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Staines Removals
Helping families on the move since 1857. Contact our friendly team today for a free quote from Surrey's 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 Staines-upon-Thames
Population
8,953 – 2021 Census
Local Authority
Schools
Nearest…
Train Station
Staines
Town centre – Gresham Rd
Airport
Heathrow
5 miles – 12 minutes
Golf Course
Ashford Manor
3 miles – 12 minutes
Waste & Recycling
Lyne Recycling Centre
3.8 miles – 10 minutes
Museum
Spelthorne Museum
Town centre – Elmsleigh Rd
Park
Staines Park
1 mile – 5 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 Quick History of Staines-upon-Thames
50 CE
The first evidence of people moving to Staines are the Romans. They name it Ad Pontes, meaning bridge, and make it the main crossing point outside of London.
969
The first written record appears in a Saxon charter.
1009
Sweyn Forkbeard’s Viking army cross the river here.
1215
A number of the barons and earls who sign the Magna Carta, stay in the town the night before meeting King John at Runnymede.
1218
It becomes a thriving market town, holding three annual fairs.
1222
Henry III gives a great oak from Windsor Forest to help repair the bridge.
1285
A stone marker is placed to indicate the City of London's edge. In the 21st century, a replica will be laid.
1400s
The Blue Anchor pub is constructed and will remain open until 2006. Five of its windows were bricked up (but painted back on to keep it symmetrical) to avoid window tax.
1603
The trial of Sir Walter Raleigh is held at Market Hall, away from London to avoid the plague. Despite questionable evidence, he is found guilty of treason and imprisoned until 1616.
1723
The wooden bridge is rebuilt using stone.
1848
The railway arrives, this has dire consequences for the stagecoach services.
1851
Staines Boat Club is founded.
1864
The world's first linoleum factory is opened by Staines Linoleum Company.
1996
Planning permission is granted for the Two Rivers shopping centre.
2012
The first Staines-upon-Thames day is held to celebrate the formal name change from plain 'Staines' to distance the town from negative links to comedy character Ali G.
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