Peterborough 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 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

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 Peterborough

Shopping is a pleasure in Peterborough.

There are several great areas which will keep you happily shopping for hours.

Right in the middle of the city is the Queensgate Shopping Centre. A leading retail destination for the area and a fabulous place to spend your time (and your fortune).

FatFace, Office, Monsoon, M&S and Superdry are just a few of the pricier shops located here.

If you are on a budget, no problem because a number of affordable stores have a presence as well.

Primark, H&M, and New Look are here. Primark is one of the largest stores in the complex. It sits alongside TK Maxx, ensuring Everyone’s pocket is catered for.

Queensgate is nicely placed along several major road networks and comes with 2,268 parking spots. Perfect!

Peterborough One Retail Park has won several prestigious awards, including the Revo Gold Award for ‘Best Out-of-Town Retail Scheme in the UK

It also features an exciting variety of garden, home and leisure retailers.

The park hosts a growing events programme featuring regular seasonal activities and craft Fairs.

Westgate Arcade, accessed through Queensgate Shopping Centre, is the home of Independent Retail in Peterborough.

It offers everything from accessories, fashion, essential services, and food.

Working in Peterborough

Having a booming economy of course means that there will be plenty of employment opportunities in Peterborough.

According to its City Council, Peterborough has a history of successful economic growth and continues to act as an attractor for investment and an engine of growth.

Grant Thornton LLP (one of the world’s largest professional services networks of independent accounting and consulting companies) agrees with the council.

In 2021, Grant Thornton reported that “18 of Cambridgeshire’s top 100 firms is based within the town.

The food and beverage firm BGL Group, Russell Burgess, and Ideal Shopping together provided a turnover of £738 million in 2021.

Peterborough’s economy also includes a diverse mix of other sectors.

Advanced manufacturing, aerospace, agriculture, cleantech, small business, and tourism are all incredibly important to the local economy.

Plus, Peterborough has become a hub for small businesses.

It is a cost-effective location for businesses. The city’s low-cost and high-growth economy was cited as a great advantage for start-up digital businesses.

Whilst Peterborough itself manages to generate plenty of employment opportunities, it’s convenient transport links also make it a winner with regard to commuting into London.

The short journey time, well under an hour, has been a major contributor to Peterborough’s growing reputation as a commuter hub.

Schools & Education in Peterborough

If you have your sights set on Peterborough and you are on the move with children, you will want to be assured that the city provides a good quality of education.

Newcomers to the city are faced with plenty of choices as far as primary education goes.

There are 64 state primaries to choose from.

The Beeches Primary School and West Town Primary Academy are both performing particularly well.

11-year-old children then filter into one of the region’s 12 state secondaries.

The King’s (The Cathedral) School ranks number one of the best secondary schools in Peterborough.

Greater Peterborough UTC also for the 11–19-year age group received a “good” rating from Ofsted.

Peterborough College is the major Further Education provider for the town. The college currently admits around 3,500 full-time and 12,000 part-time students.

There is a range of qualifications available including GCSEs, Ordinary and Higher National Diplomas, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, City & Guilds, NVQs, and professional qualifications.

Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is a public university.

A highly regarded university, offering a wide range of courses.

Studies are now conducted at the new purpose-built campus in Peterborough, which opened to students in September.

Public Transport in Peterborough

Undeniably, one of Peterborough’s most prominent features is its highly convenient transport options.

The wealth of transport solutions and links offers those living in the area fantastic connectivity to many exciting UK destinations.

For both rural and urban areas, buses are vital for local people.

It is good to know that the city is well served by regular bus services.

Queensgate Bus Station has several service operators including Centrebus, Stagecoach, Whippet, and Delaine Buses.

The busy Peterborough Railway Station is a transport hub that’s absolutely key to the country’s travel network.

Five trains per hour, a 47 minutes’ journey time into central London’s Kings Cross station, makes light work of the daily commute.

There are also express trains to the Midlands, Yorkshire, Leeds, Newcastle and Scotland too

Key service providers are Thameslink Railway and London North Eastern Railway.

Driving in Peterborough

It is not only the region’s rail and bus services that make it so easy to navigate the region.

Getting around by road is equally as efficient.

Some commuters prefer to drive.

Peterborough has excellent transport links via its many well-planned “parkways”, (specifically built main roads).

The A1 is nearby, a primary route, part of the European route E15.

It broadly follows the path of the historic Great North Road from St Paul’s Cathedral in the heart of London, through Peterborough (Junction 17), continuing north a further 335 miles to central Edinburgh.

Sustainability is an issue that the local council is ardently addressing.

It has already provided 50 miles of cycleways, footpaths, and bridleways to ensure residents’ safety and to encourage local people to navigate the region in an eco-friendlier way.

You can find out more about Peterborough Council’s eco plans for a greener city, by visiting their website.

Property Prices in Peterborough

Location is vital when you are planning to move to a new area.

You need to find a suitable neighbourhood that will suit your own particular needs.

Commuters will want to be sited close to travel links by road or rail, or you may be raising a family, so schools will likely influence where you live.

With Peterborough, you have a multitude of great locations to explore.

Family-friendly locations to look into are Woodston and Wansford plus, the city is surrounded by numerous sleepy villages.

Hampton is absolutely ideal if you need to get to London on a regular basis. It lies well within an easy stroll to the train station.

Homes are very affordable in Peterborough, and you can expect to pay under the national average if you are a budget-conscious buyer.

Renting a Home in Peterborough

The lettings market across Peterborough is incredibly active and demand for rented accommodation is high.

Many buy-to-let landlords are attracted to the city for this very reason. To take advantage of the many investment opportunities available.

Currently, there are several hundred homes waiting to be let spread across Peterborough’s 20 different suburbs.

By far the most abundant properties, accounting for three-quarters of the vacant stock is either one- or two-bedroom homes.

Rental costs are fair, with homes costing far less to rent than in many other areas in the region.

Rental hotspot areas are similar to the buyer’s market; properties close to road and rail links; good schools and the city centre are always in high demand. However, you may want to search outside these areas if you want to bag a bargain.