The BAR has had a President ever since it was formed in 1900, the first of whom was Sir John Blundell Maple, MP. Read more about this fascinating man who furnished royal palaces around the globe and owned the largest furniture store in the world! .

The BAR is pleased to welcome Pinnacle Removals & Storage as its newest National Group Member. Based in Hackbridge, south-west London the company offers local, national and international moves.

The August R&S Magazine includes a feature on Jamie Briggs Removals & Storage. In their 25th year the company discuss the Group structure for their three operating businesses, and how investing in staff also makes good business sense. Read it here:

The August issue of R&S magazine includes an 'In conversation' article featuring Richard & James Webster of Tonks Removals. Read how these two brothers from Yorkshire bought a century old removal business at the ages of just 20 and 22. Read it here:

The BAR is pleased to welcome Sharps Move Solutions as our newest National Group Member. The company based in Romford offers Workplace Services including relocation, project/move management, IT/server relocation, storage and more.

The August 2025 issue of Removals & Storage magazine is out now! Available uniquely for the industry in both print and digital formats, the cover features Oli Miles of Wilkins (Henley) Ltd in the company's 4,000-container warehouse. Read it here:

The Board of the BAR is pleased to announce that Andrew Large is our new Director General, taking over the role from the retiring Ian Studd. Andrew joins the BAR with a wealth of experience and a proven track record of delivering strategic change for membership organisations.

🚨THE BOOKING SYSTEM IS NOW LIVE for the BAR Young Movers' annual conference in York! It has sold out in previous years, and you (or your staff) don’t want to miss it. Book your spot here (you'll need your membership number) only 80 tickets available.

The BAR's 2-day Transport Manager CPC Refresher course takes place this November. ✅ Transport Managers responsible for the ‘O’ licence .✅ Individuals updating their LGV transport and operator legislation knowledge. 🚨To book up or out find out more email training@bar.co.uk

With their HQ in Nairobi, Kenya MEBS has 11 offices globally,providing in-country support and local assistance as well as cargo transportation and logistics management services with a focus in emerging markets and conflict/post conflict environments.

Join the Beach Clean-Up, to help preserve our shoreline while supporting two amazing causes: the Marine Conservation Society and the Removers Benevolent Association. 19th – 28th September. Beach Clean sign up RBA Donation Page

Want to win an exclusive Manchester City football shirt, signed by the players at this year’s FA Cup Final and support The RBA, the removers charity?. Visit: to bid. • Auction closes Thu 7th August at 16:30.• Winner notified by Fri 8th August

At the BAR we’d always recommend asking your shortlisted movers to quote for the packing element of your move. But if you do intend to do the packing yourself, we've put together a set of tips that should help make the task a little easier:.

Appraisals are often perceived as challenging but their importance cannot be overstated. Course includes:.- The Appraisal System.- Key Stages of the Meeting.- Linking Outcomes to Reward.- Dealing With Unsatisfactory Performance. Book here:

The BAR YM Council is seeking sponsors for its York Conference, which takes place in York, 16-18th October. Sponsorship brochure: Interested? Reach out to us through our request form: #BARYoungMovers #Sponsorship #YMGYork2025

Have a staff member who would benefit from attending a course designed to provide the skills needed to run a business or branch? Send your expression of interest to BAR Training today. Call 01923 699 484 or email training@bar.co.uk. ✅ The course is open to ALL removal companies

Today is not only the hottest day of the year so far for many places in the UK, it will also be one of the busiest for people moving home. So offering your movers some extra water or squash would likely be most appreciated!. Find a local mover here:

95% of customers who have used a BAR mover and rated them on Referenceline (a Trading Standards approved review site) said they offered 'Value for Money'. So if you're moving and want a competitive cost and value for money, look for the BAR badge:

🚨Sept Meetings. See R&S for more ✅ Scottish Tue 9 Sept (Time/venue TBC) Georgina at Richard Healey. ✅ Yorkshire Wed 10 Sept - 2.30pm The Castle Inn, Spofforth HG3 1BQ Owen at Basil Fry. ✅ East Anglia Tue 23 Sept (Time/venue TBC): Stephanie at Todds

The school holidays signal the beginning of the 'great summer migration' as many people move home in the UK. So if you're looking for a removal company that provides peace of mind, contact a local BAR member today: #MovingHome #FindaMover

The BAR's DG Ian Studd had a productive online meeting today with Jim May, the Freight Policy Coordinator from Transport Scotland to explore some of the challenges facing the removals and storage industry. We are grateful to Transport Scotland for their time and engagement .