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Rated 'Excellent'
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Family Owned
Established 1973
British Association
of Removers
Eco Friendly
Moves
Removals Made Easy
Armishaws create bespoke packages for 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 local area including;
- Motcombe
- Gillingham
- Sedgehill
- Semley
- East Stour
- Tisbury
- Fontmell Magna
- Ashmore
- Sturminster Newton
- Chettle
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Shaftesbury – 7 Quirky Facts
- He Were A Great Baker
The famous Hovis TV advert featuring a boy pushing his delivery bike was filmed on Gold Hill in Shaftesbury by director Ridley Scott, who went on to film Thelma and Louise, Robin Hood, Alien and Gladiator. - Scenic
Sitting 700m above sea level, Shaftesbury offers exceptional views across Cranborne Chase and Blackmore Vale. - The Great
King Alfred the Great established Shaftesbury Abbey in 880AD and made his daughter the first abbess. - It’s Great!
Shaftebsury regularly features in “Best Places to Live in the UK” polls and was quoted as being just that when Phil and Kirstie visited for Channel 4’s Location Location Location. - Literary Town
Shaftesbury features in a number of Thomas Hardy novels, although he uses older names such as Shaston and Palladour. - Arts & Laughs
Shaftesbury has a great art scene and the Gold Hill Fair in July is used as a launch pad for many acts and artists before going on to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. - Visitors
The town attracts a number of visitors each year thanks to the summer festival, Christmas market, two museums and attractive gardens, parks and walks. Not forgetting the famous cobbled streets.
Local Info
Schools – See the latest Ofsted scores.
Population – According to the 2011 You.Gov census, the population was 7300, including a number of outlying hamlets and villages within the area.
Transport – To the east the A350 runs north to Warminster connecting with the A303 route to the South West and east to the M3 to London and M25. Heading south the A350 connects with Poole for routes to Bournemouth and the M27. The nearest train station is in Gillingham, providing services to London Paddington.
News – Local news is covered in the Gillingham News.
Best of Shaftesbury
If you’re not familiar with this popular destination, here’s our pick of the best it has to offer;
The Salt Cellar
With stunning views overlooking the cobbles of Gold Hill and Blackmore Vale, the Salt Cellar has a menu to match. The perfect place for a delicious cream tea as you watch the world go by.
2-4 Gold Hill, SP7 8LY
Willow
Featuring clothing, jewellery, homewares, gifts and more this fantastic little shop is like a Tardis with a surprising number of goodies whatever you’re looking for.
9 High Street, SP7 8JS
Coconut & Cotton
Coconut & Cotton offer Earth conscious living helping to make your home plastic free and also feature a gallery, plant shop and café. A real treat of a store.
Swans Yard, SP7 8JQ
Botanical Candle Shop
An absolute must for your new home, this heaven scented store has something for every room as well as their environmentally friendly scents and candles.
6 The Commons, SP7 8JU
Shaftesbury Wines
A great family run shop – father and daughter – selling wines, spirits, local ciders you won’t find elsewhere.
57 High Street, SP7 8JE
About Shaftesbury
Dating back to 880AD Shaftesbury is a quaint and attractive town with historic buildings, modern shops and cafes, great restaurants and bars, nestled in some of the most spectacular countryside. The town formed its routes thanks in part to the Abbey built by Alfred the Great and presided over by his daughter, the first abbess. Today the town has wealth of independent stores and is ideally suited to explore the many villages and places of outstanding natural beauty in the area.
Leisure
It boasts two museums, a large number of architecturally interesting and listed buildings as well as parks and scenic walks. There are also festivals, events and markets throughout the calendar.
Transport
The A350 runs just to the east of the town connecting with the A303, with routes to the South West and London, before heading on to the picturesque town of Warminster. Driving south the road leads to Poole and routes on to Bournemouth and Southampton. There isn’t a train station (although there have been murmurings for the route to be reopened) and the nearest station is Gillingham, a 15-minute drive.
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