If you’re planning removals to Bordeaux, Burke Bros Moving Group provides reliable, professional international removal services from the UK to Bordeaux and the surrounding Gironde region. With decades of experience moving families, retirees, professionals and businesses to France, we offer a complete door-to-door moving service tailored to your individual requirements.
Whether you’re relocating permanently, purchasing a holiday home, retiring to southwest France or moving for work, our experienced team can manage every aspect of your move. From professional packing and customs documentation through to secure transportation and delivery, we make moving to Bordeaux as straightforward and stress-free as possible.
We operate regular weekly removals to Bordeaux, offering both dedicated and part load services, along with vehicle transportation and secure storage solutions.
Thinking about relocating elsewhere in France? Visit our Removals to France page for information about our nationwide moving services.
Professional Removals to Bordeaux from the UK
Every move begins with a pre-move survey carried out by one of our experienced estimators. This allows us to assess the volume of your belongings, discuss any specialist requirements and recommend the most suitable removal service for your move to Bordeaux.
During the survey we’ll discuss:
- The size of your move
- Packing requirements
- Collection and delivery dates
- Access at both properties
- Customs documentation
- Storage options
- Vehicle transportation (if required)
Following the survey, you’ll receive a detailed quotation with no hidden costs, allowing you to budget confidently for your move.
Why Move to Bordeaux?
Bordeaux has become one of France’s most desirable places to live, attracting British expats, retirees, families and professionals alike. Known internationally for its wine, elegant architecture and exceptional quality of life, the city offers an excellent balance between vibrant city living and relaxed southwest French culture.
The UNESCO-listed city centre is filled with beautiful 18th-century buildings, riverside promenades, independent shops and world-class restaurants. Excellent transport links include Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport, high-speed TGV services to Paris and easy motorway connections across southwest France.
The nearby Atlantic coast, Arcachon Bay and famous vineyards mean weekends can be spent exploring beaches, wine estates and picturesque villages.
Compared with many major European cities, Bordeaux also offers excellent value for money, outstanding healthcare and an enviable work-life balance.
Weekly UK to Bordeaux Removal Services
We provide flexible removal services depending on the size of your move and your preferred delivery schedule.
Part Load Removals to Bordeaux
If you’re moving a smaller volume of belongings, our part load service can be a highly economical option.
Your possessions share space within one of our vehicles travelling to France, helping reduce transport costs while still receiving the same professional handling throughout your move.
Part load removals are ideal for:
- Apartments
- Holiday homes
- Retirement moves
- Smaller households
- Individual furniture items
Because your belongings travel alongside other customers’ shipments, you’ll need some flexibility regarding delivery dates.
Dedicated Removals to Bordeaux
If you’re relocating a full household or require delivery on a specific date, our dedicated removal service provides exclusive use of one of our removal vehicles.
Your belongings travel directly from your UK property to your new home in Bordeaux without sharing vehicle space with other customers.
This service is ideal if you require:
- Faster delivery
- Fixed delivery dates
- Large household removals
- Greater flexibility
- Business relocations
Professional Packing for Your Move to Bordeaux
Our professional export packing service ensures your possessions are fully protected throughout their journey to France.
Our experienced packing crews use specialist export-grade materials and proven packing techniques suitable for international removals.
We can professionally pack:
- Glassware
- China
- Artwork
- Antiques
- Mirrors
- Electrical equipment
- Furniture
- Musical instruments
Every item is carefully wrapped, packed and labelled to minimise the risk of damage during transport.
Storage Before or After Your Move
If your moving dates don’t quite align, we offer secure storage facilities in the UK before departure as well as storage options in Europe if required.
Our storage services include:
- Containerised storage
- Self-access storage
- Short-term storage
- Long-term storage
This provides valuable flexibility should your French property not be immediately available.
Customs Requirements for Moving to Bordeaux
Since the UK left the European Union, household removals to France require customs clearance.
Our experienced team will guide you through every stage of the customs process, helping ensure your move complies with current French regulations.
We’ll advise you on:
- Required documentation
- Customs declarations
- Inventory preparation
- Import regulations
- Tax exemptions
- Restricted items
Can I Move My Furniture to Bordeaux After Brexit?
Yes.
Most household possessions can be imported into France when relocating permanently, provided the correct customs procedures are followed.
Generally you’ll need:
- Passport or photo ID
- Proof of your French address
- Proof of residency or visa (where applicable)
- A detailed inventory translated into French
- Supporting relocation documents
We’ll explain exactly what is required before your move.
Restricted Items
Certain items may require additional documentation or cannot be imported, including:
- Firearms and ammunition
- Controlled drugs
- Counterfeit goods
- Endangered species products
- Certain agricultural products
- Meat and dairy products
- Cultural artefacts
- Some plants
If you’re unsure about any item, our team will be happy to advise.
Read our guide to French Customs After Brexit for more detailed information.
Access Arrangements at Your Bordeaux Property
Access can vary considerably throughout Bordeaux.
Whilst many suburban properties offer straightforward access, some older areas feature narrow streets, restricted parking or pedestrian-only zones.
During your survey we’ll discuss any access restrictions and, where necessary, arrange smaller shuttle vehicles to transfer your belongings safely between the main removal vehicle and your property.
Planning access in advance helps ensure your move runs efficiently on moving day.
Popular Areas Around Bordeaux
We regularly complete removals throughout Bordeaux and the wider Gironde department.
Popular destinations include:
- Chartrons
- Saint-Pierre
- Caudéran
- Bastide
- Le Bouscat
- Mérignac
- Talence
- Pessac
- Bègles
- Villenave-d’Ornon
- Libourne
- Arcachon
- Saint-Émilion
Whether you’re moving into a city-centre apartment, a family home in the suburbs or a countryside property surrounded by vineyards, we can tailor our service to suit your location.
Living in Bordeaux
Bordeaux offers an exceptional quality of life, attracting British expats with its rich cultural heritage, renowned wine region and relaxed pace of living.
The city enjoys a mild oceanic climate with warm summers and relatively mild winters, allowing residents to enjoy outdoor living for much of the year.
Bordeaux is often described as one of France’s most walkable cities, with beautiful public squares, riverside walks and extensive cycling routes making everyday life easy without relying on a car.
Food lovers appreciate the city’s bustling markets, cafés and restaurants, while wine enthusiasts have access to some of the world’s most famous vineyards just minutes from the city.
Families benefit from excellent schools, healthcare facilities and green spaces, while professionals enjoy a growing international business community supported by excellent transport links.
The nearby Atlantic coastline offers surfing, beaches and coastal walks, whilst the Pyrenees mountains provide opportunities for skiing and hiking during the winter months.
Planning Your Move from the UK to Bordeaux
Planning ahead is one of the best ways to ensure a successful international move.
We recommend arranging your pre-move survey as early as possible, particularly if you’re planning to move during the busy spring and summer months.
Before moving, it’s worth considering:
- Utility transfers
- Banking arrangements
- Healthcare registration
- Vehicle registration
- Home insurance
- School enrolment
- Internet and mobile services
Our experienced team can provide practical advice throughout the planning process to help make your move to Bordeaux as straightforward as possible.
Why Choose Burke Bros for Removals to Bordeaux?
Families moving to France have trusted Burke Bros Moving Group for many years.
We offer:
- Weekly removals to Bordeaux and southwest France
- Full and part load services
- Professional export packing
- Secure storage facilities
- Customs guidance following Brexit
- Vehicle transportation
- Experienced international removal crews
- Personal service from initial survey through to delivery
Our goal is to make your relocation as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Frequently Asked Questions About Removals to Bordeaux
How long do removals to Bordeaux take?
We operate regular weekly services to Bordeaux. Delivery times vary depending on whether you choose a dedicated or part load service, customs clearance requirements and your preferred moving dates.
How much do removals to Bordeaux cost?
Every move is different. Costs depend on the volume of belongings, access at both properties, packing requirements and the type of removal service selected. Following your home survey, we’ll provide a detailed quotation.
Can you move my entire house to Bordeaux?
Yes. We regularly relocate complete family homes, apartments and rural properties, transporting everything from furniture and household goods to antiques, artwork and garden equipment.
Do I need customs paperwork?
Yes. Since Brexit, household removals to France require customs documentation. Our team will explain exactly what’s required and guide you through the entire process.
Can you move to villages outside Bordeaux?
Absolutely. We regularly complete removals throughout the Gironde region, including smaller towns and rural villages. Where access is limited, we can arrange shuttle vehicles to complete the delivery safely.
Do you provide packing services?
Yes. We offer professional export packing using high-quality materials designed specifically for international removals.
Can you store my belongings?
Yes. We provide both short and long-term secure storage in the UK, along with storage solutions in Europe where required.
Can you transport my car or motorcycle?
Yes. We can arrange vehicle transportation to Bordeaux alongside your household removal.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking as early as possible, particularly during spring and summer when demand for removals to France is at its highest.
Which areas do you cover?
We provide removals throughout Bordeaux and the surrounding region, including Mérignac, Talence, Pessac, Libourne, Arcachon, Saint-Émilion, Le Bouscat and many other towns and villages across southwest France.
Contact Burke Bros Moving Group
Burke Bros Moving Group provides regular weekly removals to Bordeaux and all regions of France.
Whether you’re moving a few boxes, a family home or relocating your entire household, our experienced team is here to help every step of the way.
Call us on 01902 714555, email sales@burkebros.co.uk, or request a free home survey to receive a tailored quotation for your move.
