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Family-run since 1990

Bournemouth's Trusted Removal Company

over 30 years of moving families across the UK and Europe. From a single piano to a full house, 1st Choice Removals Ltd handles every move with care. Fully insured, BAR members since 2011.

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30+ Years
Moving families since 1990
BAR Member
Br. Assoc. of Removers
Fully Insured
fully insured, full transit cover
UK & Europe
Nationwide + international moves

Our Services

Whatever you need moved, we've got you covered

A Family Business, Built on Trust

Founded in 1990 by the Vaughan family, 1st Choice Removals Ltd started as a specialist piano removal service in Bournemouth. over 30 years and thousands of moves later, we're now a full-service removal company run by the next generation of the Barton family. From studio flats to 6-bed houses, local moves to European relocations — we've done it all. As members of the Furniture & Home Improvement Ombudsman, your move is in safe, experienced hands.

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How It Works

Three simple steps to a stress-free move

1

Get a Quote

Fill in our quick online form or call us. We'll provide a detailed, no-obligation estimate within hours.

2

Book Your Move

Choose your date, confirm your booking online, and relax. We'll handle the planning.

3

Moving Day

Our trained team arrives on time, handles everything with care, and gets you settled into your new home.

What Our Customers Say

Real reviews from real customers

Areas We Cover

Based in Bournemouth, serving the whole of the UK and Europe

Frequently Asked Questions

Costs depend on the size of your property, distance, and any additional services like packing or storage. A typical 2-bed move locally starts from around £400-£600. We provide free, no-obligation quotes tailored to your specific requirements. See our full Bournemouth removal pricing guide for detailed breakdowns.
We recommend booking 4-8 weeks in advance, especially during busy periods (summer and month-ends). However, we also offer emergency and same-day services for urgent moves. Read our booking timing guide for seasonal advice.
Yes — every move includes standard goods-in-transit cover at no extra cost (up to £40 per item, £25,000 aggregate per move) plus public liability insurance. If your contents are worth more than £25,000 or you'd prefer full-value cover, we offer enhanced cover as a paid add-on (from £120 for £15,000 cover up to £1,195 for £150,000 cover). Items of exceptional individual value (jewellery, fine art, antiques over £2,500) should be declared in advance. Full breakdown on our Terms page.
Absolutely! We started as 1st Choice Piano Removals in 1990 and have specialist equipment and training for moving all types of pianos — uprights, baby grands, and full grand pianos.
We're based in Bournemouth and cover the whole of the UK. We also provide international removal services to Europe and beyond.
Yes, we offer full and partial packing services. Our team uses high-quality materials including double-wall boxes, bubble wrap, and acid-free tissue paper. We can also supply packing materials for you to pack yourself. Find out if a packing service is worth it for your move.

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Est. 1990
over 30 years moving families
BAR Member
British Association of Removers since 2011
Fully Insured
Goods in transit & public liability
Bournemouth & UK-wide
Dorset, Hampshire, Wiltshire + international