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Considering 107 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company, often describing the staff as professional, friendly, and incredibly helpful from start to finish. Customers frequently highlight the excellent service, noting the efficiency in handling paperwork, logistics, packing, and even complex deliveries to challenging locations. Many appreciate the competitive pricing and the peace of mind that comes with a very experienced team, ensuring belongings are kept safe and secure. However, some customers reported dissatisfaction with the quality of service, citing instances of unprofessional staff members, and issues with communication regarding quotes and scheduling. There were also concerns about unexpected costs, lengthy delivery times, and a lack of care with belongings during transit, leading to disappointment.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have used Bournes twice in two years. Once for a local house move and again for a move to Europe. They have been brilliant from start to finish. They help with all the paperwork, logistics, packing... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Best moving company! Highly recommend Bournes if you are moving house. They were professional from the very start. Every associate we interacted with were kind and professional. The team who helped u... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Straightforward and friendly to deal with. Survey done promptly with comprehensive quote. Were generally competitive in price terms (one other was a fair bit cheaper but I wasn't comfortable with th... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I and my family have always used Bournes from the days of my Grandmother, and I would never choose any other firm. They are friendly, fun, incredibly clever at getting most things where they are wan... See more

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Company details

  1. Moving Company
  2. Moving and Storage Service
  3. Storage Facility

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**Domestic Mover of the Year 2023 (Awarded by the British Association of Removers for outstanding customer experience** Local, National UK, European and International Household Goods Moving Company providing high quality, value for money removals, storage and shipping services wherever your destination. Service centres in Rye, Sussex and Tunbridge Wells, Kent providing services throughout Kent, Sussex and London.


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4.7

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

959 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service! Helpful, friendly and professional crews. Would recommend to anyone!

May 29, 2026
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Thank you! Best wishes in your new home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A stress free move

Our move went extremely well. The team were fantastic and took great care of our belongings. In addition, they were wonderful men and were happy throughout the move. After 18 years in our family home, we were worried about the move, but the team from Bournes made it completely stress free for us. We would highly recommend them to anyone.

May 26, 2026
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Reply from Bournes Moves - Removals, Storage & Shipping

Thank you for sharing such a lovely review. After 18 years in your family home, we completely understand why moving day felt like such a big step, so it's wonderful to hear that our team helped make the whole experience stress free for you.

We're delighted that their care, professionalism and positive attitude made such a difference. Thank you for choosing Bournes and for your recommendation. We all wish you every happiness and the very best in your new home.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

bucks to Hants

A bit late as we moved late July in 2025. The team with Fred, Patrick Steve and Andy did a great job from the Cranleigh office. They were hard working, very pleasant and great communicators. They were with us for two days. Ryan and Jamie also helped with one truck from the Aylesbury office the next day. They were all Customer focused and we were very pleased our move from Buckinghamshire to Hampshire went so smoothly. We did have one minor niggle which was resolved by the office otherwise it would have been a 5 star rating.

July 30, 2025
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Reply from Bournes Moves - Removals, Storage & Shipping

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, even. We're delighted to hear that the team helped make your move from run smoothly, and that the minor issue you experienced was resolved by the office. Thank you for your feedback, it helps us continue to improve. We really appreciate you choosing Bournes and wish you all the very best in your new home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I have used Bournes twice in two years

I have used Bournes twice in two years. Once for a local house move and again for a move to Europe.
They have been brilliant from start to finish. They help with all the paperwork, logistics, packing, unpacking and assembling and I have used them for storage before the move abroad. The delivery guys go above and beyond and really take the stress out of moving. I highly recommend them.

May 18, 2026
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Reply from Bournes Moves - Removals, Storage & Shipping

Thank you for your wonderful review and for choosing Bournes not just once, but twice in the last two years. It's lovely to hear that we were able to support you with all your moving and storage requirements and are delighted that the team helped make the process of European move particularly simple for you - that can often be the bit customers worry about the most. Thank you for your recommendation. We all wish you every happiness and success in your new home abroad.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

FRom first phone call enquiry the have…

FRom first phone call enquiry the have been professional and friendly and very helpful came to time and had me in my new home by lunchtime.

May 26, 2026
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Reply from Bournes Moves - Removals, Storage & Shipping

Thank you! We really appreciate your 5* review and wish you all the best in your new home. Thanks for choosing Bournes

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From quotation to moving day

From quotation to moving day, good communication throughout. The moving crew were really excellent (Pat, Andy, Jamie) - went the extra mile and took great care.

May 15, 2026
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Reply from Bournes Moves - Removals, Storage & Shipping

Great to hear the whole team made this a great move for you, we really appreciate the feedback and will make sure to pass along to Pat, Andy, Jamie and all involved. Best wishes!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Delighted overall

We were delighted overall with the service from Bournes. We found them to be professional and courteous at all times. They went over and above expectations and were competitively priced too. The removals team was hard working and diligent, both whilst moving us out and in.

May 7, 2026
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Reply from Bournes Moves - Removals, Storage & Shipping

Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review, we really appreciate it and are so glad to hear all went well. Best wishes in your new home

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Smooth and stress-free move experience

We recently used Bournes Removals and had a great experience. Jamie and the team were professional, efficient, and genuinely friendly. They handled all of our belongings with great care and made what is usually a stressful experience feel smooth and well-organised.

They arrived early, worked quickly and efficiently, and had everything packed up by 11am. They were happy to go the extra mile to make sure everything was placed exactly where we wanted in our new home.

I would recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable and professional removals service. Thank you again for making our move so easy!

April 30, 2026
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Reply from Bournes Moves - Removals, Storage & Shipping

Thank you so much for the kind review. Jamie and the team will be delighted to hear that they made your move day a more positive experience - it's why we do what we do! We really appreciate the recommendation. Thanks for choosing Bournes and best wishes in your new home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They've got you covered.

The men arrived promptly and started work immediately, keeping me informed throughout. On a thoroughly chaotic and stressful day they gave me peace of mind that despite my anxieties everything was under control. Efficient, professional and friendly.

April 30, 2026
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Reply from Bournes Moves - Removals, Storage & Shipping

Thank you for your kind review. We're so glad to hear we were able to help make the move less stressful for you - that's why we're here. Best wishes in your new home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am very happy with the Bournes moves…

I am very happy with the Bournes moves service. Robert was an excellent advisor he clearly explained what to take and what needed to be shipped, and handled everything very professionally, including the quotation process. I truly appreciate his support.

The staff who came to collect and pack all my household goods were also extremely professional. They were friendly, efficient, and did an excellent job. Although I can’t recall all their names, every team member I interacted with was outstanding.

I would also like to extend my appreciation to Arunee, who managed the process from the office. She provided excellent customer service and kept me informed at every stage by email, ensuring I always knew the status of my shipment.

Overall, I am very glad that I chose Bournes moves service. I strongly recommend them and would definitely use them again in the future. Thank you very much for your excellent service I truly appreciate the entire team.

April 27, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class professional removal…

First class professional removal service - the guys wrapped all our art very carefully and carried everything up to the forth floor in London briskly and efficiently helping unpack and taking all the cardboard & paper packing materials away, meaning we were comfortable in our new home on the first night. I noticed they had all the correct spanner's and alum keys with them to take apart our glass kitchen table and bed too! (Which they carefully put back together) highly recommend

April 10, 2026
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Reply from Bournes Moves - Removals, Storage & Shipping

Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. It's always great to hear how the team's expertise and attention to detail made move day run smoothly so you could focus on settling in for your first night in the new home. We appreciate your recommendation and will be sure to pass your kind feedback on to the team. Wishing you all the very best in your new home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The whole process was smooth sailing

Everything in the process was smooth sailing and a reasonable price too. The gentlemen that actually did the move were so polite and efficient. My experience was excellent.

April 7, 2026
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Reply from Bournes Moves - Removals, Storage & Shipping

Thank you for your lovely feedback, we really appreciate you taking the time to share it. It’s great to hear everything went smoothly from start to finish and that you felt it was good value too. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to the team, they’ll be so pleased to hear they made such a positive impression.

All the very best in your new home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic experience to move abroad

The preparation and delivery went extremely well. Gabriel and the team were incredibly supportive and attentive to my needs during a big life transition. I used their service to move overseas and I highly recommend. Truly a top-tier service that makes moving house feel easy.

April 10, 2026
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Reply from Bournes Moves - Removals, Storage & Shipping

Thank you for sharing such a lovely review, we really appreciate it. Moving abroad is a big step, so it’s fantastic to hear that everything went smoothly and that Gabriel and the team were able to support you so well throughout the process.

We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to them, it will mean a lot. Wishing you all the very best as you settle into your new home abroad.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend this Company

Their professionalism and efficiency in handling our belongings from removal, storage in the UK , customer service, delivery to France were done by teams with a very friendly and helpful attitude. Highly recommend this company.

March 27, 2026
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Reply from Bournes Moves - Removals, Storage & Shipping

Thank you for your recommendation, it really means a lot to us. It’s wonderful to hear that every stage of your move, from removal and storage in the UK through to delivery in France, was handled smoothly and with such a friendly, helpful approach by the team.

We’re so pleased we could support you throughout the journey. Wishing you every happiness as you settle into your new home in France.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service this morning

Darren & Steve moved my mum’s belongings from Kent to Wiltshire this morning. They were so polite and extremely efficient. Arrived early and delivered early. A perfect service. Can’t fault it - highly recommend, thanks guys

April 11, 2026
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Reply from Bournes Moves - Removals, Storage & Shipping

Thank you for your lovely feedback, we really appreciate it. It’s great to hear Darren and Steve took such good care of your mum’s move and that everything ran so smoothly, even ahead of schedule.

We’ll be sure to pass your thanks on to them, they’ll be delighted. Wishing your mum all the very best as she settles into her new home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service throughout...

Excellent advice and guidance from the get-go. Particularly grateful to the two chaps responsible for the move out and then the move in 48 hours later. Professional and understanding. I would certainly both recommend and also use them again.

March 30, 2026
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Reply from Bournes Moves - Removals, Storage & Shipping

Thank you for your kind words, we really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It’s lovely to hear the team looked after you so well and made the whole process feel smooth and well supported even at short notice.

It means a lot that you’d recommend us and would choose us again. Wishing you all the very best in your new home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional, polite and on time.

The person who did the quote was polite and very informative. The 2 men who did the removal were very experienced, polite and kind. My items were stored and when I wanted delivery booked with no problems, I was even offered a cancellation which I gladly took. Again 2 men expertly put all things in rooms I wanted it. One was the same as collection and the other met Bournes high standards.

April 2, 2026
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Reply from Bournes Moves - Removals, Storage & Shipping

Thank you for your lovely feedback, we really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It’s great to hear that everything went smoothly from the initial quote through to removal into storage and delivery, and that the team kept things organised and stress free for you.

Thank you for choosing Bournes, and all the very best in your new home.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Professional and reassuring

We had a brilliant experience using Bournes to move long distance.
They were helpful and professional at all stages of the process and did their research regarding some complex access to the new property.
The communication was perfect throughout, and the team on the day were polite, helpful and very reassuring.
I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Bournes for a professional, high quality moving service.

April 1, 2026
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Reply from Bournes Moves - Removals, Storage & Shipping

Thank you for your brilliant feedback, we really appreciate you sharing your experience.

We’re so pleased that you felt well supported throughout - from the planning and management of access challenges to clear communication and a reassuring and professional team on the day. That means a lot to us.

Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing Bournes, we wish you all the very best in your new home.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Grumpy

Moaned constantly and broke a lot of our precious things. I was made to feel really bad that they had to move our stuff, but we were paying!!!

March 13, 2026
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Reply from Bournes Moves - Removals, Storage & Shipping

Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We are sorry to hear this. As you can see from most of our other reviews, this isn't a usual experience. I have been unable to find your details in our system to identify your move, so would appreciate it if you could email customerservice@bournesmoves.com with your job reference so we can follow up with the branch and crew involved to ensure this doesn't happen again in future.

Thank you.

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