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Sholing · SO19 · Est. 2010
House removals, flat moves and collections across Sholing, between Bitterne, Thornhill and Woolston, from Sholing station to the streets around Sholing Common.
Yes. Man and a Van Southampton covers all of Sholing in SO19, including the streets around Sholing station and Sholing Common, and the roads towards Bitterne, Thornhill and Woolston. Our base on Hill Lane is 20–25 minutes away, so we offer man and van hire, house removals, packing and collections in Sholing 7 days a week.
Your local movers
Sholing is a suburb on the eastern side of Southampton, between Bitterne, Thornhill and Woolston. Its name is popularly said to come from the Anglo-Saxon for "hill on the shore". It became part of the borough of Southampton in 1920.
Sholing has its own railway station, opened in 1866, the same year as its parish church of St Mary's. Sholing Common, with Millers Pond, is a green space at the heart of the area.
Most Sholing moves are family houses and bungalows on residential streets. We plan where the van can stop, bring a crew sized to your home, and give fixed quotes for full house removals.
Sholing is on the east side of the city, close to the routes towards the M27 and Portsmouth, so moves east get on the road quickly.
Our services in Sholing
Every service we offer in Southampton, available in Sholing.
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 Sholing businesses.
Full or fragile-only packing, with boxes supplied.
Same-day and short-notice moves when we have a van free.
From Sholing to anywhere in the UK.
Moves to and from Southampton's universities.
Marketplace, eBay and shop pick-ups in Sholing.
Journey guide
Typical drive times for a removal van, outside rush hour.
| From Sholing to | Typical distance | Typical drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Southampton city centre | About 3.5 miles | 15 minutes |
| Woolston | About 1.5 miles | 5 minutes |
| Bitterne | About 1.5 miles | 5 minutes |
| Hedge End | About 4 miles | 10–15 minutes |
| Netley | About 2.5 miles | 10 minutes |
| Portsmouth | About 17 miles | 25–30 minutes |
Directions
We reach Sholing 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.
We drive from our base on Hill Lane, SO15, to Sholing. 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 Sholing 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
Sholing has its own streets, buildings and rules. Here's what we plan for.
Sholing has its own station on the line to Portsmouth, and the streets around it are close to Woolston and Weston.
Sholing Common and Millers Pond are at the heart of the area, with residential streets all around.
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 Sholing, contact Southampton City Council in advance about a parking bay suspension, and tell us where the van can stop.
Moving to Sholing
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 | ✓ Sholing & 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 SO19 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.
YYoan-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.
MMolly FGoogle review
★★★★★Very helpful service, friendly and efficient team.
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FAQs
Yes. We cover every part of Sholing in SO19, including the streets around Sholing station and Sholing Common, and the roads towards Bitterne, Thornhill and Woolston.
Our base is on Hill Lane in Southampton, about 5.5 miles from Sholing, 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. Full house removals get a fixed quote once we know what's moving, the crew size and access at both addresses.
Yes. These are short local moves, often finished in a morning, and our man and van service is charged by the hour.
Yes. Sholing is on the east side of the city, so moves towards Portsmouth and the M27 are quick to get going.
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 Sholing to anywhere in the UK, with the same crew from start to finish.
Yes. We collect from sellers in Sholing 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.