We selected these businesses for the services they offer people moving in East London and checked the details on their official websites. A listing does not mean we have used the business or work in partnership with it. Businesses do not have to link to us to be included.
Check current stock, opening times, access and prices directly before visiting or booking. Arrange purchases and storage with the provider; arrange transport separately.
Furniture shops
Confirm the item’s condition, dimensions and collection window before buying. Check the entire carrying route at both addresses, including turns and lift space.
Use the furniture collection worksheet
British Heart Foundation, Leytonstone
783 to 785 High Road, Leytonstone, E11 4QS
A furniture and electrical store selling preowned home furnishings and appliances. Useful when furnishing a new room or replacing larger household items.
Before you book or buy: Ask about the specific item, measurements and collection arrangements before booking a van.
Visit official website ↗The Peanut Vendor
6 Gunmakers Lane, Bow, E3 5GG
A showroom selling twentieth century furniture, including chairs, tables and storage pieces for your home.
Before you book or buy: Visits are by appointment. Contact the showroom about the item and agree a collection window.
Visit official website ↗Storage between moves
Book directly with the storage provider and confirm who can collect or accept your belongings. Give your mover the unit details, access instructions, loading entrance and agreed arrival time. Check whether someone needs to meet the van.
Big Yellow Bow
400 Wick Lane, Bow, E3 2JG
Storage space in Bow for household and business belongings. Useful if you need somewhere to keep things between leaving one property and moving into the next.
Before you book or buy: Confirm the unit size, full rental terms, access times and arrangements for your mover with the store.
Visit official website ↗Safestore Bow
26 Gillender Street, Bow, E3 3LB
Storage space on Gillender Street with customer parking and a loading bay for bringing belongings in or collecting them.
Before you book or buy: Check when deliveries are allowed, how to access your unit and the route from the van to the unit.
Visit official website ↗Boxes and packing supplies
Before ordering, list the boxes, tape and protective wrapping you need. Use small boxes for heavy items and keep everyday essentials separate.
Big Yellow packing materials
Online ordering and store collection, including Bow
Boxes, packing tape, protective wrap and furniture covers are available to buy without renting storage. Useful for preparing a move before your collection day.
Before you book or buy: Choose delivery or store collection, then check product sizes, stock and collection arrangements.
Visit official website ↗Safestore boxes and packaging
Online ordering and store pickup options
Moving boxes and packing materials, including wardrobe boxes, tape and bubble wrap for protecting clothes, furniture and other belongings.
Before you book or buy: Confirm the collection location or delivery timing when ordering, and check the sizes suit your load.
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If a detail has changed, or you know a useful local moving resource, send us its official website and the information to check. We review suggestions for usefulness and accuracy.
Plan your move
Use these resources with any mover. To book with us, check our services and prices, then request an estimate.
- East London moving checklist
- Furniture collection worksheet
- Furniture delivery service
- Request a moving estimate
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