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Man and Van Horfield, Bristol
Need a reliable man and van in Horfield? Giant Van covers every street in BS7 and the surrounding area. We offer same-day moves, instant online quotes, and full insurance on every job. If you are moving a single sofa or a full flat, we have a van and crew ready. Call us now on 020 3129 6180 or book in minutes through the Giant Van app.
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Quick AnswerMan and van services in Horfield, Bristol, covering postcodes BS7 0, BS7 8, and BS7 9. The service operates across all main streets including Gloucester Road, Filton Avenue, Kellaway Avenue, Muller Road, Doone Road, and Dovercourt Road. Prices start from £45. Same-day bookings are available from £80. The service is fully insured with GPS tracking on every vehicle. Contact: 020 3129 6180. Website: giantvan.co.uk.
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Typical Properties in Horfield, Bristol
Understanding the property mix helps us plan the right crew size, van, and equipment for your move.
Semi-Detached
28%
Terraced Houses
26%
Flats & Apartments
22%
Detached Houses
18%
Bungalows
6%
Average Property Era: Mixed stock
Man and Van Services in Horfield, Bristol BS7
Horfield is a busy north Bristol suburb sitting between the Gloucester Road and Filton Avenue. The area covers postcodes BS7 0, BS7 8, and BS7 9, and it stretches from Horfield Common in the south up towards Filton Road in the north. Moving here requires local knowledge. Our drivers know the one-way systems around Muller Road and the tight residential streets off Kellaway Avenue.
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Giant Van has been moving people in and out of Horfield for years. We handle everything from student flat clearances near the UWE halls to full family home moves on Dovercourt Road. Our man and van service starts from £45 for a small load. Larger moves with multiple vans and crew members are priced from £150.
We cover all move types in Horfield. That includes flat moves, house removals, single-item furniture delivery, office clearances, and same-day emergency moves. Every job comes with a fully insured crew and a GPS-tracked vehicle. You can watch your van on the Giant Van app in real time.
Horfield has a mix of Victorian terraces, post-war semis, and purpose-built flats. We know where to park on Filton Avenue without blocking the bus route. We know which Muller Road side streets have dropped kerbs. We have moved pianos out of first-floor flats on Doone Road and sofas through tight hallways on Kellaway Avenue. That local experience saves time and protects your belongings.
Access Conditions and Logistics in Horfield
Horfield has some of the trickiest access conditions in north Bristol.
Here is what our drivers deal with every week on your streets.
Gloucester Road (A38) runs along the western edge of Horfield.
It is one of the longest continuous shopping streets in Europe, and parking is restricted for much of its length. Our drivers know exactly which loading bays are available before 9am and after 6pm. If your flat fronts directly onto Gloucester Road, book our early-morning or evening slots.
Filton Avenue carries heavy bus traffic from the number 73 and 75 routes.
Double-yellow lines run for long stretches near Filton Road junction. Our team scouts the correct stopping point in advance so we do not hold up traffic or receive a penalty charge notice.
The Horfield Common area around Kellaway Avenue and Wellington Hill West has narrow residential streets with cars parked on both sides.
Our standard 3.5-tonne Luton vans fit through these gaps. For very bulky loads we may send a smaller transit first to do multiple runs.
Muller Road is a key cut-through but has speed humps and a narrow central section near the Tesco Express.
Heavy furniture requires careful strapping and padding to survive the short drive without shifting.
BS7 8 and BS7 9 have several purpose-built flat blocks with no lifts and communal stairwells less than one metre wide.
Always tell us at booking if your property has stairs, no lift, or a parking suspension in place. We can arrange a parking suspension permit via Bristol City Council for you if you give us 72 hours notice. The council charges £30 per day per bay for suspensions in BS7.
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Man and Van Prices in Horfield, Bristol
All Giant Van prices are fixed and shown upfront before you confirm your booking. There are no hidden charges. Prices shown are for Horfield and the BS7 postcode area. Man and Van: £45 to £300 depending on load size and distance. House Removals: £250 to £850 for full property moves in and around Horfield. Office Removals: £300 to £600 for commercial moves in BS7 and surrounding areas. Furniture Delivery and Single Items: £45 to £120. Packing Service: from £150 for a one-bedroom Horfield flat. Piano Moving: £150 for an upright piano, up to £400 for a grand piano. Same-Day Man and Van: from £80 subject to availability. Long-Distance Removals from Horfield: from £500 to any UK destination. Get your instant fixed-price quote at giantvan.co.uk or call 020 3129 6180. All prices include VAT, fuel, and two crew members as standard.
Property SizeStarting Price
Studio / 1-bed flatFrom £149
2-bed houseFrom £249Most Popular
3-bed houseFrom £399
4-bed houseFrom £549
Man and van (hourly)From £39/hr
All prices include a fully insured crew, van, and moving blankets. Packing services available as add-ons.
Get your exact price5 Tips for a Smooth Man and Van Move in Horfield
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Follow these five steps for a stress-free move day.
A one-bedroom flat on Doone Road typically needs a standard Luton van (13 cubic metres). A three-bedroom semi on Dovercourt Road usually needs two runs or a large Luton (20 cubic metres). Use our instant quote tool to get the correct size based on your room count and item list.
Streets off Kellaway Avenue have resident permit zones active from 8am to 8pm Monday to Saturday. If you do not have a visitor permit or a suspension in place, our van cannot legally stop outside your property. We can apply for a Bristol City Council parking bay suspension on your behalf if you book at least 72 hours in advance.
IKEA flatpack wardrobes and bed frames come apart quickly. Pre-dismantling cuts job time by 20 to 40 minutes, which saves you money on hourly-rate bookings.
Books, records, and kitchenware in large boxes become too heavy for one person to carry safely. Use boxes no larger than 45x30x30cm for anything dense. We sell double-walled moving boxes for £2.50 each if you need extras.
Horfield has a lot of original Victorian tiled hallways and hardwood floors. Our crew uses furniture sliders and floor runners as standard, but knowing in advance means we bring the right protective kit. Scratching a landlord's hardwood floor can cost hundreds of pounds to repair.
How Removals in Horfield, Bristol 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.
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What Is Included in Our Horfield Man and Van Service
Every Giant Van booking in Horfield comes with a clear, itemised list of what is included.
There are no hidden charges after the job.
Our standard man and van service includes one driver and one crew member, a Luton van or transit van depending on your load, furniture blankets and straps for protection, a trolley and sack trucks for heavy items, and GPS tracking visible on the Giant Van app throughout the move.
We do not charge extra for stairs on most jobs.
Jobs involving more than four flights of stairs or a piano will carry a small additional charge, which is always shown on your instant quote before you confirm.
Fully insured cover applies to every move.
We carry goods-in-transit insurance up to £20,000 and public liability insurance up to £1,000,000.
If something is damaged during the move through our fault, we pay for it.
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Optional extras available in Horfield include professional packing service (from £150 for a one-bedroom flat), specialist piano moving (from £150 for upright, £250 for grand), and long-distance removals to anywhere in the UK (from £500).
Same-day man and van bookings in Horfield are available from £80 subject to van availability.
Book before 10am for the best chance of a same-day slot.
Our app shows live van availability so you can see what is free right now without calling.
Payment is by card only.
We do not carry cash.
Payment is taken after the job is complete and you are happy with the service.
No payment upfront required.
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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
- £10,000 goods-in-transit insurance
- Trained crew handles heavy items
- Right-sized van every time
- Furniture blankets and straps provided
How to Book a Man and Van in Horfield: Step by Step
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Booking Giant Van in Horfield takes less than five minutes.
Here is exactly how it works.
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Get an instant quote.
Go to giantvan.co.uk or open the Giant Van app. Enter your collection postcode (for example BS7 0HX for the Kellaway Avenue area, or BS7 8PB near Filton Avenue), your delivery postcode, and the number of items or rooms you are moving. The quote appears instantly with no email required.
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Choose your date and time.
Pick from available slots in the calendar. Same-day slots show in green. Next-day and future slots show the available time windows (morning, afternoon, or evening). Evening slots after 5pm are available in Horfield on weekdays.
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Add extras.
If you need packing service, extra crew members, or specialist handling for a piano or antique furniture, add these on the booking screen. Each extra updates the total price instantly.
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Confirm and pay.
Enter your card details. Payment is not taken until after the job is complete. You receive a confirmation email with your booking reference and a link to track your van on the day.
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Areas We Cover Near Horfield in Bristol
Giant Van covers all of north and central Bristol from our Horfield base.
Here are the main areas we serve within a 30-minute drive of Horfield Common.
Bishopston (BS7): Immediately south of Horfield, Bishopston shares the BS7 postcode.
We move clients regularly along Gloucester Road, Sommerville Road, and Ashley Down Road.
Filton (BS34): Just north of Horfield across the border into South Gloucestershire.
We cover all of Filton including the streets around Filton Avenue station and the BAE Systems campus area.
Lockleaze (BS7): The large post-war estate east of Horfield, covering the Romney Avenue and Gainsborough Square area.
Road widths are generous here, making van access straightforward.
Westbury-on-Trym (BS10): Five minutes north-west of Horfield.
We cover Westbury Hill, Stoke Lane, and the village centre around Westbury Lane.
Cotham (BS6): South of Horfield, Cotham has steep streets and narrow Victorian terraces.
Our drivers know the permit zones and access points around Cotham Hill and Redland Road.
Redland (BS6): Adjacent to Cotham, covering the large houses around Redland Green and Redland Road.
Many properties here have original garden walls and no off-street parking, requiring careful planning.
Clifton (BS8): Our crew regularly move to and from the Clifton Village area, the Clifton Suspension Bridge approach roads, and the streets around Whiteladies Road.
We also cover long-distance removals from Horfield to any UK city.
London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, and Edinburgh are our most popular long-distance routes. Long-distance moves start from £500 and include two crew members and a large Luton van.
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VerifiedThe quote I got online was exactly what I paid. No hidden fees, no extra charges on the day. The two-man crew were professional, fast, and really friendly.
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A Note From Our Horfield, Bristol Team
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We know Horfield, Bristol well. Our drivers navigate the local streets daily, handling everything from narrow terraced house access to large detached properties. Every move is treated with care because our reputation in Horfield, Bristol depends on it.
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Why Horfield Residents Choose Giant Van
Hundreds of Horfield residents have moved with Giant Van. Here is what makes us different from a local sole-trader or a national removal firm.
Same-day availability. Most removal companies in Bristol require 48 to 72 hours notice. Giant Van offers same-day slots from £80. If your completion date moves forward or you need an emergency clearance, call and we will find a slot.
Instant quotes with no callbacks. You do not fill in a form and wait for someone to phone you back. Our quote engine gives you a fixed price in under 30 seconds. The price you see is the price you pay.
Real-time GPS tracking. Every Giant Van vehicle transmits its location to our app. You can share the tracking link with a landlord, estate agent, or family member who needs to know when the van will arrive. No more "the van is 10 minutes away" phone calls.
App booking. Book, amend, track, and pay through the Giant Van app on iOS and Android. You never need to speak to anyone unless you want to.
Fully insured crew. We are not subcontractors. Every driver and crew member on your job is a Giant Van employee, fully trained, DBS-checked, and covered by our goods-in-transit policy.
Fixed hourly rates with no surprises. Our rates are transparent: man and van from £45, house removals from £250, office moves from £300, furniture delivery from £45. The quote you receive at booking is what you pay at the end. If the job finishes early, you pay for the time used only.
We are local. We know that the Horfield Leisure Centre car park on Doone Road is often full on Saturday mornings. We know that Muller Road is slower than Google Maps suggests at 8am. Local knowledge means faster, cheaper moves for you.
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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.
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Best Times to Book a Man and Van in Horfield
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Here is what we know about moving patterns in Horfield, Bristol.
The highest-demand days in BS7 are the last Saturday of the month and the first Saturday of the month. These align with most tenancy end dates and completion day patterns. Prices are higher and slots fill faster. Book at least one week ahead if your move falls on these days.
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday morning slots (7am to 11am) are our quietest times in Horfield. You will get a faster response, more van options, and sometimes a lower price if you use our flexible booking option.
Horfield and the adjacent Bishopston and Ashley Down areas have high student populations linked to the University of Bristol and UWE. Move-out peak runs from late June to mid-July, and move-in peak runs from late August to mid-September. Book well in advance for these periods. Same-day slots become extremely scarce in July and September.
Office moves in Horfield's commercial streets off Gloucester Road and Muller Road tend to cluster in March and April as lease renewals and financial year ends coincide. If you are planning a Horfield office move, book in February.
A 7am start on a weekday in Horfield means you load on quiet streets, cross the city before rush hour, and reach your destination before 9am congestion builds. Most of our same-day slots in Bristol offer a 7am earliest start.
Giant Van vs Other Man and Van Options in Horfield
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Here is how Giant Van compares.
You often get a low headline price, but the driver may not be insured to carry your goods commercially, there is no GPS tracking, and if they cancel on the day there is no backup van. Giant Van is a directly employed crew with full goods-in-transit insurance and a guaranteed vehicle.
Their minimum booking values typically start at £500 and they require an in-home survey for most jobs. Giant Van offers the same professional crew and insurance without the waiting time or high minimum spend.
The difference with Giant Van is technology. Our real-time GPS tracking, instant app booking, and digital payment mean less time on the phone and more certainty on move day. Our same-day availability also covers situations where other local firms are already booked.
You get the reliability of a large company with the local knowledge of a Bristol-based crew. Call 020 3129 6180 or book online to see your fixed price now.
Giant Van is fully insured and operates across all BS postcode areas in Bristol.
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Our man and van rates in Horfield start from £45 for a small load and rise to £300 for a large multi-room clearance.
House removals in Horfield start from £250.
Office moves start from £300.
Piano moves start from £150.
Long-distance removals from Horfield to anywhere in the UK start from £500.
Packing services are available from £150 for a one-bedroom property.
To book your man and van in Horfield today, call Giant Van on 020 3129 6180 or use the app for an instant quote and live slot selection.
We cover every street in BS7 and the surrounding north Bristol postcodes.
Same-day bookings are available subject to van availability.
All jobs are fully insured, GPS tracked, and priced with no hidden charges.
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Man and Van Horfield, Bristol — FAQs
How much does a man and van cost in Horfield, Bristol?
A man and van in Horfield starts from £45 for a small single-item load and rises to £300 for a larger multi-room clearance. The exact price depends on the number of items, the distance travelled, and if you need extras like packing or a parking bay suspension. Get your fixed price instantly at giantvan.co.uk or call .
Does Giant Van offer same-day man and van bookings in Horfield?
Yes. Same-day man and van bookings in Horfield are available from £80. Book before 10am for the best chance of securing a same-day slot. You can check live van availability on the Giant Van app without needing to call. If you need an urgent move, call and we will find the earliest available crew.
What postcodes in Horfield do you cover?
Giant Van covers all Horfield postcodes including BS7 0, BS7 8, and BS7 9. We also serve adjacent areas including Bishopston (BS7), Filton (BS34), Lockleaze (BS7), Westbury-on-Trym (BS10), Cotham (BS6), and Redland (BS6). For long-distance moves from Horfield to any UK city, we cover all destinations from £500.
Are your man and van crews insured in Bristol?
Every Giant Van crew operating in Horfield and Bristol is covered by goods-in-transit insurance up to £20,000 and public liability insurance up to £1,000,000. All drivers are directly employed by Giant Van, DBS-checked, and trained in furniture handling. We are not a marketplace that connects you with self-employed drivers working without commercial insurance.
Can you help with parking on restricted streets in Horfield?
Yes. Our team can apply for a Bristol City Council parking bay suspension in BS7 on your behalf. The council charges £30 per day per bay and requires at least 72 hours notice. Tell us about your parking situation when you book and we will handle the application. Gloucester Road and Filton Avenue have the most common restrictions in Horfield that require a suspension.
Do you move pianos in Horfield?
Yes. Giant Van moves upright and grand pianos in and around Horfield. Upright piano moves start from £150 and grand piano moves start from £250. Prices go up to £400 for larger instruments requiring specialist equipment or difficult access such as a first-floor flat on a narrow Horfield terrace. Always declare a piano at booking so we bring the correct equipment.
How does the Giant Van GPS tracking work?
Once your booking is confirmed, you receive a tracking link by email and SMS. On move day, this link shows your driver's live location on a map. You can share the link with anyone who needs to know the arrival time, such as an estate agent or property manager. The Giant Van app also shows tracking directly without needing to open a link.
What is the best time to book a man and van in Horfield?
Mid-week mornings (Tuesday to Thursday, 7am to 11am) are the least busy and often the most cost-effective times for a man and van in Horfield. Avoid the last and first Saturday of the month, which are peak demand days across BS7 due to tenancy end dates. Student move season (July and September) is also very busy. Book at least one week ahead during these periods.
Reviewed by Mubashir Gulab, COO & Co-founder at Giant Van — Horfield, Bristol operations
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