Removals in Christchurch, Mudeford and Highcliffe
1st Choice Removals moves homes across Christchurch and BH23, including Mudeford, Highcliffe, Friars Cliff, Burton and Bransgore. We are a family-run Dorset removals and storage company, working since 1990, with free home visits and full-time, uniformed crews.
Where we work in Christchurch
The BH23 postcode covers a wide spread of places, from the historic town centre to New Forest villages. We move homes in all of them:
- Christchurch town: around the Priory, the High Street, the Quay and Purewell
- Mudeford, Stanpit and Friars Cliff: coastal homes close to the harbour and Avon Beach
- Highcliffe and Walkford: family homes, bungalows and seafront apartments on the eastern edge
- Somerford and Burton: estates and newer housing either side of the A35
- Bransgore, Sopley and Hurn: villages and rural properties towards the forest and the airport
Christchurch is part of the BCP Council area, and we cover it as part of our local patch alongside Bournemouth.
Old town streets and coastal access
The oldest part of Christchurch, near the Priory and the Quay, has narrow streets, older buildings and limited kerbside space. Mudeford Quay and some harbourside roads can be very busy in summer.
- We plan where the vehicle will stop at the survey, and whether space needs to be reserved with BCP Council
- For tight streets, we can use a shuttle from a larger vehicle to reach the door
- We avoid the busiest summer times near the beaches wherever your dates allow
- The A35 and A337 can be slow at peak times, so we set start times accordingly
Christchurch homes we move
Christchurch has a lot of bungalows and chalet bungalows, especially in Highcliffe, Mudeford and Burton. There are also period cottages in the old town, large detached family houses and a growing number of apartments, including retirement developments.
Downsizing is common here. If you are moving from a larger home into a flat or bungalow, we can help you decide what to keep and put the rest into storage.
Our decluttering and downsizing guide has practical tips for sorting a house before the move.
A real Christchurch move: to Ashford in Kent
Not every move is local. We moved a client from Christchurch to Ashford in Kent over two days. On day one the crew protected the house, loaded everything and kept it in secure storage overnight.
Day two started early with the drive to Kent, where the crew protected the new house and placed furniture exactly where the client wanted it. Read the Christchurch to Ashford move story, including the client's own review.
How your Christchurch move works
- Home visit: free anywhere in BH23. Book your free home visit.
- Quote: a clear written price, sent by email and accepted online.
- Packing: use our packing service, or buy packing materials individually and do it yourself. Unpacking and furniture dismantling and reassembly are optional extras, charged on top.
- Moving day: full-time, uniformed crew, heavy-duty floor sheeting, padding for banisters, doors and frames, and careful wrapping of fragile items.
- Delivery: furniture placed room by room and beds rebuilt.
Why choose 1st Choice in Christchurch
- Family-run since 1990, started by Alan and Richard Vaughan
- British Association of Removers members since 2011, offering the BAR Advance Payment Guarantee on inland domestic moves
- No agency staff, ever
- Fully insured for goods in transit
- Specialist handling for pianos, antiques and artwork
Call 01202 570970 or email admin@1stchoiceremovals.net.
Your questions answered
Do you cover removals in Christchurch, Dorset?
Yes. 1st Choice Removals moves homes throughout Christchurch and the BH23 postcode, including Mudeford, Highcliffe, Friars Cliff, Stanpit, Somerford, Burton, Bransgore and Walkford. We are a family-run removals and storage company based near Wimborne, and have been moving local households since 1990.
Is a home visit free in Christchurch?
Yes. Free home visits are available across all BH postcodes, including BH23. One of our moving consultants looks at your belongings, stairs, access and parking, and it usually takes around 20 to 30 minutes. It is free, with absolutely no obligation. Book your free home visit and pick a free time slot.
Can you move me from Christchurch to another part of the UK?
Yes. We move people from Christchurch all over the UK. For longer moves, we can load on one day, keep your belongings secure overnight and deliver the next day, as we did for a client moving to Ashford in Kent. We also offer European and worldwide removals if you are moving abroad.
How do you handle parking in Christchurch old town?
We check parking and access at the survey. Some streets near the Priory and Quay are narrow with limited space, and parking is managed by BCP Council, so space may need to be reserved. Where a large lorry cannot get close, we can shuttle belongings with a smaller vehicle to keep the move safe.
Do you help people downsizing to a bungalow or flat in Christchurch?
Yes, it is one of the most common moves we do in the area. We can pack for you, move only the items you are keeping, and put the rest into storage while you decide. Our crews also dismantle and rebuild furniture so it fits your new rooms.
How much does a removal in Christchurch cost?
We quote each move individually rather than publishing set prices. The price depends on the volume, access at both properties, distance, and any packing or storage you choose. After a free home visit you receive a written quote by email, which you can accept online. Book your free home visit or call 01202 570970.
Do you move homes in Highcliffe, Bransgore and the villages near the New Forest?
Yes. Highcliffe, Walkford, Bransgore, Sopley and Hurn are all in the BH23 postcode, so a free home visit is available there too. Rural and village properties can have gravel drives, narrow lanes or long walks from the road, so we check access at the survey and choose the right vehicle for the job.
Is my money protected if I book a Christchurch move with you?
Yes, on inland domestic moves. We have been members of the British Association of Removers since 2011 and offer the BAR Advance Payment Guarantee, which protects money you pay in advance if a member company cannot complete your move. Every move is also fully insured for goods in transit.