Man and Van in New Town Edinburgh, Edinburgh
Moving in New Town Edinburgh is not straightforward. Georgian tenements on Princes Street, Queen Street and Heriot Row have shared closes, steep stone staircases and strict parking controls. Giant Van knows every EH1, EH2 and EH3 access point. Our insured crews carry furniture safely through tight common stairwells. We offer same-day bookings, instant online quotes and live GPS tracking.
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Man and van services in New Town Edinburgh (EH1, EH2, EH3) from £54/hr. Same-day bookings available.
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Properties We Cover in New Town Edinburgh
Understanding the property mix helps us plan the right crew size, van, and equipment for your move.
How Giant Van Serves New Town Edinburgh
New Town Edinburgh is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. That status means strict rules around parking, loading and access that catch out removal companies without local experience.
George Street and Queen Street operate controlled parking zones throughout the day. You cannot simply pull a Luton van up to the kerb and start loading. You need to arrive before 8am, time your unloading slot carefully or pre-arrange a suspension through Edinburgh Council. Giant Van handles all of this on your behalf.
The tenement flats on Heriot Row, Abercromby Place and Great King Street are stunning Georgian properties with one significant challenge: narrow common stairwells. Many have no lift. Sofas, bed frames and white goods must be disassembled, blanketed and carried carefully through landings that may be only 80cm wide. Our crews are trained for exactly this kind of property.
Charlotte Square and Moray Place represent some of the most sought-after addresses in Scotland. Residents here expect professionalism and discretion. We arrive in clean, marked vehicles, wear uniform and work quietly. No shouting between crews, no cigarettes outside the front door.
The EH2 postcode covers the heart of New Town. The EH3 postcode takes in Stockbridge to the north and Fountainbridge to the south. EH1 covers the Old Town boundary near Waverley Station. We service all three zones with no additional travel surcharge within central Edinburgh.
Driving Through New Town Edinburgh: What We Know
Giant Van provides a full range of man and van services across New Town Edinburgh.
If you are moving a studio flat near St Andrew Square or clearing a large Georgian townhouse on Randolph Crescent, we have the right vehicle and crew for the job.
Our man and van service starts from £54 per hour.
This covers one driver and one loader, a transit-size vehicle and basic equipment including trolleys, blankets and straps. It suits single rooms, small student flats or single-item deliveries to New Town addresses.
For one-bedroom flats, typical moves in the EH1 to EH3 area cost between £250 and £400.
This covers a half-day slot with a two-man crew and a transit van. Most one-bed moves in Georgian subdivided flats complete within three to four hours.
Two-bedroom properties run from £400 to £650.
New Town two-beds are often conversion flats within large townhouses. They tend to have more furniture than the square footage suggests, and staircase access adds time. We factor this in when quoting.
Three-bedroom houses and larger townhouses start at £650 and range up to £900 for most New Town moves.
If your property is on multiple floors or has a basement level accessed from street level, let us know when booking. We will assign a one- or two-person crew to protect the timeline and your walls.
Luton van hire in Edinburgh is also available for those who prefer a self-load option.
Our Luton vans are fitted with a tail-lift and are available from our Edinburgh depot on request.
Man and Van Prices for New Town Edinburgh
Giant Van pricing for New Town Edinburgh is transparent and fixed. You pay the quote price. Nothing added at the end.
Man and Van hourly rate: from £54/hour. Covers one driver, one loader, transit van, blankets and trolley. Suited to single rooms, student flats and single-item deliveries.
One-bedroom flat: £250 to £400. Half-day slot, two-man crew, transit van. Typical New Town one-bed completes in three to four hours including stairwell time.
Two-bedroom flat: £400 to £650. Full-day or half-day depending on volume. Two to three crew depending on property access. Luton van included.
Three-bedroom home or townhouse: £650 to £900. A one- or two-person crew, Luton van, full-day slot. Extra crew available on request for properties with difficult access or basement levels.
All prices include loading, transit, unloading, furniture assembly and wrap materials for fragile items. Parking suspensions arranged at cost if required. Packing service and storage available as optional extras. Message us in the live chat for your instant fixed quote.
All prices include a fully insured crew, van, and moving blankets. Packing services available as add-ons.
Work Out Your Moving CostA Simple New Town Edinburgh Moving Prep Plan
George Street is pedestrianised in sections. Princes Street has bus-only restrictions throughout most of the day. Frederick Street and Castle Street allow two-way traffic but have limited stopping areas.
Queen Street Gardens to the north have private access for residents, and there is no through-route along the garden frontage.
The rear mews lanes off Heriot Row, which run parallel behind the main terrace, are very narrow. Our drivers know which lanes accommodate a full-size Luton and which require a smaller transit.
The circular layout means turning a large vehicle requires specific approach and exit sequences. Our crews have completed dozens of moves here.
The streets are steep on the western descent. We always apply wheel chutes on slopes of this gradient to prevent trolley runaway on stairs.
Office and apartment moves here need prior arrangement with building management. We coordinate this for you as part of the booking.
How Removals in New Town Edinburgh 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.
Your New Town Edinburgh Service Package Explained
Georgian flats in New Town Edinburgh were built for grand Victorian furnishings, not flat-pack furniture.
Many residents have antiques, large mirrors, oil paintings and period pieces that need specialist packing.
Giant Van's packing service covers all of this.
We supply double-walled boxes, wardrobe boxes, specialist mirror boxes and furniture wrapping at competitive rates.
Our crews pack fragile and valuable items using tissue paper and bubble wrap, then label every box clearly so unpacking is fast at the other end.
Storage is also available for New Town residents going through a chain sale.
If your buyer needs early entry but your new property is not ready, we can hold your belongings in our Edinburgh-area secure facility.
Items are stored in named bays on wooden pallets, protected against damp and accessible with 24 hours' notice.
For students at the University of Edinburgh moving to or from New Town accommodation near Broughton Street or Scotland Street, we offer compact student move packages.
These cover single rooms with one or two crew members and a smaller vehicle.
Ideal for end-of-term moves on tight budgets.
Specialist item handling includes piano moves in New Town.
Upright pianos in Georgian drawing rooms are a common challenge.
Our crew uses a one- or two-person crew with a piano skate board and stair walkers.
We will not attempt a piano move without the correct equipment and sufficient crew numbers.
Safety is never negotiable.
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
Your Path to a New Town Edinburgh Move
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Life does not always give you weeks of notice before a move.
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In New Town Edinburgh, last-minute moves happen regularly.
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A flat sale completes faster than expected.
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A rental tenancy ends abruptly.
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A job offer means you need to be across the city by Friday.
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Giant Van offers genuine same-day availability for New Town Edinburgh moves.
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Subject to crew and vehicle availability, we can have a team at your EH1, EH2 or EH3 property on the day you call.
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Our booking system shows live slot availability, so you know immediately whether same-day is possible rather than waiting on a callback.
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Beyond New Town Edinburgh: Where Else We Go
Some customers in New Town Edinburgh prefer to manage the loading and unloading themselves.
Our Luton van hire in Edinburgh gives you access to a full-size Luton with tail-lift without the full-service cost.
A Luton van has a loading capacity of approximately 950 cubic feet, which is sufficient for a typical two-bedroom flat.
The tail-lift means heavy items like fridges, washing machines and sofas can be loaded without lifting from floor height.
Drivers must hold a full UK driving licence held for at least two years.
Luton vans fall within the standard licence category, so no special entitlement is required.
We check licences at collection and run a DVLA check before release.
Collection is from our Edinburgh depot with delivery arrangements confirmed at booking.
For New Town drops, we advise customers to check parking restrictions on their street before the hire day.
The EH2 zone has several roads where stopping is prohibited between 8am and 6pm on weekdays.
An early-morning start avoids most conflicts.
Luton van hire in Edinburgh includes basic third-party insurance, cab blankets and a trolley.
Additional furniture blankets and straps are available for a small supplement at the depot.
For a two-bed move managed by the customer, Luton hire for half a day typically costs significantly less than a full man and van package.
It suits confident movers who have help on both ends.
Start a live chat to check availability and current daily rates.
A Note From Our New Town Edinburgh Team
We know New Town Edinburgh 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 New Town Edinburgh depends on it.
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On the day of your Giant Van move in New Town Edinburgh, you will receive a notification when your crew departs their previous job or depot. The notification includes your driver's first name and a live GPS link so you can track their approach in real time.
Arrival is within the agreed time window. For New Town properties, we ask customers to check any building management requirements before move day. Several large tenement conversions and factored buildings in EH2 require advance notice for lifts or service entrances. Let us know at booking if your building has these conditions.
The crew will do a walkthrough before touching any items. They will identify fragile or high-value pieces and wrap these before moving anything. This protects your belongings and protects the common stairwell from damage claims.
All items are loaded in reverse order. The last items into the van are the first items you need in the new property. This makes unpacking at the destination much faster and reduces the number of trips through a stairwell.
At the destination, the crew places furniture in the rooms you specify. They will reassemble items that were disassembled during packing. Beds, wardrobes and flat-pack units are all reassembled as standard on full-service bookings.
You pay everything at booking, by card or bank transfer, so completion carries no charge. We do not take cash. You receive a digital receipt immediately. Any claim for damage must be raised within 48 hours. We are fully insured and process all valid claims promptly without dispute.
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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.
New Town Edinburgh: When to Book Your Move
If you are moving within New Town or relocating to or from another part of the city, we cover the full range of Edinburgh postcodes.
Weekend and bank holiday moves carry no surcharge.
Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee, Manchester, London and Birmingham are all regularly covered. Long-distance quotes are fixed and all-inclusive: fuel, tolls, crew time and insurance are included in the price. There are no end-of-trip surprises.
We collect from your current address, wherever in the UK, and deliver to your New Town flat. If storage is needed between the two dates, our facility bridges the gap.
We provide itemised invoices, certificate of insurance on request and named account management for businesses relocating staff.
We are available seven days a week from 7am to 9pm.
Giant Van vs Other Removal Companies in New Town Edinburgh
Here is how Giant Van compares.
Controlled parking on Queen Street and George Street, private access on Moray Place, narrow stairwells in EH2 tenements, and factored buildings with lift booking requirements all need prior planning. Giant Van has completed hundreds of New Town moves.
You receive your driver's name and position before they arrive. Our crews arrive within the agreed window. If anything changes, you receive a proactive call, not a no-show.
Parking problems, access delays and extra items all appear as supplements on the final invoice. Giant Van quotes are fixed. The number you see at booking is what you pay.
All Giant Van moves are fully insured. Certificates available on request.
Weekend moves carry no surcharge. Same-day availability for New Town Edinburgh bookings made before 11am.
New Town Edinburgh is one of the most architecturally significant residential areas in the UK.
Moving here requires more than a van and a willing crew.
You need a company that understands restricted parking zones in EH2, the stairwell dimensions in Georgian tenements on Heriot Row and the private access rules on streets like Moray Place.
Giant Van has completed hundreds of moves in New Town.
We know how to protect your belongings and your walls while working efficiently in one of Edinburgh's most demanding urban environments.
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Man and Van in New Town Edinburgh, Edinburgh — FAQs
How much does a man and van cost in New Town Edinburgh?
Man and van in New Town Edinburgh starts from £54 per hour for a single-item or small-load job. A one-bedroom flat typically costs £250 to £400 for a half-day move. Two-bedroom properties run from £400 to £650. Three-bedroom homes start at £650. All quotes are fixed and include crew, vehicle, blankets and basic equipment.
Call for a precise quote based on your property.
Can you park a removal van on George Street or Queen Street in New Town?
George Street has pedestrianised sections that prohibit vans during the day. Queen Street sits within a controlled parking zone from 8am to 6pm on weekdays. Giant Van arranges an early start before restrictions apply or secures a temporary suspension through Edinburgh Council. We handle all parking logistics as part of your booking. You do not need to organise this yourself.
Do you offer same-day man and van bookings in New Town Edinburgh?
Yes. Giant Van offers same-day bookings in New Town Edinburgh subject to vehicle and crew availability. Message us before 11am to secure an afternoon slot. For early-morning same-day moves, call after 6pm the previous evening. Same-day bookings carry no extra charge. Your instant quote price is the final price you pay.
Can you move furniture through narrow New Town stairwells?
Yes. Our crews are trained in stairwell furniture moves. Georgian tenement stairwells in New Town can be as narrow as 80cm. We disassemble large items where needed, use furniture blankets to protect walls and carry items in controlled two-person lifts. We assess the stairwell before touching any furniture.
Protective floor and wall coverings are fitted as standard on all tenement moves.
Do you offer Luton van hire in Edinburgh for New Town moves?
Yes. Luton van hire in Edinburgh is available for customers who prefer to self-load. The Luton has approximately 950 cubic feet of load space and includes a tail-lift, trolley and blankets. A standard UK driving licence is sufficient. We advise booking an early-morning start for New Town addresses to avoid controlled parking zone restrictions. Call for daily rates and availability.
Are your removal crews insured for moves in New Town Edinburgh?
All Giant Van moves in New Town Edinburgh are fully insured. This covers goods in transit and public liability. Certificate of insurance is available on request for building managers or factors who require it before allowing access to common stairwells. Claims are processed promptly. Any damage must be reported within 48 hours of completion.
What postcodes do you cover in New Town Edinburgh?
We cover EH1, EH2 and EH3, which together cover the full New Town Edinburgh area including the streets around Charlotte Square, George Street, Queen Street, Heriot Row, Moray Place and the Stockbridge fringe. There is no additional travel charge for moves within these central Edinburgh postcodes. We also cover all other Edinburgh zones including Leith, Morningside, Portobello and beyond.
Can Giant Van handle long-distance moves from New Town Edinburgh?
Yes. We regularly move customers from New Town Edinburgh to Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee, Manchester, London and Birmingham. Long-distance quotes are fully fixed and include fuel, crew time, tolls and insurance. Storage is available if your move-out and move-in dates do not align. Call for a fixed long-distance quote. No hidden costs at the end of the journey.
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, s.49 (reasonable care and skill)
Section 49 of the Consumer Rights Act 2015: a service you pay for must be carried out with reasonable care and skill.
- CMA — what businesses need to know about unfair commercial practices
The Competition and Markets Authority's guidance on how a business has to present its prices and offers.
- 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.
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