St Neots 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

You can rest assured that you are in safe hands with Lund Conlon Removers & Storers, there is very rarely anything they have not encountered before.

Packing for a European or International Move

Lund Conlon has just 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 so that you avoid packing anything that could be seen as problematic.

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 and uneven surfaces which can sometimes result in load shifting. Protecting and securing everything tightly is also 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 St Neots

Being the largest town in the county, St Neots is well-stocked with local amenities.

There are a swathe of independent shops to choose from, selling a variety of locally grown produce.

Pop into Gilbert’s Family Butchers. All their produce is fresh and prepared on site, including a great selection of home made sausages and burgers.

For general groceries, St Neots also has all the usual well known supermarkets such as Waitrose, Lidl, and Morrisons.

The largest shopping mall is the Cross Keys Shopping Mall.

All under one roof, the mall is open from 8-6pm daily it is also home to several eateries, a great place to indulge in some retail therapy and socialise.

Located in the Market Square, St Neots Farm & Craft Market is open on the second and fourth Saturday of each month and takes place on the Market Square 8 am – 1 pm.

When the shopping is complete, why not pop into Ye Olde Sun for lunch.

A cosy historical and traditional town centre pub complete with a crackling log fire in the winter.

For anything else, or for a more comprehensive shopping experience, head to Cambridge and Bedford. Combined they provide a plethora of great stores for all ages, tastes, and budgets.

Working in St Neots

If you are searching for employment in or near St Neots, there are plenty of options.

St Neots is an ideal commuter hub. Many local people choose to commute to London for work. It only takes 55 minutes by rail.

Other places nearby which are easy to reach include, Peterborough, Cambridge, and Northampton, all ideal for commuting.

The creative industry, business services, construction, technology, and manufacturing all play major roles in the local economy creating high numbers of jobs.

Work in retail and customer services is always available in St. Neots.

Plus, there are also plenty of fantastic restaurants, bars, and cafés located centrally, ideal for both part-time and full time work.

There are some really great online employment agencies advertising jobs across the Cambridgeshire region.

Reed.co.uk is a particularly popular site, offering as many as 3000 vacancies within a 10-mile radius of St Neots.

There is sure to be a company in the area that is currently looking for candidates fitting your skills and experience, no matter what they may be.

Schools & Education in St Neots

Local children are lucky enough to have access to a range of schooling options.

St Neots provides comprehensive state, special and private education so there are plenty of choices.

Cambridgeshire County Council administers the provision of education for the town, and those new to the area can apply for a school place via their website: Apply for a School Place.

There are a number of well-established primary and secondary schools.

The majority of schools in St Neots falling within Ofsted’s “good” or “outstanding” rating.

There are no further education providers in the town.

The wider county has several particularly good FE colleges which include Hills Road Sixth Form College and Long Road Sixth Form College.

For Higher Education, located in Cambridge, just under an hour by train from St Neots, there are two highly respected universities.

The collegiate and world-renowned University of Cambridge and the local campus of Anglia Ruskin University combined they cater to around 30,000 students.

Public Transport in St Neots

One thing the town is not short of is good connections, one of the main reasons that St Neots is such a desirable location.

Well serviced by rail, the local train station provides a variety of services across the region.

A fast train service is available into St Pancras including additional peak-time commuter services in the mornings and evenings to and from London King’s Cross station.

St Neots is also served by the Stagecoach 905 service which operates between Bedford Bus Station and Cambridge Parkside on a typically half-hourly basis.

In addition, Stagecoach operate a route 66 between St Neots and Huntingdon on a typically hourly frequency six days a week.

Driving in St Neots

Close to the town excellent road links with the A1, A14, and M11 make travel by car both efficient and convenient.

Travel to places such as Cambridge, Bedford and Milton Keynes is very straightforward and fast.

For journeys further afield, six miles to the north of St Neots, the A14 trunk road provides westward and eastward access to the Midlands and East Anglia respectively.

The town sits relatively close to three major airports.

St Neots is within an hour’s drive from London Luton Airport and London Stansted Airport, and has a direct train service to London Gatwick Airport.

A quick getaway abroad is hassle free.

Property Prices in St Neots

Consisting of four main suburbs; Eaton Ford, Eaton Socon, St Neots itself, and Eynesbury, provides prospective buyers with all kinds of options.

Property is notoriously expensive in many areas of Cambridgeshire.

The good news is that buying a home in St. Neots is significantly cheaper than in some locations nearby and in particular Cambridge.

A good assortment of styles is available however, it is the town centre’s little characterful terraced homes that attract attention when they come onto the market.

There is a good smattering of luxury properties on the market the vast majority of which sit on the outskirts of town and face some stunning green areas.

Several relatively newly built apartments are for sale with balconies overlooking the river.

There is no doubt that St Neots and its surroundings make the perfect place to put down roots no matter what you are looking for in your next home.

Renting a Home in St Neots

The lettings market right across the UK has exploded due to a number of factors but in particular the rising cost of buying your first home.

For those who can’t or are not quite ready to purchase their own home, renting is a very viable alternative to buying.

Renting gives you that added time you need to spend searching for your ideal home.

Biding your time will also ensure that you purchase a property in a location which offers your personal situation the best possibilities

However, the problem with renting in St Neots is the lack of availability.

Being so popular has resulted in high demand for rental homes, there are only a few homes vacant for lease within a mile of the town.

Sadly, competition is fierce and rentals are snapped up extremely quickly.

Visiting the local estate agents and introducing yourself personally can make a difference. Many agents have waiting lists for rentals, so get your name down as soon as you can.