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Ballards moves several rugby stars during France World Cup

Over the last few weeks, we have been privileged to move several of the stars who have featured in this year’s 2023 Rugby World Cup in France! One of these players included veteran Pumas hooker Agustín Creevy, who played an absolutely pivotal role off the bench during Argentina’s quarter-final victory...
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Ballards backs the Bulldogs

We are delighted to announce that we have recently partnered with Bassetlaw Bulldogs RLFC, and will be sponsoring their primary-aged and masters teams!  We are so excited to see our Ballards logo will be present on the first-ever Masters team kit, as well as those for the youngest players in...
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Pack like a pro with Matt Ballard

We have filmed a series of useful, informative videos with our Group Managing Director - Matt Ballard - to help you learn to pack like a pro for your next move! STEP ONE - BUILDING BOXES Whilst building boxes may seem like an easy task, it’s actually a very important...
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Moving house in bad weather

One thing that we just can’t control is the weather - but you’d be amazed how bad it has to be to stop us moving your belongings. As you near your move, you may find that the weather forecast is looking rather bleak - whether it’s rain, heat, wind, snow,...
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Another rave review for Ballards

Here at Ballards, we pride ourselves on giving the best possible customer service we can, for each and every valued client that trusts us with their move. This was no exception when two of our excellent team members, Brad Leach and Will Barker, went above and beyond to ensure that...
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Long-serving colleague, Dean Adams, is our new Transport Manager

One of our longest-serving employees, Dean Adams, has recently been promoted once again, this time to the role of Transport Manager - and we couldn’t be more proud of him! Dean started his journey with us as a Removals Porter when he first joined the business in 2001, before progressing...
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Ballards sponsors England Fire Service Rugby shirts

We are delighted to announce that we have partnered with the England Fire Service Rugby Team and are sponsoring their new team shirts! Ballards Removals Managing Director, Matt Ballard, said: “We are so pleased to be entering this partnership with the England Fire Service Rugby Team, and to be able...
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Matt Ballard chosen as Lead Judge for Family Business Awards

Our Managing Director, Matt Ballard, was kindly asked to return to the Family Business Awards - this time, as a lead judge!  Matt was part of the panel to judge the ‘Employer of the Year’ category after Ballards won this particular category in 2017 and 2019.  Ballards Removals has previously...
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Why low cost removals isn’t better value: Our fees explained

By Matt Ballard, Managing Director Here at Ballards, we often get feedback from customers saying “You are double the cost of x, y, z removals - why is that?” I often sit there and wonder “Well, how can we be double?” Our trucks cost the same as every other truck,...
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How much does it actually cost to move?

By Matt Ballard, Managing Director Many people often get overwhelmed when looking at all of the associated costs with moving house - especially if you’re moving from one to another, rather than buying for the first time. Whilst it’s not cheap, it’s always worth taking a look at the numbers...
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How to cope with moving house

By Matt Ballard, Managing Director Firstly, I’d like to offer my congratulations! If you are reading this blog, then there’s a fair chance that you have had an offer accepted on your house and have plans to move.  It may be into your forever home, a stop-gap renter, a down-size,...
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Matt Ballard secures spot in Gallagher Leaders Scrum

We’re very proud to announce that our Managing Director, Matt Ballard, has recently been chosen as one of only eight UK business leaders selected to form the inaugural Gallagher Leaders Scrum! The initiative is created by renowned risk management and insurance broker Gallagher to help key decision-makers make the right...
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