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Removals Cranfield
Removals Cranfield handled by Alltime Removals means a survey-led move from a Bedfordshire family firm trading since 2002. Cranfield sits on the western edge of the county between Bedford and Milton Keynes, close to the M1 at Junction 13, and we cover the village and its estates regularly from our depot at Nimbus Park in Houghton Regis. We are MoveAssured approved, an AIM member and RHA accredited, and every move is fully insured for goods in transit and public liability.
Removals Cranfield: planning a move in a growing village
Every job starts with a free, no-obligation home survey. An adviser visits your Cranfield property, walks each room, checks the access at the kerb and the door, and notes anything that needs dismantling before it moves. The written quote that follows is fixed before you commit, with no additions on the day.
Cranfield is a mix of an older village core and a large amount of newer development, and the two move very differently. We confirm the right vehicle for your street, agree where the van will stand, and set a start time that keeps the load moving. Furniture leaves the property in bespoke Defenda Guard protective covers as standard.
Because Cranfield University and the airfield draw people to the area from across the country and abroad, we also handle a steady number of longer-distance moves into and out of the village, planned from the same survey-led basis as a local one.
Access in Cranfield: new estates and the older core
Much of Cranfield is modern housing, and the newer estates off Crawley Road, Mill Road and the developments toward the university have wider roads and driveways that are straightforward for a removal lorry. The catch on these estates is the cul-de-sac courts and allocated parking bays, where turning space for a long vehicle is tight and some developments have their own management rules on loading. We check those before the day rather than discover them on arrival.
The older core around the High Street, Court Road and Lodge Road is a different job. Frontages are narrower, on-street parking is busier, and a large lorry sometimes needs a reserved loading position. For any address that needs one, we advise on arranging a temporary parking suspension with Central Bedfordshire Council a few working days ahead.
Cranfield is reached from the A421 corridor between Bedford and Milton Keynes and sits close to the M1, so the through-routes are good, but the village roads themselves fill during the university and school run. We time departures around that where the job allows.
Secure storage at Nimbus Park for Cranfield moves
If your completion date slips, or you are relocating to Cranfield from further afield and need to bridge a gap, our individually alarmed storage units at Nimbus Park in Houghton Regis are within easy reach of the village. Each unit is dedicated to one customer, accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and priced by the cubic foot, so you only pay for the space you use. Storage is available short or long term with no fixed minimum, and your adviser prices the removal and the storage together in one written quote.
Our removals and storage services
House removals
From family homes on the newer estates to older properties in the village centre, we cover every property type in Cranfield. We survey first, quote in writing, and plan the day around your access. Furniture dismantling and reassembly is included as standard.
Packing service
Our packing runs from a breakables-only pack of china and glassware up to a full pack and unpack with material disposal. We supply book boxes, tea chests, bubble wrap, tape and wardrobe boxes, and the crew that packs your home is the crew that carries and unloads it.
What affects the cost of a Cranfield move
No two Cranfield moves price the same. The main variables are volume, access, distance and whether storage is needed.
Volume is the primary driver. A two-bedroom estate home and a large detached near the university need different crew sizes and vehicles, so we price from a room-by-room inventory rather than a bedroom count.
Access adds cost when it adds time. A tight cul-de-sac court with a long carry to the door, or an older street that needs a parking suspension, takes longer than a straight load from a driveway. We factor that in at the survey.
Distance matters for the longer relocations Cranfield sees through the university and the airfield. A local move within the county is a shorter day than a national one, and the quote reflects that.
We do not publish fixed prices, because every job is different, and we do not claim to be the cheapest. The free home survey is the only way to give you a number that is accurate for your property.
Towns we cover around Cranfield
Cranfield sits between two of the larger towns we serve, so moves in and out of the village are a regular run for us. As well as Cranfield itself, we cover Bedford to the north-east, Milton Keynes to the south-west, and Ampthill, Marston Moretaine and the surrounding Central Bedfordshire villages. Longer moves out of the county are handled from the same Houghton Regis depot.
What our Cranfield customers say about us
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Amazing service... nick and the guys all put in a great effort to pack up and move our home all in one day! Took care of everything from start to... read more
chris vrahimis
October 27, 2024We had Nick & the Alltime Removals team come Yesterday and do a full pack and move. From a 3 bed 2nd floor maisonette to a 3 story town house.... read more
Sabrina Miller
October 27, 2024I am really pleased with All time removals team. They packed our flat for us and made my mother’s move stress free. The team was quick and professionally packed and... read more
Manu Mathew
September 27, 2024 -
We used Alltime Removals & Storage for our move from Buckingham to St Leonards on Sea, so quite a distance for them to travel. From the time we were visited... read more
G M
August 27, 2024Nick and the team moved us from Bucks to Shropshire. 5 star service from start to finish! Nick took the time to call regularly with updates and support. Moving is... read more
Nick Hall
August 27, 2024Nick and his team were absolutely superb. Lots of care and attention with nostalgic items. Really went above and beyond. Would highly recommmend.
Matty B
March 27, 2024 -
Nick and the team were completely brilliant, absolutely seamless move due to their professionalism and efforts on the day. Would absolutely recommend.
Jack McGarry
March 27, 2024Great team,great attitude,on my recent move from StAlbans to StAlbans Redbourn on behalf of StAlbans and District Council.Being disabled,full assisted move,packing, dismantling and the move itself.Rubbish clearance and certified disposal.Great... read more
john allen
March 27, 2024Trustworthy, friendly and helpful staff, moved us taking care of everything. Fair pricing as well, others quoted far higher. Highest recommendation from me.
Jim Peacock
January 27, 2024 -
Excellent service Nick and team paid attention to detail protected special personnel items I thank them for their service
Alan Payne
December 27, 2023All Time Removals what a team! So professional and totally focused on customer care. I cannot recommend this firm too highly. We moved quickly and without any fuss... read more
Jeremy Morrison
December 27, 2023Nick and team did a fabulous job moving me. It was as stress-free as it could be. Communication was great throughout the whole process. On the day the guys were... read more
Janet Hope
December 27, 2023 -
Yesterday we used all time removals. I just wanted to say BIG THANK YOU to the 2 gents that came and done everything for us very carefully and didn’t rush... read more
Muhammed Rahman
November 27, 2023Having moved into a house that needed serious renovation, I ended up moving three times within 15 months to stay in a rental while the works were being done. Given... read more
Keat Liew
November 27, 2023Nick and his team arrived early and were efficient and extremely friendly. They did everything we asked them to do and nothing was too much trouble. When arriving at the... read more
Dave Farr
November 27, 2023 -
The team work so hard and are 100% reliable! It’s the second time I’ve use Nick and his men and they are fantastic!
Jane Matthews
November 27, 2023Big thank you to All Time Removals - they came to the house & quoted for removals cost, estimated accurately how many boxes we needed, took the time to give... read more
Hannah Goodman
November 27, 2023Alltime removals were fantastic from start to finish, the team of 3 arrived on time, were respectful, friendly and so helpful with everything - highly recommend.
Shaista Nisar
November 27, 2023 -
Moving day can be very stressful and Alltime Removals and Storage helped make the day run smooth. They were friendly and efficient in what they were doing. I would definitely... read more
Natalie Watson
November 27, 2023Really friendly, helpful guys! They took care of our possessions as if they were their own. They went above and beyond to make our move as smooth as possible. I... read more
Chris Warnock
November 27, 2023Alltime Removals & Storage helped me move. Service was great. Staff professional and very friendly.
Renate Lejina
November 27, 2023 -
Excellent removal company. They are very professional from start to finish. The whole team are dedicated to excellent customer service and taking the stress out of moving. ... read more
Steven Ford
June 19, 2023We used All Time Removals for our house move in June 2023 and could not recommend them enough. Prior to our move, Nick was really friendly, helpful and accommodating with... read more
Rebecca Dellar
June 17, 2023Excellent service provided from Alltime Removals moving me from Luton to Dunstable hassle free ,100% satisfaction , definitely recommend 👌🏼
anthony richards
June 14, 2023 -
I had All-time Removals pack and Move me from Wembley to Rickmansworth last month .From the phone call for a quote to the pack and move I can't thank them... read more
Brendan Reilly
June 13, 2023Nick & his team are amazing. They took away all the stress and helped us move home. We couldn’t have done it without him. Super professional, organised and so understanding... read more
Maria Fallanca
June 13, 2023Very professional, polite, and very hard workers will definitely recommend this company
liza themistockli
June 13, 2023 -
Really happy with the team, they were polite and worked extremely hard. Couldn’t be more happy with how the move went. Defiantly recommend!
lee cliff
June 13, 2023Would give more stars if I could! Nick and his team are fantastic! Handled a huge complicated move with absolute ease. Very understanding and accommodating. Guys worked fast and efficiently... read more
Lauren
June 13, 2023AMAZING SERVICE !! Would definitely recommend and will use again. They took delicate care of moving all my stuff. Thanks again nick . ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Darren D
June 13, 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you cover removals in Cranfield?
Yes. We handle house removals, packing and secure storage across Cranfield and the surrounding Central Bedfordshire villages. Tell us your moving date, your current address and where you are going, and we will arrange a free home survey and a written quote.
Do you handle moves for people relocating to Cranfield University?
Yes. The university and the airfield bring people to Cranfield from across the country and overseas, and we handle both local moves and longer-distance relocations into and out of the village. Every one starts with a survey so the quote reflects the actual distance and access.
Can a removal lorry access Cranfield's newer estates and cul-de-sacs?
Usually yes, as the newer estates have wide roads and driveways. The point to plan for is the cul-de-sac courts and allocated bays, where turning space is tight and some developments have loading rules. We confirm the vehicle and the loading position for your specific street at the survey.
Do I need a parking suspension for a Cranfield move?
On the older streets around the High Street and Court Road, a temporary parking suspension is sometimes needed to secure a loading position. Central Bedfordshire Council handles these, and we advise you on what to apply for and when, usually a few working days before the move.
How far is your depot from Cranfield?
Our depot is at Nimbus Park in Houghton Regis, a short drive from Cranfield within the county. That keeps us close enough for early starts and for short-notice bookings when a date changes.
Do you offer storage between completion dates?
Yes. Our individually alarmed units at Nimbus Park are available short or long term, with 24-hour access, seven days a week, priced by the cubic foot. If your sale completes before your purchase is ready, we move you out on the day and hold your belongings until the new property is ready.
Are you insured, and what accreditations do you hold?
Yes. We carry full goods-in-transit and public liability insurance on every move. We are MoveAssured approved, an AIM (Association of Independent Movers) member and RHA (Road Haulage Association) accredited, all of which require insurance and training standards to be maintained.
Get a removals quote for Cranfield
Call the team on 01582 753 329 or request your free quote through our quote form. Book your free home survey today and we will put a written price for your removals Cranfield move in front of you before you commit to anything.
