Furniture Courier Service for Large Items Across the UK
Moving furniture is hard work. Hiring a van and doing it yourself risks damage, injury, and a wasted Saturday. Giant Van's furniture courier service handles collection, careful loading, and delivery to any UK address. Whether it's a single sofa or a full flat clearance, we carry it safely and on time.
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A furniture courier service across the whole of the UK mainland, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Bristol, Sheffield, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Cardiff, and all surrounding areas. We are based in London and offer same-day collection across Greater London postcodes.
Long-distance deliveries are available to any UK mainland postcode.
Message us in the live chat to check availability and get a fixed price for your specific route.
- £500Transit Insurance
- Same DayAvailability
Local Property Guide
Understanding the property mix helps us plan the right crew size, van, and equipment for your move.
Courier Services: Reliable and Transparent
A furniture courier service collects large or bulky items from one address and delivers them to another, without you needing to hire a van or do the heavy lifting yourself. It sits between a standard parcel courier (which won't touch a three-piece suite) and a full removal company (which packs your entire house).
Giant Van operates as a man and van furniture courier. You book a collection date and a delivery date, we send a driver with the right size vehicle, and your furniture arrives in the same condition it left. We cover single items like armchairs and dining tables as well as multi-item loads such as bedroom sets or office clearances.
The service suits people who are buying second-hand furniture from Facebook Marketplace or eBay, moving out of a rented flat, sending a gift to a family member, or clearing a property after a bereavement. You don't need to be present at both ends if you arrange access with the relevant party.
Bookings are straightforward. Tell us what you're moving, where it's going, and when you need it done. We give you a fixed price before we arrive. There are no surprise charges on delivery day. Our team handles the lifting, so you don't have to.
Logistics and Planning for Courier Services
Furniture courier costs depend on four main factors: the size and weight of the item, the distance between collection and delivery, whether stairs or a lift are involved, and how quickly you need the job done.
As a rough guide, a single sofa moved within London typically starts from around £60 to £90.
A full bedroom set moved from London to Manchester might cost £150 to £250. These are estimates only. The most accurate way to get your price is to describe the items and addresses via our quote form or call for an instant figure.
Giant Van charges a fixed price per job.
You pay one amount that covers the driver, the vehicle, fuel, and the labour. Parking difficulty and stair carries are costed into your quote from the access details you give us, not sprung on you as a hidden fee once you're on the road.
If the job involves a piano, a safe, or anything requiring specialist equipment, we'll tell you upfront.
Same-day and next-day slots cost a little more than standard bookings, because they require us to reorganise existing routes.
Weekend rates are similar to weekday rates. We recommend booking at least 48 hours ahead when possible for the best availability and pricing.
Furniture Courier Pricing Guide
Prices vary by item size, distance, and access. Below are typical starting points to give you a sense of cost. All prices are subject to survey and confirmed at the quote stage.
Single armchair or small item, within London: from £50
Sofa (two or three-seater), within London: from £70
Double mattress, within London: from £60
Wardrobe (flat-packed), within London: from £80
Sofa, London to Birmingham (approx. 120 miles): from £130 Full bedroom set (bed frame, wardrobe, chest of drawers), London to Manchester: from £200
Stairs, lifts, long carries from the vehicle, and weekend bookings are factored in at the quote stage. Same-day jobs carry a premium of approximately 25% over the standard rate. For an accurate price, message us in the live chat or use the quote form. We don't charge for quotes and there's no obligation to book.
All prices include a fully insured crew, van, and moving blankets. Packing services available as add-ons.
Work Out Your Moving CostSmart Prep for a Smooth Courier Services
Flat-pack furniture, bed frames, and dining tables are much easier to transport in pieces. Remove legs, glass inserts, and drawers before our driver arrives. Keep the fixings in a labelled bag taped to the main piece.
Use bubble wrap or old blankets to protect glass, mirrors, and polished wood surfaces. If you don't have packaging materials, ask us when booking as we can bring basic wrapping supplies for a small additional charge.
Before booking, measure the widest point of your furniture and the narrowest point of the exit route, including corridor bends. If a sofa can't get out of the front door without tilting, let us know so we can plan the carry angle in advance.
Move shoes, bags, and small furniture away from doorways and hallways on the day of collection. Our driver needs a clear route from the item to the vehicle.
Our drivers work to a schedule. If you're not available at the booked slot, we may not be able to wait, and a rebooking fee may apply. Text updates are sent before arrival so you know exactly when to expect us.
How Removals Work
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Tell us about your move
Enter your collection and delivery addresses, select your property size, and list any large items. See a fixed price in under 60 seconds.
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Choose your moving day
Pick a date and time slot that works for you. Add packing materials or extra helpers if you need them.
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Relax while we move you in
A fully insured crew arrives on time, wraps and loads your belongings, and delivers everything to your new home.
Courier Services: What Every Customer Receives
When you book Giant Van's furniture courier service, you get more than just a driver with a van.
Here's what every job includes.
A trained driver and assistant for heavy items.
Our standard crew for large furniture is two people: a driver and a helper.
Between them, they can safely carry sofas, wardrobes, double mattresses, and chest freezers without risk of injury or scratching walls.
The right vehicle for the job.
We use Luton vans and box vans with tail lifts for heavy loads, sprinter vans for medium items, and small transit vans for single-chair or small table jobs.
You don't pay for a Luton when a sprinter will do.
Blanket wrapping during transit.
All large items are padded with moving blankets inside the van to prevent scuffs and pressure marks during the journey.
This is standard on every job.
A fixed-price quote before we start.
You agree the price before we collect.
No post-job invoices with extras attached.
Real-time driver tracking on the day.
You get a text or call from the driver when they're 30 minutes away, at both collection and delivery.
No need to wait in all day.
What is not included: packing boxes and packing materials (available on request at extra cost), specialist hoisting equipment for items that cannot pass through doorways or windows (this must be quoted separately), and disposal of unwanted furniture (though we do offer a clearance service if you ask at the time of booking).
DIY Move vs Professional Removal
DIY Move
- Van hire: £80–200 per day plus fuel
- No transit insurance for belongings
- Physical effort and injury risk
- Friends needed — plans fall through
- Multiple trips if van too small
Professional Removal
- Fixed price — no surprise charges
- £500 goods-in-transit insurance
- Trained crew handles heavy items
- Right-sized van every time
- Furniture blankets and straps provided
The Courier Services Booking Journey
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Booking your furniture courier takes less than five minutes.
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Here is how the process works from start to finish.
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Step 1: Get a quote.
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Use the online quote form on this page or call.
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Describe your items (type, approximate dimensions, weight if known), the collection address, and the delivery address.
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Include floor levels and any access restrictions such as narrow corridors or no parking.
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Step 2: Confirm your booking.
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You pay in full when you book — there's no deposit and nothing to pay on the day.
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Where Giant Van Does Courier Services
Giant Van operates throughout England, Scotland, and Wales.
Our base is in London, which means we're particularly strong for same-day and next-day collections in the Greater London area, but we run long-distance routes to all major UK cities on a regular schedule.
Common routes we cover include London to Manchester, London to Birmingham, London to Edinburgh, Bristol to Leeds, and Liverpool to Nottingham.
If your collection and delivery points are both within the UK mainland, we can almost certainly help.
Rural and remote locations are possible but may carry a small surcharge to account for the extra driving time.
We cover postcodes across England, Scotland, and Wales, including Northern Ireland by arrangement.
UK buyers of furniture from online marketplaces often face a practical problem: the seller is 200 miles away and won't post.
Our furniture courier service solves this directly. You pay us to collect from the seller's address and deliver to yours. The seller doesn't need to do anything except have the item ready and let our driver in.
Businesses also use us regularly.
Retailers moving display stock between stores, landlords furnishing rental properties, and estate agents clearing properties ahead of sale are all regular customers. We can invoice businesses directly and provide a proof of delivery document for your records.
For bookings outside London or for multi-stop routes, call and we'll put together a route plan and fixed price.
A Note From Our Drivers
Our drivers navigate local streets daily, handling everything from narrow terraced house access to large detached properties. Every move is treated with care because our reputation depends on it.
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Courier Services: Our Promise
There are plenty of courier and man-and-van services in the UK. Here is what makes Giant Van different for furniture specifically.
We specialise in large and awkward items. Most standard couriers cap their parcels at 30 kg or so. Giant Van exists for the things that don't fit in a parcel: three-seater sofas, double mattresses, six-drawer wardrobes, marble dining tables. Our drivers are experienced at carrying bulky furniture through tight spaces without causing damage.
Fixed prices, agreed before we start. We know how frustrating it is to receive an invoice that's 30% higher than the estimate. Every Giant Van quote is a fixed price. What we tell you upfront is what you pay.
Two-person crews as standard for heavy loads. A single driver can't safely move a double wardrobe. We send the right team for the job, which protects both your furniture and our driver.
Direct communication throughout. You deal with a real person, not an automated system. Call and speak to someone who knows your booking.
No outsourcing. Some courier companies take your booking and then subcontract to whoever is available that day. Giant Van uses its own drivers and vehicles. That means consistent quality and accountability.
We've carried sofas up six flights of stairs, disassembled wardrobe doors in doorways too narrow to pass, and delivered antique dressers without a mark. Our track record speaks for itself.
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When Is the Best Time to Move?
UK moving demand follows seasonal patterns. Off-peak months typically offer lower prices and more crew availability.
Quiet Periods for Courier Services
Furniture Courier vs Other Moving Options
Here's how the main options compare.
Fixed price, professional handling, no van driving required. Two-person crew for heavy items. Prices from £50 for short local moves.
Typical day hire starts around £40 to £80 plus fuel, insurance, and your time. Requires a licence suitable for the vehicle size. Higher risk of personal injury and damage to items or van.
Most refuse furniture. Not appropriate for sofas, mattresses, or wardrobes.
Half-day minimum bookings typically start at £250 to £400. More staff and equipment than most furniture-only jobs require. Less flexible for single items.
Only practical when seller and buyer are close to each other.
Giant Van covers all UK mainland postcodes and offers same-day, next-day, and scheduled bookings.
Giant Van has been moving furniture for customers across the UK for years.
Our drivers know how to wrap a glass cabinet for a two-hour motorway run, how to angle a king-size headboard through a Victorian terrace doorway, and how to park a Luton van on a street with no yellow lines without blocking traffic.
This is practical, hands-on experience you won't get from a general courier booking platform.
We work with private customers, landlords, retailers, interior designers, and removal companies who need overflow capacity.
Every job gets the same level of care, whether it's a £50 second-hand armchair or a £2,000 antique chest of drawers.
Ready to book your furniture courier?
Message Giant Van in the live chat or fill in our online quote form.
We'll confirm your price within minutes and get your furniture moving on a date that works for you.
Fixed prices, careful handling, and real people on the phone when you need them.
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Furniture Courier Service for Large Items Across the UK — FAQs
How much does a furniture courier service cost in the UK?
Furniture courier costs depend on the item size, distance, and access at both ends. A single sofa moved within London typically starts from around £70. A larger load moved from London to Manchester might cost £150 to £250. Giant Van gives fixed prices before the job starts. Call for an accurate quote with no obligation.
Can you collect furniture from a private seller on my behalf?
Yes. This is one of our most common jobs. If you've bought furniture on Facebook Marketplace, eBay, or Gumtree and the seller is too far away to collect yourself, we collect from their address and deliver directly to yours. The seller just needs to have the item accessible and available on the agreed date.
Message us on live chat to arrange this.
Do I need to be at home for the collection and delivery?
You don't need to be present personally, but someone must be available to give access at both addresses unless you've made alternative arrangements such as a key safe or a neighbour holding a key. Our driver will call ahead before arriving. If no one is available at the agreed time, a rebooking fee may apply.
Let us know your access situation when booking.
Will the driver carry furniture upstairs?
Yes. Our standard service includes carrying items up to two flights of stairs as part of the quoted price. Anything beyond two flights may carry a small additional charge, which is agreed at the quote stage before you book.
Please tell us the floor levels at both addresses when requesting your quote so we can price the job accurately from the start.
What areas does Giant Van cover for furniture deliveries?
Giant Van covers all UK mainland postcodes across England, Scotland, and Wales. We are based in London and run particularly strong same-day and next-day services across Greater London. Long-distance routes to Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Bristol, Edinburgh, and other major cities run regularly. Northern Ireland is available by arrangement. Start a live chat to check availability for your route.
How should I prepare my furniture for the courier?
Disassemble items where possible, including removing legs, drawers, and glass panels. Wrap fragile surfaces in bubble wrap or blankets. Measure your doorways and hallways to confirm the item can exit the property. Clear the route from the item to the front door. Have fixings and parts in a labelled bag.
Being ready at the agreed slot avoids delays and keeps costs down for everyone.
Is my furniture insured during transit?
Giant Van operates with goods in transit insurance as standard. This covers items against damage caused by the handling or transport process. High-value antiques or items worth more than standard coverage limits should be declared at the time of booking so appropriate arrangements can be made.
We take care with every item, but please ask about coverage specifics when you call.
Can you move furniture the same day?
Same-day furniture courier bookings are available subject to driver availability in your area. They carry a premium of approximately 25% over the standard rate to account for the short notice and route reorganisation required. Call as early in the day as possible to check same-day availability. For the best availability and pricing, booking 48 hours ahead is recommended.
Sources and further reading
These are the official UK sources that set the rules for a job like this one. Each link goes straight to the source so you can check it yourself. Links open in a new tab.
- Consumer Rights Act 2015
The Consumer Rights Act 2015, which sets what you are owed when goods turn up damaged, late, or not as described.
- Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013
The regulations covering what a trader must tell you before you book, and your right to cancel a service booked online or by phone.
- HSE — Manual handling at work: a brief guide (INDG143)
The Health and Safety Executive's guide to lifting and carrying heavy loads without injuring yourself.
- GOV.UK — apply for a parking permit
Find the council that issues parking permits and bay suspensions for the street you are moving to or from.
All links checked on or after 1 August 2026.
Compiled by the Giant Van editorial team
Giant Van Ltd is registered in England and Wales, company number 16071027.