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Removals to Bolton
Are you looking to relocate to Bolton? Moving home is not something we do on a regular basis with there often being a few years between each move.
As such, we can often lose sight of the number of belongings we accumulate on the way and come time to relocate there is lots to organise.
This is where enlisting the services of a reliable removals company is crucial. White & Company are a family owned business with over 145 years’ servicing the Bolton community.
We offer a tailor made, reliable and professional service at a competitive price. Our trained crews have tackled all sorts of challenges and can wrap, pack and transport your personal belongings with minimum fuss and delay.
Should you require it, White & Company can offer storage of some or all of your effects also. We have 19 storage facilities across the UK, offering clean, modern, easily accessible storage provision.
We serve many towns around Bolton. To find out more about how we can get your dream move underway don’t hesitate to give us a call today for a free home survey and quotation.
About White & Company
White & Company has 19 branches located across the UK from the Channel Islands to Scotland and a network of industry partners. This extensive relocation network allows us to provide the perfect removal solutions no matter where you’re moving.
Through hard work, commitment and excellent service, we are now one of the industry’s largest removal companies. We have 250 specialist vehicles, full trained and security cleared removals staff and 19 storage locations across the UK.
Our Mission Statement
“To continue the traditions founded in 1871 by providing the quality expected by our clients; backed up by superb packing materials, highly trained crews, effective management and a genuine commitment to customer care and the environment.”
Rest assured you can trust White & Company to take care of your personal effects with care and respect from collection to delivery.
Why Move to Bolton?
Historically a part of Lancashire, Bolton is now classed as part of the Greater Manchester area. Sitting just a short 10-minute journey from Manchester City centre, Bolton is very well placed in the region.
The towns excellent transport links are one of the major attractions. Bolton has no less than 11 railway stations connecting it to most major stations up and down the north of the country.
You can also jump in the car and head for city life with the A666 providing quick access to the M60 and M62. The M61 leading to the M6 ensures that you have easy access to the entirety of the Northwest.
Once known as a mill town, Bolton has been a production centre for textiles since Flemish weavers settled in the area in the 14th century. Nowadays the town enjoys a much more diverse economy, providing a wealth of opportunities in finance, retail, technology, and business operations.
It is also home to some big companies including AXA, RBS, Warburtons, and Hitachi Automotive.
As well as lots of open spaces to explore, Bolton has its share of culture with numerous museums jam packed with ancient artefacts including the sixteenth century Hall I’ t’ Wood Museum. The towns award winning attractions ensure that there is no shortage of things to do in your spare time.
Not only is Bolton itself a great town to live, it is surrounded by some very pretty picturesque villages such as Edgworth, Turton and Chapeltown.
Over the years, Bolton has been home to plenty of very well-known home-grown talent and some of the more famous people who were born in the town are: the boxer Amir Khan, comedian Peter Kay, Radio One DJ Sara Cox and presenter Vernon Kay.
Bolton Schools & Education
Bolton has continued to improve its education provisions over the past few years in terms of GCSE results. The number of people living in the town with degree level qualifications has also increased.
The towns has almost 100 primary schools which feed into its 29 secondary institutions.
Five of Bolton’s secondaries achieved Ofsted “outstanding” status, and nine achieving “good” ratings.
Further education is provided by two establishments; Bolton College and Bolton Sixth Form College.
There are four universities in the region but only one is situated in Bolton. The University of Bolton obtained university status in 2005 and it is one of Britain’s newest universities. It was been rated first for student satisfaction in Greater Manchester by the National Student Survey 2017.
For further information on schools in the town from nursery to university visit:
Things to do in Bolton
From the towns fantastic heritage and rolling countryside to explore to action packed activities with the family and everything else in between, you can enjoy some fantastic and exciting activities and events for all ages.
The busy town centre itself has a great range of high street names and independent retailers along with a host of places to eat and relax. Bolton’s main market is located on Ashburner Street, right in the heart of the town centre.
The market has a growing reputation as the premier food market in the North West and is held every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 9am to 5pm.
Bolton Steam Museum is a museum in the town which houses a variety of historically significant, preserved steam engines.
Based in the cotton store of the former Atlas Mill in Mornington Road, it is a fascinating day out and a great insight into the history of the region.
There are some amazing scenic walks and outdoor areas in and around Bolton. Jumbles Country park is certainly one of the best outdoor spaces in the town. Offering some beautiful scenery and wildlife and easy parking, it is a great day out for the whole family.
Some more popular attractions you may wish to explore include:
Smithills Hall – https://www.friendsofsmithillshall.co.uk
Hall I’ t’ Wood Museum – http://www.boltonlams.co.uk
Winter Hill – https://about-rivington.co.uk
Museum of Science & Industry – www.scienceandindustrymuseum.org.uk
Bolton Property
Bolton’s proximity to Manchester is certainly a very desirable attribute of the town.
Despite being so close, it is much more affordable than its North West neighbour, offering rents and property values at much more competitive prices.
Rural living with good travel links is a very real possibility here. Homes on the outskirts of the town can be purchased for as little as £54,000 which buys a two bedroomed terraced house.
At the other end of the market, a budget of £1,600,000 will buy you a stunning Georgian residence with countryside views overlooking the little village of Chapeltown.
The average cost of a home in the town is £177,454, which is lower than the national average.
There are currently 1183 homes for sale in Bolton with 1538 within a three-mile radius of the town.
Property values were on the increase and according to Zoopla estimates there had been a nice rise of 2.95% over the past 12 months.
Statistics as per Zoopla February 2020
Popular Places to Live near Bolton
- Manchester
- Bury
- Wigan
- Farnworth
- Rochdale
- Salford
What Others Say…
Wayne Middleton and Brian Witherford were professional and extremely helpful. Did a brilliant job. Would recommend Whites to anyone. Thanks very much.
Have used this company regularly for 5 years including my time in the armed forces. They are professional and efficient. Will use them again on our next move.
The move went very smoothly and they were very polite.
 A very smooth move by White and Co. The team worked very hard and were polite, professional and helpful.
