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Family Owned
Established 1973
British Association
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We’ll work with you to create a tailor-made plan, to give you a worry-free relocation.
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
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
We cover the area including;
- Burbage
- Honeystreet
- Collingbourne Ducis
- Woodborough
- Great Bedwyn
- Alton Barnes
- Upavon
- Market Lavington
- Tidworth
- Ludgershall
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Pewsey – 7 Quirky Facts
- It’s Grrrrrrreat!
Pewsey was once owned and inhabited by Alfred the Great, the King of Wessex whose vision brought about the creation of ‘Englaland’ as a single nation (prior to that it was made up of several smaller kingdoms). After a great victory over the Danes, Alfred stood in the doorway of Pewsey church and declared that September the 14th should be celebrated as a feast day. The tradition continues to this day, which is the oldest carnival in Wiltshire and there is a statue in honour of the Great man in the village. - Carnival!
Forget Rio, Pewsey carnival is a totally different but equally madcap affair. Part of events that last over a two-week period, Pewsey and the surrounding villages come together to mark the tradition started by Alfred the Great. There is a street procession, children’s parade, live bands, duck race, pub nights, racing nights and also the Feaste Ball. In times gone by the event has included cricket matches, athletics days, bicycle obstacle courses. - White Horse
Pewsey is associated with two of the eight Wiltshire white horses. In 1937 a white horse was created to commemorate the coronation of King George VI, this was a new design laid over the top of an existing white horse that dated back to 1785. The second horse can be found running over the fields of nearby Alton Priors Hill. Measuring 54 metres high and 48 metres long, it was the creation of a local farmer and forms part of Wiltshire’s White Horse Trail. - Danger UXB!
Largely unaffected by WWII (even rationing didn’t severely hit this farming community), a number of stray bombs did hit the local area, believed to have been dropped by German bombers, lightening their load before crossing back to mainland Europe. In the 1980’s builders renovating the French Horn pub uncovered undetonated bombs, if renovation work wasn’t bad enough for the locals, the unexploded devices meant the pub had to close while they were made safe! - Drawing A Vale
Pewsey sits in a vale, aptly named the Vale of Pewsey, which along with the famous white horse is also home to the Avon and Kennet Canal, a lovely place to take a walk and Pewsey Wharf, where you can take a barge trip, try canoeing or just enjoy a delightful bite to eat in the Wiltshire sunshine. - Domesday Book
It might not be big but it was certainly important enough to feature in the Domesday Book of 1086. A record created by William the Conqueror many modern larger towns don’t have the destinction of being featured, even major cities like London, Liverpool and Bristol weren’t covered in the documents. At the time Pewsey consisted of 46 villagers, 24 farmers, 6 serfs and had 7 mills. - Aliens?!?
The vale has had its fair share of crop circles over the years and today the village is home to the Crop Circle Centre and Exhibition. While many circles have been claimed by pranksters, there are still a large number of unexplained circles that many crop circle enthusiasts believe to be the work of alien visitors. The truth is out there…
Local Info
Schools – There are four public schools and an independent school in Pewsey, you can view the latest Ofsted scores See reports here.
Population – In 2011 the population of the village stood at 3,634, according to the government census.
Transport – While the roads into Pewsey are relatively small, the village sits a short distance from both the M4 and A303, 26 minutes from Stonehenge. There is a train station that stands on the line to London Paddington, you can be in the capital in 1 hour and 3 minutes. The nearest airport is at Southampton, 32 miles.
News – Local news and events are covered by the Gazette & Herald. The village also has its own website, Visit Pewsey.
Best of Pewsey
Our favourites;
Snooper’s Bazaar
The quintessential village shop, Snooper’s Bazaar offers a little bit of everything. There’s a tasty café, fresh flowers, cakes, savouries, furniture, cards, gifts, homeware… And more!
3 Market Place, SN9 5AA
Sticks & Stones
Selling beautiful, rustic and modern handmade kitchenalia, you can get a bespoke, handmade sign for your new home or just have a browse. Plus get a great coffee and bite to eat.
3 Nursery Farm, Woodborough Garden Center, SN9 5PF
McNeill Gallery
Etching, fine art, ceramics, photography, sculpture, this excellent gallery covers a broad spectrum of media, a great place to find something local to display in your new house.
2 Market Place, SN9 5AA
JW Fine Foods
An absolute must, this food lovers’ paradise is packed with amazing flavours. They smoke meats and salmon on the premises as well as stocking incredible local deli ingredients.
Nursery Farm, Woodborough Garden Center, SN9 5PF
Marshalls
Home of the much-loved Wiltshire Lardy Cake, Marshalls are a superb, traditional bakery where you’ll find friendly service and a fantastic range of fresh baked treats.
36 North Street, SN9 5EX
About Pewsey
Pewsey is as traditionally Wiltshire as you can get (without building your own henge in your back garden!). This charming village is the West Country at its best, there are great local, independent shops and eateries, quirky village events and traditions, friendly, welcoming societies and a rich, fascinating local history.
From Alfred the Great starting a 1,000 year old village ‘knees up’, to unexploded bombs and alien visitors, Pewsey has it all. There are also miles of pristine countryside to explore, canals, waterways, woodland and more.
Leisure
Despite its small stature, Pewsey punches well above its weight for social life and amenities. There’s a swimming pool and sports centre, a village hall and a local heritage centre. If you prefer your days out a little more way out, then pop along to the Crop Circle Exhibition & Research Centre. September sees the arrival of 2 weeks of partying (officially sanctioned by non-other than Alfred the Great, who started the tradition) and includes the ever popular ‘Feaste Ball’, as well as a children’s parade, carnival, torchlight procession and whole heap of wonderful village events.
If that’s not enough there is also a canal offering splendid walks and visitor centre, village hall, Pewsey Heritage Centre, trout fishery, farmers market and Christmas events.
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