Established in 1976 on Unst—the northernmost of the British Isles—Ian Reid Removals remains a small, independent, family-run business.
We are now based at Broonies Taing in Sandwick and still maintain our original office in Unst. With decades of experience, we continue to specialise in door-to-door removals across the UK and internationally, with particular expertise in the unique challenges of moving to and from the Northern Isles. We understand the ferry systems, the unpredictable weather, and the logistics—whether you're relocating from Penzance to Fair Isle or Shetland to France.
Every move is handled with personal attention, from your initial enquiry to final delivery. International relocations can also be arranged to suit your specific needs.
As a BAR member, we adhere to the stringent standards and approved code of practice set by tradingstandards.uk. We operate under BAR's official contract conditions and liability policies, ensuring reliable, transparent service.
We use recyclable, professional-grade packing materials supplied by BAR's service division. Our trained packing team ensures your belongings are protected throughout packing, loading, and transit.
Prefer to pack yourself? No problem—we can deliver boxes and materials to most UK addresses, allowing you to handle part or all of the packing at your convenience.
Our fleet ranges from articulated lorries with various trailer sizes to rigid trucks and compact vans, ideal for accessing remote or restricted locations throughout the isles and beyond.