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Matthew James Removals and Storage is a family-run business that has been providing excellent removal and storage services for over 30 years, under the leadership of it’s founder Matthew De-Machen. From our headquarters in Dartford, Kent, and our European depot in Estepona, Spain, we offer a wide range of services to suit all budgets and requirements, including UK and International Removals & Shipping, long and short-term storage, packing and unpacking, and piano and Fine Art handling. We are fully insured, and our dedicated team of experienced and professional removals experts will take care of your belongings, from the first phone call, through the planning process and on to your move itself, with the utmost care and attention. We understand that moving can be a stressful time, so we will do everything we can to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible. We also offer a bonded Customs Warehouse service for international removals, saving you cost and effort when dealing with HMRC. We offer a free no-obligation quote, so please get in touch with us today to discuss your moving needs. Our offices are open 6 days a week and we’d love to hear from you between 07.30 – 19.30. We look forward to helping you make your move a success.
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Greyhound Way, Crayford, DA1 4HF, London, United Kingdom
- +44 1322 251000
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- matthewjamesremovals.com
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Move from Spain to England
I recently moved from Barcelona, Spain to two addresses in England (London and Essex) and Matthew James were great. Not only did they offer a very fair price compared to other companies that I contacted but everything went smoothly. They also helped me fill out the necessary forms I needed for customs. Andy and Ben who came and packed up our stuff in Barcelona were absolutely fantastic, they were quick, wrapped everything very well (Andy is a tetris master!) and were an absolute delight to talk to the whole time! Our stuff arrived a little after two weeks and all the guys that unloaded everything were lovely and very efficient. They all made a very stressful process much easier and I wouldn't hesitate to use them again.
June 24, 2025
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“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 5-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear Laura,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your move from Barcelona to London and Essex went so smoothly.
It's fantastic to know that you found our pricing to be fair and that our team, especially Andy and Ben, made the packing process so enjoyable. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to them and the rest of the crew for their hard work and efficiency. We agree—Andy is a true Tetris master!
Moving can be a stressful experience, and we're so glad that we were able to make it easier for you, from helping with the customs forms to the final delivery.
We truly appreciate you choosing Matthew James Removals, and we look forward to assisting you again in the future!
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
Excelent service and great communication
July 15, 2025
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“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 5-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear R Majek,
Thanks so much for the 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear you had an excellent experience with our service and communication. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback.
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
Amazing Job Matthew James Removal Team
The removal team where very courteous and considerate, quick and helpful. We could not thank them more for the job they did on the day, they even aided a cooker out the house that was not going with them. We where very satisfied over all and appreciated their hard work on what was the hottest weekend of the year !!
July 12, 2025
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“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 5-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear Leesa,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that our removal team was able to provide such a positive experience for you.
It's fantastic to know that their courteous and considerate nature, along with their speed and helpfulness, made a difference on what was a very hot weekend. We're also especially proud to hear about them helping you with the cooker—that's a perfect example of the extra mile our teams are trained to go for our customers.
Your kind words mean a lot to our team, and we'll be sure to pass on your thanks. We truly appreciate you choosing us and wish you all the best in your new home!
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
A seamless move from London to Paris
The service provided was 5 star from beginning to end. The administrative side of my international move was managed with calm and precision so that everything was in place in good time. All personnel in the various departments were patience and well informed. A special thanks goes to Grace and David. The actual move itself went extremely smoothly on both sides of the Channel. The teams were at all times very calm and polite. Nothing was too much trouble and everything was handled with extreme care. Special thanks to Steve and Scott who were fantastic!
July 3, 2025
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“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 5-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear Kate,
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We're absolutely delighted to hear that your international move was a positive experience from start to finish.
It was our pleasure to manage the administrative details with the calm and precision you mentioned. We're proud of our team members, including Grace and David, and we'll be sure to pass on your special thanks to them for their patience and expertise.
We're also thrilled to hear that the moving teams on both sides of the Channel handled everything so smoothly. Steve and Scott are fantastic, and we'll make sure they know how much you appreciated their calm, polite, and careful work.
Wishing you all the best in your new home!
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
Absolutely professional.From start to finish
From start to finish, our experience with Matthew James was almost faultless.
Everything was done with professionalism, speed and friendliness.
And on the actual day of our home being emptied, for want of a better word, the four men who came to,do,this worked from the time they got there until the time they left. They worked hard and swiftly, didn’t even stop for their lunch break.
I am impressed.
June 27, 2025
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“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 5-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear Frederick,
Thanks so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that your experience with Matthew James was so positive.
It's wonderful to know that our team, especially the crew on the day of your move, provided you with such professional, speedy, and friendly service. We take great pride in our staff's dedication and hard work, and we'll be sure to pass on your kind words to the four men who helped you. They'll be delighted to hear that their efforts, including working through their lunch break, were so appreciated.
Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we're so glad we could make your move a success.
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
communication,
Max Jill Kim Paul Grace Adrian and Cristian, what a Team!!!!! From my first Phone call the Support,Communication and Organisation has been fantastic.( Jill Kim and Grace thank you for your help and understanding when I had some trouble with my bank transfer) Paul and Max you Guys offered me a 3 day Window in June ( 26.-28.)to give me the time to be in Germany.Gosh you pulled out all the stops and made my Move from Germany to England blissfully Stress free.You informed me in advance with the actual day and app time and this again helped me immensely. Adrian and Cristian, packing in Germany and delivering my Stuff in England.You worked efficient and gosh your packing Skills are fantastic. So a big Thank You to everyone mentioned for looking after me. YOU GUYS ARE AMAZING! Brigitte A.
June 27, 2025
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“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 5-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear Brigitte,
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words! We were absolutely delighted to read your review and hear about your positive experience.
We're so glad that our team, from the initial phone call with Jill, Kim, and Grace, to the careful planning by Paul and Max, and finally the expert packing and delivery by Adrian and Cristian, made your move from Germany to England a stress-free one. We know how challenging international moves can be, and we're thrilled that we could make the process so seamless for you.
Your feedback is truly appreciated and serves as a wonderful testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone involved. It was a pleasure looking after you, and we wish you all the best in your new home!
Thank you again for choosing us.
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
Excellent setvice
Everything was very efficient and professional. Plenty of information and updates. Everything arrived in good condition and at the appointed time and the removal teams both in Spain and England were friendly and helpful. An excellent service.
June 30, 2025
Reply from Matthew James Removals and Storage Limited
“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 5-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear Karen,
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that your move was a success.
It's wonderful to know that our communication, efficiency, and professional teams in both Spain and England met your expectations. We take great pride in ensuring that your belongings arrive safely and on time, and your kind words are a testament to the hard work of our entire team.
We appreciate you choosing us for your move and wish you all the best in your new home!
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
We couldn’t recommend more Matthew…
We couldn’t recommend more Matthew James. They made our move to France a bliss and all members of the team were lovely which really added to the experience.
March 10, 2025
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“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 5-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear Aurore,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Matthew James made your move to France a bliss. It means a lot to us that you had such a positive experience and that our team members were able to contribute to that.
We wish you all the best in your new home!
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
FURNITURE WENT INTO STORAGE FOR 15…
FURNITURE WENT INTO STORAGE FOR 15 MONTHS AND TRANSPORTED 300 MILES TO MY NEW HOME STAFF WERE GREAT AND THE REMOVALS TEAM WERE EXCELLETN
June 3, 2025
Reply from Matthew James Removals and Storage Limited
“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 5-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear Andrew,
Thank you so much for the fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that your move went so smoothly, especially with the added complexity of 15 months of storage and a 300-mile transport.
It's wonderful to know that our staff and removals team were able to provide you with such a great experience. We pride ourselves on our team's professionalism and care, and it means a lot to us that their hard work made a difference for you.
We wish you all the best in your new home!
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
Overall I would recommend
I had a few ups and downs using Matthew James but in the end I was happy with the service. I do have to say that the guys doing both the collection and delivery were amazing and definitely saved the review.
The quotes came in quick and the quote process was efficient. At this point I was very happy.
Where I had a few problems was trying to be organised. A move is a big thing and moving countries even bigger. I felt everything was left to the last minute in knowing when the items would be collected. I asked on a few occasions and told I would be given a window of 5 days and told the day before. This may work for some but at this point I deeply regretted my choice as this had not been explained when booking. I then asked to bring my removal forward as I couldn’t risk them coming the day I had to vacate my property as it wouldn’t have given me time to clean the house and organise the journey. I was given a 3 day window for collection this time. However the collection was done the day before I was told. Luckily we were ready.
Anyway the 2 guys who came were lovely. Extremely efficient and quick.
Delivery was not an issue as we were happy for that to come at any point. Again 2 fabulous men brought it. Quick, efficient and lovely to work with. Everything put into the correct places.
Overall I do recommend and I accept as a shared load I needed to be flexible but if you do like or need to be organised then please be aware of the above issues.
May 20, 2025
Reply from Matthew James Removals and Storage Limited
“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 4-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear Linda,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with Matthew James. We're thrilled to hear that you were happy with the service in the end and that you would recommend us. We are especially proud of our collection and delivery teams, and it's wonderful to know that they made such a positive impression. We will be sure to pass on your kind words to the crews who handled your move.
We sincerely apologize for the stress and uncertainty you experienced with the scheduling of your collection. We understand that moving is a major life event, and moving internationally adds another layer of complexity. Clear communication and timely planning are crucial, and it sounds like we fell short of your expectations in this area. Your feedback is incredibly valuable, and we'll use it to review and improve our communication processes, particularly for shared-load international moves. We want all of our customers to feel informed and in control throughout their moving journey.
Thank you again for your honest and detailed feedback. We're so glad your belongings arrived safely and that our crews were able to turn your experience around. We wish you all the best in your new home!
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
First class experience from beginning to end
The crew that moved us from old home to storage and then from storage to new home were 1st class. Not a single item was damaged. Careful, friendly, prompt and all round experts. We couldn’t recommend them more. If there’s two things we’ve learned about moving home are:
Don't waste money on cheap removal firms
Don't waste money on cheap conveyancing.
June 26, 2025
Reply from Matthew James Removals and Storage Limited
“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 5-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear Ann,
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that our crew provided you with a first-class moving experience, not once, but twice. It's fantastic to know that your belongings were handled with such care, and that our team's friendly, prompt, and expert service made your moves from your old home to storage and then to your new home so smooth.
We couldn't agree more with your advice—choosing a reputable and reliable moving company can make all the difference, and we're honored that you felt we were worth the investment. Your recommendation means the world to us and we’re so glad we could help make your transition a positive one.
If you ever need moving services again in the future, we'd be more than happy to help!
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
A professional service from the first…
A professional service from the first contact all the way through the process. All the staff were helpful, friendly and polite. It seemed nothing was too much trouble. Even when we cahnged dates a few times as our purchase chain fluctuated for a while it was still not a problem.
June 11, 2025
Reply from Matthew James Removals and Storage Limited
“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 5-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear Tony,
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience with our team, from your very first contact with us all the way through the process.
It means a lot to us that you found our staff helpful, friendly, and polite, and that nothing seemed like too much trouble. We understand that things like purchase chains can be unpredictable, so we're always happy to be flexible when it comes to changing dates. We believe that providing a professional and stress-free service is key, and it sounds like we achieved that for you.
We truly appreciate your kind words and are so glad we could help. If you need anything at all in the future, please don't hesitate to reach out!
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
Great service
Great service, from packing to delivering and unpacking. Everything has been done in professionally and stress free.
David was excellent at communicating and answering any questions that he had.
I would highly recommended them.
June 20, 2025
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“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 5-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear Evgenios,
That's fantastic to hear! We're so glad your move was a professional and stress-free experience.
We'll be sure to pass your kind words on to David and the rest of the team. They'll be thrilled to know their hard work, from packing to delivering and unpacking, made such a positive impact.
Thank you so much for the five-star review and for highly recommending us!
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
UK to Spain - superb move.
Matthew James moved my belongings from UK to Spain. They made the whole process stress-free from quoting, to packing, and then delivery. A special mention to Andy, the driver, who was brilliant, keeping in touch at every stage. He couldn't park outside my home but didn't complain at all about having to unload everything at some distance. A real gem of a man!
June 23, 2025
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“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 5-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear Bill,
Thank you so much for your fantastic 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that we made your move from the UK to Spain a stress-free experience.
It's wonderful to know that our team, from the initial quote to the final delivery, met your expectations. We're especially proud of Andy and will be sure to pass on your kind words to him. He's a true professional, and it's great to hear that his communication and positive attitude, even with the tricky parking situation, made such a difference.
Thank you again for choosing us for your international move. We wish you all the best in your new home in Spain!
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
Would happily recommend
My experience with Matthew James Removals was positive from start to finish. Everyone was extremely helpful, polite and professional, from staff on the phone and communications by email to the guys carefully wrapping my furniture and taking it from Scotland to England, to
the guys delivering my things a few weeks later. I would definitely recommend this company.
May 16, 2025
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Reply from Matthew James Removals and Storage Limited
“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 5-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear Sigrid,
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that your experience with Matthew James Removals was so positive, from your initial calls and emails all the way through to the delivery of your belongings in England.
It's fantastic to know that our team, both in the office and on the road, was able to provide you with the professional and helpful service we strive for. We take great pride in ensuring that every item, especially your furniture, is carefully handled and transported safely, and it’s a pleasure to hear that the entire process went smoothly for you.
Your recommendation means the world to us. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience and we wish you all the best in your new home!
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
World-Class Service from Start to Finish
I cannot recommend Mathew James Removals enough. From our very first contact to the final box being delivered to our new home in France, the entire process was executed with exceptional professionalism, care, and efficiency. This wasn’t just a removal — it was a truly seamless international relocation experience.
A huge thank you to the incredible team: Steve, Brandon, Andy, Ben, Max, Grace and Bessie. Each one of them was polite, respectful, and incredibly hardworking. They handled everything — from delicate items to heavy furniture — with absolute precision and care, as if it were their own. They worked like a well-oiled machine, but still found the time to be warm and reassuring throughout a process that could have easily been stressful.
What impressed us most was their attention to detail, their calm confidence, and how they genuinely took pride in their work. Every item arrived exactly as it left — not a single scuff, dent, or break. Even in the unpredictable world of cross-border moves, Mathew James made it feel easy.
If you’re looking for a company that delivers top-tier service, peace of mind, and true professionalism, look no further. This is not just a removal company — it’s a gold standard for what relocation services should be.
Thank you for making what could have been a stressful move into a smooth, even enjoyable experience.
June 19, 2025
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Reply from Matthew James Removals and Storage Limited
“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 5-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear Abdool,
Thank you so much for your incredible review! We were so happy to read about your positive experience with your international move to France.
It means the world to us that you took the time to recognize the hard work of our team: Steve, Brandon, Andy, Ben, Max, Grace, and Bessie. We’re extremely proud of their dedication and commitment to providing the highest level of care and professionalism. They truly are the heart of our company.
Moving can be a stressful time, and our goal is always to make the process as seamless and worry-free as possible. Knowing that we were able to turn your relocation into a "smooth, even enjoyable experience" is the greatest compliment we could receive.
Thank you again for choosing Mathew James Removals. We wish you all the best in your new home!
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
Highly recommended
Great communication from the company. Their workers at on both the britisch and German side of our move were great. Really hardworking, respectful of the property, friendly and made things really easy.
June 7, 2025
Reply from Matthew James Removals and Storage Limited
“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 5-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear Katayun,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience with our team on both the British and German sides of your move.
It's fantastic to know that our communication was helpful and that our workers were hardworking, respectful, and friendly. We pride ourselves on making the moving process as easy as possible for our customers, and your feedback is a testament to the dedication of our team.
We truly appreciate you choosing us and wish you all the best in your new home!
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
Almost worth moving again for! 😀
My whole experience with MJR was amazing. Things were a little complicated and so their expertise was very welcome. They were competent, empathetic, and professional. A special shout out to Andy and Rodney who collected in Switzerland. I was dreading it and ended up having a great day! Ditto, Chris and Martin in the UK. Thanks all!!
June 10, 2025
Reply from Matthew James Removals and Storage Limited
“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 5-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear C Atkins,
That's fantastic to hear! We're so glad we could make your move a smooth and positive experience.
It means a lot to know that our team's expertise, professionalism, and empathy made a difference, especially with the complexities of your move. We'll be sure to pass on your kind words to Andy, Rodney, Chris, and Martin. They'll be thrilled to hear they turned a dreaded day into a great one!
Thank you again for choosing MJR, and for taking the time to share your wonderful feedback.
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
Our delivery to Spain
Our delivery to Spain, was dealt with efficiently and professionally We were kept informed our shipments' progress from the leaving the depot in Dartford, until it was delivered to our apartment in Spain
Excellent customer service from all the staff who handled our order - thank you
June 14, 2025
Reply from Matthew James Removals and Storage Limited
“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 5-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear Sue,
Thank you so much for the five-star review! We're thrilled to hear that your delivery to Spain was handled efficiently and professionally. Keeping our customers informed every step of the way, from our depot in Dartford to your apartment in Spain, is a top priority for us.
We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to the entire team. It's great to know their excellent customer service made a difference.
Thanks again for choosing us!
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
A move across 2 seas to Sweden
A move across 2 seas to Sweden. Very professional and friendly service.
June 15, 2025
Reply from Matthew James Removals and Storage Limited
“We’re so grateful that you took the time to leave us a 5-star review. Thank you! 🌟
Dear Jane,
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that your move across two seas to Sweden went so smoothly. It was a pleasure to assist you, and we're delighted that you found our service to be both professional and friendly. We wish you all the best in your new home!
Team MJGR
Matthew James Global Relocations
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