Give useful information that is already settled
List the furniture, approximate boxes and both postcodes. Add floors, lifts and any preparation you need. Explain whether timing depends on property completion, a tenancy, building access or a seller. If you have several possible dates, say which are realistic rather than entering an arbitrary fixed date.
Check Cheltenham stopping and building access
Before choosing a loading position in Cheltenham, check the street signs and the building manager’s instructions. Gloucestershire County Council manages on-street parking; a place in a nearby car park does not establish permission to load at the property. Record the intended stopping point and the distance to the entrance.
If the normal route is unavailable, describe the alternative before accepting the quote. A longer carry, controlled gate or different vehicle requirement can change the time and crew needed.
Reconfirm when the date becomes definite
A provisional discussion is not a held slot. Once you know the date, ask for availability and the current scope and price to be confirmed. Changes to the load, addresses or access can affect the plan as well as the date. Review the booking terms before making other time-dependent promises.
What to update later
- The confirmed day and access windows at both properties.
- Any changed furniture, box count or extra collection.
- Packing, dismantling and carrying work to be included.
Your Cheltenham enquiry checklist
- For provisional moving dates, have these details ready: likely moving period; reason the date is provisional; known load and access details.
- Give both full postcodes and identify the exact entrance and receiving point. GL50 is a location reference, not the whole service area.
- Explain any unresolved permission, timing or handling question before accepting a quote.
- Check the quote’s supplier, price, inclusions and booking terms before confirming.

