From the City Centre
Cross the River Itchen on Northam Bridge and head east to Bitterne. Usually around 10–15 minutes.
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Bitterne · SO18 · Est. 2010
House removals, flat moves and collections across Bitterne, from the shops around Bitterne precinct to the family streets towards Thornhill and Harefield.
Yes. Man and a Van Southampton covers all of Bitterne in SO18, including the area around Bitterne precinct and the streets towards Thornhill, Harefield and Sholing. Our base on Hill Lane is 20–25 minutes away, so we offer man and van hire, house removals, packing and collections in Bitterne 7 days a week.
Your local movers
Bitterne is a large suburb on the east side of Southampton, across the River Itchen from the city centre. Its centre, once Bitterne Village, is now a pedestrianised shopping precinct, and the Bitterne ward also takes in Thornhill.
The name probably comes from the bend in the River Itchen, and nearby Bitterne Manor stands on the site of the Roman settlement of Clausentum, the forerunner of Southampton itself.
Most Bitterne moves are family houses and flats. We give fixed quotes for full house removals, bring a crew sized to your home, and plan parking on residential streets.
The shopping area around the precinct is pedestrianised, so for flats above shops we plan the nearest legal stopping point and the route to the door before the day.
Our services in Bitterne
Every service we offer in Southampton, available in Bitterne.
Hourly help for single items, collections and small moves.
Whole-home moves with a 2–4 person crew and a fixed price.
Out-of-hours moves for Bitterne businesses.
Full or fragile-only packing, with boxes supplied.
Same-day and short-notice moves when we have a van free.
From Bitterne to anywhere in the UK.
Moves to and from Southampton's universities.
Marketplace, eBay and shop pick-ups in Bitterne.
Journey guide
Typical drive times for a removal van, outside rush hour.
| From Bitterne to | Typical distance | Typical drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Southampton city centre | About 3 miles | 10–15 minutes |
| Woolston | About 2 miles | 5–10 minutes |
| Hedge End | About 3 miles | 10 minutes |
| Portswood | About 2.5 miles | 10 minutes |
| Eastleigh | About 5 miles | 15 minutes |
| Portsmouth | About 17 miles | 25–30 minutes |
Directions
We reach Bitterne from our base on Hill Lane in Southampton. Here's how we get to you from nearby areas. Each map shows Google's live route and drive time.
Cross the River Itchen on Northam Bridge and head east to Bitterne. Usually around 10–15 minutes.
Get directionsHead west towards Southampton and into Bitterne. Usually around 10 minutes.
Get directionsWe drive from our base on Hill Lane, SO15, to Bitterne. It's about 20–25 minutes outside rush hour, so we're with you quickly.
Get directionsHow it works
Six simple steps from first call to moving day.
Tell us both addresses, your date and what's moving, by phone, WhatsApp or the form.
We check parking, lifts and access in Bitterne and at your new address.
Pack yourself, or book our packing service the day before.
We arrive on time, then wrap, load and secure everything.
Most moves within Southampton take about 20–25 minutes or less between addresses.
We unload into the right rooms and rebuild any furniture.
Local know-how
Bitterne has its own streets, buildings and rules. Here's what we plan for.
Bitterne's shopping area is pedestrianised, so we plan legal stopping points and carry routes in advance.
Northam Bridge and the Itchen Bridge link Bitterne to the city centre, so we pick the quickest route for the time of day.
Most moves are family homes, so we size the crew to your home and give a fixed quote.
Parking tip: if the van needs to stop on a council road in Bitterne, contact Southampton City Council in advance about a parking bay suspension, and tell us where the van can stop.
Moving to Bitterne
A few local things to sort when you move into the area.
Weekends, month-ends and term dates book up fast.
Book any lift or loading bay, or ask Southampton City Council about a parking bay suspension.
Register with Southampton City Council for council tax and bins.
Register with a local GP and check school places.
Keep documents, chargers and medicines with you.
Photograph meter readings at both homes.
Why choose us
Booking a local team means knowing exactly who turns up.
| What you get | Man and a Van Southampton | National booking site |
|---|---|---|
| Who turns up | ✓ Our own team | ✕ Whoever accepts the job |
| Local knowledge | ✓ Bitterne & Southampton | ✕ Varies |
| Speak to the team | ✓ Call us direct | ✕ Online form or app |
| Fixed quote for removals | ✓ Yes | ✕ Depends on the driver |
| Goods in transit insurance | ✓ Included | ✕ Varies by driver |
| Local base | ✓ Hill Lane, Southampton | — |
Coverage
Man and van and removals across SO18 and the rest of Southampton.
Reviews
Real reviews from our Google Business Profile.
★★★★★I used this to move within Southampton, and then out of Southampton a few years later, and both times it was a very positive experience. From first message to the last box leaving the truck, I was assured about the move.
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★★★★★Helped me move from a 1st floor flat to a house. Really great service provided and made moving a lot easier. Very good pricing compared to other companies.
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★★★★★Very helpful service, friendly and efficient team.
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FAQs
Yes. We cover every part of Bitterne in SO18, including the area around Bitterne precinct and the streets towards Thornhill, Harefield and Sholing.
Our base is on Hill Lane in Southampton, about 5 miles from Bitterne, which is about 20–25 minutes by van, so we can reach you quickly.
Our man and van service is charged by the hour, and house removals get a fixed quote. The price depends on what's moving, the crew size, distance and access. Ask for a free, no-obligation quote.
Yes. The precinct is pedestrianised, so we plan the nearest legal stopping point and the route to your door before moving day.
Yes. Full house removals get a fixed quote once we know what's moving, the crew size and access at both addresses.
Yes. Thornhill is part of the Bitterne ward, and we cover it along with Sholing, Harefield and the rest of the east of the city.
Often, yes. Call 023 8098 2390 and we'll tell you honestly whether we have a van free today.
If the van can't use private parking or a loading bay, contact Southampton City Council in advance about suspending a parking bay, and tell us where the van can stop.
Yes. Our long distance removals service moves homes from Bitterne to anywhere in the UK, with the same crew from start to finish.
Yes. We collect from sellers in Bitterne and across Southampton, and deliver anywhere in Hampshire, often the same day.
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Tell us both addresses and your moving date, and we'll come back with a clear quote.