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Thetford Removals Company
Are you looking for removals to Thetford?
With over 35 years’ experience and membership of the Bar Association of Removers, GoodMove has the knowhow to carry out just about any move.
GoodMove serves cities and towns throughout the county of Norfolk. Our location in Colchester, just 42 miles from the market town of Thetford, combined with our expert local knowledge means we can price our services competitively.
So whether you are moving to Thetford or the surrounding villages of Brandon, Euston or Great Hockham, you can rest assured we’ll get you there.
We can help with all aspects of your house move, designing a tailored removals packages that includes packing, storage and insurance to protect your belongings.
Contact us today to receive a free no obligation quote for Removals to Thetford or to discuss your requirements. For removals with a personal touch…make it a GoodMove.
Why Choose Us for Removals to Thetford?
GoodMove has been servicing the removals needs of Norfolk for 35 years and is the standout choice for all Removals to Thetford.
Moving with GoodMove couldn’t be simpler. Our experienced and friendly team will be on hand to guide you throughout the process and will tailor your move to your time and budget.
We pack your belongings using a bespoke range of packing materials and deliver them right to your new home using our extensive fleet of vehicles. We can supply the following materials so all your items can be packed properly and avoid any damage in transit:
- Boxes
- Packing Paper
- Packing Cases
- Book Cartons
- Packing Tape
- Wine dividers
- Acid free paper (for silverware)
- Portable Wardrobes
- Bubble Wrap
Once we ascertain the volume of effects being moved we will send you a free no obligation written quotation. If satisfied we will then provide you with a full schedule detailing every aspect of your move, ensuring everything runs smoothly on the day.
We also offer a range of flexible storage solutions should you wish to take advantage of them.
Why Move to Thetford
Crafted as a post-war ‘overspill town’ in the 1950s to ease overcrowded conditions in the capital and cater for 10,000 Londoners, Thetford is notable for its industrial heritage and as the filming location for the TV show Dad’s Army.
Today Thetford is a bustling market town ideally situated in the heart of Norfolk on the edge of the Ouze river. Nestled between Norwich and the East Anglian city of Cambridge, Thetford enjoys excellent transport links for those commuting to work via road or rail.
A twice-weekly market and mix of modern amenities is complemented by a rich array of green space to enjoy.
With the Brecklands and Thetford Forest on your doorstop, perfect for picnics, walks, and bike trails, there is an abundance of things to see and do.
Thetford highlights include:
Bustling atmosphere of a market town with the peace and serenity of the surrounding countryside.
Thetford Forest is a popular location for leisure activities such as mountain biking and festivals.
Excellent transport links – just over half hour away from the metropolis of Norwich, 25 minutes south to Bury St Edmunds and London is just under 2 hours away by train.
Favourable house prices with a mixed housing stock of terraces and large detached properties.
Thetford offers all the amenities needed for a modern lifestyle with major retail outlets all within easy reach, along with a selection of bars and restaurants to enjoy.
Property Prices in Thetford
The average price for property in Thetford stood at £226,543 as of June 2019, according to property analysts, Zoopla. This was below the average property price for the county which stood at £263,000 over the same period.
Local house prices in Thetford compare favourably to other towns in the region such as Mundford, East Harling and Methwold, averaging around £232,000.
The most commonly found type of home in this area are terraced houses, making up 38.5% of the housing stock. Castle Street and Castle Lane offer some historical homes whilst Whitehart Street and Croxton Road present flinty cottages and town houses.
You can expect to pay around £297,000 for a detached house, £203,000 for a semi, £164,000 for a terraced property and £122,000 for a one bedroom flat.
Schools in Thetford
Thetford has a range of schools catering for children from nursery level to post 16 education visa sixth form college providers.
Local primaries include Admirals and Redcastle, both of which have been rated as ‘good’ schools by Ofsted, the education regulator, with Drake ranked as ‘outstanding’.
There is just the one state secondary school in the town in the form of Thetford Academy which has been rated as ‘good’ by Ofsted.
There is also a high achieving co-educational day school in the form of Thetford Grammar which is a mainstream, independently funded junior and senior school for boys and girls aged between 4-18yrs.
The closest college is West Suffolk College Thetford, which offers a range of courses for 16-18-year olds, from traditional A levels to technical skills-based qualifications, as well as a huge choice of adult education courses.
Living in Thetford
Thetford is a bustling twice-weekly market town with a range of community events occurring throughout the calendar year hosted by locals.
The Dads Army Museum is an example of the tight-knit local community. There is no entrance fee and tours are conducted by volunteers who take you through the show’s most famous scenes back to the 60s and 60s. You can even have your photo taken at Captain Mainwaring’s desk.
For a look back at the town’s proud industrial past, the Charles Burrell Museum in Thetford is well worth a visit. Dedicated to steam power and steam transport, it features some very informative displays about how traction engines were designed and manufactured on the site.
Thetford is a fantastic place for those with young families or just wanting to explore the great outdoors.
Thetford Forest is the largest lowland pine forest in Britain and is located in a region straddling the north of Suffolk and the south of Norfolk in England.
It covers over 19,000 hectares in the form of a Site of Special Scientific Interest and thousands of visitors each year are drawn to this beautiful forest to enjoy walking, cycling, picnics and wildlife.
One of the area’s prime attractions is the Go Ape facility. Packed full of high ropes and high-rise platforms, tricky obstacles and supercharged zip wires this outdoor adventure course adorning treetops if the perfect day out for friends and family.
Our Coverage
When moving with us, we deal with everything from initial survey, to packing your belongings, to loading and unloading whilst securing your irreplaceable belongings. By planning your Norfolk move, this unties you to get on with important matters when moving home.
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Brilliant customer service, honesty and integrity are the bedrock of our ethos. That’s why we are proud to be members of the British Association of Removers (BAR), consistently receiving rave customer reviews.
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Why Choose Us?
Worldwide Coverage
Our experienced team of removals specialists have been relocating customers all over the world since 1984.
100% Satisfaction
With a reputation for outstanding customer service, there's no better choice of removals firm for your next move.
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Our friendly support team are always on hand to offer help and guidance, whenever when you need it.