Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Expert Removals & Storage in Sussex
We are a family-run business established in 1926, with a legacy of providing professional removals, storage, and shredding services across Sussex and beyond. As part of a national cooperative, we combine local expertise with nationwide resources to deliver tailored solutions for households and businesses. Our team of fully trained professionals is committed to excellence, offering comprehensive insurance, state-of-the-art facilities, and a personal touch that reflects our family values.With over nine decades of experience, we pride ourselves on reliability, innovation, and customer-centric service, ensuring every move or storage need is met with precision and care. Our accreditations, including membership of the British Association of Removers and adherence to European Quality Standards, underscore our dedication to maintaining the highest industry benchmarks.
Services
Household Removals
Self Storage
Business Shredding
Van Hire
Box Shop
Details
- Year established: 1926
Highlights and features
- We offer 90+ years of experience in the removals and storage industry
- Our family-run business prioritises personal, customer-focused service
- We are members of the British Association of Removers (BAR)
- We provide 24/7 access to secure, CCTV-monitored storage facilities
- We offer comprehensive insurance included in all removals quotes
Associations and certifications
- British Association of Removers (BAR)
- ISO 9001
What people say
Friendly and efficient staff
Fantastic, extremely quick and professional
Safe and secure facilities
Nothing was too much trouble
Outstanding in every regard
Services
Household Removals
We specialise in local, national, and international household removals tailored to individual needs. Our fully trained team ensures secure packing, transportation, and unpacking of belongings, with options for insurance and storage. With 90+ years of experience, we handle moves of all scales efficiently, prioritising customer satisfaction and minimal disruption.
Self Storage
Our modern, CCTV-monitored facilities in Eastbourne, Newhaven, and Bexhill offer flexible storage solutions for households and businesses. Units range in size to accommodate varying needs, with unlimited access, environmental controls, and on-site box shop supplies. Customers benefit from secure padlocks, 24/7 access, and convenient van hire options for seamless storage experiences.
Business Shredding
We provide GDPR-compliant shredding services for businesses, including on-site destruction and certification. Options range from one-off to regular collections, with secure handling of paper, hard drives, and electronic media. Our environmentally friendly process ensures confidential waste is destroyed to the highest security standards, offering peace of mind for corporate clients.
Van Hire
Our van hire service offers modern vehicles with unlimited UK mileage, satellite tracking, and included insurance. We provide additional support like green cards for Europe, sat-navs, and moving accessories to simplify DIY moves. Available in multiple sizes, our vehicles cater to small relocations or larger household relocations with flexible booking options.
Box Shop
Our online box shop stocks heavy-duty, double-walled cardboard boxes and protective covers for all moving needs. From small containers for books to wardrobe boxes and mattress covers, we ensure safe transportation. Orders over 50 qualify for free delivery across Sussex, with a 2-3 working day turnaround for UK customers.
People
Cameron Ballard
Joint Managing Director
Cameron has driven business development at Britannia Beckwith Of Sussex since joining in 2009, building on a family legacy of moving expertise since age 14. He combines strategic leadership with hands-on experience, overseeing sales, marketing, and operations while maintaining a commitment to customer satisfaction through innovation and personal service.
Simon Clark
Director
Simon brings logistics expertise to Britannia Beckwith Of Sussex, managing vehicle allocation and European trade coordination. With encyclopaedic postcode knowledge, he ensures efficient service delivery across the continent. His career highlights include relocating iconic rock memorabilia and maintaining a family legacy in the business since 2009.
Louise Fuller
Move Consultant
With a removals heritage spanning generations, Louise applies her customs expertise and decades of industry knowledge to create tailored solutions. Her encyclopaedic knowledge of global moving regulations ensures smooth international relocations, combining professionalism with the personal touch of a family-run business.
Dave Brightman
3.5T Driver
Dave has delivered exceptional removal services for 17 years, combining physical expertise with customer care. His memorable use of a crane to move a Bentley kitchen island demonstrates his problem-solving approach. Dave's focus on fitness and customer satisfaction exemplifies the hands-on professionalism of our team.
Robert Aukitt
HGV Driver Class CE
Taff's 20-year career at Britannia Beckwith Of Sussex includes notable moves through strict security at Buckingham Palace. His dedication to continuous challenge and teamwork reflects the reliability and adaptability that our customers value in complex transportation scenarios.
Questions
What removal services do you offer?
We offer local, national, and international removals for households and businesses, including specialities like antiques, piano moves, and vehicle transportation across Sussex and beyond.
Are your storage facilities secure?
Yes, our modern storage units feature CCTV monitoring, alarm systems, and secure padlocks meeting insurance standards, with 24/7 access available at selected locations.
How do you handle fragile items?
Our fully trained staff use specialist packing materials and techniques for delicate items like china, artwork, and electronics, ensuring careful handling throughout the moving process.
Can I hire a van for self-moving?
Yes, we offer modern vans with unlimited UK mileage, insurance included, and optional accessories like sack trolleys and blanket packs for safe DIY moves.
Do you provide business shredding services?
We offer GDPR-compliant document destruction with certification, including one-off or regular collections for businesses, with secure handling of paper and electronic media.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept major credit/debit cards for all services, with flexible payment options available for long-term storage contracts and large removal projects.
Reviews (3)
Josh Burgess
May 25, 2018
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excellent service and staff, the professional removal team took such care of all our furniture and valuables
Jason Grima
Jul 20, 2016
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I have been using Beckwith of Sussex for many years now. They have never let me down and always provided a great service. They moved my family home including two moves abroad and back again, stored the contents of my home and arranged shipments. Highly recommended.
Carly Cooke
Mar 19, 2016
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I stored my belongings with Britannia Beckwith for a couple of months while I was moving house. I received brilliant service, and the staff were very friendly, polite and helpful. 100% recommend them!
