Category: News

Acts in Diplomacy

  We are delighted to be invited to an event in central London next week with the diplomatic community, celebrating their successes over the past year. The event will see us present the 'Outstanding Contribution to the Commonwealth Award', sponsored by Burke Bros[...]

Dense Fog in Shanghai Causes Vessel Delays

  One of our international agents has advised that the terminals in Shanghai are gradually reopening as the dense fog that has been affecting the area starts to dissipate. An intense fog had been hanging over the Shanghai and Yangtze River Delta[...]

A Rare Opportunity

  Due to the upgrading of our fleet, we have the following vehicle for sale: 2004 (54) 2 pallet 6.5T vehicle based on a Renault chassis. 225K miles and rising as in use, analogue tachograph, MOT Sept 18, regular 6 weekly inspections maintained. This is[...]

Seeking 'A Place in the Sun'

  Great to see so many planning their move abroad at the ‘A Place in the Sun Live’ exhibition in Manchester this weekend. Spain, France and Portugal continues to rank highly amongst the destinations most considered by Brits when it comes to[...]

Keeping the World Moving

  Great to see Emma Reynolds MP, for Wolverhampton North East, this afternoon. Calling into the Burke Bros Moving offices to make sure we're still keeping the world moving! Emma was formerly Shadow Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government, Shadow Minister[...]

Moving to a Place in the Sun

Decided to follow the dream and find yourself a place in the sun? Come and see us at ‘A Place in the Sun Live’ when the exhibition makes its way to Manchester during 16-18 March and we’ll be on hand with advice[...]

Shipping Port Closures

During the current severe weather, our shipping agents have informed us of the following port and terminal conditions: Felixstowe • Felixstowe is closed. High winds are forecast for the rest of the day which will cause continued disruption. London Gateway • Currently services are suspended. Southampton •[...]

Down Under Live February 2018

Want to dream under a different set of stars? Join us at The Down Under Live exhibition on 24-25 February 2018, along with a range of other experts all dedicated to making a move Down Under a reality. The National Motorcycle Museum will[...]

No Matter the Weather

Still feeling the chill? Read our article in 'French Property News' on a 'A Moving Winter's Tale' to sail through 'moving day' despite the weather. Download the article below A Moving Winter's Tale FPN Feb 18 expert - winter moves For any further[...]

Our Famous Friends at the French Show

Another great weekend at The France Show in Olympia this weekend! We’re really pleased to have been able to speak to so many people who were planning to make the move to France. It was also great to catch up with our[...]

A Positive Performance from the French Property Market

The most recent report from the Notaires de France revealed that the 12 months to the end of September 2017 has seen a record breaking 952,000 property sales completed in France. Interestingly, this shows a 15% increase in volume of sales in[...]

The best of France...all in one day!️

  If you’re considering a move to France, don’t miss The France Show, Olympia, London 26-28 January for the widest range of French property, a range of experts involved in the moving process as well an authentic French market, live cookery demonstrations[...]