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Hadley & Ottaway Limited

4.9

353 Reviews

Opening Hours
Today -
  • Monday 09:00–17:00
  • Tuesday 09:00–17:00
  • Wednesday 09:00–17:00
  • Thursday 09:00–17:00
  • Friday 09:00–17:00
  • Saturday - Closed
  • Sunday - Closed

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Organisations and Awards

MARCH 2025

Member of the British Association of Removers

https://www.bar.co.uk

About

Since 1928 Hadley & Ottaway has been a household name for removals, and in particular removals in Norwich. With 90 years experience, carrying out careful shipping, removals and storage services for some of the most discerning clients. No job is too big or too small for our team of expert removals staff.

At Hadley & Ottaway, everyone cares about your move. Many of the removals and office staff have been with the company for years and really understand just how important it is for removal companies to make sure that everything goes smoothly with your relocation. Our experience means that we can make moving home or office as seamless as possible, relieving you of any stress or worry during the moving period.

Our head office is based in the East Anglia region - this is the centre of operations as there is a dedicated training room, where new recruits and 'old hands' learn to pack delicate porcelain, barometers, grandfather clocks and pianos.

What we do

  • Removals

    • Home removals
    • Storage services
    • International removals
  • More Services

    • office relocations
    • piano specialist
    • cambridge removals

Customer reviews

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H&O making moving house less stressful
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We’ve used H&O before and would use them again, the moving crew were superb We price checked and the best movers were also the best price Happy to recommend
Customer in Norfolk Posted on 22/01/2020 , work completed 07/01/2020
The trader replied (on 24/01/2020)
I am so pleased to hear that your removal went well and thank you for your kind comments.
Excellent work
All the staff were very helpful polite and professional on our move from Norfolk to Yorkshire. Everything went as promised, all the floors were protected. On unpacking, nothing had been damaged. Well done all of you. As an added bonus they drove my car all the way to Yorkshire all included in the price... Thank you Hadley & Ottoway, I would recommend you without hesitation.
Customer Posted on 03/12/2019 (Reviewer did not use service)
The trader replied (on 22/01/2020)
Thank you so much for taking the time to put your review on Which.
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The company provided an excellent service for our move from Essex to Norfolk. The staff were helpful and polite.
Customer in Norfolk Posted on 30/11/2019 , work completed 31/10/2019
The trader replied (on 22/01/2020)
I am so pleased to hear that you were happy with our service.
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Hadley & Otterway staff arrived on time and were very helpful and polite on what is a stressful day. Nothing was to much trouble for the team assigned to our removal and all went really well with no breakages. Would recommend this company to anybody looking for a good reliable service.
Customer in Norfolk Posted on 24/11/2019 , work completed 22/10/2019
The trader replied (on 22/01/2020)
Thank you for your kind remarks and posting your thoughts on Which.
Excellent service.
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They provided an excellent service throughout from accurately assessing the number of vehicles required both in terms of our property and logistics of pick-up and delivery along narrow lanes. Helpful staff resolving all queries promptly. High quality packing. Pick and delivery occurred exactly as planned.
Customer in Cornwall Posted on 20/11/2019 , work completed 24/10/2019
The trader replied (on 22/01/2020)
Thank you for your review. I hope you are all settled in now.
Fifth time user.
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Why would I go anywhere else if we were not more than pleased with their service. On time, well prepared, neat, clean, and courteous and polite staff. TVs, mirrors and pictures wrapped and packed carefully. Wardrobe boxes supplied for all hanging clothes. Front door protected as we're all carpets and floors. We have one more move planned so guess who we will go to.
Customer in Cambridgeshire Posted on 16/11/2019 , work completed 28/10/2019
The trader replied (on 22/01/2020)
It is so nice to have a Client who has used our Company on numerous occasions and are always pleased. Thank you and I look forward to hearing from you for move number 6.
The Old Coach House
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Polite courtoeus service, very professional. they arrived on time and provided the equipment promised and left things clean and tidy at the end of the job
John, Norfolk Posted on 15/11/2019 , work completed 15/11/2019
Highly recommend
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Prompt arrival, effiecent working. Very courteous polite and helpful and took great care to make sure all items they packed in the house were looked after. Noting broken in transit Very pleased with them, second time I've used.
Which? Trusted Traders Consumer Posted on 21/10/2019 , work completed 21/10/2019
The trader replied (on 22/01/2020)
Thank you for taking the time to put your review on Which, we so appreciate it.
Excellent service, polite and helpful.
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Excellent removal company, couldn't fault them. They had three floors to contend with, with a huge amount of stuff on the floor. The move was over three days was very organised, minimal stress, guys worked very hard and just got on with it. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a good reliable removal service.
Jo Blackman Posted on 23/09/2019 , work completed 06/08/2019
The trader replied (on 16/10/2019)
Thank you for taking the time to do a review. Really pleased you were happy with our crew.
Very professional
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We had a number of changes to the timing of our move (the problem was exchange of contracts only 3 days before completion) but the company moved some resources around to ensure that our move could go ahead. I was most worried about my piano but the team moved everything exactly as they said they would. They were all very personable guys and good to work with. We had a little delay getting the keys to the new house but they were not phased and completed the job to my entire satisfaction. Maybe I could have got the job done cheaper but not to the standard that I received, so worth every penny to me. Thank you Hadley and Ottoway.
John H Posted on 09/09/2019 , work completed 21/06/2019
The trader replied (on 18/09/2019)
Thank you for your review, we do always try to work with our customers with regards dates and try to be flexible. So good to know that we managed this for you. We like to think we have the best crews and when we hear reviews like this we are extremely proud.
Excellent service
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Hadley & Ottaway over an 18 months removal, into storage, and out of storage period provided a first class service given by all we came into contact with at that company ( quoting / invoicing/storage management/ general day to day advice/help/out of storage delivery).
Customer in Norfolk Posted on 30/08/2019 , work completed 29/08/2019
The trader replied (on 18/09/2019)
Thank you for taking the time to post your review, really appreciated
Very Impressive Service
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All the staff I had contact with at Hadley and Ottaway were polite, helpful and went the extra mile to make sure my move was accomplished in a timely manner. They coped with numerous changes to timescales and location with humour and efficiency. I take my hat off to them. This is a company whose service I would be happy to recommend to anybody moving house. Thank you Hadley and Ottaway!
Philip, Oxfordshire Posted on 05/08/2019 , work completed 15/07/2019
The trader replied (on 18/09/2019)
Thank you so much for your review we are so pleased to hear that you were so pleased with our service.
House Move London to Norfolk
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Excellent move. Team worked really hard and made the whole move very smooth. Would highly recommend
Customer in Norfolk Posted on 18/07/2019 , work completed 05/07/2019
The trader replied (on 18/09/2019)
Thank you for your review its nice to know you would highly recommend us.
Great service
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We used Hadley & Ottaway to help us move from our old home, into storage then to our new property. All aspects of their service from start to finish was superb. The customer service was exceptional and they didn’t mind how many times you asked questions or needed further guidance. The removals were done with great care and professionalism.
Customer in Norfolk Posted on 12/06/2019 , work completed 20/05/2019
Very professional
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Prompt starts on both days, belongings all well packed & boxes clearly labelled, protective coverings used, goods unloaded quickly at new address - no problems.
David, Norfolk Posted on 08/05/2019 , work completed 08/05/2019
Brilliant, efficient, hardworking, thoughtful and lively team!
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We were certainly not looking forward to leaving our very personal, unique, family home of 40 years, and dreading the experience. However, the Hadley & Ottaway team made what could have been a 'disaster day' into a much less stressful time than I could have ever imagined. They worked extremely well as a team, providing full support, advice and guidance as the day progressed. Their lively banter between the team members, and with ourselves, made it a much better experience and lifted our spirits immensely. Even when everything was loaded and we received bad news from our solicitors that clearance was still awaited to commence moving in to our new property the team provided support and, once given the go ahead, upped their 'team spirit, speed and efficiency' even more ensuring that we ended the day knowing it had been successful and had a bed to sleep in!! Many thanks to our team!!
Customer in Norfolk Posted on 06/05/2019 , work completed 12/04/2019
Careful and Considerate
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Such a professional team, kind and considerate. Dismantled wardrobes as requested and re-assembled without problem. Delicate items carefully wrapped. Returned for packaging promptly. Would recommend to anyone
Hazel, Norfolk Posted on 02/05/2019 , work completed 02/05/2019
Very god job done, taking the stress out of moving.They turned up on time
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They turned up on time and started the job of packing in a professional way. They were very helpful and friendly in all they did. They took a lot of the stress out of the day. At the other end they did not mind having to wait for me to get the keys. I recommend them to anybody moving home. The price they charged was less than I thought it might be.
Customer in Northamptonshire Posted on 13/04/2019 , work completed 22/02/2019
Prompt & professional
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Collection and delivery exactly as arranged. Always able to contact trader whilst my household effects were in storage.
Michael, Norfolk Posted on 30/03/2019 , work completed 30/03/2019
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Arrived on time as arranged. The 4 chaps who packed all our belongings were very efficient and could not have been more helpful. The move went very smoothly and we were safely installed in our new home by early in the afternoon. Grateful thanks to Hadley & Ottaway Ltd.
Barry, Norfolk Posted on 26/03/2019 , work completed 26/03/2019
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The two movers packed up for us and then completed our move the next day. We were amazed at their skill and the professionalism they showed, while at the same time being friendly and approachable. I would thoroughly recommend the firm to anyone contemplating a move.
Customer in Norfolk Posted on 23/03/2019 , work completed 01/03/2019
A perfect move
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The guys from Hadley & Ottaway moved our belongings from Papworth Everard to Witney as agreed. They turned up bang on time and got down to loading up right away. Everything went as promised and we were on our way in 2 hours from arrival. The guys worked impressively hard and took great care to ensure that our furniture etc was properly taken care of. They were helpful all the way throughout and we couldn't have wished for a better bunch. The same at the other end when unloading in Witney. Just a really good hassle free experience and not expensive either. They made us feel comfortable from start to finish. We highly recommend them and wish to thank them for making the day as uncomplicated as possible. Just goes to show you get what you pay for. Smartly dressed, pleasant and friendly and very efficient. What else is there to say? If you are looking for a brilliant removal company this is the one to go for
Customer in Oxfordshire Posted on 19/03/2019 , work completed 19/02/2019
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Hadley & Ottaway packed our belongings and moved us. They were very good and very nice workers. No complaints.
Rose, Buckinghamshire Posted on 18/03/2019 , work completed 18/03/2019
First class service
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We have moved on several occasions and have experienced extremely poor service from British Association of Removals firms in the past. This was by far the best removable company we have ever used. Courteous, professional and a personal service we just can't fault. Would highly recommend.
Ian, Dorset Posted on 27/02/2019 , work completed 27/02/2019
Calm, careful and reassuring. Great.
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Three day job. Arrived very promptly each day, and team worked solidly with no fuss. Very reassuring. Finished ahead of time. No damage. All very carefully handled. Highly recommended.
Christopher, Lancashire Posted on 06/02/2019 , work completed 06/02/2019