Weekend Removals — Move Without Losing a Day's Leave
Book weekend removals on Saturday, Sunday, or any bank holiday and keep every working day free. Surcharges start from £40 on Saturdays, £60 on Sundays, and £80 on bank holidays — shown in full before you confirm.
Why choose a weekend or bank holiday move?
Move on a Saturday in the UK and you have all of Sunday to unpack, find the kettle, arrange the furniture, and make the new place feel like home — before the alarm goes off on Monday. Move on a weekday and you are often still surrounded by boxes at 7am the next morning.
No annual leave required
Keep your full holiday allowance intact by moving outside the workweek, avoiding the need to take time off or sacrifice valuable paid leave days.
A full weekend to settle in
Move on saturday and use sunday to unpack, organise essentials, and settle comfortably into your new home before returning to normal weekday routines.
Easier for families with children
Children are available at weekends, avoiding school disruption and childcare stress, while helping them adjust more easily by being part of the move process.
Friends and family can actually help
Weekends make it easier for friends and family to assist with packing, cleaning, or supervision, providing extra support without conflicting with weekday work schedules.
Completion-day flexibility
Complete your property purchase on friday and move on saturday, giving you a buffer to avoid stress and allowing a smoother, more controlled transition.
Quieter roads on sundays
Sunday traffic is lighter, reducing travel delays and helping removals run faster and more efficiently, especially for longer journeys between cities or regions.
Weekend and bank holiday pricing fully transparent
Weekend removals carry a fixed surcharge on top of the standard rate. Saturday moves add £40-£60. Sunday removals add £60-£80. Bank holiday removals add £80-£120. All surcharges are shown on your quote before you confirm. All prices include VAT.
How to secure the best weekend rate
- Book 4+ weeks ahead for summer Saturdays and bank-holiday weekends
- Sunday slots often have better availability than Saturdays in most areas
- January and February have the most last-minute Saturday availability
- Your surcharge is fixed at booking — the amount on your quote is what you pay
- Add packing or disassembly at booking; weekend add-on slots are limited
Why weekend moves cost more
85% of moves happen Friday to Monday — demand outstrips supply
Crew overtime rates apply on Saturdays, Sundays, and bank holidays
Lorry hire peaks at weekends — commercial demand raises costs
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We operate on all UK bank holidays except Christmas Day. Boxing Day and other bank-holiday dates run a full service.
Bank-holiday weekends sell out 3-4 weeks ahead in spring and 4-6 weeks ahead at Easter and Christmas. Scotland (2 January, St Andrew's Day) and Northern Ireland (St Patrick's Day, Battle of the Boyne) also have region-specific bank-holiday weekend slots — book 4 weeks ahead. For man-and-van weekend bookings, see our weekend man and van guide.
Saturday removals our single busiest day
Saturday accounts for nearly 25% of all Giant Van bookings. If you are planning a Saturday removal, here is what matters.
Book early
Secure your preferred slot early as saturday availability fills faster than any other day.
Choose flexible timings
Opting for afternoon or off-peak slots can improve availability and help you secure a better rate.
Prepare in advance
Pack ahead of time and label boxes clearly to speed up loading and reduce overall moving time on the day.
Confirm details beforehand
Double-check inventory, access, and parking arrangements to avoid delays and ensure a smooth, efficient move.
Sunday removals quieter roads, more flexibility
Sunday removals have grown significantly year on year. Roads are lighter, parking is generally easier, and Sunday slots attract slightly more availability than Saturdays in most areas.
Less traffic
Sunday roads are significantly quieter, reducing delays and making long-distance moves faster and more predictable.
Faster loading & unloading
Easier parking and reduced congestion help crews work more efficiently at both collection and delivery points.
More flexible scheduling
Greater availability throughout the day allows for smoother planning and fewer timing constraints.
Lower stress environment
A quieter day overall creates a calmer moving experience with fewer external disruptions.
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Last-minute and emergency weekend moves
Call us directly
For same-day or next-day weekend slots, call first. Online booking requires 24h lead time — phone gets you immediate availability.
Keep your requirements simple
Last-minute weekend slots fill from smaller jobs first. A studio flat or 1-bed with a straightforward access is most bookable at short notice.
Be flexible on start time
If you can accept an afternoon slot instead of morning, your chances of securing a last-minute weekend crew improve significantly.
Consider an alternative day for removals
If this Saturday is fully booked, Sunday often has more availability. Bank-holiday Mondays are also frequently less booked than the preceding weekend days.
Weekend move planning: practical checklist
Building access
Confirm lift booking with building management (many buildings require 48h notice)
Check weekend entry codes or key-holder arrangements
Notify neighbours of anticipated loading and unloading times
Confirm stairwell access width for large furniture
Parking and loading
Apply for a parking suspension permit if on a restricted street (councils need 5-10 days notice)
Identify nearest suitable loading bay at both addresses
Check bank-holiday parking restriction changes — some zones lift on bank holidays
Confirm van size with your Giant Van coordinator so correct vehicle is dispatched
Utilities and address updates
Book energy supplier transfer or meter readings for Friday/Saturday
Redirect post before or on moving day (Royal Mail allows online setup)
Update driving licence, bank, and electoral roll before the weekend where possible
Confirm broadband install date — weekend installs can be booked in advance
Weekend Removals — Your Questions Answered
Yes. Saturday moves carry a surcharge of £40-£60 on top of the standard rate. Sunday moves add £60-£80. We are transparent about this upfront — your quote shows the full amount before you book. No hidden extras on the day.
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