’ll find the finest fresh fish 7 days a week from this family team.
The Old Watch House, Marine Parade, DT7 3JF
Pug & Puffin
It’s just as vital that your pets adjust to your new home too. More than a pet shop, Pug & Puffin is chock full of things that will make both you and your pets happy.
20 Broad Street, DT7 3QE
Boylos Watersports
Once you’ve moved to the coast, you need to get properly kitted up for seasons, lifestyle and all the new hobbies you’ll try. And Boylos have it all, plus tips and info to get you started.
3 Marine Parade, DT7 3JH
About Lyme Regis
Lyme Regis is an absolutely fascinating town, while we have tried to do it justice with our 7 Quirky Facts, we really are only just scratching the surface as there is so much great history and interesting myths surrounding the town. The novelist Colin Dexter described it as one of his favourite places in the world and it really is a charming. It’s not just then, the town offers so much to do now, from watersports and golf to places to visit and new hobbies to explore. There is always something new to do, discover, try.
Leisure
You simply can’t get bored in Lyme Regis, there is a dinosaur and fossil museum sitting on the site of the birthplace of Mary Fanning, the town’s most famous daughter. The town also hosts an annual Mary Anning Day plus a yearly Fossil Festival that attracts experts from across the world. If you enjoy messing about on boats or sitting and watching them while sipping champagne, there is the Lyme Regis Regatta. The town also has a carnival and some pretty wild Bonfire Night traditions. There is also a bowling club, golf club, target shooting centre, sports centre, powerboat club and a nature reserve. That’s before you even set foot on the South West County Path, Trafalgar Way or Jurassic Coast, all of which pass through the town.
Transport
Tucked on the stunning coastline with great weather and great views, one thing you don’t want to be is in a great hurry. Lyme Regis is nicely off the beaten track with one main road entering and exciting the town, the A3052 which connects with the A35 for routes to Weymouth and Bournemouth. Currently Lyme Regis doesn’t have a train station.
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