Cranfield Removals

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. Thus minimising  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 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

At Lund Conlon we pride ourselves on delivering a first-class service.

However, 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.

This is why we offer our customers insurance cover.

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.

Just speak to our helpful surveyor when he undertakes your house move survey and he can clarify the process for you.

Shopping in Cranfield

No matter where you are considering moving to, you will want to know that there are a few local shops close enough so as not to cause inconvenience.

Along the main retail area of Cranfield Road and High Street, you will discover many of the village’s shops and small businesses.

There is a good-sized Co-op supermarket for your groceries in the village. It is a sizeable branch, so you can get all you need locally if necessary.

A popular spot for locals is the Thrift View bakery. It is the perfect place to enjoy a delicious pastry or sandwich when your shopping is complete.

Just off Cranfield Road, you will find the local doctor’s surgery, and several pubs and restaurants.

For a village of this size, facilities are good. However, the added plus is that when you live in Cranfield, you have easy access to some fantastic places to shop nearby.

With it being such a short hop to Milton Keynes by car or bus, you can take your pick of grocery shops there.

Milton Keynes is a shopaholic’s heaven.

Packed with everything from designer clothing to grocery superstores such as Tesco and Asda, all you could ever want is here.

Not only can you be in Milton Keynes in a matter of minutes, having London in relatively short proximity means you can get your retail fix on a large scale anytime you feel like it.

Working in Cranfield

Cranfield has the capacity to provide work for many local residents.

There are some small businesses in the central area, and some dotted about its periphery. Plus, a proportion of residents travel out of Cranfield for employment.

Having the main campus of Cranfield University in the village means that plenty of residents have found work within the education sector.

There are also a few companies located at the Cranfield University Technology Park. They range from large international companies to small start-ups.

A major company located at the park is The Nissan Technical Centre. The centre designs and develops cars for the European market.

On the same site is the Innovation Centre. It is home to many smaller companies.

The other option is to commute into London, Milton Keynes, Bedford, or Luton.

Each of these locations also provides ample opportunities to find work across a huge selection of sectors.

Schools & Education in Cranfield

If you are ready to make the leap and move to new pastures along with the family, education will play an important part in your decision.

Education in Bedfordshire is operated on the three-tier system which is arranged into lower, middle and upper schools.

Central Bedfordshire Council is now responsible for schools in the village.

The council website is the best place to start when you are ready to enrol your child into a local school.

Applications for school places are processed and based on your child’s address.

Due to its size choices are limited, however, the schools in the village are of a high standard.

Cranfield Church of England Academy & Little Cranes Pre-School is for children ages between 2-9years. Rated as Good by Ofsted.

Holywell School for the 9-13 age group is also an Ofsted-rated “good” school.

Older children of secondary school age travel outside the village to nearby towns in the area to continue their education.

Getting Around Cranfield

Living in Cranfield means you can access a good many large towns and cities by road or rail in no time at all.

The closest rail station is in Milton Keynes (8 miles). From here you can be right in the centre of the capital within an hour.

By car, it is less than 6 miles to junctions 13 and 14 of the M1 which opens up a myriad of easy to reach locations.

To compliment road and rail, there is a frequent university bus service. Services are operated by Uno Bus, it can be also used by the general public.

Most buses travel between Milton Keynes and Bedford every half hour. For a route map and other details visit Uno Buses website.

C1 and C10 buses each run through Cranfield village once every hour during most of the day on weekdays. A list of stops and services can be viewed HERE

Useful Contacts in Cranfield

It is always helpful to newcomers to have some useful local information about Cranfield when they first arrive.

Chatting with neighbours is a great way to get to know what is available to you in the way of services.

Making the effort to chat about local information provides the ideal opportunity to make new friends. It will also help you settle into the community.

You will also need to know some basic things before you even start to make friends.

Here is a list of useful contacts that may come in handy:

Parish Council
Recycling Centre (Located in Ampthill)
Cranfield Doctor Surgery 
Cranfield Dental Practice
Clubs & Groups in Cranfield 
Hartwell Leisure Centre

Cranfield Property

The property market in Cranfield is both busy and varied. There is currently a high demand for properties in the village, but supply is limited.

Homes sell for over the UK national average. However, the average does not quite explain the real situation as some great bargains can be found in Cranfield.

First-time buyers have a good choice of homes offering one-bedroom accommodation.

For a little character, some very appealing listed homes are set along quiet lanes. These do come onto the market occasionally but are snapped up quickly. Church Walk is a good location for this type of property.

Larger homes are spread throughout the village so those moving with families can also find something a little larger to suit them.

Cranfield is expanding, so you will find some well-known construction company developments underway.

Michael Graham and Urban & Rural both offer brand-new homes for sale.

Cranfield Renting

It is not as easy as it used to be to find a property to rent.

Renting a home was once seen as a cheap way to be independent.

These days, the demand for rentals has rapidly outgrown availability and prices are following suit creating an unusual set of circumstances.

As renting a property has increased so much, it has made it increasingly difficult to find suitable accommodation at the right price.

With the latest increases in mortgage rates, first-time buyers are now struggling with their mortgage applications. Banks and building societies have now become less willing to lend.

It could prove problematic if you intend to rent a home in or near Cranfield. Sadly, there are very few homes to lease within the village.

You may want to consider widening your search to a three-mile radius which will increase the number of vacant homes available quite considerably ensuring you will find something to suit your circumstances.