Man and a Van Southampton removal van, serving Merry Oak, Southampton

Merry Oak · SO19 · Est. 2010

Man and Van & Removals in Merry Oak, Southampton

House removals, flat moves and collections across Merry Oak, the residential area on the east side of Southampton between Peartree, Sholing and Bitterne.

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Covering all of SO197 days a weekLocal since 2010
  • Since 2010Moving Southampton homes
  • 20–25 minsFrom our base to Merry Oak
  • SO19East Southampton
  • 7 daysWeekend moves available

Do you offer man and van and removals in Merry Oak?

Yes. Man and a Van Southampton covers all of Merry Oak in SO19, the residential area between Peartree Green, Sholing and Bitterne. Our base on Hill Lane is 20–25 minutes away, so we offer man and van hire, house removals and collections in Merry Oak 7 days a week.

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Furniture wrapped in protective blankets ready to load
15+years moving homes
around Southampton

Your local movers

Removals in Merry Oak from a team that knows SO19

Merry Oak is a residential area on the east side of Southampton, next to Peartree Green and between Sholing and Bitterne. It's mostly family houses and flats on residential streets.

Because it sits between several neighbourhoods, many Merry Oak moves are short local hops to Peartree, Woolston, Sholing or Bitterne, which are often done in a morning.

Family homes

For family homes we give a fixed quote, bring a crew sized to your home, and wrap furniture in blankets. We can also pack for you the day before.

Close to the river crossings

Merry Oak is a short drive from both the Itchen Bridge and Northam Bridge, so moves across the river to the city centre and beyond are simple to plan.

  • All of Merry Oak, SO19
  • Family houses and flats
  • Short local moves
  • Weekend & same-day slots
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Our services in Merry Oak

Moving services available in Merry Oak

Every service we offer in Southampton, available in Merry Oak.

Man and van hire

Hourly help for single items, collections and small moves.

Flat & house removals

Whole-home moves with a 2–4 person crew and a fixed price.

Office relocations

Out-of-hours moves for Merry Oak businesses.

Packing services

Full or fragile-only packing, with boxes supplied.

Emergency removals

Same-day and short-notice moves when we have a van free.

Long distance moves

From Merry Oak to anywhere in the UK.

Student moves

Moves to and from Southampton's universities.

Collections

Marketplace, eBay and shop pick-ups in Merry Oak.

Journey guide

How far is Merry Oak from…? Typical drive times

Typical drive times for a removal van, outside rush hour.

Typical van drive times from Merry Oak to nearby areas
From Merry Oak toTypical distanceTypical drive time
Southampton city centreAbout 3 miles10–15 minutes
PeartreeUnder 1 mile5 minutes
SholingAbout 1 mile5 minutes
BitterneAbout 1 mile5 minutes
Hedge EndAbout 4.5 miles15 minutes
PortsmouthAbout 17 miles25–30 minutes

Directions

Driving directions to Merry Oak

We reach Merry Oak 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.

From Bitterne

Head south from Bitterne into Merry Oak. Usually around 5 minutes.

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From Woolston

Head north-east from Woolston, past Peartree, to Merry Oak. Usually around 5–10 minutes.

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From our base on Hill Lane

We drive from our base on Hill Lane, SO15, to Merry Oak. It's about 20–25 minutes outside rush hour, so we're with you quickly.

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How it works

How your Merry Oak move works

Six simple steps from first call to moving day.

  1. Free quote

    Tell us both addresses, your date and what's moving, by phone, WhatsApp or the form.

  2. Plan

    We check parking, lifts and access in Merry Oak and at your new address.

  3. Packing

    Pack yourself, or book our packing service the day before.

  4. Moving day

    We arrive on time, then wrap, load and secure everything.

  5. Short drive

    Most moves within Southampton take about 20–25 minutes or less between addresses.

  6. Settle in

    We unload into the right rooms and rebuild any furniture.

Local know-how

Moving in Merry Oak: local knowledge that helps

Merry Oak has its own streets, buildings and rules. Here's what we plan for.

Residential

Quiet streets

Merry Oak's residential streets usually have on-street parking, so tell us where the van can stop.

Neighbours

Peartree & Sholing

Peartree, Sholing, Woolston and Bitterne are all a few minutes away, so local moves are quick.

Bridges

Across the river

The Itchen Bridge and Northam Bridge are both close, so we pick the quickest route for the time of day.

Parking tip: if the van needs to stop on a council road in Merry Oak, contact Southampton City Council in advance about a parking bay suspension, and tell us where the van can stop.

Moving to Merry Oak

Moving to Merry Oak checklist

A few local things to sort when you move into the area.

  1. 4
    wks

    Book your move

    Weekends, month-ends and term dates book up fast.

  2. 3
    wks

    Parking & lifts

    Book any lift or loading bay, or ask Southampton City Council about a parking bay suspension.

  3. 2
    wks

    Council tax

    Register with Southampton City Council for council tax and bins.

  4. 1
    wk

    GP & schools

    Register with a local GP and check school places.

  5. Day
    before

    Pack essentials

    Keep documents, chargers and medicines with you.

  6. Move
    day

    Meters & keys

    Photograph meter readings at both homes.

Why choose us

A local Southampton mover vs a national booking site

Booking a local team means knowing exactly who turns up.

A local Southampton mover vs a national booking site
What you getMan and a Van SouthamptonNational booking site
Who turns up✓ Our own team✕ Whoever accepts the job
Local knowledge✓ Merry Oak & 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

Areas we cover around Merry Oak

Man and van and removals across SO19 and the rest of Southampton.

Moving elsewhere in Southampton? See our house removals and man and van services.

Reviews

What our Southampton customers say

Real reviews from our Google Business Profile.

4.8★★★★★Based on 280+ Google reviewsRead all reviews
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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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Yoan-Daniel MalinovGoogle review
★★★★★

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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Molly FGoogle review
★★★★★

Very helpful service, friendly and efficient team.

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Emily EGoogle review

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FAQs

Merry Oak removals FAQs

Do you cover all of Merry Oak?

Yes. We cover every street in Merry Oak, SO19, the residential area between Peartree Green, Sholing and Bitterne.

How far is your base from Merry Oak?

Our base is on Hill Lane in Southampton, about 5 miles from Merry Oak, which is about 20–25 minutes by van, so we can reach you quickly.

How much does a man and van cost in Merry Oak?

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.

Can you move me from Merry Oak to Peartree, Sholing or Bitterne?

Yes. These are short local moves, often finished in a morning, and our man and van service is charged by the hour.

Do you give fixed quotes for family homes in Merry Oak?

Yes. Full house removals get a fixed quote once we know what's moving, the crew size and access at both addresses.

Do you do single items and collections in Merry Oak?

Yes. We collect single items, Marketplace buys and flat-pack furniture, and deliver across Southampton and Hampshire.

Can you do same-day moves in Merry Oak?

Often, yes. Call 023 8098 2390 and we'll tell you honestly whether we have a van free today.

Do I need a parking permit for the van in Merry Oak?

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.

Can you move me from Merry Oak to elsewhere in the UK?

Yes. Our long distance removals service moves homes from Merry Oak to anywhere in the UK, with the same crew from start to finish.

Do you collect Marketplace and eBay items in Merry Oak?

Yes. We collect from sellers in Merry Oak and across Southampton, and deliver anywhere in Hampshire, often the same day.

Moving in Merry Oak?

Tell us both addresses and your moving date, and we'll come back with a clear quote.

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