At London Removals and Storage we provide straightforward, affordable student removals across London, designed around tight term dates, shared houses and small but important loads. Whether you are moving into halls, switching student accommodation, returning home, or placing items into storage over the holidays, we make the whole process simple, safe and stress-free.
Our student removals are a flexible, professional service that covers the full move, not just the van. We regularly help with:
Every move is carried out by our trained, uniformed team using proper moving equipment and protective materials, so your belongings arrive just as they left.
We move students all over London every week. That local knowledge matters: we understand halls’ loading bays, one-way systems, tight stairwells and building access rules. We also know most London universities’ start and end dates, so we can plan realistically around peak periods and busy weekends.
From central London campuses to outer borough student houses, our team plans routes, parking and timings carefully to keep your move running on schedule.
Parents with students moving to or from London often need help transporting belongings between the family home and accommodation. We handle everything in one organised trip, avoiding multiple long drives and last-minute panics.
If you are renting a room in a shared house or flat, we can move single rooms, partial loads or full flats. We work considerately around housemates and neighbours, keeping disruption and noise to a minimum.
We assist landlords and student accommodation managers with quick clearances, room-to-room moves and end-of-tenancy removals. Our team can handle bulk movements of furniture, mattresses and appliances in a safe and compliant way.
For businesses and university departments, we offer small office and equipment relocations, archive moves and delivery of materials to and from campus buildings, libraries and labs.
Our core service is for students needing an honest, reliable move without hidden extras. Whether it is a few boxes and a suitcase, or a van-load including a desk, bike and musical instruments, we tailor the service to your needs and budget.
For safety and insurance reasons, we do not move:
If you are unsure about a particular item, we are happy to advise in advance.
Contact us by phone, email or online form with your dates, addresses and a rough idea of what needs moving. We will ask a few practical questions (floor level, lift access, parking) and then provide a clear, no-obligation quote. For most student moves this can be done quickly without a visit.
For larger loads or shared house moves, we may recommend a short video survey or an onsite visit. This lets us confirm access, number of boxes, furniture sizes and any special items. An accurate survey prevents surprises on the day and ensures the right size vehicle and team are booked.
You can pack your own belongings, or we can provide professional packing as an optional extra. We supply quality boxes, tape and wrapping materials. For fragile or valuable items (monitors, instruments, artwork) we use additional padding and clearly label boxes. On moving day we protect floors, walls and bannisters where required.
Our trained movers carefully load your items using trolleys, skates and lifting equipment where appropriate. Everything is secured in the vehicle using straps and blankets. We then transport your goods directly to the new address or to our secure storage facility, depending on your booking.
At your new property we unload, place furniture in the rooms you choose and stack boxes where they are easy to unpack. We work efficiently but never rush handling of fragile items. Before leaving, we check you are happy with the placement and that nothing has been missed from the vehicle.
We know budgets are tight for many students, so we keep our pricing simple and transparent. Costs are usually based on:
Your quote will set out exactly what is included, with no hidden charges for fuel or waiting time unless clearly agreed in advance. We can often suggest ways to reduce costs, such as flexible timing or combining moves with housemates.
It can be tempting to move with a friend’s car or the cheapest casual van available, but there are real risks. With our professional service you benefit from:
Damaged laptops, broken TVs or a no-show van usually work out more expensive in the long run than a properly planned, professional move.
As an established removals company, we operate to clear professional standards. Your belongings are protected by:
We are happy to confirm cover levels and provide documentation if required by your halls, landlord or university.
We treat every item as if it were our own. Our teams use floor and door protectors where needed, and we take particular care with shared spaces so you do not fall out with flatmates or building managers on moving day.
We are also working to reduce our environmental impact by:
Where suitable, we can collect used boxes after your move for reuse or responsible recycling.
New students often travel to London by train or coach, while we transport their belongings directly to halls. We coordinate timings so everything is delivered once keys are collected, avoiding queues and traffic peaks where possible.
Switching from halls to a private flat, or between shared houses, can be complicated when you are studying. Our team works around lectures and exams, handling the entire move in one organised visit so you can focus on your course.
Rather than dragging everything home every term, many students choose a combination of removal and storage. We collect, store safely over the holidays and then deliver to your new address when term starts again.
Postgraduate students, researchers and small businesses often need help moving desks, files and equipment between home and campus. We manage these smaller moves with the same level of care and planning as a full household relocation.
Costs depend on how much you are moving, the distance between addresses and access at each property. A simple move of a few boxes and a suitcase within the same area of London will usually cost significantly less than a full flat move across the city. We price each job individually and explain exactly what is included. If you send us a brief list of items, photos or a short video, we can normally give you a firm quotation rather than an estimate, so you know where you stand before you book.
Where our schedule allows, we can often help with same-day or short-notice student moves, especially outside peak weekends. If you have been let down by another mover or need to be out of your room quickly, contact us as soon as possible with your details. We will check vehicle and crew availability and offer realistic time slots. While we cannot guarantee every urgent request, we do our best to find a practical solution or suggest an alternative time that still meets your key deadlines.
Yes. Your items are covered by our goods in transit insurance while they are being moved in our vehicles, and by our public liability cover for accidental damage to third-party property. These policies are designed for professional removals work and provide far more protection than a casual man-and-van. We can explain what is covered, any exclusions that apply and how to pack certain items for best protection. If you have specific high-value belongings, let us know in advance so we can make sure they are listed and handled with extra care.
Our standard service includes a dedicated vehicle sized for your load, a trained removals team, loading, transport and unloading at your new address. We provide protective blankets and securing straps as standard. Optional extras include packing materials, full or part packing, dismantling and reassembly of certain furniture, and short or long-term storage. Your quotation will clearly state what is included so there are no surprises on the day. If you need anything additional, we are always happy to discuss it in advance.
Many man-and-van operators offer cheap rates but may lack insurance, training or proper equipment. Our service is a fully professional removals operation: fully insured vehicles, experienced staff, protective materials and clear booking terms. We plan each move, confirm timings, and take responsibility for the safe handling of your belongings and respect for the properties involved. This reduces the risk of damage, delays or disputes. For most students, especially those with valuable electronics or instruments, the added peace of mind is well worth the modest difference in price.
For peak times – such as the start and end of term, or popular weekend dates – we recommend booking at least two to three weeks in advance. This gives you the best choice of time slots and allows us to plan around hall check-in times and building access rules. Outside these periods, we can often accommodate bookings with much shorter notice. If your dates are not fixed yet, you can still contact us for a provisional quote and advice, then confirm the final details once your plans are settled.
