How should I prepare a man and van move in Tower Hamlets?
Confirm what is moving, who will load it, and how the team can reach the items at both ends. For a collection, agree the handover with the seller. Have the access details ready before selecting the vehicle, help and date.
Local arrangements to check
Tower Hamlets states at least three working days for a yellow-line dispensation application. Check the separate suspension instructions if you need a bay. Tower Hamlets street permissions do not authorise access to private estate loading areas. Read Tower Hamlets suspensions and dispensations for the current instructions.
Apply this to your address
At an estate or apartment address, identify who controls the land between the public road and the door. Confirm access codes and the lift slot with that person; the street application covers a different part of the move.
Work through the move in this order
- Before booking: list the load, measure difficult items and describe both access routes.
- Once the date is known: arrange necessary street permissions and building slots, checking their actual lead times.
- Before arrival: finish packing, label rooms, keep essential items separate and confirm keys and contacts.
- On the day: check the loading position and tell the team about changes before work starts.
There is no universal booking lead time that guarantees availability. Use the council’s actual notice rules and your building’s arrangements, then check availability for your move details and date.
Read the access information to prepare, or return to Tower Hamlets man and van to check your move price.
Related local guidance
London availability · London man and van area guide · London moving trends report · London Moving Costs · Tower Hamlets Moving Costs · London ULEZ guide
