How to Relocate Your Compact Home Without the Stress

Tiny house moving costs in the UK typically range from £500 to £3,500 depending on distance, the size and weight of the structure, and the complexity of the route.

Short local moves of under 50 miles for a standard THOW on a single-axle trailer sit at the lower end. Long-distance or wide-load moves requiring escort vehicles and special permits push costs higher.

The main factors that affect your quote are:

- Distance from origin to destination - The width and height of the structure (anything over 2.9m wide needs a permit) - Weight of the home (most THOWs sit between 3,500kg and 7,500kg) - Road access at both ends of the move - Whether temporary dismantling is needed (e.g., awnings, rooftop kit) - Time of year and traffic conditions on the planned route

Giant Van provides fixed-price quotes after an initial assessment.

There are no hidden fuel surcharges or last-minute additions. Call and we will give you an honest figure before any work begins.

It is worth comparing this cost against the alternative of hiring a low-loader independently without specialist knowledge.

Damage to a poorly secured tiny home during transit can run into thousands of pounds in repairs, so getting it right first time saves money overall.

The UK has specific rules that govern how large and heavy structures can travel on public roads.

Understanding these rules matters if you are moving a THOW, a park home, or any other compact structure.

Width is the most common trigger for permit requirements.

Any vehicle or load over 2.9m wide requires a Special Types permit under the Road Vehicles (Authorisation of Special Types) General Order 2003 (STGO). Loads over 3.5m wide need prior notification to the local highway authority and may require a police escort.

Height restrictions apply on certain routes, particularly under railway bridges and in older town centres.

The standard legal height for road vehicles in the UK is 4.95m. Above this, route planning must check every structure along the planned path.

Weight limits vary by road class and axle configuration.

The vehicle and load combined must not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating of the transport unit. For heavier tiny homes, a heavier-rated low-loader and possibly a secondary support vehicle are needed.

Local planning rules also apply at the destination.

Placing a tiny home permanently on land in England requires planning permission in most cases, as it is treated as a material change of use. Temporary siting rules differ by local authority.

Giant Van keeps up to date with these regulations and handles the permit process for you.

We have completed moves under STGO across England, Scotland, and Wales.