Removals Arlesey

Packing for a UK Move

At Lund Conlon, we understand just how important it is to use only the best packing materials for your move.

We train our staff to pack and wrap your precious belongings carefully and skillfully in order to avoid damage to your property.

On your move day, the removal team will arrive with all the materials required to carry out your move.

Your belongings will be carefully placed into a range of different-sized boxes.

Depending on what is being packed; books, clothing, glassware, china, pots, and pans, our team are fully prepared to pack any items you may have.

We are proud to say that our cartons are made from environmentally friendly materials so can be fully recycled.

Bubble wrap and tissue paper are used to protect your fragile items.

Anything requiring specialist care, such as antiques, will be packed in made-to-measure wooden crates for extra protection.

You may be relocating to a new home a few miles away or traveling thousands of miles to an international destination.

Irrespective of the distance, our comprehensive knowledge of the packing process will mean your effects will arrive safe and sound

There is rarely a situation we have not encountered.

You can rest assured that you are in safe hands with Lund Conlon Removers & Storers.

Packing for a European or International Move

Lund Conlon has as many years of experience in moving people to Europe and Internationally as it has within the UK.

The packing process is largely the same for moves further afield, however, extra padding and covering will be used to minimize movement during transport.

As the packing commences, the team will complete a comprehensive inventory of all your belongings as each box is filled or item wrapped.

Our experienced pre-move surveyor will provide you beforehand with the customs regulations pertaining to your destination country.

Depending on where in the world your consignment needs to go, your effects could travel by sea, air, or road.

International consignments are generally containerised, and sent by sea.

Journey times vary according to country, but, it can take several weeks for your consignment to arrive at its destination countries port of entry.

It is vital that everything is secure and well packed as these large vessels often encounter rough seas.

Long road journeys are also subject to a lot of vibration which can sometimes result in load shifting. Protecting and securing the load tightly is  imperative.

Irrespective of how your goods are transported Lund Conlon’s first-class packers work hard to make sure that everything arrives in one piece.

Insurance

No matter how meticulously our moves are carried out, there are risks involved which are outside our control. Transporting your consignment is a classic example.

Whilst we may have packed and loaded your effects with utmost care and attention, there is always a possibility, however slight, that an accident could occur whilst they are in transit.

If you provide us with an insurance declaration of the value of your goods, the amount of our liability to you in the event of loss or damage to those goods will be a maximum of £50,000.

We can accept insurance liability for a higher amount, in which case we may make an additional charge.

If you decide not to take out any insurance with us, you may find your own house insurance has some form of cover for goods in transit.

For anything we move for you which is not covered by either your own or our insurance, in the event of any loss or damages, caused by negligence or breach of contract on our part.

Our liability to you will be assessed as a sum equivalent to the cost of their repair or replacement, subject to a maximum liability of £40 per item. Our surveyor will be happy to explain your options.

Arlesey Property

Arlesey is considered a relatively affordable location.

Quite a bonus when you consider its proximity to London.

Many buyers hail from the capital and have come in search of a larger property both inside and outside.

The town also caters to first-time buyers eager to get a foot on the property ladder.

Homes for sale vary from one-bed apartments right through to large five-bedroom detached properties.

The vast majority of sales in Arlesey during the last year were terraced properties.

These sold for an average price of £362,326.

True to its family-friendly reputation, most homes for sale currently fall within the 3-4 bedroom category. Over 90% of properties are considered family-sized.

The best way to find out if there is a home suited to your specific requirements is by visiting some of the local estate agents in the area.

There are a few to consider:

• Country Properties
• Gothic Estates.com
• Satchells 

Arlesey Council Information

When you are planning your move to a new location there is much to do.

Not only do you have to think about telling everyone you are moving out, but you must do the same when you arrive at your new property.

Of course, family and friends need to be notified of your whereabouts.

Aside from that, there is a connection to utilities to organise. Broadband services must be dealt with asap. Your TV License, HMRC, DVLA and the list goes on.

You will find that your local and district council will be a real source of useful information in this regard.

Arlesey is covered by Central Bedfordshire Council.

From their website, you can arrange numerous practicalities.

Council tax, waste and recycling, schools, health and social care issues, and leisure opportunities are all details you can find on the council website.

It pays to spend some time navigating the site to familiarise yourself with what is available.

Arlesey Town Council is another great source of useful information.

From here you can find out about up coming town events, about the town’s history, village hall and library information and much more.

Schools & Education in Arlesley

There is a mix of two and three-tier systems depending on which council your area falls within right across the county.

The town may be small but Arlesey is home to some very good schools

The Ofsted “outstanding” Fairfield Park state Lower School is a top choice with parents.

There are several other lower schools including Gothic Mede and Raynsford Church of England Academy. Both these are rated as “good” following their most recent inspections.

The local high school is Etonbury Academy. The school boasts the best GCSE results in the county.

Rated good by Ofsted the Government watchdog noted that “Pupils enjoy attending and feel safe. Leaders have high expectations for pupils’ behaviour. There is a culture of tolerance and acceptance of the views of others.”

Many schools in the county offer sixth-form education. Alternatively, one of the main further education providers in the district is Shuttleworth College.

Plus, for those moving on to higher education Bedfordshire is in the centre of an academic ‘golden triangle’. Sandwiched between Oxford, Cambridge, and London Universities.

Transport Connections in Arlesley

Bedfordshire excels in the connections department.

Arlesley lies on many of the main transport routes which link London to the Midlands, Northern England, and the rest of the UK.

Two of England’s six main trunk roads pass close to the town. The main A1 to the East and the A6 to the West.

The A1 runs from Luton, right up to Leeds and offers stops at other large towns and several cities along the way.

Local train services are run by several large companies, West Midlands Trains, The East Coast Main Line, and The Midland Main Line.

Between them, they manage to cover pretty much all major locations in the county and well beyond.

Bus services are regular and they are managed by Stagecoast East. Visit their website to access the local bus timetable.

Attractions in and Near Arlesey

Life has become so busy it often seems to be all work and no play.

Not so when you live in the county of Bedfordshire.

When we finally do have some spare time to relax and share with the family, it’s great to know that no matter where you live in Bedfordshire, you will never be short of attractions.

Here are just some of Bedfordshire’s best-loved tourist attractions:

• Pendleton Sports Centre 
• Henlow Bridge Lakes
• Woburn Safari Park
• Woburn Abbey
• Whipsnade Zoo
• Mead Open Farm
• John Bunyan Museum
• Panacea Museum
• Chiltern Hills
• Shuttleworth Collection