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Man with a Van in Manchester

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11+ yearshelping customers move

18 movers local to Manchester Part of our 2,200+ UK-wide driver network

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How your booking works

A straightforward three-step booking process, with clear pricing and customer support from start to finish.
1

Tell us about your move

Share your addresses, moving date, access details, vehicle size and loading help.

2

We calculate one clear move price

We calculate and show your booking price from the move details you provide before you book.

3

Book through Find My Man and Van

After booking, we allocate a suitable vetted driver and support your booking from confirmation to completion.

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Customer experiences across Find My Man and Van

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“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5 – Outstanding Removal Service – Shaun and Robert Absolutely exceptional service from Find My Man and Van! I would like to express my sincere appreciation to Shaun and Robert, who deserve special recognition for their ha…”

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“Easy to book, efficient service, friendly driver. Move from Brighton to London all went smoothly”

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Provider profiles in Manchester

Explore providers in our network. You book through Find My Man and Van; we allocate a suitable provider after booking, subject to your move requirements and availability.

Manchester, M6
170 Moves Completed

On time

On time, efficient, polite and helpful.
Pierre - Apr 8, 2025

Yibi Man & Van Service offers house removals and man and van services. UK-wide coverage.

On time

On time, efficient, polite and helpful.
Pierre - Apr 8, 2025
  • Gold Mover
  • 20 positive reviews
  • Trust Rating 5/5
  • 3996 Miles Driven
  • Luton Van, Lwb Transit Vans x 2
  • 1, 2 & 3 person loading
  • Instant Online Price
  • Local and National Moves
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Goods In Transit Insurance (declared)
  • Public Liability Insurance (declared)
Manchester, M5
118 Moves Completed

excellent

driver was on time, really friendly and nice the moving was easy and he was super helpful. thank...
R F - Jun 15, 2024

DFK Transport Services Ltd offers man and van transport from Salford for full house moves, single items, student moves and business transport. Its stated services also include packing and unpacking, with journeys across the UK.

excellent

driver was on time, really friendly and nice the moving was easy and he was super helpful. thank...
R F - Jun 15, 2024
  • Gold Mover
  • 8 positive reviews
  • Trust Rating 4.9/5
  • 864 Miles Driven
  • Lwb Transit Van, Transit Van, Small Van, Luton Vans x 2
  • 1, 2 & 3 person loading
  • Instant Online Price
  • Local and National Moves
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Goods In Transit Insurance (declared)
  • Public Liability Insurance (declared)
Manchester, M18
50 Moves Completed

The only Man Van you will ever need

Imran Arrived on time, he is a very pleasant man. Got everything on van I needed moving. Very...
Customer - Aug 7, 2022

SK Trading LTD offers man and van services. UK-wide coverage.

The only Man Van you will ever need

Imran Arrived on time, he is a very pleasant man. Got everything on van I needed moving. Very...
Customer - Aug 7, 2022
  • Gold Mover
  • 5 positive reviews
  • Trust Rating 5/5
  • 1165 Miles Driven
  • Luton Van
  • 1, 2 & 3 person loading
  • Instant Online Price
  • Local and National Moves
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Goods In Transit Insurance (declared)
  • Public Liability Insurance (declared)
Manchester, M23
29 Moves Completed

Excellent friendly service

Excellent friendly service
Samantha Calland - Dec 8, 2024

Rob Trans offers office relocations, single-item collections, furniture transport and deliveries. Listed in the Manchester service area. Furniture assembly and dismantling available.

Excellent friendly service

Excellent friendly service
Samantha Calland - Dec 8, 2024
  • Silver Mover
  • 7 positive reviews
  • Trust Rating 5/5
  • 214 Miles Driven
  • Lwb Transit Van
  • 1 and 2 person loading
  • Instant Online Price
  • Local and National Moves
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Goods In Transit Insurance (declared)
Manchester, M16
25 Moves Completed

Mohammed offers removals. Listed in the Manchester service area.

  • 312 Miles Driven
  • Transit Van
  • 1 and 2 person loading
  • Instant Online Price
  • Local and National Moves
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Goods In Transit Insurance (declared)
  • Public Liability Insurance (declared)
Manchester, M14
18 Moves Completed

Early and efficient

Early, friendly, helpful operative and a superb booking system which allowed me to actually speak...
Paul Tubbs - Sep 17, 2024

Handyvan man offers transport across mainland UK for single items and student moves. Its provider information lists protective blankets and straps, with one-person loading and additional help available on request.

Early and efficient

Early, friendly, helpful operative and a superb booking system which allowed me to actually speak...
Paul Tubbs - Sep 17, 2024
  • Silver Mover
  • 3 positive reviews
  • Trust Rating 5/5
  • 469 Miles Driven
  • Lwb Transit Van, Transit Van
  • 1 and 2 person loading
  • Instant Online Price
  • Local and National Moves
  • Full UK driving licence
  • Goods In Transit Insurance (declared)
Explore all 23 Manchester provider profiles

Read about providers listed for Manchester. You book through Find My Man and Van; we allocate a suitable driver for your move requirements and availability.

Recent bookings involving Manchester

These bookings include Manchester as a collection or delivery area. Vehicle and loading details, where shown, are recorded booking choices. Completion and final service outcomes are not verified by these summaries.

Manchester → Manchester · Man and Van
  • Booked October 2026
  • Local move
  • Route confirmed at booking
Made through Find My Man and Van

Selected in this booking

  • 1 × Transit Van
  • One Person to Load/Unload

Recorded booking choices; completion and the final service outcome are not verified by this summary.

Hyde → Hyde · Man and Van
  • Booked October 2026
  • Local move
  • Route confirmed at booking
Made through Find My Man and Van

Selected in this booking

  • 1 × Lwb Transit Van
  • One Person to Load/Unload

Recorded booking choices; completion and the final service outcome are not verified by this summary.

Hale Barns → Hale · Man and Van
  • Booked October 2026
  • Local move
  • Route confirmed at booking
Made through Find My Man and Van

Selected in this booking

  • 1 × Transit Van
  • One Person to Load/Unload

Recorded booking choices; completion and the final service outcome are not verified by this summary.

Manchester → Manchester · Man and Van
  • Booked October 2026
  • Local move
  • Route confirmed at booking
Made through Find My Man and Van

Selected in this booking

  • 1 × Transit Van
  • Customer Loading/Unloading

Recorded booking choices; completion and the final service outcome are not verified by this summary.

Manchester → Manchester · Man and Van
  • Booked October 2026
  • Local move
  • Route confirmed at booking
Made through Find My Man and Van

Selected in this booking

  • 1 × Lwb Transit Van
  • One Person to Load/Unload

Recorded booking choices; completion and the final service outcome are not verified by this summary.

Manchester → Sale · Man and Van
  • Booked October 2026
  • Local move
  • Route confirmed at booking
Made through Find My Man and Van

Selected in this booking

  • 1 × Luton Van
  • One Person to Load/Unload

Recorded booking choices; completion and the final service outcome are not verified by this summary.

Understanding your quote

Example moving prices in Manchester

Moves from £57

These modelled prices illustrate the move size, loading help, distance, time and access shown. They are not prices from completed customer bookings, guaranteed quotes or confirmation of availability.

Small local collection

from £57

  • 1 × Small Van
  • Customer Loading/Unloading
  • 5-mile modelled local journey
  • Ground-floor access; 0 driver approach miles
  • 1.5 hours including driving and loading

Room move with driver loading

from £91

  • 1 × Transit Van
  • One Person to Load/Unload
  • 5-mile modelled local journey
  • Ground-floor access; 0 driver approach miles
  • 2 hours including driving and loading

Larger load with two-person loading

from £183

  • 1 × Lwb Transit Van
  • Two People to Load/Unload
  • 10-mile modelled local journey
  • Ground-floor access; 0 driver approach miles
  • 3 hours including driving and loading

Calculated 31 October 2026 for a move on 7 November 2026 at 10:00. Includes applicable date and regional adjustments. Assumes no passenger or extra stops; access and driver approach mileage are shown for each example.

Include the floor, lift access and the route from the van to the entrance. Your actual price may be higher or lower depending on your addresses, move details, loading help, access and date. Get a personalised quote to see the price and availability for your move. Example prices only — not a quote for your move. Read what is included and possible extra charges.

Moving a whole household or office?

For a larger inventory or a move needing more loading help and coordination, explore house, flat and office removals in Manchester.

Explore removals in Manchester

Why book Man and Van in Manchester through Find My Man and Van?

Couple carrying boxes into their new home

Vetted and approved local drivers

Matched with local drivers operating in and around Manchester.

Clear pricing before you book

Pricing is based on hours booked, movers needed, and the van size selected — shown upfront during booking.

Drivers reviewed by real customers

Customer feedback helps maintain consistent service standards across the platform.

Suitable for common move types

Often used for small moves, house and flat moves, student moves, office and business moves, and furniture and marketplace collections.

Goods in Transit cover (check booking details)

Many drivers hold Goods in Transit cover — check your booking details for what’s included.

Support from booking to completion

If you need help with your booking details, our support team is available throughout the process.
Availability guide

Man and van availability in Manchester

Check your full journey

Availability by day, based on active local drivers and recent booking patterns.

Upcoming availability
High availability Normal availability Advance booking advised

Sat 31 Oct 2026

High availability

Estimate based on active local driver coverage. Availability varies by route, van size and time.

Availability guide · Based on local driver coverage, not a live reservation.

Choose the right setup

Van Sizes & What Fits

Not sure what to book? Use this quick guide, then list your items when you get a quote — we’ll match you with the right van and optional helpers.

If you’re between sizes, choose the larger option — it can help avoid needing a second trip.

Van size Best for Typical examples Good to know
Small van Single items & light loads A few boxes, suitcases, small furniture, small appliances, compact sofa/chair pickup Great for quick Manchester jobs and tight streets. If you’re moving multiple bulky items, size up.
Medium van Furniture collections & “one-room” moves Bed frame + mattress, chest of drawers, desk + chair, several boxes, store/marketplace collections A common choice for flats and student moves. Add a helper if lifting is needed.
Large / LWB van Heavier loads & small flat moves Multiple larger items (sofa + bed + boxes), bigger pickups, storage runs with bulky furniture Better when you’ve got several “big pieces”. If you want fewer trips, this is often the upgrade.
Luton van Bulky items & bigger small-move jobs Multiple sofas, wardrobes, larger flat moves, bulky loads that need extra vertical space Ideal for volume and awkward shapes. If you’re moving lots of large furniture, this is usually the safest choice.

This guide is indicative. Fit depends on item dimensions, how they can be stacked, and any packing materials used. For the most accurate match, list each item when quoting.

When to Size Up

  • Corner sofas, large wardrobes, or multiple bulky items
  • American-style fridge freezers or very heavy appliances
  • Lots of boxes + several pieces of furniture
  • You want to avoid doing multiple trips

Add your items and access details, then tell us whether you need loading help.

Planning your move in Manchester

Driver Dan planning access with a moving checklist and boxes in Manchester

Hire a moving van and driver in Manchester

For an apartment move or collection, include lift access, any concierge or loading-bay arrangements, parking and the carrying distance. Allow time for loading and unloading as well as the journey. Arrange your own lifting with customer loading, or choose the help shown in your quote.

Considering self-drive instead? Our van hire with a driver guide to the service explains the differences. Use this local page to get a price for your journey and date; availability is checked for your move.

Book a reliable man and van in Manchester with clear upfront pricing, verified local drivers, and van sizes that suit everything from a single furniture pickup to a small home move. It works particularly well for city-centre flats, student moves, furniture pickups, and short-notice jobs where access planning is just as important as the driving distance.

Manchester jobs often involve apartment access, loading bays, and busy arterial routes around the centre, while outer neighbourhoods are more likely to involve terraces or semis with easier door-to-van loading. You can book driver-only help or add movers for loading and unloading, which makes the service useful for student moves, flat moves, storage runs, office jobs, and marketplace collections across Manchester.

Your Manchester move price is calculated from the journey, booked time, van size, loading help, access and any extra stops. You see one move price before booking through Find My Man and Van; we then allocate a suitable vetted provider based on your requirements and availability.

Before requesting a quote, have your addresses and moving date ready, list the largest items and estimate your box count. For a city-centre flat, include the service entrance, loading point, lift arrangements and distance to the door. For a shared house or student move, label items by room and confirm who will be available to help at each address.

See our Manchester moving costs guide for local planning factors. Our pricing and booking guide explains external route charges, additional time and the payment options shown at checkout.

Find My Man and Van Ltd received Best Man & Van Services Booking Platform 2026 - UK in Corporate Vision’s Logistics Warehouse and Supply Chain Awards. See our awards and recognition.

Compare options for a Manchester room move

For a room move involving a Manchester terrace, list the bed, desk and boxes and measure stair turns before selecting the vehicle. A larger van will not solve an awkward carrying route. Compare customer loading with booked assistance based on the items and access, and include any storage collection in the journey.

Use any dated price examples shown on this page to check the stated vehicle, help, journey and booked time against your requirements. Examples are not a universal city price or a booking offer. See the Manchester moving cost guide and our vehicle and loading choices before getting your own price.

Check parking arrangements for your Manchester move

For an address within Manchester City Council’s area, check its parking suspension and dispensation guidance if ordinary loading access will not meet your needs. Check the proposed location before applying and confirm the arrangements before moving day.

For an address elsewhere in Greater Manchester, consult the council responsible for that street. Tell us about loading-bay bookings, lift reservations and the distance from the vehicle to the entrance at both ends. A city address alone does not establish that the vehicle can stop outside.

Plan your Manchester pickup and delivery

Planning a room move, flat move or furniture collection in Manchester? Confirm the collection arrangements and building access before choosing your van and loading help.

Driver Dan planning a move in Manchester

Parking and loading

If either address is in an apartment building, ask where a van may load and whether the loading bay needs reserving. Include the walking distance from the van to the entrance.

Prepare your moving-day checklist

Stairs, lifts and bulky furniture

For a flat or shared-house move, list furniture as well as boxes. Tell us the floor, lift dimensions and any narrow stairs so you can choose suitable loading help.

Choose your van size and loading help

Timing and the journey

Agree collection times with sellers, storage sites or building managers before booking. Include extra stops and allow time to load at each address.

Check what your moving price includes

Your Manchester man and van guide: what usually makes the day easier

Booking a man and van in Manchester works best when the job is planned around access, timing, and the type of property involved. Manchester jobs often involve apartment access, loading bays, and busy arterial routes around the centre, while outer neighbourhoods are more likely to involve terraces or semis with easier door-to-van loading.

Preparing to move? Our Manchester moving preparation guide covers loading access, parking checks, key times and choosing the right help.

For moves leaving the city, read our route guidance for Manchester to Leeds, Manchester to Nottingham and Manchester to Sheffield. Plan the loading access and time needed at both ends.

Choose your booked time and loading help with both addresses in mind. For apartment moves, confirm any service-entrance or lift-booking arrangements and the walking distance from the loading point. For shared houses and student halls, agree where labelled boxes should go at the destination. Check large furniture against doorways and stair turns before collection. For a longer journey from Manchester, include access details at the destination and any extra stops when requesting your quote. Our pricing and booking guide explains price scope and additional charges.


Smart local tips for Manchester

  • Share the exact loading point, not just the postcode, so the driver knows where the van can realistically stop.
  • Mention stairs, lift access, long corridors, or permit-only parking before booking; those details affect time more than most customers expect.
  • Measure bulky items early and check door widths, stair turns, and lift sizes before moving day.
  • If the job is in a busy centre or near schools or commuter routes, choose a quieter time slot to reduce waiting and loading delays.
  • For shared houses or student halls, label rooms and list large items clearly so unloading is faster at the destination.

With the right access notes, the right van size, and a realistic slot, a man and van booking in Manchester can suit a smaller move when the load, vehicle and loading help are planned together.

Optional help for your move

Packing and furniture services

Need help preparing your belongings? Select optional services in your quote, subject to eligible provider availability for your journey and date. Loading help alone does not include these extras.

Packing help at pickup

Book packing at your primary pickup on moving day. Tell us what needs packing and have suitable boxes, tape and protective materials ready unless otherwise agreed in writing. Prepare anything outside the booked scope yourself.

Packing help: what to book and prepare →

Furniture dismantling and reassembly

Book dismantling at the primary pickup and assembly separately at the primary drop-off. Describe each item, supply available instructions and flag specialist tools in advance. Your driver brings standard tools.

Moving beds and wardrobes: preparation guide →

Each extra is separate elapsed team time in 30-minute blocks at your booking rate. Unpacking, separate-day packing and services at extra stops are not included.

Check your move price and optional services → · How packing and furniture services are priced

Manchester Man and Van FAQs

Quick answers to common Manchester questions — cost, time variables, parking/loading, city-centre access, short-notice booking, and Goods in Transit cover.

Your Manchester move price depends on the addresses, date, booked time, van size and number, loading help, access and selected services. Enter the full move details to see your price before booking. Any example prices on this page relate to the move described; your own quote may differ. Check your booking details for additional time and external charges.

The biggest time multipliers are longer carry distances, stairs, narrow communal routes, waiting for lifts in apartment buildings, and limited space to load close to the entrance. Small delays become significant when repeated across multiple trips. To keep the move on time, share access notes in advance (floors, lift rules, entry steps, parking/loading point, and any concierge or gate instructions).

Often, yes — especially in busy areas and parts of the city centre where parking is controlled and loading space is limited. If the van can’t stop close to the entrance, carry distance increases and the move typically takes longer. If parking could be tight, plan a realistic loading point and include it in your booking notes. For flats, also check whether the building has a service entrance or loading bay rules.

No — Greater Manchester is not running a charging Clean Air Zone for drivers. The bigger practical issue for moves is usually access: where the van can stop, how long loading takes, and any local loading restrictions. If your pickup or drop-off is in a busy or controlled area, include clear parking/loading notes at booking so the route and timing can be planned accurately.

Enter your date and addresses to check available Manchester options. Same-day availability is not guaranteed. Include the item list, loading help and access at both ends. Confirm any fixed collection time or building access window before booking.

Check the cover, limits and exclusions that apply to your specific booking before moving day. Tell support about fragile, high-value or unusual items before booking and confirm any handling requirements. Do not assume that every item or circumstance is covered.

For a city-centre apartment, check lift dimensions and the route from the loading bay to the flat. For a shared-house move, list your furniture as well as boxes and bags. Measure larger items, give the floor at both addresses and select van capacity and loading help for the complete load.

Read our van size and loading guide.

Compare the work involved as well as the price. Self-drive hire means arranging the driver, vehicle collection and return, and the people carrying the load. A man and van booking includes a driver; choose the loading help needed at both addresses. Check time allowances, mileage, fuel and other applicable charges for each option.

Read our moving-value checklist.

Agree the seller, storage or building access window before booking. Reserve a building loading bay where required, check where the van may stop and have packed items ready. Include extra stops, stairs and the carrying distance so the booked time and loading help reflect the job.

Read our moving-day checklist.

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