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Business Est. 1857
British Association
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Newbury Removals
Keeping families on the move since 1857. Contact our team today to get a free quote from the trusted removals experts.
Our Removals Service Includes…
Removals Coordinator
On hand to help you through to your completed move.
Mileage
There are no hidden costs. All our quotes include mileage.
Goods in Transit Cover
Restricted liability is provided as standard.*
Robe Cartons
Clothes travel in style in our robe cartons.
Covers & Blankets
Slot-on, padded covers protect white goods and furniture.
Carbon Footprint Offsetting
To offset carbon emissions we’re planting 2,000 trees.
Uniformed Crew
Our trained crews are DBS checked and carry photo ID.
Recycled Materials
We use recycled/recyclable materials where possible.
Biodegradable Mattress Bags
Mattress bags are used once, then recycled.
Carpet Runners
Floor protection is available for both locations.**
About Newbury
Population
42,265 – 2021 Census
Local Authority
Schools
Nearest…
Train Station
Newbury
Town centre
Airport
Heathrow
45 miles – 48 minutes
Golf Course
Newbury & Crookham
2 miles – 6 minutes
Theatre
Newbury Corn Exchange
Town centre – Market Place
Museum
West Berks Museum
Town centre – The Wharf
Waste & Recycling
West Berkshire Recycling Centre
3 miles – 7 minutes
Extra Services
Packing
Comprehensive expert packing services, from single room, specialist items to complete home contents packing.
Storage
Short and long-term containerised storage. We'll collect from your old home and deliver to your new property.
Packing Materials
Wardrobe cartons, boxes, packing materials, tape, paper wrap. Made from recycled and recyclable materials.
A Very Short History of Newbury
870
The Anglo-Saxon settlement of Ulvritone is rebranded New Burgh, (New Town) and a defensive wall built by Alfred the Great to protect against Vikings.
1080
The manor of Newbury is given to Emulph de Hesdin by William the Conqueror. By this time, it has a regular market and annual fair attracting merchants and trade.
1160
Nearby Thatcham is also granted a market, this doesn’t go down well with the folk of Newbury who stormed the neighbouring town and tore down the stalls, starting a long running feud.
1596
Queen Elizabeth I grants the town a Royal Charter. Take that Thatcham!
1643
The first Battle of Newbury takes place in September 1643 during the English Civil War. The Earl of Essex wins for the Parliamentarians after the King’s army run out of gunpowder.
1644
The second Battle of Newbury is fought in October 1644. King Charles loses both battles and Cromwell destroys Donnington Castle.
1811
Sir John Throckmorton wagers John Coxeter that a coat can’t be made from sheep to shoulders in a single day. Coxeter arrives with two sheep and the famous Newbury Coat is made. The assembled crowd celebrates by cooking the sheep!
1905
Newbury Racecourse opens. During WWII the course is used as a base for the US Army and camp to hold German prisoners of war.
1940
The first of three German bombing raids hit the town. The last raid in 1943 hits a school, killing15 people, including 2 teachers and 3 pupils.
1943
The town contributes to the war effort by raising funds to pay for two Spitfire aircraft.
1970
The M4 motorway arrives taking traffic away from the town.
1985
The first ever mobile phone call in the UK is made by Michael Harrison, son of Sir Ernest Harrison the Chairman of the newly formed Vodafone. The company is still based in the town.
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