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Rated 'Excellent'
on Trustpilot
Family Owned
Established 1973
British Association
of Removers
Eco Friendly
Moves
Moves Made Easy
Armishaws provide made to measure plans for every move.
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;
- Upper Milton
- Coxley
- Wookey
- Dulcote
- East Horrington
- Yarley
- Busbridge
- South Horrington
- Crosscombe
- Easton
Ask our friendly team for a free, no hassle quote today.
Quirky Facts
- 3 Wells & Big Bells
The city (yes, despite its size, is a city, the second smallest city in England after the City of London) gets its name from three wells. One in the city and, two in the grounds of the Cathedral. The Romans built a settlement around these three natural supplies of fresh water. As well as the wells (huh?!?), moat and famous swans, the cathedral has huge bells, some date back to the 1700’s, the largest bell weighs almost 3 tonnes! - Bell Ringing Swans
Swans live on the moat around the Bishop’s Palace and in the 1850’s the Bishop’s daughter taught the swans to ring bells for food. The tradition has continued through ages and the bell ringing swans are loved by visitors. So much so that the swans have become an integral part of the town’s identity. In 2012, 5-foot swans were decorated by local businesses and stood around the city. They were later auctioned raising over £100,000 for local charities. - Hot Fuzz
The movie starring Simon Pegg and Nick Frost was filmed almost entirely here. The film’s director, Edgar Wright (who also worked on Sean of the Dead) grew up in the city. It’s also had screen time featuring in an episode of Dr Who and The Libertine with Johnny Depp. - Clocking On
The Great Clock in the Cathedral was the oldest continually working mechanical clock in the world. The medieval timepiece was built in 1391. It had to be wound for 1 hour (about 800 times!), 3 times a week and for 90 years was done by 4 generations of the Fisher family, but when the last Keeper of the Great Clock retired it was converted to an electric motor. - Oldest Street
The city also contains the oldest residential street in Europe, Vicars Close. Another major tourist attraction, the close actually tapers by 3 metres at the furthest end to make it appear longer. - War
It’s hard to imagine this tranquil location being at war, but it’s actually seen two. On August the 4th, 1642 the city was surrounded by the New Model Army during the English Civil War, who amassed 2,000 men, 150 cavalry and laid guns on three sides. The Royalists within the city escaped and the Parliamentarians used the cathedral to stable their horses and for firing practise. In 1685 the cathedral was once again under attack during the Monmouth Rebellion. Rebels smashed windows, damaged the font, stripped lead from the roof to make bullets and once again horses were stabled inside damaging the floor of the nave. The rebellion failed and in a single day at the Bloody Assizes court, 500 men were tried and a large number sentenced to death.
Local Info
Schools – Find out more about schools in the local area and view the latest Ofsted scores.
Population – The population was 10,536 at the time of the 2011 You.Gov census.
Transport – It sits on the A39, 45 minutes from Bath and 50 minutes from Bristol which is also the nearest airport. The nearest train station is 12 miles away at Castle Cary.
News – There are two excellent sources for local news, Wells Nub News and Wells Voice.
Best of Wells
Here’s a look at our favourites;
Market Place Café
Bringing a family flavour, this hugely popular café is one of many excellent local businesses that really are the heart of the city.
3 Market Place, BA5 2RF
A2 Gallery
You can start transforming your new home with a stand out piece from the A2 Gallery. Shining a light on regional artists across a wide range of media.
80 High Street, BA5 2AJ
Queen Street Deli
Local ciders, cheddar cheese, Mendip ice cream, chutneys, fruit wine, sausages, amazing Somerset flavours and friendly helpful service. What’s not to love?!?
14 Queen Street, BA5 2DP
Sew Vintage
A great place to learn new skills, meet new friends and pick up everything you need for sewing, knitting, crochet, quilting and more.
38 Market Street BA5 2DS
The Grape & The Good
One of our favourite spots, they offer excellent service and a superb range of beers, ciders and wines for every occasion, including toasting your new home!
29 Broad Street, BA5 2DJ
About
The historic city really is one of the jewels of the South West. It offers great access to explore the best of the county, with sites like Glastonbury Tor and Wookey Hole nearby and several pretty villages (and country watering holes) to enjoy. While it might hold city status, Wells has something of a village feel, there are events throughout the year that bring the local population together and also some wonderfully unique traditions and quirks that just add to Wells’ charms.
Leisure
Glad to be different, it wears its eccentricity with pride, from the bell ringing swans to the Annual Wells Moat Boat Race (Oxford vs Cambridge it ain’t!), there’s much to enjoy. The Bishops Palace hosts regular events such as movie nights, live entertainment, murder mystery nights and more. You’ll find plenty of great places to eat and drink, excellent independent shops and a leisure centre with a swimming pool, gym and cycling studio.
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