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. This 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.

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.

We will pack and loaded your effects with utmost care and attention.

However, there is always a possibility 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 this case we may make an additional charge.

If you choose not to take out any insurance with us, your own house insurance may have 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.

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 Potton

Not just an attractive place to live, Potton also provides everything you need for your day-to-day necessities.

Potton’s historic Georgian Market Square serves as the town’s primary shopping hub, featuring a variety of local shops and businesses.

The Markets run from 9 am to 1 pm in the Market Square surrounded by indispensable small shops.

Tysoe’s is a great example. A hardware store that manages to supply everything from cookware to paint, cookware to key cutting.

While Claytons Butchery and Lucy Jane’s Bakey are excellent local family-run independent businesses.

For your big shop, you can head to nearby Sandy, a quick 7-minute hop away.

Sandy is home to several Co-op stores and a large Tesco Superstore. Ideal for all your general groceries.

Eating out provides an assortment of eateries.

The Coach House is a beautiful example of an 18th Century coaching inn. Sitting in the middle of the town it has a good choice of food and drink on offer.

O’Sarracino is an authentic family-run Italian restaurant serving a range of traditional meals such as pizzas, risottos and fish dishes.

Bedford can be reached in less than 30 minutes and offers a huge selection of retail stores, attractions, and entertainment venues.

Council Services in Potton

For those who are new to Potton, there are some practicalities that need to be addressed.

Issues such as local schools, registering to vote, council tax band and payments, refuse collections etc, all need to be attended to when you move to a new location.

Potton falls under the Central Bedfordshire Council.

From their website, you have a myriad of information at your fingertips.

While Potton Town Council provides a swathe of more local information.

When you need to register at a doctor surgery, contact Greensands Medical Practice.

The surgery is open from 8.30 to 6.30 daily and closed over the weekends with a half day on Thursdays.

A great way to make new friends in the town is by joining a local club. Potton has lots of schemes you can join such as the history society, Potton art group, and the choir.

For more information of local groups click here:

Schools & Education in Potton

Newcomers to the town will find a good selection of schools for younger children within the towns boundary.

Plus, there are several toddler groups for children under official school age such as First Steps Toddler Group.

Depending on the catchment area, a number of schools for younger children are available:

In the centre of town is Potton Primary for children aged 4-11 years. A medium-sized school which Ofsted noted as being “a friendly place where everyone is welcome”.

Sutton CofE VA Lower School is a popular choice. Typically, oversubscribed it, attracts children and families from Biggleswade, Potton and the surrounding villages.

Older children move to the closest secondary school in the area Stratton Upper School located around 3 miles from the town. www.stratton.beds.sch.uk

Perhaps you have a child that requires more specialist educational needs. Ivel Valley School & College provides support for students aged between 3-19 years covering a wide range of disabilities.

Public Transport Serving Potton

When it coms to public transport, Potton is more that adequate and provides a number of options for locals.

Centrebus South provides frequent bus services to Biggleswade, Hitchin, Sandy and Sutton.

Ivel Sprinter runs a return trip each Wednesday to Cambridge (journey time 43 minutes) and every Thursday to St. Neots (38 minutes).

The closest rail station is in Sandy. Services are managed by managed and served by Thameslink and Great Northern. www.thameslinkrailway.com/search-results?q=sandy

Sandy station provides half-hourly trains south to central London (40 mins) and beyond to Horsham, and north to Peterborough.

Driving in Potton

A large portion of residents in Potton commute by car to work.

As the main A1 runs along the west of the town.

This major motorway is the main gateway for reaching larger towns and cities in the region.

Routes to Cambrigde, Bedford, and Luton and more are all totally within a working commute from Potton.

The closest airport is London Luton International, 25 miles from Potton or 50 minutes time-wise.

Even Heathrow and Gatwick are not too long a journey both being around 1½hrs from the town.

Potton Property

Though the towns property portfolio is small, it offers reasonably priced properties in a family-friendly and safe environment, attracting many relocators.

The centre of town is a sought-after location. Many of the towns pretty traditional terraced properties can be found here.

On the market currently is a Grade II listed property a former Public House, in the heart of Potton. It is a prime example of Potton’s older historical buildings that have been re-purposed into stunning characterful homes.

If it is a new build property you are searching for head to Hutchinsons Rise. Sitting just south of the central town area, this neighbourhood provides a choice of properties that were built in 2020.

Overall, Potton’s property market provides a range of options to suit various preferences and budgets, with a focus on family-friendly living and charming period homes.

Potton Renting

Rental prices in Potton have been on the rise over the past two years, mirroring the trend seen across the UK. Increases of up to 10% observed in some areas.

The availability of rental properties in Potton is limited due to high demand.

As a result, renters may find it challenging to secure suitable accommodations, especially in the towns more popular areas.

You may have to widen your search to within a couple of miles of the town for more choice.

Rental options include a small selection of one or two-bedroom homes, as well as larger properties for those with higher budgets.

Prospective renters should be prepared for competitive conditions when searching for rental accommodations in Potton.